Legalization

Follow the journey of cannabis legalization across the globe with our Legalization category. From ballot initiatives and legislative efforts to the societal impacts of cannabis reform, this section provides comprehensive insights into the push for legal cannabis.

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…

NJ-CRC Approves New Cannabis Testing Guidelines

TRENTON – During its public meeting on February 18, the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) approved a set of updated cannabis testing guidelines. These new standards will replace the…

New Jersey Medical Cannabis Patients Feel Left Behind as Legal Weed Market Booms

s Feel Left Behind as Legal Weed Market Boom As New Jersey’s legal marijuana industry thrives, many medical cannabis patients feel neglected and betrayed. Edward “Lefty” Grimes, a long-time medical…

New Bill Aims to Streamline Cannabis Dispensary Approvals in New Jersey

A new bill in Trenton seeks to expedite the approval process for medical cannabis dispensaries by allowing them to sell recreational marijuana without needing town approval. The legislation, backed by…

2024: A Year of Growth, Equity, and Progress for the New Jersey Cannabis Industry

The year 2024 marked a period of significant advancements, regulatory developments, and continued commitment to equity within the New Jersey cannabis industry. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) achieved…

Applications Now Open for Cannabis Consumption Lounges in New Jersey

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission officially opened applications for cannabis consumption lounges on January 2, giving licensed dispensaries the green light to create safe spaces where adults can consume…

Debate Heats Up Over Increasing Social Equity Fee in New Jersey’s Cannabis Market

Cannabis advocates in New Jersey are currently debating whether the Cannabis Regulatory Commission should raise a fee aimed at funding social equity initiatives and supporting communities disproportionately affected by the…

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…