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…

Flower & Flame Workers Unionize with UFCW Local 360 for Better Protections and Workplace Benefits

Union Membership Strengthens Job Security, Expands Training Opportunities, and Gives Cannabis Industry Workers a Stronger Voice WEST BERLIN, N.J.—Earlier this winter, employees at Flower & Flame, a recreational cannabis dispensary…

Canceled Marijuana Rescheduling Hearings Spark Debate Over Inclusivity

Recent developments in the cannabis reform landscape have drawn attention to a critical issue: the exclusion of voices most affected by decades of marijuana criminalization. The Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA)…

New Jersey Cannabis Market Hits $1 Billion in Sales for 2024

New Jersey’s cannabis industry celebrated a major milestone in 2024, surpassing $1 billion in combined medicinal and recreational sales. This achievement reflects a nearly 25% growth from the previous year’s…

New Jersey’s Expanding Cannabis Delivery and Equity Initiatives: What You Need to Know

New Jersey is quickly solidifying its position as a leader in the East Coast cannabis industry, not just through rapid market growth but by addressing key areas such as delivery…

Regulatory Changes in Established Cannabis Markets: New Jersey, New York, and California

Established cannabis markets are often seen as trendsetters in the industry, but they’re also subject to evolving regulations aimed at improving equity, safety, and market stability. Here’s how New Jersey,…

New States Voting on Cannabis Legalization: Medical and Recreational Expansion in 2025

Cannabis legalization continues to gain momentum in the United States as more states put measures on the ballot in 2025. With the growing public support for medical and recreational cannabis…

Progress on Federal Cannabis Legalization: Current Status and Future Prospects

The dialogue surrounding federal cannabis legalization in the United States remains a prominent issue, with supporters, legislators, and industry participants advocating for meaningful changes to antiquated regulations. This movement is…