Articles By Alyson Martin
Cannabis Companies Brace for Coronavirus Impact
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a dilemma has hit the nascent industry: to close or not to close? We’re keeping track of how companies, and regulators, are reacting.
Congress Tackles Medical Cannabis for Veterans
The House Committee on Veterans Affairs voted in support of medical cannabis access and research, sending two bills to the full House.
Does the Hotel Industry Benefit from Cannabis Legalization? Research Suggests So.
Research from Penn State looks at Denver, Colorado and suggests that legalization is, at worst, neutral, but likely positive for hospitality.
FDA Reopens CBD Public Comment, “Extending It Indefinitely”
The Agency is specifically looking to collect “scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds.”
As Governor Pushes Legalization, Connecticut Lawmakers Debate Adult Use Cannabis
Connecticut is surrounded by states that have legalized cannabis, or plan to. “We can't stick our heads in the sand,” said Governor Ned Lamont’s senior adviser.
Vermont Bill To Legalize Adult Use Cannabis Sales Sent From House To Senate
As soon as lawmakers reconcile their versions, the bill heads to the governor’s desk.
FDA to Ag Regulators: “Fool’s Game” to Tell Americans They Can’t Use CBD Products
At NASDA Winter Policy Conference, USDA says it’s loosening DEA lab testing requirement for hemp, and FDA signals openness to non-pharma CBD products.
JAMA Study: Cannabis Use Among Adults Aged 65 and Older Has Spiked
“I think the increases are mainly driven by boomers who use weed aging into the 65 and older age bracket,” the study’s senior author told Cannabis Wire.
Is Cannabis Legalization Coming to Tennessee? A Senator Pushes the Discussion
Tennessee State Senator Raumesh Akbari says all “controversial” bills take time, but with strong polling, the moment to legalize is now.
