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Legal Cannabis News & Trends
Connecticut Becomes 18th State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults
“This legislation recognizes that the responsible use of marijuana by adults should not be a crime, and that those who carry the stigma of a criminal record for their past use of cannabis ...
Connecticut Governor Lamont Signs Bill Legalizing and Safely Regulating Adult-Use Cannabis
“The law that I signed today begins to right some of those wrongs by creating a comprehensive framework for a regulated market that prioritizes public health, public safety, …
ASTM International Committee Activity Focuses on Cannabis and Consumer Safety
PENNSYLVANIA: A proposed standard from ASTM International’s cannabis committee (D37) aims to help ensure product quality and improve consumer safety in the cannabis industry. A …
Massachusetts regulators fine marijuana firm TILT Holdings $275,000 over license scheme
The fine caps a years-long investigation by the agency into TILT's onerous management and loan contracts with affiliates.
Connecticut Poised to Become Next State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults
"Marginalized communities have disproportionately suffered for decades because of the discriminatory enforcement of marijuana laws in Connecticut. This bill is a step toward addressing that ...
Plan Released to Ensure Minority-Owned Companies Aren’t Shut Out of Interstate Cannabis Trade
CRCC Vice-Chair Shaleen Title Proposes Plan to Ensure Minority-Owned Companies Aren’t Shut Out of Interstate Cannabis Trade
Connecticut House Approves Marijuana Legalization With Amendments, Sending Bill Back To Senate
Legislation to legalize cannabis in Connecticut passed the state’s House of Representatives on a 76–62 vote on Wednesday following hours of floor debate. The measure now returns to the ...
Connecticut legalizes marijuana, becoming 19th state to regulate adult use
Starting July 1, it's legal to possess up to 1.5 ounces. Retail sales are expected to start in May 2022.