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Daily Cannabis Use Linked to Higher Opioid Cessation Rates, Study Finds

A recent study has provided new insights into the potential role of cannabis in reducing opioid dependency, particularly among individuals suffering from chronic pain. The research, published in Drug and Alcohol Review, suggests that people who consume cannabis on a daily basis are more likely to stop using opioids compared to those who use marijuana…

Georgia Senate Passes Bills Expanding Medical Cannabis and Tightening Hemp Regulations

In a landmark move just before the legislative deadline, the Georgia Senate passed three significant bills that reshape how the state regulates medical cannabis and hemp-derived products. These measures sparked…

Trump White House Shows Openness to Federal Marijuana Legalization Proposal

A recent development has raised hopes among cannabis reform advocates as a White House staffer under the Trump administration reportedly invited a proposal on federal marijuana legalization. This invitation signals…

New Jersey Bill Could Override Local Bans on Recreational Cannabis Sales

A new legislative proposal in New Jersey may significantly impact local control over recreational cannabis sales, potentially reshaping the state’s marijuana market.The bill, S4074, introduced by State Senate President Nicholas…

New Jersey Cannabis Workers Join Teamsters Union for Better Workplace Rights

Cannabis Manufacturing Workers in New Jersey Join Union Employees of Garden Society, a cannabis manufacturing company in New Jersey have become the first in the state to join Teamsters Local…

New Jersey’s Cannabis Market Poised to Reach $2 Billion by 2027

New Jersey is set to become one of the fastest-growing cannabis markets in the U.S., with projected sales expected to reach $2 billion by 2027, according to data from LeafLink,…

Nearly Half of New Jersey’s Cannabis Licenses Awarded to Minority-Owned Businesses

New Jersey’s Cannabis Market Shows Diversity in Licensing According to the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC), nearly half (47%) of the annual adult-use cannabis licenses in the state have…

New Jersey Introduces Free Cannabis Business Training Platform

New Jersey has launched the Cannabis Training Academy (CTA), an online educational platform to support individuals interested in starting or managing a cannabis business.  This initiative, created by the New…

Gov. Murphy Proposes Raising Cannabis Tax from $2.50 to $15 Per Ounce

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has put forward a proposal to significantly increase the social equity excise fee on cannabis, raising it from $2.50 to $15 per ounce. The additional…

New Jersey Cannabis Coalition Urges Lawmakers to Legalize Home Cultivation

A coalition of New Jersey cannabis businesses and advocacy organizations is pushing for the legalization of home cannabis cultivation, challenging the stance of Governor Phil Murphy and other lawmakers who…

New Jersey’s Recreational Cannabis Market Expands with New Competitors

New Jersey’s adult-use cannabis industry has been rapidly growing since its launch in April 2022. The market saw an impressive $789.8 million in sales throughout 2024, with the number of…