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Legislation and Regulation

16 States That Are Considering Cannabis Legalization Bills in 2021

More than a dozen state legislatures are weighing either medical or adult-use cannabis policy reform this year as momentum builds following the 2020 election and the U.S. House’s approval of the MORE Act.

February 1, 2021

Arizona

Adult-Use Legalization Proposals on the Table in New Mexico, Virginia and Connecticut: Week in Review

A medical cannabis legalization bill was also introduced in Nebraska.

January 23, 2021

Adult-Use Legalization Bill

Connecticut Governor Introduces Draft Bill to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

Gov. Ned Lamont announced during his Jan. 6 State of the State address that legalization is a priority this year.

January 21, 2021

Alabama

Several States Call for Renewed Cannabis Legalization Efforts, New Jersey Makes Changes to Adult-Use Bill: Week in Review

Lawmakers in Missouri, Minnesota, New York, Virginia and Connecticut have renewed efforts to legalize adult-use cannabis, while an Alabama senator announced plans to reintroduce a medical cannabis legalization bill.

January 9, 2021

Legislation and Regulation

Connecticut Governor Says Cannabis Legalization Is a Priority for New Legislative Session

Gov. Ned Lamont renewed his push for adult-use legalization during his State of the State address Jan. 6.

January 7, 2021

Legislation and Regulation

7 States That Could Legalize Cannabis in 2021

2020 was a big year for the cannabis industry, as four states legalized adult-use in the general election. Here, we look ahead to the states most likely to legalize in 2021.

December 16, 2020

Connecticut

Tom Schultz, CTPharma CEO and Co-Founder, Passes Away at 70

Schultz also was a longtime Cannabis Business Times columnist.

August 26, 2020

Arkansas

Cannabis Businesses Targeted in Looting and Robberies, Lawmakers in Connecticut and Iowa Approve Medical Cannabis Expansion: Week in Review

This week, dozens of dispensaries across the country were left reeling from thefts and break-ins amid protests denouncing the extrajudicial killing of George Floyd.

June 6, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Connecticut Lawmakers Approve Chronic Pain as a Qualifying Condition for State’s Medical Cannabis Program

A General Assembly committee also approved Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, bringing the total number of qualifying conditions for adults to 38.

June 3, 2020

Interviews & Opinion

Connecticut Tries Again to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis: Legalization Watch

Gov. Ned Lamont has renewed his push for legalization this year, but his proposal will likely require more work before it has the support it needs to pass both chambers.

March 11, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Lawmakers to Hold Public Hearing on Bill to End Marijuana Prohibition in Connecticut

Supporters of cannabis legalization will hold a pre-hearing press conference.

March 2, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Aurora Cannabis CEO Steps Down, Cannabis Industry Loses Legendary Breeder Subcool: Week in Review

Aurora Cannabis Founder and CEO Terry Booth has announced his retirement, effective immediately.

February 8, 2020