New York Governor Signs Bill To Let Hemp Farmers Start Growing Adult-Use Marijuana While Promoting Equity – Marijuana Moment
The governor of New York on Tuesday signed a bill to provide provisional marijuana cultivator and processor licenses for existing hemp businesses that take certain steps to promote equity in the emerging industry. Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes, who championed the state’s adult-use legalization bill that was enacted last year, and Sen. Michelle Hinchey (D) sponsored the newly signed legislation. The aim is to simultaneously expedite the process of standing up New York’s adult-use market while supporting efforts to reach ambitious equity goals with respect to cannabis business participation. Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) said in a press release that she…
Read More »Legal Cannabis States Considering Potency Caps
It feels like a new day is dawning for cannabis in the US, as some 20 states have now embraced legalization, and many more have adopted medical marijuana programs. But resistance remains. The fear of THC and the associated “high” has been deeply ingrained by generations of propaganda. Several states are now considering potency caps for cannabis products, or have already instated such maximums. Opponents see the hand of federal pressure behind such moves—and argue that they may be counter-productive, even from the standpoint of protecting public health. Potency Caps Pending in Illinois Illinois has been wrestling with an implementation model since…
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From ‘Social Exclusion’ to Social Equity: How We Get There – Cannabis Business Times
© Anthony WinstonAnthony Winston, P.E., P.Eng, owner of Winston Engineering, visiting a cultivation facility. Mary Jane, weed, reefer, marijuana, cannabis; whatever you call it, it has become a big money maker for states and for entrepreneurs that decide to take a gamble and start a cannabis business. Colorado became the first state to legalize adult-use almost a decade ago and, to date, 18 states have legalized adult-use cannabis. It is estimated that by 2030, states may generate $12 billion in cannabis tax revenue annually, according to Barclays strategists. Legalization is bittersweet, as the war on drugs in the 70’s, 80’s and…
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Feds fund research on cannabis laws’ impact (Newsletter: February 22, 2022) – Marijuana Moment
Top NY lawmaker’s PAC has marijuana focus; KY legalization bills; Wells Fargo: Fed cannabis policy hurts workforce; Canadian drug decrim momentum Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Looking for more cannabis news and resources? If you support our reporting with a monthly donation of $25 or more, we’ll give you access to our Cannabis Bill Tracker, exclusive material from our interviews and more. Don’t miss out – join us at https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment/ TOP THINGS…
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US Supreme Court Asks Feds To Weigh In On Medical Marijuana Workers Compensation Cases – Marijuana Moment
A Connecticut legislative committee on Friday approved a bill that would set the state up to provide certain patients with access to psychedelic-assisted treatment with substances like MDMA and psilocybin. Before the vote, several members of the joint Public Health Committee remarked on the compelling testimony of top military officials, advocates and scientists who spoke about their experiences and the potential impact of the reform at a hearing earlier this week. The legislation was approved on a noncontroversial basis as part of the panel’s consent calendar. It now advances to floor consideration. The measure, HB 5396, would create psychedelic treatment…
Read More »Zoning Update Would Isolate Local Pot Shops – New Haven Independent
Nora Grace-Flood photo At Hamden’s High Bazaar. These types of “private marijuana vending events, cannabis trade shows or public cannabis events” would not be allowed under newly proposed New Haven law. “High Bazaar” in New Haven? Not anytime soon. That’s according to a newly proposed zoning update that would prohibit the types of weekly commercial cannabis parties that currently take place in Hamden — as part of a broader city effort to define where pot shops should and should not be allowed in the Elm City. Those marijuana-regulating details are included in a proposed set of city zoning code and map amendments recently submitted by the City…
Read More »Zoning Plan Would Isolate Pot Shops – New Haven Independent
Nora Grace-Flood photo At Hamden’s High Bazaar. Proposed New Haven law would ban such “private marijuana vending events, cannabis trade shows or public cannabis events.” “High Bazaar” in New Haven? Not anytime soon. That’s according to a newly proposed zoning update that would prohibit the types of weekly commercial cannabis parties that currently take place in Hamden — as part of a broader city effort to define where pot shops should and should not be allowed in the Elm City. Those marijuana-regulating details are included in a proposed set of city zoning code and map amendments recently submitted by the City Plan Department to the Board of Alders….
Read More »2 firefighters injured in explosion at illegal pot operation – CT Insider
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Two firefighters were injured in an explosion during a fire at an illegal marijuana extract operation hidden at a commercial building in Southern California, authorities said. The blast occurred while fire crews were battling the blaze Sunday at the single-story structure in Anaheim, fire officials said. One firefighter suffered minor burns to his face, said Anaheim Fire & Rescue spokesman Stephen Peña. The other hurt his back when he was knocked back several feet by the explosion and fell onto his oxygen tank, he said. Both are expected to recover. Firefighters rescued one person in the…
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