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Senator Named to Massachusetts Regulatory Post Opposed Legal Cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on August 23, 2017Read moreSen. Jennifer Flanagan, who opposed last year’s cannabis legalization initiative, is the first appointee to the five-member Cannabis Control Commission.
Oregon Governor and Police Superintendent Slam Sessions’ Memo
Gage Peake - Published on August 23, 2017Read moreTop Oregon officials this week lashed out at US Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ recent attack on the state’s legal cannabis system.
Nevada Gaming Commission to Discuss Cannabis and Casinos
The Associated Press - Published on August 23, 2017Read moreThe Nevada Gaming Commission hopes to address the problems the state’s legalization of recreational marijuana present during an upcoming special meeting.
Torontonians Love Their Dispensaries. Why Is Mayor Tory Dead Set Against Them?
Randi Druzin - Published on August 22, 2017Read moreWhy does Toronto’s mayor remain steadfast in his opposition to dispensaries while so many Ontarians have indicated they want cannabis available through such retailers once recreational use becomes legal? The answer depends on whom you ask.
Australian States Split on Medical Cannabis
Joe Wilson - Published on August 22, 2017Read moreAs states take an array of approaches to regulating medical cannabis, some are calling for more consistency from the federal government.
Denver to Start Licensing First Cannabis Clubs, but Few May Apply
The Associated Press - Published on August 22, 2017Read moreDenver is on the brink of licensing some of the nation’s first legal cannabis clubs, but elaborate regulatory hurdles may mean the city gets few takers for the new licenses.
Alaska Proposal Would Open Door to On-Site Consumption
Gage Peake - Published on August 22, 2017Read moreWith cannabis sales still lagging behind, the Alaska Marijuana Control Board has officially proposed regulations to allow onsite cannabis consumption.
Ohio Picks 2 Vendors to Ramp up Medical Marijuana System
The Associated Press - Published on August 22, 2017Read moreA pair of vendors has been selected to develop Ohio’s seed-to-sale, medical marijuana tracking system and its online licensing system.
California Is Still Arresting Too Many People of Color for Cannabis
Chris Roberts - Published on August 22, 2017Read more2016 arrest data reveals the persistence of racial bias, even though the law is changing.
Gavin Newsom Racking Up Cannabis $$$ in California Governors Race
Gage Peake - Published on August 21, 2017Read moreCampaign donations from the cannabis industry are starting to pop up in campaign disclosure forms in California, as the race to replace Gov. Brown heats up.