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Midwest
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Michigan Pot Market Surpasses California in Sales Volume
BDSA Analytics and Headset both report that Michigan cannabis businesses sold more in terms of units sold.
Iowa Brewers, Retailers Cry Foul at State’s New Hemp Law
The law will not only impose potency limits, but also a minimum age of 21 to buy such products.
Illinois Delta-8 Regulation Bill Stalls in House of Representatives
The Illinois House of Representatives has adjourned for the summer without passing legislation to regulate hemp-derived cannabinoids.
Ohio Committee Approved Adult-Use Sales Plan
The rules propose that medical cannabis dispensaries be allowed to sell adult-use products starting on June 7.
Illinois Hemp Operators Call For Regulation Instead of Prohibition
Hemp industry advocates in Illinois have thrown their support behind a bill to regulate intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids while opposing a separate measure that would ban products containing such compounds, including delta-8 THC.
Minnesota Senate Approves Bill To Accelerate Licensing of Weed Businesses
The Minnesota Senate has approved a bill to accelerate the licensing of recreational marijuana cultivators.
Cannabis Industry Has 440,000 Full-Time Workers
The growth of the past year was driven largely by young Midwestern states.
Illinois Governor Cites Cannabis Reform While Campaigning for Biden
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker campaigned for the reelection of President Biden on 4/20, citing Democratic-led advances for marijuana policy reform.
Ohio Company Signs Deal To Grow Hemp for Bioplastic
Ohio Hemp Company has inked a deal with Michigan-based Heartland Industries to grow hemp fiber for use in bioplastics.
March Marks New High for Cannabis Sales in Michigan
Michigan collected a combined total of $289 million in sales in March, split between $286.8 in adult-use cannabis and $2.1 million in medical cannabis.