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After 2016 Legalization, Massachusetts Weighs Rolling Back Recreational Marijuana
After 2016 Legalization, Massachusetts Weighs Rolling Back Recreational Marijuana
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Following a favorable Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruling, voters will face a November 2026 decision on whether to repeal key elements of the state’s adult-use cannabis legalization.

Judge Issues TRO Protecting Hemp Companies from Ohio’s New Licensing Law
Judge Issues TRO Protecting Hemp Companies from Ohio’s New Licensing Law
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The ruling gives the businesses immediate but limited relief while their challenge to Senate Bill 56 moves forward.

Virginia Set to Launch Regulated Recreational Cannabis Market After Governor-Lawmaker Agreement
Virginia Set to Launch Regulated Recreational Cannabis Market After Governor-Lawmaker Agreement
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Retail stores could begin selling cannabis to adults in July 2027 under the agreement.

Verano Holdings Takes Bold Step Forward with 1-for-5 Reverse Stock Split
Verano Holdings Takes Bold Step Forward with 1-for-5 Reverse Stock Split
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Verano Holdings is charting an ambitious path with the successful completion of its 1-for-5 reverse split, designed to elevate share price and unlock greater institutional interest.

Governor Pritzker Signs Major Bill Tightening Hemp Rules and Expanding Cannabis Access
Governor Pritzker Signs Major Bill Tightening Hemp Rules and Expanding Cannabis Access
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Governor Pritzker’s approval of SB 3222 marks a significant shift in Illinois cannabis policy.

Pennsylvania Senate Rejects Cannabis Control Board in Setback for Adult-Use Reform
Pennsylvania Senate Rejects Cannabis Control Board in Setback for Adult-Use Reform
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In a 27-23 vote, Pennsylvania senators turned back legislation that would have established an independent Cannabis Control Board to oversee medical marijuana and hemp products.

Alabama’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens in Montgomery
Alabama’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens in Montgomery
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Alabama patients now have their first in-state access to medical cannabis.

Flying with Cannabis in 2026: What TSA’s Policy Shift Means for Medical vs. Recreational Use
Flying with Cannabis in 2026: What TSA’s Policy Shift Means for Medical vs. Recreational Use
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The rules around flying with cannabis have become somewhat clearer for medical patients following the April update.

Trulieve Makes History as First U.S. Cannabis Company to Trade on NYSE
Trulieve Makes History as First U.S. Cannabis Company to Trade on NYSE
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The New York Stock Exchange has welcomed its first U.S. cannabis company: Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (TRLV).

Researchers Identify Hemp-Derived Material as Promising Plastic Substitute
Researchers Identify Hemp-Derived Material as Promising Plastic Substitute
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“Our work has established CBD-based polycarbonates as sustainable replacements for widely used thermoplastics such as PET.”

New York Enacts First-in-Nation Cannabis Anti-Inversion Law
New York Enacts First-in-Nation Cannabis Anti-Inversion Law
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New enforcement rules signed by the Gov. Hochul aim to protect licensed operators and consumers in New York from untested or misrepresented product.

Robinhood Expands Platform, Opens Trading Access to Cannabis Sector
Robinhood Expands Platform, Opens Trading Access to Cannabis Sector
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Popular technology platform Robinhood expands further with listing of major cannabis MSO's.

Hemp Ban Set to Take Effect: What It Means for the Industry After November 12
Hemp Ban Set to Take Effect: What It Means for the Industry After November 12
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Republican members of Congress push back on Hemp ban set to take effect on November 12.

New Study Reveals What Symptoms Older Adults Would Use Edibles For
New Study Reveals What Symptoms Older Adults Would Use Edibles For
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Researchers gain valuable insight on the motivations and preferences of older adults and cannabis edibles.

Ohio’s New Cannabis Laws and Restrictions Officially Take Effect
Ohio’s New Cannabis Laws and Restrictions Officially Take Effect
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Cannabis regulations passed in Ohio late 2025, take effect in March 2026 ushering in stricter rules.

VER-01 Cannabinoid Drug Wins FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation
VER-01 Cannabinoid Drug Wins FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation
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Promising Phase 3 studies allow VER-01 to gain Breakthrough Therapy Designation status from the FDA.

Attorneys General Launch Legal Fight Against Cannabis Reclassification
Attorneys General Launch Legal Fight Against Cannabis Reclassification
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Lawsuits filed by three Attorneys General challenging the reclassification of marijuana by the Trump Administration.

Cannabis Use in Seniors Linked to Bigger Brains and Better Cognitive Function, Study Shows
Cannabis Use in Seniors Linked to Bigger Brains and Better Cognitive Function, Study Shows
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A recent study by researchers at CU Anschutz found that older adults who use cannabis may have larger brain volumes and better cognitive function than non-users.

The State of Cannabis Advertising After Rescheduling in 2026
The State of Cannabis Advertising After Rescheduling in 2026
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With the rescheduling of medical cannabis, advertising still remains a complicated patchwork for businesses to navigate.

CBN Facing Total Ban in Japan as Government Tightens Rules
CBN Facing Total Ban in Japan as Government Tightens Rules
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Japan cracks down and bans CBN, now on the list of designated drugs. The ban takes effect June 1.

Virginia Passes Legislation for Recreational Cannabis But is Vetoed by Governor
Virginia Passes Legislation for Recreational Cannabis But is Vetoed by Governor
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Despite legislation passing, Virginia's push for recreational cannabis sales is on hold after Governor veto's bill.

After Recent Schedule III Listing, Cannabis Operators Request Urgent Tax Clarity on 280E
After Recent Schedule III Listing, Cannabis Operators Request Urgent Tax Clarity on 280E
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With the recent change in scheduling of medical cannabis, cannabis businesses seek clarity and guidance from the IRS and Treasury Department.

Cope Now Unveils Innovative Telehealth Platform Dedicated to CBD Medical Care
Cope Now Unveils Innovative Telehealth Platform Dedicated to CBD Medical Care
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Cope Now launches as new telehealth service that gives a pathway for patients to access high quality CBD.

THC-Infused Hemp Drinks Set to Hit Target Shelves in Three U.S. States
THC-Infused Hemp Drinks Set to Hit Target Shelves in Three U.S. States
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Retailer Target takes THC-infused hemp drinks and expands sales to Florida, Texas and Illinois after successful pilot program.