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Indiana

Indiana Lawmaker Introduces Cannabis Legalization Bills

Sen. Karen Tallian is sponsoring two pieces of legislation that would legalize and regulate medical and adult-use cannabis, as well as hemp.

January 14, 2021

Legislation and Regulation

Montana Lawmakers Reject Department of Revenue’s Request to Fund State’s Adult-Use Cannabis Program

The department asked the House Appropriations Committee for $1.35 million to pay for the employees, office equipment and operating expenses needed to launch the program.

January 11, 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

What Does a Democrat-Controlled Senate Mean for Federal Cannabis Policy Reform?

Industry stakeholders are optimistic about federal descheduling or legalization after Democrats secure power in Washington.

January 8, 2021

Adult-Use Legalization Bill

‘Cleanup’ Bill Gets NJ Closer to Legalization and Decriminalization of Cannabis, with Some Changes to Consequences for Youth

New Jersey Assembly and Senate committees have passed legislation addressing some technical issues and altering youth penalties that were passed in last month’s cannabis legalization and decriminalization bills.

January 8, 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

Adult-Use Legalization Bill

Virginia Lawmaker Reintroduces Bill to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

Del. Steve Heretick has proposed legislation related to decriminalization and legalization in the past, and Gov. Ralph Northam has announced his support of the issue.

January 7, 2021

Legislation and Regulation

New Jersey Lawmakers Propose Fines for Underage Cannabis Use in Adult-Use Legalization Bill

The move is meant to meet the demands of Gov. Phil Murphy, who refused to sign an earlier version of the bill unless such penalties were added.

January 6, 2021

New York

New York Governor Again Calls for Cannabis Legalization

Gov. Andrew Cuomo will announce his proposal Jan. 6 as part of his upcoming State of the State agenda.

January 6, 2021

Legislation and Regulation

Alabama Lawmaker Plans to Reintroduce Medical Cannabis Legalization Bill

Medical cannabis legislation passed the Alabama Senate during the 2020 session, but failed to clear the House.

January 4, 2021

Legislation and Regulation

Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bill Delayed in New Jersey

Gov. Phil Murphy has requested a change that would levy a fine for underage cannabis possession before he will sign the legislation into law.

January 4, 2021

Medical Cannabis Access and Pricing

Senate Passes Legislation to Expand Medical Cannabis Research

The bill would allow the attorney general to increase the number of federally licensed entities authorized to cultivate cannabis for research purposes.

December 22, 2020