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Legal Cannabis News & Trends
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Six percent sales tax on all medical cannabis products waived from April 15-24, 2022 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA: Mayor Muriel Bowser signed into law the Medical Marijuana Patient Access …
Destined to Sell Cannabis
Growing up through the drug war era in Oakland, ex-felon Tucky Blunt now operates the first dispensary licensed under the city’s cannabis equity program.
MedMen to Withdraw Allegations Against Ascend Wellness in M&A Lawsuit
Counterclaims in the lawsuit asserted that Ascend Wellness executives exerted political pressure on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration to foster deal.
One Year Ago Today, New Jersey Ended Mass Arrests for Cannabis Possession
It took a decade of legislative politics and nearly three million voters changing the New Jersey state constitution to end cannabis prohibition in the Garden State.
Kentucky Lawmakers Introduce Adult-Use Bill: LETT’s Grow
The Legalize, Expunge, Treat and Tax legislation aims to provide a comprehensive approach to cannabis farming, production, sales and licensing.
New York Lawmakers Greenlight Cannabis Cultivation
New York has passed a bill that allows licenses for cannabis cultivation and processing, much to the excitement of residents.
Most Affected: Luke Scarmazzo, Legal Dispensary Owner
Why is Luke Scarmazzo serving over two decades in prison for owning a state-legal medical dispensary, and what lies in store for his future?
Black Cannabis Insiders & Regulators: Celebrating Black Ownership
For part three of our black history month series, we introduce you to more Black cannabis insiders you should know! Here are some of the most notable people representing Black ownership. ...