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Cannabis Licensing Authorities Consolidation Part of California Governor's Proposed State Budget

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s fiscal year 2021-2022 budget proposal includes a proposal to consolidate the three state licensing authorities into a single Department of Cannabis Control.

Montana Lawmakers Reject Department of Revenue’s Request to Fund State’s Adult-Use Cannabis Program

The department asked the House Appropriations Committee for $1.35 million to pay for the employees, office equipment and operating expenses needed to launch the program.

South Dakota Governor Allows Legal Challenge to Amendment Legalizing Adult-Use Cannabis

Gov. Kristi Noem has issued an executive order supporting a lawsuit that questions the constitutionality of the voter-approved amendment, which passed in the November election.

Several States Call for Renewed Cannabis Legalization Efforts, New Jersey Makes Changes to Adult-Use Bill: Week in Review

Lawmakers in Missouri, Minnesota, New York, Virginia and Connecticut have renewed efforts to legalize adult-use cannabis, while an Alabama senator announced plans to reintroduce a medical cannabis legalization bill.

What Does a Democrat-Controlled Senate Mean for Federal Cannabis Policy Reform?

Industry stakeholders are optimistic about federal descheduling or legalization after Democrats secure power in Washington.

Illinois Lawmakers to Create 75 New Cannabis Retail Licenses

The move is meant to give disadvantaged and minority applicants a second chance at licensing following the controversial lottery to issue an initial 75 dispensary licenses.

‘Cleanup’ Bill Gets NJ Closer to Legalization and Decriminalization of Cannabis, with Some Changes to Consequences for Youth

New Jersey Assembly and Senate committees have passed legislation addressing some technical issues and altering youth penalties that were passed in last month’s cannabis legalization and decriminalization bills.

New Michigan Law Allows Veterinarians to Discuss Marijuana and CBD With Pet Owners

Under the new law, vets in the state could either recommend, or advise against, the use of various therapeutic cannabis products for animals.

Connecticut Governor Says Cannabis Legalization Is a Priority for New Legislative Session

Gov. Ned Lamont renewed his push for adult-use legalization during his State of the State address Jan. 6.

Virginia Lawmaker Reintroduces Bill to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

Del. Steve Heretick has proposed legislation related to decriminalization and legalization in the past, and Gov. Ralph Northam has announced his support of the issue.

New Jersey Lawmakers Propose Fines for Underage Cannabis Use in Adult-Use Legalization Bill

The move is meant to meet the demands of Gov. Phil Murphy, who refused to sign an earlier version of the bill unless such penalties were added.

New York Governor Again Calls for Cannabis Legalization

Gov. Andrew Cuomo will announce his proposal Jan. 6 as part of his upcoming State of the State agenda.

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