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D.C.

MORE Act Vote on Deck in U.S. House, Again

After first passing the legislation to remove cannabis as a federally controlled substance in 2020, House members could vote on the bill next week.

March 25, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Marijuana Policy Project Releases Report on Cannabis Laws That Lag Furthest Behind Public Opinion

The report examines the federal government and 19 states that have not yet decriminalized the simple possession of cannabis.

March 23, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Missouri Lawmaker Urges Adult-Use Bill Over Citizen Initiative

Rep. Ron Hicks, the bill’s sponsor, warns colleagues they will lose control of legalization parameters should citizens approve a constitutional amendment.

March 9, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Israel On Tap to Beat US to Decriminalize Cannabis

President Isaac Herzog and Justice Minister Gideon Sa’ar issued a special call March 6 to decriminalize personal use and expunge criminal records.

March 7, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Drug Policy Alliance Leads 50+ Organizations in Calling on Congress to Finally Remove D.C. Marijuana Rider

The organization says this is a momentous opportunity to untie the hands of D.C. policymakers and allow the district to tap into the economic, public health and public safety benefits of legalization eight years after D.C. voters passed Initiative 71.

March 4, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Rhode Island Lawmakers Reintroduce Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bill

This year’s legislation defines who will regulate the new industry, a key detail that held up last year’s legalization proposal.

March 2, 2022

Adult-Use Legalization Bill

Pennsylvania Senate Committee Weighs Cannabis Mistakes, Successes Elsewhere

Lawmakers looked outside their state’s borders while considering the best path toward implementing an adult-use program during a recent hearing.

March 1, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

The State of U.S. Cannabis Legalization in 2022

Last year was a federal bust. So, what does 2022 look like for cannabis operators looking to invest, set up shop or expand?

March 1, 2022

Safety

Cannabis Users Want Full Information and Verification of Product Safety According to New SICPA/Harris Poll Study

More than 4 in 5 users want evidence that products have been tested for safety and potency.

February 24, 2022

Delaware

Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bill Could Receive House Vote in Delaware

The House Appropriations Committee has released the bill for further consideration.

February 21, 2022

New Mexico

Adult-Use Cannabis Clean-Up Bill Dies in New Mexico As Legislative Session Ends

Senate Bill 100 was overshadowed by legislation addressing crime and voting rights during the state’s 30-day legislative session, which ended Feb. 17.

February 18, 2022

Kentucky

Kentucky Lawmakers Introduce Adult-Use Bill: LETT’s Grow

The Legalize, Expunge, Treat and Tax legislation aims to provide a comprehensive approach to cannabis farming, production, sales and licensing.

February 17, 2022