Sen. Mitch McConnell on Friday promised that a push to ban hemp-derived THC products isn’t over yet.
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Governor: Kentucky medical marijuana sales to launch this fall
The first MMJ dispensary in Kentucky was approved to operate this week, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
How marijuana companies can fight back against 280E tax punishment
Cannabis operators can act now to understand their tax exposure under Internal Revenue Service Code 280E, preserve their refund rights, and make informed decisions with the assistance of qualified professionals.
Debt-saddled marijuana MSO Ayr Wellness to sell off assets, ‘wind down’ operations
The version of Miami-based marijuana multistate operator Ayr Wellness “we know today will cease to exist” after the company sells off its assets to satisfy debt, analysts said Thursday.
Uproar after New York marijuana regulators’ reversal on schools
Shifting guidance on how close a marijuana store can be to a school in New York has led to the $1.5 billion industry’s latest crisis.
Federal hemp THC protections appear safe amid Senate dispute
Farm Bill protections for hemp-derived THC products appear safe amid a Senate Republican standoff.
Oklahoma adult-use marijuana legalization campaign launches next week
Oklahoma marijuana legalization campaign to begin collecting signatures Aug. 1.
Marijuana testing laboratories sue equipment maker alleging fraud
More than two dozens cannabis testing labs have refiled a suit that accuses PerkinElmer/Revvity Health Science of using false promises to sell them testing equipment.
How many legal marijuana stores can New York’s $1.5 billion market support?
New York marijuana sales hit a monthly record as the state approves more retail licenses.
Broad majority of state AGs ask Congress for marijuana banking reform
Forcing cannabis businesses to still deal in all cash creates a public safety concern, top state law enforcement officials told Congress on Thursday.
Mold in cannabis is not a significant public health risk
There’s no significant risk posed by mold in cannabis, with known health problems one in millions.
Renewed Texas hemp THC ban advances with governor’s support
A renewed push to ban intoxicating hemp-derived THC products in Texas – and outlaw an estimated $5.5 billion market, believed to be the nation’s biggest – advanced out of a state Senate committee this week.
