Florida

Veterans First: Florida House Approves Medical Marijuana Fee Waiver and Access Expansion

Florida lawmakers came together across party lines to unanimously approve HB 555, a landmark bill eliminating cannabis card fees for veterans and extending renewal terms for everyone. This legislation, which aims to break down financial and administrative barriers to medical cannabis access, stands to significantly benefit Florida’s large veteran community and streamline the process for…

Maryland Legislation Allowing Adults to Prepare Marijuana Edibles and Concentrates at Home Moves to Governor’s Desk

Maryland lawmakers have taken a significant step forward in cannabis reform by advancing legislation that would allow adults to manufacture marijuana edibles and concentrates for personal use at home. The…

New York Movie Theatre’s May Soon Sell and Allow Marijuana Use during Films

New York is exploring new licensing rules that could allow adults to purchase and consume marijuana in movie theaters. Currently, while many theaters across the U.S. permit alcohol sales, cannabis…

Former NJ Senator Steve Sweeney Pushes for Home Cultivation and Expanded Cannabis Rights

Steve Sweeney, a former New Jersey Senate leader and longest-serving Senate president, is now running for governor. He has outlined key cannabis reforms he would pursue if elected, including allowing…

Hawaii Moves Closer to Expanding Medical Marijuana Access for More Conditions

Hawaii is taking a major step toward expanding access to medical marijuana. Two Senate committees recently approved an amended bill that allows healthcare providers to recommend medical cannabis for any…

New York Launches Grant Program to Support Marijuana Dispensaries Led by Justice-Involved Entrepreneurs

New York State has officially launched a grant program that will provide up to $30,000 to retail marijuana dispensaries operated by individuals affected by prior marijuana-related convictions. This initiative aims…

Majority of Utah Voters Support Marijuana Legalization, But GOP Leaders Remain Firmly Opposed

A recent poll conducted by Noble Predictive Insights for Keep Utah Medical revealed that a majority of Utah voters now support the legalization of adult-use marijuana. According to the survey,…

Daily Use of THCV and CBD May Help in Weight Loss, Study Suggests

 Key Findings: A recent study suggests that daily use of two cannabis compounds—THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin) and CBD (Cannabidiol)—may aid in weight loss and improve heart health. The research, published in the…

Kentucky Senate Approves Regulation of Hemp-Infused THC Drinks Instead of Banning Them

The Kentucky Senate has chosen to regulate hemp-derived THC beverages rather than banning them entirely, following debates and concerns from lawmakers. The decision marks a shift towards controlling and monitoring…

Maryland Senate Advances Bill to Protect Firefighters’ Right to Medical Marijuana

A new bill aimed at protecting Maryland’s firefighters and rescue workers from penalties related to medical marijuana use has successfully advanced through the Maryland Senate Finance Committee with an 8-2…

Medical Marijuana: A Cost-Effective Therapy for PTSD – New Study Findings

Key Findings of the Study: Policy Implications & Future Research: Psychedelic & Cannabis-Based PTSD Treatments: Conclusion: