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Acreage, Harvest Health Join Cannabis Companies Lobbying in Florida
National cannabis companies are lobbying in Florida in the midst of legalization pushes from both industry and advocacy groups.
LA’s Number of Unlicensed Cannabis Shops Is Actually Dropping
A Department of Public Health report found that illicit storefronts are concentrated in areas with higher percentages of Latino and African American residents.
Look Who is Lobbying in Georgia
Trulieve pushed as the state expanded medical cannabis access last year. Now Curaleaf is a new entrant.
MedMen-Backed Florida Legalization Campaign Is Raking in Cash
One effort is backed by industry giants, the other by grassroots advocates. Either would transform the state’s cannabis landscape.
It’s Crunch Time For California’s Cannabis Bills
Cannabis bills that address everything from funding for after-school programs to tax deductions must pass in the state’s Assembly or Senate by Friday to have a shot at passage this session.
California’s Cannabis Bank Bill On Hold Until 2020
Just last week, the Assembly’s Appropriations Committee approved a bill to create banks for the industry, which was crafted in collaboration with State Treasurer Fiona Ma.
California Aims to Lift the Burden on Legal Cannabis Businesses
One effort would ease tax bills; another would help with banking. Together they send a national signal.
Cannabis for Animals? California Might Allow Veterinarians to Do More Than Talk About It
A bill that would allow them to recommend cannabis has taken a big step forward, with a compromise requiring research.
LA Cannabis Commission Approves Plan to Barricade Unlicensed Shops
The Commission also contemplated expanding eligibility for its social equity program.
California May Slow the Rolling Cannabis Party
A bill is moving forward that would outlaw smoking and vaping in commercial vehicles, unless the driver has separate ventilation.
Los Angeles Moves to Padlock, Barricade Properties Involved in Unlicensed Cannabis Sales
The City Council continues to put pressure on landlords to be vigilant about illegal shops.
If They’re Doling Out Cannabis “Appellations,” L.A.’s Growers Want In
Think place-of-origin branding, like “Champagne” or “Roquefort.” An industry group fears indoor cultivators will be left out.
New Mexico Takes Major Step Toward Legal Cannabis
Governor's working group dives into the possibility of state-run stores, and public safety.
Here’s How New York’s Cannabis Companies Lobbied in the Legislature’s Final Days
Curaleaf lobbied on more state bills than any other cannabis company as the session came to a close.
Louisiana’s Medical Cannabis Program Finally Goes Live
Four years after the law opened the gates, the first tinctures will hit pharmacies Tuesday. It’s been a long journey.
Canopy Growth Unveils New York Hemp Industrial Park
NY’s Southern Tier is “well on its way to becoming the Silicon Valley of industrial hemp,” Sen. Chuck Schumer said Monday.
