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DC Mayor Signs Bill to Allow Tourists to Self-Certify as Medical Cannabis Patients

The move follows legislation that Mayor Muriel Bowser signed into law in July that allows D.C. residents 21 and older to self-certify their eligibility for the district’s medical cannabis program.

Industry Veteran Deborah Johnson Takes Reins at Council for Federal Cannabis Regulation

Sarah Chase, CFCR’s founding executive director, steps down.

UPDATED: Biden's Call to Pardon Thousands of Federal Cannabis Offenses Part of Sweeping Policy Reform

The three-step plan announced Oct. 6 includes a move to pardon all federal simple cannabis possession offenses and a review of how cannabis is scheduled under the Controlled Substances Act.

Poll Shows Majority of DC Voters Oppose Council’s Decision to Shut Down Cannabis Gifting Shops

The survey results, released by the i-71 Committee, reveal that 66% of likely D.C. voters support Initiative 71, the district’s adult-use cannabis legalization measure, and its current implementation, including cannabis gifting.

National US Cannabis Dispensary Franchisor Joins Forces With Global Cannabis Franchise Brokerage

Unity Rd. and Cannabis10X are working together or create the strongest cannabis franchise network in the industry.

Steven Hawkins Out as US Cannabis Council CEO; Curaleaf’s Khadijah Tribble Takes Over

The organization’s executive leadership change comes on the heels of an equity-focused association resigning its membership.

Association For Cannabis Health Equity and Medicine Resigns From US Cannabis Council

The association’s president said the influence of corporate cannabis priorities have hindered USCC’s focus on equitable cannabis policy reform.

D.C.’s Joint Cannabis Task Force Will Inspect Businesses Starting in September

The task force, which consists of various District government agencies, will visit operating cannabis businesses to verify compliance.

US Senator Files Bill to Allow Cannabis TV, Radio Ads

The SAFE Advertising Act would protect radio and television stations that choose to provide advertising services to cannabis-related businesses.

Industry Advocates, Stakeholders Appraise Schumer’s Cannabis Bill

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act aims to federally legalize cannabis “this year,” according to the majority leader.

D.C. Mayor Signs Law to Bar Employers From Firing Workers for Failed Cannabis Tests

Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Cannabis Employment Protections and Amendment Act of 2022 into law July 13.

DC Launches Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Without Launching Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the Medical Marijuana Self-Certification Emergency Amendment Act into law, which takes effect immediately.

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