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D.C.

Industry Veteran Deborah Johnson Takes Reins at Council for Federal Cannabis Regulation

Sarah Chase, CFCR’s founding executive director, steps down.

October 17, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

UPDATED: Biden's Call to Pardon Thousands of Federal Cannabis Offenses Part of Sweeping Policy Reform

The three-step plan announced Oct. 6 includes a move to pardon all federal simple cannabis possession offenses and a review of how cannabis is scheduled under the Controlled Substances Act.

October 6, 2022

D.C.

Poll Shows Majority of DC Voters Oppose Council’s Decision to Shut Down Cannabis Gifting Shops

The survey results, released by the i-71 Committee, reveal that 66% of likely D.C. voters support Initiative 71, the district’s adult-use cannabis legalization measure, and its current implementation, including cannabis gifting.

September 28, 2022

New York

National US Cannabis Dispensary Franchisor Joins Forces With Global Cannabis Franchise Brokerage

Unity Rd. and Cannabis10X are working together or create the strongest cannabis franchise network in the industry.

August 30, 2022

D.C.

Steven Hawkins Out as US Cannabis Council CEO; Curaleaf’s Khadijah Tribble Takes Over

The organization’s executive leadership change comes on the heels of an equity-focused association resigning its membership.

August 19, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Association For Cannabis Health Equity and Medicine Resigns From US Cannabis Council

The association’s president said the influence of corporate cannabis priorities have hindered USCC’s focus on equitable cannabis policy reform.

August 17, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

D.C.’s Joint Cannabis Task Force Will Inspect Businesses Starting in September

The task force, which consists of various District government agencies, will visit operating cannabis businesses to verify compliance.

August 8, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

US Senator Files Bill to Allow Cannabis TV, Radio Ads

The SAFE Advertising Act would protect radio and television stations that choose to provide advertising services to cannabis-related businesses.

July 27, 2022

Interviews & Opinion

Industry Advocates, Stakeholders Appraise Schumer’s Cannabis Bill

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act aims to federally legalize cannabis “this year,” according to the majority leader.

July 22, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

D.C. Mayor Signs Law to Bar Employers From Firing Workers for Failed Cannabis Tests

Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Cannabis Employment Protections and Amendment Act of 2022 into law July 13.

July 20, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

DC Launches Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Without Launching Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Medical Marijuana Self-Certification Emergency Amendment Act into law, which takes effect immediately.

July 7, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

D.C. Council Approves Bill to Allow All Residents 21+ to Self-Certify as Medical Cannabis Patients

The legislation, which takes effect immediately, aims to expand safe access for consumers.

June 29, 2022