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LOS ANGELES -California-based cannabis distribution giant Herbl is embroiled in a legal dispute as it seeks to recover approximately $10 million in unpaid debts from retailers. The company, which fell into receivership in June, has become the center of a contentious struggle that reflects the larger financial challenges facing California's cannabis industry. In a significant ...

LOS ANGELES-- Starting July 1, Maryland will join the growing list of states in the United States to legalize adult-use cannabis sales. This milestone comes less than eight months after the state's voters approved a constitutional amendment proposed by the state Legislature. With a population of 6.2 million residents, Maryland's move means that 45% of ...

LOS ANGELES-- In a recent development, Florida's attorney general, Ashley Moody, has filed a request with the state Supreme Court to reject a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at legalizing cannabis for adult use in the Sunshine State. Citing concerns over potential voter deception, Moody argued that the ballot summary would be misleading in key aspects, ...

LOS ANGELES-- California-based Glass House Brands Inc. has taken legal action against Catalyst Cannabis and its leadership, filing a defamation lawsuit in response to allegations made by Catalyst that Glass House is the "biggest black marketeer" of cannabis in American history. Glass House Brands filed the lawsuit, which also accuses Catalyst of violations of California's ...

TALLAHASSEE - Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill into law that aims to address longstanding inequities in the state's medical cannabis industry. The legislation provides medical cannabis cultivation licenses specifically to Black farmers who had previously qualified for the permits but were excluded from the final issuance. Additionally, the law expands telehealth services ...

NASHVILLE-- Tennessee residents purchasing products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids, including CBD, delta-8 THC, delta-9 THC, and delta-10 THC, will soon face an additional 6% "privilege" sales tax starting July 1. The state's Department of Revenue has announced this tax, which will be levied on top of the existing standard state sales tax rate of 7%. Tennessee ...

DENVER - In a groundbreaking move, Governor Jared Polis of Colorado (D) unveiled his intention to issue pardons for all criminal convictions in the state pertaining to psychedelic drugs. The announcement came during his speech at the recently held Psychedelic Conference in Denver, according to reliable sources. Governor Polis, who last month signed a bill ...

MINNEAPOLIS - In a significant development, Minnesota has joined the ranks of adult-use cannabis states, creating a promising landscape for potential business opportunities. After months of legislative deliberation, the state became the 23rd in the nation to legalize cannabis for recreational use, signaling a significant shift in its approach to the market. Under the newly ...

LOS ANGELES--  Minnesota's craft brewing industry is abuzz with excitement following the enactment of a new cannabis law in the state. Industry leaders actively sought further regulations regarding THC-infused beverages and expressed their satisfaction with the recently signed legislation by Governor Walz, as reported by local news station KARE. The new law establishes clear guidelines ...

LOS ANGELES-- In an effort to bolster access to licensed retail cannabis, the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced on Tuesday that it has granted a total of $4.145 million to 18 municipalities across the state. Notably, $870,000 of these grants have been allocated to jurisdictions seeking to issue licenses to operators who have ...

NEVADA-- In a significant development for the cannabis industry, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, a Republican, signed an omnibus cannabis bill into law last week. The new legislation, which was sponsored by state Senator Dallas Harris, a Democrat, brings about several changes that are poised to reshape the cannabis landscape in the state. These changes include ...

LOS ANGELES-- Alabama has achieved a significant milestone in its medical cannabis journey as the state's medical cannabis program moves forward with the awarding of business licenses. Limited access to medicinal cannabis had been permitted under "Carly's Law," which was enacted in 2014. However, recent efforts to expand medical cannabis legalization faced repeated setbacks until ...

LOS ANGELES-- In a recent development, the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (MRA) has permanently revoked the business licenses of Candid Labs, operating as Layercake Farms 2, located near Owosso. Owned by Ramon Hana, Candid Labs is a prominent medical and adult-use cannabis processor situated at 1850 Parmenter Road in Corunna. The decision to revoke the ...

LOS ANGELES-- In a significant step towards criminal justice reform, lawmakers in Louisiana's House and Senate have approved legislation that paves the way for the expungement of marijuana possession convictions. House Bill 286, now on its way to Democratic Governor John Bel Edwards, proposes changes that would streamline the process, offering relief to first-time offenders ...

LOS ANGELES-- Canadian licensed cannabis producer Hexo Corp. faces a critical juncture as its acquisition by Tilray Brands hangs in the balance. In a near-unanimous vote, Hexo shareholders approved the acquisition on Wednesday. However, the deal must be completed by the end of the month; otherwise, Hexo could face default, as warned in its third-quarter ...

LOS ANGELES -- In a momentous development for the medical cannabis industry in Alabama, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (MCC) announced the recipients of its highly anticipated first round of business licenses. The MCC, responsible for overseeing the implementation of the state's medical cannabis program, awarded licenses to a total of 21 entities across various ...

LOS ANGELES-- In a daring move that has caught the attention of the cannabis industry, Catalyst Cannabis Co.'s CEO, Elliot Lewis, has taken legal action against Glass House Brands, one of California's leading cannabis mega-growers. Lewis's audacious lawsuit, filed last week in Los Angeles County Superior Court, accuses Glass House of being a significant player ...

LOS ANGELES -- The Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee is currently examining a resolution that urges the federal government to remove cannabis from the list of controlled substances. The resolution highlights that 38 U.S. states and four territories have implemented regulations for medical cannabis, while 21 states, two territories, and Washington, D.C. have legalized cannabis for ...

LOS ANGELES-- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made a noteworthy move that underscores the recognition of hemp as a valuable commodity. The agency will include hemp in the title of one of its Agricultural Technical Advisory Committees (ATACs), highlighting the crop's importance within the agricultural industry. According to a notice of intent issued ...

WASHINGTON — A crucial piece of legislation concerning cannabis banking reform may finally be gaining traction in the U.S. Senate, according to statements made by a prominent Democratic senator. The SAFE Banking Act, which aims to address the financial challenges faced by the cannabis industry, has previously passed the House of Representatives on multiple occasions, ...

LOS ANGELES-- In response to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) call for congressional regulation of cannabidiol (CBD), two bipartisan measures have been reintroduced in the House of Representatives by U.S. Reps. Morgan Griffith (R-Va.) and Angie Craig (D-Minn.). These measures aim to establish clear regulatory frameworks for CBD, utilizing existing guidelines. The first ...

LOS ANGELES-- C21 Investments Inc., a prominent vertically integrated company operating in the cannabis sector, has encountered a significant setback as the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) issued a Cease Trade Order against the company's securities. The order comes in response to C21 Investments' failure to file its audited annual financial statements and management discussion ...

NEW YORK-- In a bid to address the surplus of cannabis products and support local cultivators, regulators in New York have announced plans to introduce cannabis farmers' markets this summer. The move, spearheaded by the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), aims to provide an avenue for conditionally licensed growers and retailers to sell ...