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Legislation and Regulation

Virginia Governor Signs Cannabis Decriminalization Bill into Law

The legislation also establishes a workgroup to study the impact of cannabis legalization.

April 13, 2020

California

Last Prisoner Project Launches ‘Decarcerate Now’ Petition to Clear Jails of Inmates Convicted of Cannabis Offenses

The petition is part of a broader public health effort to remove inmates from overcrowded, unsanitary prisons amid the coronavirus outbreak.

March 20, 2020

Finance

Cannabis Operators Excluded from SBA’s Disaster Assistance During COVID-19 Pandemic

Low-interest loans up to $2 million offered by the Small Business Administration amidst the coronavirus outbreak will not extend to state-legal cannabis businesses.

March 18, 2020

Tennessee

Senate Amendment Delays Implementation of Tennessee Medical Cannabis Legislation

A bill to legalize medical cannabis in the state passed the Senate after it was amended to delay its implementation until the federal government shifts its policy on cannabis.

March 12, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Iowa House Approves Legislation to Change Medical Cannabis Program’s THC Cap

The bill would replace the state’s current 3% THC limit for medical cannabis products with a limit of 4.5 grams of THC in a 90-day period.

March 11, 2020

Missouri

Missouri Senate Approves Bill to Ban Cannabis-Infused Candy

The legislation, which aims to protect children, would prohibit candy, lollipops, cotton candy, and fruit- and animal-shaped edibles.

March 11, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Washington Senate Approves Legislation that Allows Regulators to Bolster Social Equity in Cannabis Licensing

The bill, which now goes to the House, would allow the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Board to award previously revoked or canceled cannabis retail licenses to social equity applicants.

March 11, 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

Three Senate Committees Approve Mexico’s Cannabis Legalization Draft Bill

The Supreme Court has set an April 30 deadline for Congress to legalize cannabis after the Senate delayed a vote on the issue in October.

March 9, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Virginia Lawmakers Send Cannabis Decriminalization Bill to Governor

The legislation reduces the penalty for simple cannabis possession to a $50 fine or five hours of community service.

March 9, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Proposal to Cap THC in Medical Cannabis Products Advances in Florida House

An amendment that imposes a 10% THC limit in products for patients under the age of 21 passed the House floor with a voice vote.

March 9, 2020

Legislation and Regulation

Cresco Labs Co-Founder Joe Caltabiano Resigns as Company’s President, Utah’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens: Week in Review

Caltabiano announced March 2 that he was resigning from his role, effective immediately.

March 7, 2020