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Marijuana news and information. Sponsored by Representatives Potter, McNamara, Batista, Craven, Donovan, Speakman, Spears, Slater, Bennett, and Cruz, the legislation would decriminalize the possession and personal cultivation of small amounts of psilocybin, a compound found in psychedelic mushrooms.
In 2024, 11 States Generated Over $1 Billion in Legal Marijuana Sales
1 天前 · In 2024, the legal marijuana market continued its impressive growth, with 11 states surpassing $1 billion in sales. Collectively, these states accounted for the majority of the $23.2 billion sold across the 21 states with operational recreational markets. California led the pack with $4.2 billion in sales, followed by Michigan, which brought in $3.1 billion. … Continue reading
The Five States Most Likely to Legalize Cannabis This Year
2 天之前 · Several states are on track to legalize recreational marijuana in 2025, joining the 24 other states that have already done so. Although efforts to legalize cannabis are ongoing in numerous states, the five states listed below are the most likely to actually enact legalization proposals this year. Hawaii This month, Hawaii Representatives Gene Ward (R) …
Public Hearing for Marijuana Rescheduling Set to Start January 21, …
A Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) administrative law judge has set the start of the public hearing on marijuana rescheduling for January. The hearings, starting January 21, will feature arguments from the DEA, proponents of the rescheduling proposal, and designated opposition groups. Each participant will present their case on assigned dates, …
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President Biden has commuted the sentences of nearly 2,500 people charged with non-violent drug charges. “Today, I am commuting the sentences of nearly 2,500 people convicted of non-violent drug offenses who are serving disproportionately long sentences compared to the sentences they would receive today under current law, …
DEA Marijuana Rescheduling Hearings Cancelled
2025年1月13日 · DEA Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney has canceled a series of marijuana rescheduling hearings, scheduled to start January 21 and run through March 6, halting proceedings for at least three months. This decision stems from allegations of improper conduct by DEA Administrator Anne Milgram and other officials, though Mulrooney ultimately rejected calls to remove the … Continue reading
Connecticut Bill Would End All Nonviolent Cannabis Charges, …
3 天之前 · Connecticut lawmakers introduced House Bill 6377 today, a bold proposal that would reshape the state’s cannabis laws and promote more equity in the marijuana industry. Filed by State Representatives Michael Shannon (D) and Anne Hughes (D), the bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Judiciary for consideration. The proposal would address multiple facets … Continue reading
US House Bill to Deschedule Marijuana Nationwide and Allow …
The MORE Act in the US House of Representatives now has 96 sponsors. Yesterday, Congressmember Jahana Hayes (D-CT) became the newest cosponsor of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, bringing the total number of sponsors to 96. Hayes is the first new sponsor on the bill since August. The only marijuana-related bill in … Continue reading
Medical Marijuana Legalized in 39 States: A State-By-State …
39 states—78% of the entire country—have legalized medical marijuana. In 1996, California became the first state to legalize medical marijuana, paving the way for nationwide reform. In the 28 years since, 38 additional states have enacted similar programs, with several others also allowing low-THC marijuana oil for limited use. Nebraska was …
Analysis: Legal Marijuana States Generated Nearly $2 Billion in …
In September, legal marijuana states collectively generated $1.877 billion in sales, resulting in over a quarter of a billion dollars in tax revenue. September’s total, based on an analysis by The Marijuana Herald, are slightly lower than August’s record $1.955 billion, but demonstrated market strength and consistency. The market’s monthly revenue is likely to increase … Continue reading