Congressional Amendments To Delay Or Speed Up Federal Hemp THC Product Ban Won’t Get Votes
Congressional amendments to either delay the scheduled federal recriminalization of hemp THC products for another year or to speed up its implementation will not be considered on the House floor this week. Rep. James Comer (R-KY) filed the delay proposal as an amendment to the Farm Bill, while Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) introduced the accelerated […]
Federal cannabis rescheduling has accidental effect in this state
When the Justice Department on Thursday issued a final order reclassifying medical marijuana as a Schedule 3 drug, fulfilling a December order from President Donald Trump, Tennessee was ready – to keep prohibition in place. The same day the federal government officially recognized cannabis as medicine, Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee signed a state bill […]
Nebraska Officials React To Federal Marijuana Rescheduling As State Slowly Implements Voter-Approved Legalization
“My stance on this issue has been clear. I remain committed to combatting the growing public health and safety threat marijuana poses.” By Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner After the Trump administration federally downgraded medical marijuana to a less dangerous classification of drug on Thursday, Nebraska federal and state representatives remained largely noncommittal. Advocates, meanwhile, said […]
North Carolina Could Legalize Medical Marijuana Now That It’s Been Federally Rescheduled, Senate Leader Says
North Carolina lawmakers will take a more serious look at legalizing medical marijuana in the state following the Trump administration’s move to reschedule cannabis at the federal level, the state’s top senator says. The North Carolina Senate has passed medical cannabis bills in a number of past sessions that have later stalled out in the […]
Cannabis businesses can apply for federal protections with DEA this week (Newsletter: April 28, 2026)
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Indiana GOP Governor Directs State Agencies To Meet With Medical Marijuana Advocates As Federal Rescheduling Takes Effect
Indiana state officials are holding a series of meetings with medical marijuana advocates at the direction of the Republican governor. One day after the Trump administration announced that federal cannabis rescheduling is moving forward, officials from the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Health and other state agencies sat down with Hoosier Veterans […]
Nebraska Supreme Court Holds Hearing In Suit Seeking To Overturn Medical Marijuana Law Passed By Voters
“Often the best remedy is not in this court. It’s to go down the hall and persuade your state legislator to…amend the statutes that you have an issue with.” By Zach Wendling, Nebraska Examiner The Nebraska Supreme Court heard a technical appeal Monday in a second case in six months asking the high court to […]
Consultants Support Delaware’s Social Equity Cannabis Applicants in Pursuit of Opportunities
Predatory Contracts in the Cannabis Industry After signing with Cannabis Business Advisors in September 2024, Lacy reported that the consultants effectively took control of communications with the state regarding her conditional licenses, leaving her uninformed about critical developments. Emails reviewed by WHYY News indicate that Danielle Popov served as the primary contact for the Office […]
A Decade After Legalization, San Diego’s Cannabis Culture Adapts and Thrives
April 20, known as 4/20, signifies a pivotal moment for cannabis culture in California, marking a decade of legal recreational marijuana use while San Diego celebrates the first anniversary of its sole cannabis lounge. These developments reflect broader trends in the cannabis industry, particularly in light of recent legislative changes. The Evolution of Cannabis Legislation […]
House Approves Bill to Eliminate THC Limits on Cannabis Products, Paving the Way for Industry Growth
A bill revamping regulations around the cannabis market passed the House of Representatives on Monday night, sparking debate among lawmakers regarding the implications of modifying important sales restrictions. Some view these changes as necessary adaptations for a growing industry, while others express concerns over potential risks associated with loosening regulations. Modernizing Cannabis Regulations Rep. Roland […]
Studies Highlight Significant Risks of Cannabis Use While Driving
Researchers at the Colorado School of Public Health (CSPH) are investigating the effects of cannabis use on driving performance. Utilizing a driving simulator that mimics real-life scenarios, they assess how participants drive before and after consuming cannabis products, specifically those containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive component that influences perception, coordination, and reaction times. Ashley […]
CU Boulder Research Reveals Six Key Insights on Cannabis Impact and Use
It’s Cannabis Awareness Month, and the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) has emerged as a leader in advancing the scientific understanding of Cannabis sativa. In 2017, researchers at the Center for Health & Neuroscience, Genes & Environment (CUChange) launched the nation’s first mobile laboratory, known as the Cannavan, dedicated to studying the plant’s real-time […]