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New Jersey Regulator Grilled at Hearing Over Sluggish Adult-Use Weed Launch
The president of the New Jersey Senate called for the hearing after a number of delays to the program’s rollout.
Schumer Pushes Back Release For Senate Legalization Bill
Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is backtracking after saying the legislation would be unveiled this month.
Georgia Medical Cannabis Bill Dies in State Senate
The Georgia legislature failed to approve a medical cannabis compromise bill this week, leaving the state’s patients without a legal way to access their medicine.
Louisiana Senate Candidate Gary Chambers Smokes Blunt in Campaign Video
Senate hopeful Gary Chambers Jr. of Louisiana addresses the outdated cannabis laws that target people of color, all while smoking a blunt, in a new campaign video.
Ohio Bill Moves Forward to Expand Medical Cannabis Program
This decision by the Ohio Senate marks the first time since 2016 the state looks to expand its medical cannabis program.
Recreational Cannabis Law in Washington, D.C. May Soon Be Operational
Although voters passed cannabis legalization in Washington, D.C. back in 2014, the Harris Rider has prevented the law from being implemented.
Republican Lawmakers Seek Ban On Welfare Benefits Spending At Dispensaries
Republican lawmakers are going after benefit assistance recipients who use their benefits on cannabis.
U.S. Senator Introduces Bipartisan Insurance Bill, CLAIM Act, for Cannabis Businesses
Senator Bob Menendez has introduced a bill that would give cannabis businesses access to insurance coverage.
New Democratic Majority In Senate Bodes Well For Cannabis Policy Reform
With the shift in political power, federal cannabis reform could have a real fighting chance.
Senate Passes Bill To Expand Cannabis Research
The United States Senate passed a cannabis research expansion bill this week.