Texas Companies Challenge Smokable Hemp Ban in Lawsuit Amid Industry Concerns
Texas hemp businesses are urging a Travis County judge to block new state regulations that took effect on March 31, contending that the rules established by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) effectively eliminate a significant portion of the legal cannabis market. The lawsuit focuses on regulations that prohibit stores from selling smokable hemp […]
Massachusetts House Passes Bill Overhauling Marijuana Laws: Key Changes Explained
Massachusetts is on the cusp of significant reforms in its cannabis industry, following a unanimous vote on April 8 by the House to adopt compromise legislation. This bill, known as H.5350, proposes a series of reforms aimed at modernizing the state’s cannabis laws, including an increase in possession limits. Major Changes to Cannabis Regulations The […]
Massachusetts Lawmakers Pass Bill to Double Marijuana Possession Limit and Revamp Cannabis Commission
Massachusetts House lawmakers have unanimously approved a significant bill aimed at advancing the state’s adult-use cannabis market. The legislation, which passed with a 155-0 vote, seeks to double the legal marijuana possession limit for adults while also revising the existing regulatory framework. Proposed Changes to Cannabis Regulation The Senate is expected to approve the proposal […]
Pennsylvania Governor Advances Cannabis Legalization Efforts in April 2026 Push
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced that the appeal process for marijuana rescheduling remains pending, despite prior instructions from President Trump for expedited action. This delay marks more than three months without a set briefing schedule. In related findings, a former senior advisor to the DEA has coauthored an analysis arguing that existing federal […]
“Stop With the Excuses”—PA Governor Demands Marijuana Legalization
Pennsylvania’s governor is increasing pressure on lawmakers to send him a bill to legalize marijuana in the state, saying that doing so would generate new revenue that could be invested in key programs. “While some in Harrisburg claim we can’t afford to make bigger investments in our kids, public safety, and our economy, know this: […]
Cannabis Group Launches Second Lawsuit Challenging Michigan Pot Tax Legislation
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Cannabis Industry Association has initiated a second lawsuit against the state’s 24% wholesale tax on marijuana, asserting that this levy increases prices for consumers. Key Points of the Lawsuit The new legal action seeks to invalidate the state’s wholesale tax, claiming it is unconstitutional and functions as an additional sales […]
Rep. Melanie Miller Votes in Support of Updating Ohio’s Marijuana Laws | Republican News
COLUMBUS, OHIO – State Representative Melanie Miller (R-Ashland) this week voted in support of Senate Bill 56, legislation updating Ohio’s marijuana laws, ensuring protections for children and addressing the issue of intoxicating hemp. The bill passed with bipartisan support and preserves the legal adult-use marijuana provisions approved by voters in Issue 2 (2023), while also […]
Beacon Hill’s Marijuana Reform: Impact on Massachusetts Customers, Dispensaries, and Regulators Explained
This is an excerpt from WBUR’s daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. It’s one last gasp of winter today, with potential for some ambient snow showers. If you’re ready for spring, take a peek at this weekend’s forecast. Massachusetts Marijuana Industry […]
Republican NC lawmakers push back on marijuana legalization
Marijuana is illegal in North Carolina. Hemp, which also comes from cannabis, is legal. Amanda McCoy File Two top Republican North Carolina lawmakers who help decide how health care dollars are spent and shape health care policy in the state spoke out Tuesday against findings from a governor-created council recommending marijuana legalization for adults, a […]
Will PA punt on adult-use cannabis again or finally legalize in 2026?
April 7, 2026Updated April 22, 2026, 6:21 a.m. ET Pennsylvania residents are crossing state lines into New York and Ohio to purchase legal recreational marijuana. Advocates for legalization in Pennsylvania point to the significant tax revenue being lost to those and other neighboring states. Projections show Pennsylvania could generate hundreds of millions of dollars in […]
Pennsylvania Governor Says Legalizing Marijuana Will Raise Revenue To Support Kids And Public Safety Programs
Pennsylvania’s governor is increasing pressure on lawmakers to send him a bill to legalize marijuana in the state, saying that doing so would generate new revenue that could be invested in key programs. “While some in Harrisburg claim we can’t afford to make bigger investments in our kids, public safety, and our economy, know this: […]
Treasurer Allocates $38 Million to Boost Medical Cannabis Initiatives
Despite a veto that could have further delayed the allocation of $38 million in medical marijuana funds collected over the past four years, State Treasurer Larry Pack has announced that he will release the funds in accordance with the original mandate. Last week, Governor Patrick Morrisey vetoed a bill that aimed to release medical marijuana […]