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Seattle Law Firm Sues U.S. Customs and Border Protection Over Cannabis Policy Records

The lawsuit cites an open FOIA request that CBP has ignored.

New Jersey Gov. Murphy, Top Democrats Resolve Last Sticking Point and Could Hold Big Vote on Cannabis Legalization Soon

The goal is for a vote to happen in both houses of the Legislature — the state Senate and Assembly — on March 25.

Recreational Marijuana Bill Clears New Mexico Senate Panel

Bill supporters include advocacy groups for criminal justice reform including defense attorneys and the ACLU.

California’s Marijuana Industry Needs an Intervention to Avoid an ‘Extinction Event’

An estimated 10,000 marijuana growers could lose their licenses if California lawmakers fail to pass a bill designed to grant them an extension.

Bill to Bring Medical Marijuana Businesses to West Virginia Heads to Governor

House Bill 2079, sponsored by Del. Mike Pushkin, removes a provision from the 2017 law that states a marijuana grower or processor may not also be a dispensary.

Kentucky Appeals Court Dismisses Lawsuit Challenging State's Medical Marijuana Ban

The three-panel appeals court unanimously agreed that the decision to legalize medical marijuana is something that must be decided by the legislature.

FDA Commissioner’s Resignation Prompts Uncertainty About Forthcoming CBD Policy

It remains unclear whether FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb’s previously announced hearings and rulemaking on CBD will continue as planned with his departure from the agency.

Vermont Lawmakers Consider Allowing Commercial Cannabis Sales

The state last year legalized marijuana possession and home cultivation, but advocates say taxed and regulated sales are necessary for consumer safety.

Florida Senate Passes Smokable Medical Marijuana Bill

Lawmakers passed SB 182 by a 34-4 vote to remove the smoking ban.

New Mexico House Passes Marijuana Legalization, Sends to Senate

The House of Representatives approved a measure March 7 that would legalize the recreational use of marijuana in New Mexico by the narrow margin of 36-34.

FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb to Resign Next Month, Georgia House Passes Bill Allowing Medical Cannabis Oil Sales: Week in Review

An administration official said Gottlieb’s departure has been in the works for several months.

Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bill Makes Progress in New Hampshire Legislature

A House committee has for the first time recommended passage of a legalization measure, although reform efforts could face opposition in the Senate and from the governor.

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