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Judge won’t force Colorado cannabis regulator to halt alleged ‘inversion’
A Colorado judge has declined to impose new requirements on the state’s cannabis regulator to suss out illicit-market products being sold by licensed marijuana stores.
Marijuana cultivation, manufacturing licenses up for grabs in Minnesota lottery
Minnesota will take the next step in launching its adult-use marijuana market when the state holds lotteries on June 5 for cultivation, manufacturing and mezzobusiness
Cannabis businesses using employee stock ownership plans to skirt 280E
Employee stock ownership plans are a financial tool that cannabis businesses in some states have been taking advantage of since about 2023, Cannabis businesses using
US Supreme Court rejects challenge to Mississippi’s marijuana advertising ban
Advertisements by state-licensed medical marijuana businesses in Mississippi don’t enjoy First Amendment free-speech protections. US Supreme Court rejects challenge to Mississippi’s marijuana advertising ban is
Cannabis operator Red White & Bloom restructures debt
Canada-based cannabis multistate operator Red White & Bloom Brands has restructured about 145 million Canadian dollars ($105 million) of issued outstanding debt as part of
US hemp production grows 40% in 2024, reaching $445 million in value
U.S. hemp production surged in 2024, according to a recent report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. US hemp production
California tax agency confirms it will raise cannabis excise rate to 19% on July 1
Despite the concerns of California’s regulated marijuana industry and lawmakers, the state’s tax agency says it will carry through on plans to increase the cannabis
Marijuana delivery company Eaze can’t cover debt, files bankruptcy
In filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in March, marijuana delivery company Eaze Technologies indicated it likely won’t have sufficient assets to pay its unsecured creditors.
How to manage the challenges of cannabis advertising restrictions
For cannabis business owners, advertising their products presents unique challenges. How to manage the challenges of cannabis advertising restrictions is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial,

Week 16 Update: Three Cannabis Measures Remain Active
As of Week 16, three cannabis-related measures remain active. HB2179 – Marijuana; Advertising; Restrictions has passed the Senate on third reading and has returned to
HB2179 Moves Closer to Law After Major Amendments **WATCH**
PHOENIX, AZ — House Bill 2179 has passed the Senate’s third read and now heads back to the House for consideration of Senate amendments in
Marijuana rescheduling will be among DEA nominee’s ‘priorities’ but …
Marijuana rescheduling will be among DEA nominee’s ‘priorities’ but … is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
The great cannabis cultivation debate: hand- or machine-trim?
Choosing whether to trim cannabis by hand or machine is a decision that impacts both the final aesthetic and the perceived quality of marijuana buds
Oklahoma gov seeks crackdown on intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids
Oklahoma’s governor is asking the leaders of five state agencies to work together to crack down on intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids in the medical marijuana market.
Missouri to research viability of issuing more adult-use marijuana licenses
Three research firms are competing to analyze Missouri’s cannabis market to help the state determine whether it should issue additional adult-use marijuana business licenses. Missouri
Cannabis trade group urges retained Canadian prime minister to change policies
With Mark Carney retaining his role as Canada’s prime minister, the Cannabis Council of Canada is calling on the Liberal government to implement policy changes
How can cannabis consumption lounges turn a profit?
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New Mexico operator loses suit over insurance coverage of medical marijuana
A federal court in New Mexico has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the state’s largest medical marijuana operator seeking to get health insurers in the
Michigan trade group wants state to quit issuing new cannabis business licenses
With adult-use marijuana prices plunging, Michigan’s largest lobbying organization for the state’s MJ industry is asking lawmakers to stop issuing new cannabis business licenses. Michigan
Marijuana industry will add $123.6 billion to US economy this year
The total U.S. economic impact of regulated marijuana sales could top $123.6 billion in 2025, about 9% more than last year, according to a newly

Arizona Legislature Update – Week 15: Key Marijuana Measures Progress, SB 1299 Falters
This week key measures advanced, including HB 2179 (Marijuana; advertising; restrictions) and SB 1230 (Marijuana; clinical research trials), both reaching the Committee of the Whole.
Tilray is exiting New Zealand’s medical cannabis market to focus on Australia
Tilray Medical is leaving New Zealand’s medical cannabis market to focus on its MMJ operations in Australia. Tilray is exiting New Zealand’s medical cannabis market
Maryland governor approves marijuana consumption lounges but with no smoking
Maryland regulators will license up to 15 marijuana consumption lounges under legislation signed into law by Gov. Wes Moore, but under some of the strictest
Predatory investors undermine intent of cannabis social equity in New York
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California marijuana testing lab sues state to recover suspended license
BelCosta Labs, a prominent California marijuana testing company, is suing state regulators in a bid to get its suspended license reinstated. California marijuana testing lab
Minnesota targets farmers growing cannabis in $2 million grant program
Minnesota is launching a $2 million grant program to help farmers succeed in the state’s impending recreational cannabis industry. Minnesota targets farmers growing cannabis in
Why cities in regulated marijuana markets still don’t host an official ‘weed week’
The general lack of sanctioned cannabis festivals – or some other form of civic celebrations other commodities and industries enjoy – is another demonstration of
Court scraps Alabama medical cannabis licensing again
The yearslong odyssey to license medical cannabis businesses in Alabama will drag on longer after a state judge revoked already-awarded permits and ordered a lengthy
No charges filed in wrongdoing probe of ex-Oregon official with marijuana ties
An investigation into potential wrongdoing by a former Oregon secretary of state who took a side job with a marijuana company has been closed with
How will Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market shake out?
The adult-use cannabis market in Minnesota could end up mirroring the state’s celebrated craft beer scene. How will Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market shake out? is
Doctors who support marijuana rescheduling drop lawsuit against DEA
A group of medical professionals who support rescheduling marijuana have dropped a lawsuit against the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration that, among other things, accused the
Hawaii licenses another medical cannabis dispensary on Oahu
Hawaii regulators have licensed the state’s 25th medical cannabis dispensary, the 11th on the island of Oahu. Hawaii licenses another medical cannabis dispensary on Oahu
Delaware governor nominates new marijuana commissioner
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has nominated attorney and government regulations expert Joshua Sanderlin to be the state’s next marijuana commissioner. Delaware governor nominates new marijuana
Former cannabis executives share tips for successful exits
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Tennessee lawmakers redefine hemp, cannabinoids to ban THCA, delta-8 THC
Tennessee lawmakers approved sweeping changes to state law governing hemp and THC that effectively outlaw most hemp-derived products in the market. Tennessee lawmakers redefine hemp,
First marijuana consumption venue opens in San Diego County
The first marijuana consumption venue in San Diego County has opened. First marijuana consumption venue opens in San Diego County is a post from: MJBizDaily:
Cannabis operator Village Farms gets extension to regain Nasdaq compliance
Cannabis operator Village Farms International has received a 180-day extension to regain compliance with the minimum closing bid price of $1 per share required to
Rescheduling or descheduling marijuana: How would industry be impacted?
The possible reclassification of marijuana under the federal Controlled Substances Act is sparking debate about dismantling barriers to interstate commerce and the future of the

Week 14 at the Arizona Capitol: Cannabis Bills Blaze Through Rules and Head to COW
Out of the 4 cannabis bills, two have made moves this week. On Monday both SB1057 – Marijuana; dual licensees; rural communities (was) Commerce; trade;
Total cannabis sales in Arizona fall for second straight year
Two years after Arizona retailers recorded record sales of recreational and medical cannabis, the retail boom is fading. Total cannabis sales in Arizona fall for
