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Retailers sue Connecticut over THC limits for hemp products

A new lawsuit targets Connecticut's laws limiting the amount of THC in manufactured hemp products in the state.

News December 2
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US cannabis license numbers decline in Q3 despite rapid growth in emerging markets

The number of active U.S. cannabis business licenses continued to decline through Q3 2024 as established market reductions…

News November 20
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Connecticut’s cannabis sales decline 12% in September

Total cannabis sales in Connecticut dropped 12% in September, according to recently released data.

News October 15
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Premium marijuana brands report steady sales despite shaky economy

Despite economic uncertainty, luxury cannabis products continue to attract discerning consumers seeking premium experiences.

News September 25
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Audit: Connecticut cannabis social equity agency followed ‘questionable practices’

The agency that oversees Connecticut's cannabis social equity funding and license approval is a dysfunctional workplace with no…

News September 24
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Connecticut’s cannabis social equity group gets new executive director

The government body that manages social equity activity for Connecticut’s adult-use cannabis market, has a new executive director.

News August 7
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New Connecticut law restricts THC beverage sales to liquor, cannabis stores

Sales of THC-infused beverages in Connecticut now will be allowed only at state-licensed liquor stores and cannabis retailers.

News July 3
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Connecticut governor pauses state’s marijuana social equity fund for review

Connecticut's governor is halting the distribution of funds from the state's marijuana social equity fund while the program…

News June 11
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A decade later, is Colorado’s regulated marijuana model still a national leader?

Some emerging adult-use marijuana markets are working to improve on the initial weak points of Colorado’s model, such…

News May 31
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Connecticut, Iowa pass new hemp restrictions; low-dose beverages are safe

New restrictions on products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids in Iowa and Connecticut protect low-dose hemp beverages.

News May 22
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