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Cannabis Rescheduling

3 Immediate Implications of Schedule III Leads CBT’s Top Stories in April

Vicente LLP founding partner Brian Vicente broke down the implications, and what else may unfold, in this month’s most-read article.

April 29, 2026

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Governor Signs Cannabis Bill, Changing Purchase Limits, Regulatory Scheme

Gov. Maura Healey approved the plan to overhaul the Cannabis Control Commission, encourage business growth and broaden consumer access.

April 20, 2026

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Legislature Sends Bill to ‘Modernize’ Cannabis Program to Governor’s Desk

The bill aims to restructure the Cannabis Control Commission, provide economic flexibility to businesses and broaden consumer liberties.

April 9, 2026

Massachusetts

Arcana Collective Enters Wholesale Partnership With Canna Provisions in Massachusetts

Arcana’s genetics will debut at Canna Provisions dispensaries, expanding retail access to premium cultivars in Massachusetts.

April 7, 2026

Industry Headlines

Ascend, NuProject Launch ROOTS Program to Prepare Cannabis Businesses for Corporate Supply Chains

Applications for the Readying Opportunities for Operational and Trade Sustainability program are open through May 11, 2026.

April 7, 2026

Dispensary

Ethos Cannabis to Close on 4/20, Give the Holiday Back to Its People and Patients

The multistate operator will shut its doors on the industry's biggest sales day, replacing a one-day discount event with a month-long campaign built around physician-led education, employee appreciation, and the original spirit of 420.

April 2, 2026

Massachusetts

Insa Announces Availability of Spectrum, Cannabis Tincture Transforming Access and Outcomes for Autism Community

Spectrum signals a shift toward whole-plant, purpose-driven cannabis, designed to support balance, wellness, and neurodiverse communities.

March 30, 2026

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Cannabis Prohibition Campaign Faces Legislative Pushback, Likely Needs More Signatures

Lawmakers questioned the campaign spokesperson on data and campaign funding, as well as the ramifications of repealing an adult-use marketplace.

March 24, 2026

Massachusetts

63% of Massachusetts Voters Oppose Petition to Repeal Adult-Use Cannabis Program

Smart Approaches to Marijuana spent $1.55 million, so far, backing a 2026 ballot proposal that just 20% of Bay Staters support, according to a new poll.

March 3, 2026

Cannabis Rescheduling

Congress’ Retreat on Blocking Trump’s Rescheduling Order Leads CBT’s Top Stories in January

Despite repeated attempts to include language in a funding bill that would have stripped the DOJ of its rescheduling power, the language was omitted.

January 29, 2026

Massachusetts

Massachusetts Commission Overrules Objection to Cannabis Signature-Gathering Tactics, OKs Petition

The State Ballot Law Commission issued its decision, rejecting a challenge to an initiative petition to repeal adult-use cannabis legalization in Massachusetts.

January 23, 2026

Massachusetts

SAM Contributes $1.55 Million to Massachusetts Cannabis Prohibition Campaign

Smart Approaches to Marijuana single-handedly funded the signature drive for a 2026 ballot proposal to end adult-use sales in the commonwealth.

January 21, 2026