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Medical Marijuana refers to the use of marijuana to treat or alleviate symptoms of certain illnesses. A growing number of states permit individuals to use marijuana on the recommendation of a physician. Despite... more +
Medical Marijuana refers to the use of marijuana to treat or alleviate symptoms of certain illnesses. A growing number of states permit individuals to use marijuana on the recommendation of a physician. Despite state laws to the contrary, Federal law still prohibits the use or possession of marijuana. The conflict between state and federal law on this issue has created interesting enforcement issues and significant legal hurdles for medical marijuana providers.  less -
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Minnesota Cannabis Licensing Opportunities in 2025

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Marking a significant step forward in launching Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market, the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) began accepting applications for cannabis business licenses on February 18, 2025. The...more

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Last Call for Minnesota Social Equity and General Applicants for Cannabis Business Licenses – Applications Go Live on February...

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We are now less than one week away from the long-awaited commencement of Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis business licensing round and prospective applicants are earnestly preparing to file business license applications as...more

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Cannabis and Hemp Developments in North Carolina

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Public support for medical cannabis in North Carolina is quite strong. In fact, according to a Meredith College poll conducted in February 2023, 73% of North Carolina voters, including 64% of Republicans, support a law...more

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Mississippi Medical Cannabis Market Update

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It has been over a year since Mississippi began accepting applications for medical cannabis licenses in July of 2022. Since then, the Mississippi cannabis industry has steadily grown, with the first legal sales beginning in...more

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The Week in Weed: June 2023 #5

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Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we remind everyone that retail sales of cannabis will begin on Saturday in Maryland. Florida’s attorney...more

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The Week in Weed: June 2023 # 4

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Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we start off in the South, where Alabama is having some issues with its medical cannabis licenses....more

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The Long and Winding Road to Adult-Use Cannabis in Ohio: An Update

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While the Ohio Legislature’s May 3, 2023, deadline to put forth adult-use legislation to avoid a ballot initiative went up in smoke, Ohioans have continued pushing forward in their attempt to legalize adult-use cannabis. And,...more

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Minnesota Legalizes Cannabis: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know About the New Law

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Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis bill was signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz on May 30, making The North Star State the 23rd to legalize cannabis. Read on to learn more about the law, including who will oversee cannabis...more

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Minnesota to Legalize Recreational Cannabis: What You Need To Know

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Minnesota is set to become the nation’s 23rd state to legalize recreational cannabis. The Minnesota State Senate approved on May 19, 2023, the final version of HF100 — a bill regulating adult-use cannabis for people 21...more

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Minnesota Adult-Use Cannabis Bill Emerges from Reconciliation

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On April 25, 2023, the Minnesota House passed House File 100 (HF100), a bill authorizing adult-use cannabis, by a vote of 71-59. Three days later, the Minnesota Senate passed Senate File 73 (SF73), a companion bill to HF100,...more

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Maryland's Proposed Cannabis Bill Considers Social Equity, On-Site Consumption

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Maryland lawmakers are considering legislation that would regulate medical and recreational cannabis in the state. Here are a few takeaways from Senate Bill 516: •Emphasis on Social Equity: Within the Alcohol, Tobacco, and...more

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Germany: Ministry Of Health Grants First Glimpse On The Upcoming Cannabis Legalization And Seeks Green Light From The European...

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In November 2021, in its coalition agreement, the newly elected German Federal Government announced its plans to legalize cannabis for recreational use. Since then, it has been hotly debated by the cannabis industry in...more

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New York Cannabis Control Board: Seventh Meeting News Highlights

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On Thursday, March 10, 2022, the New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) of the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) held its seventh and longest public meeting to date, during which it made significant progress in...more

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Recreational Cannabis is Legal in Connecticut: What to Know About Getting into the Business

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On July 1, 2021 Connecticut became the nineteenth state to legalize the possession and use of cannabis for recreational purposes.  Upon conversion of the existing licenses held by medical marijuana growers within the next few...more

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Post-Election Roundup—California 2020 Cannabis Ballot Measures

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Cannabis was, arguably, the biggest winner on Election Day this year. Voters in Arizona, Montana, New Jersey, and South Dakota approved ballot measures legalizing adult-use cannabis, thus bringing the total to 15 states that...more

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The Week in Weed: November 2019 #2

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Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. As is so often the case, the states were the big newsmakers this week. In Maine, the Office of Marijuana Policy...more

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Massachusetts DPH Clears the Air for For-Profit Conversion of Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has provided a much anticipated pathway to enable for-profit entities to operate Registered Marijuana Dispensaries (RMDs). DPH’s Medical Use of Marijuana Program (the “RMD...more

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