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Minnesota Governor Says Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Is Priority for Upcoming Legislative Session

Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura said during a podcast with his son, Tyrel Ventura, that Gov. Tim Walz, who won reelection in this month’s election, will push for legalization next year.

November 14, 2022

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Global Alliance for Cannabis Commerce Discusses Federal and State Cannabis Policy Ahead of Congressional Hearing Testimony

GACC leaders Randal John Meyer and Rezwan Khan broke down some of the industry trade group’s approaches and positions on state and federal reform.

November 14, 2022

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Cannabis Operators Reflect on Biden’s Pardons

Plant-touching operators across the industry applaud the president’s calls for reform, but insist more must be done.

November 14, 2022

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Could Recent Legalization Measures Be Overturned in Court?

Maryland and Missouri voters have legalized adult-use cannabis. Experts weigh in on whether these measures could be challenged in court.

November 11, 2022

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LA County’s Measure C Passes, Establishing Tax Structure for Cannabis Businesses in Unincorporated Areas

The measure would impose a “relatively low” tax rate for retail, cultivation, manufacturing, testing, distribution and cannabis-related businesses in these areas when they are permitted.

November 11, 2022

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Judge Tosses Florida Agriculture Commissioner’s Lawsuit Challenging Federal Laws on Medical Cannabis and Firearms

A U.S. District Judge has granted the Department of Justice’s request to dismiss the case, which claimed that the regulations violate Second Amendment rights.

November 9, 2022

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UPDATED: Maryland and Missouri Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis; Three Other Ballot Measures Fail

Cannabis initiatives experienced a mixed bag during the 2022 midterm elections. What could that mean for federal legalization and the industry as a whole?

November 9, 2022

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Missouri Voters Say ‘Yes’ to Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

The state’s voters approved Amendment 3 with a 53% majority, paving way for automatic expungement and commercial sales as early as mid-2023.

November 8, 2022

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Maryland Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis

The Free State becomes the 20th state to legalize adult-use cannabis after voters approved Question 4 in Tuesday's election.

November 8, 2022

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U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper to Introduce Legislation to Prepare for Federal Cannabis Legalization

Hickenlooper’s PREPARE Act, a Senate companion to Rep. Dave Joyce’s bill in the House, directs the attorney general to develop regulations that would be enacted as soon as the federal government legalizes cannabis.

November 8, 2022

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South Dakota Voters Say No to Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

Unofficial election results show that voters defeated the measure with 53% in opposition and 47% in favor.

November 8, 2022

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Arkansas Voters Come Out in Opposition to Cannabis Legalization

A wide margin of defeat held steady throughout the night, as Arkansas election returns held legalization efforts at bay.

November 8, 2022