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Mergers and Acquisitions

Planet 13 Sets Sight on Medical Cannabis; Eyes Florida Location

The retail juggernaut signed a lease for a dispensary near Jacksonville, initiating its planned roadmap to Florida.

March 18, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Reps. Mace and Lee Introduce Resolution Instructing UN to Deschedule Cannabis

The U.S. representatives came together in bipartisan backing of a resolution they say would support global research and reform

March 18, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

California Senator Introduces Bill to Create Tax Credit for Cannabis Dispensaries

Sen. Scott Wiener’s Senate Bill 1336 would establish a tax credit equal to the amount of several qualified business expenses.

March 18, 2022

Compliance

Track-and-Trace Provider Metrc Wins Contract in Minnesota

The deal marks the company’s 19th government partnership nationwide.

March 18, 2022

Arizona

Bill to Create New Department to Regulate Cannabis Stalls in Arizona

House Bill 2828 aimed to create a new regulatory body to oversee the state’s cannabis market, which is currently governed by the Department of Health Services.

March 18, 2022

Compliance

Colorado Recalls LivWell Cannabis Flower Over Yeast, Mold

The state’s Marijuana Enforcement Division released an advisory notice over product from one of the state’s largest retailers.

March 17, 2022

International

WNBA Star Brittney Griner’s Detention in Russia Extended Until May

The American basketball player was detained in February after Russian officials said they found cannabis vape cartridges in her luggage at the Sheremetyevo airport.

March 17, 2022

Cannabis License Application

New Jersey Receives 170-Plus Cannabis Applications Within Hours

The state’s Cannabis Regulatory Commission opened a second round for those seeking adult-use dispensary licenses in the forthcoming market.

March 17, 2022

Nevada

Nevada Cannabis Workers Overwhelmingly Male, White in Executive Positions

A demographic survey revealed that boards of directors have the largest gender and race workforce gaps in the state’s industry.

March 17, 2022

Illinois

Illinois Judge Lifts Injunction, Allows State to Issue 60 Craft Grow Licenses

The cannabis licensing process had stalled following litigation brought by unsuccessful applicants.

March 17, 2022

International

UK Medical Cannabis Trials to Begin ‘As Soon as Possible’

The study will evaluate the effects of cannabis on patients with epilepsy.

March 17, 2022

Oklahoma

Imposter Regulators Raid Oklahoma Cannabis Businesses

The con artists are showing up at cultivation operations claiming to be from a non-existent government branch and demanding fine payments on-site.

March 17, 2022