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Legislation and Regulation

Georgia Lawmakers Again Consider Reworking State’s Medical Cannabis Law

Legislation passed by the House Judiciary Non-Civil Committee last month would allow regulators to issue additional licenses in an effort to resolve litigation that has stalled the program.

March 6, 2023

Medical Cannabis Access and Pricing

‘Absolutely Worth It:’ Inside Mississippi’s Medical Cannabis Sales Launch

Leanne Penn, co-owner of The Cannabis Company, which made the first sale in the state, and Melvin Robinson, executive director of the Mississippi Cannabis Trade Association, share insight into the newest operating medical market in the country.

January 31, 2023

Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill

2023 Cannabis Industry Outlook: 'Tough Times Create Exceptional Organizations'

Merida Capital's Colin Kelley shares his take on what U.S. cannabis markets can expect this year, as well as themes to keep in mind while navigating this challenging time in the industry.

January 11, 2023

New Mexico

New Mexico to Offer Online Medical Cannabis Patient Cards

The state’s Department of Health updated its patient portal to allow patients to access their medical cannabis cards online.

December 8, 2022

Minnesota

Minnesota Adds 2 Qualifying Conditions for Medical Cannabis

The expanded access to medical cannabis will include patients with irritable bowel syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

November 30, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Maine Officials Walk Back Guidance Limiting the Sale of Medical Cannabis Prerolls, Liquid Concentrates

Attorney General Aaron Fry said this week that he will not prosecute registered caregivers for selling the products, despite recent guidance that says otherwise.

November 18, 2022

California

Helmand Valley Growers Co., Battle Brothers Foundation Push for Veteran Cannabis Access

Bryan Buckley, U.S. Marine veteran and founder of HVGC and Battle Brothers, recently lobbied Congress members on Capitol Hill and is partnering with institutions to conduct veteran cannabis research.

November 11, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Judge Tosses Florida Agriculture Commissioner’s Lawsuit Challenging Federal Laws on Medical Cannabis and Firearms

A U.S. District Judge has granted the Department of Justice’s request to dismiss the case, which claimed that the regulations violate Second Amendment rights.

November 9, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Mississippi Announces More Provisionally Licensed Medical Cannabis Businesses Coming Online

Expecting the first dispensary sales to begin in late 2022 or early 2023, state officials have issued provisional licenses for 47 cultivators, 138 dispensaries, eight processors and two testing labs.

October 31, 2022

South Dakota

South Dakota Sees Rise in Medical Cannabis Patient Registrations

There are now over 4,200 registered patients in the state, marking a 125% increase from Aug. 1.

October 26, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

DC Mayor Signs Bill to Allow Tourists to Self-Certify as Medical Cannabis Patients

The move follows legislation that Mayor Muriel Bowser signed into law in July that allows D.C. residents 21 and older to self-certify their eligibility for the district’s medical cannabis program.

October 21, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

2022 Election Preview: North Dakota Adult-Use Legalization Would Buttress Cannabis Reform in Middle America

This November, North Dakota voters will vote on a measure that, if passed, would jumpstart a licensed adult-use cannabis program by October 2023.

October 20, 2022