Regulations and Reform

Will Government Shutdown Keep Cannabis Reform on the Back Burner?

Trump’s self-imposed timeline for a rescheduling announcement has elapsed, but political theater in Washington has taken the national spotlight.

Trump Promotes Hemp-Derived CBD For Senior Health Care in Shared Video

The president shared a video advocating for Medicare coverage for CBD and to fully integrate cannabis into the health care system for those 65 and older.

Where Candidates Stand on Cannabis in Virginia, New Jersey 2025 Gubernatorial Races

From the absence of adult-use dispensary sales in the Old Dominion State to a home-grow ban in the Garden State, the stakes are high in the upcoming election.

Cannabis Reform Group MPP Names Adam J. Smith Executive Director

Marijuana Policy Project welcomed the 30-year drug policy reform veteran to help end cannabis prohibition and advance sensible regulations in the U.S.

Texas Governor Calls Hemp Products ‘Lawful Agricultural Commodity’ in Special Session Notice

Greg Abbott set the agenda to regulate hemp in the upcoming legislative session after vetoing a ban, setting up a showdown with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.

Revisiting Gonzalez in the Face of a Potential Circuit Split

There are four active appeals challenging trial court decisions holding that the dormant Commerce Clause does not apply to state cannabis license preferences.

California Department of Cannabis Control Announces Regulatory Reforms

The department’s cannabis cultivation regulatory package is designed to streamline administration and strengthen consumer protection.

Key Regulatory Changes in Colorado’s Marijuana Industry – What Businesses Need to Know

A law to streamline the state’s regulations for marijuana licensees will take effect Aug. 7.

Delaware Marijuana Commissioner Works to Include Medical Operators to Kickstart Adult-Use Sales

Under current law, the state’s top regulator must establish a commercial market that omits an automatic transition pathway for existing cannabis companies.

Annual Cannabis Licensing Fee Could be Slashed $100K+ in California’s Highest-Taxed City

Five San José City Council members support a fee reduction, recognizing that the cannabis industry 'should be treated like any other business entity.'

Schumer Says He’ll ‘Turn’ to Cannabis Banking Bill Soon

The U.S. Senate majority leader mentioned the SAFER Banking Act among a short list of legislative priorities this year.

Which US Senators Have Signed Their Names to the SAFER Banking Act of 2023?

Since the revised cannabis banking bill was introduced in late September, 36 lawmakers have decided to sign the legislation. Here’s the (fluid) list.

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