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2020 election updates, analysis & highlights

Marijuana Business Daily reporters and editors are providing live coverage of the 2020 general election, focusing on legalization ballot…

News November 4
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Voters in NJ, Arizona, three other states legalize potential $2.5 billion-plus marijuana markets

The marijuana industry appeared headed for a clean sweep on Election Day, with voters approving new markets in…

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South Dakota OKs adult-use cannabis after passing medical measure

South Dakota became the first state in the country to legalize medical and adult-use marijuana simultaneously during Tuesday’s…

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Montana becomes 14th state to legalize recreational marijuana

Montana became the 14th state to legalize recreational marijuana, joining New Jersey and Arizona on Tuesday in approving…

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Mississippi voters say yes to medical cannabis legalization

Mississippi on Tuesday became the latest state to legalize medical cannabis during the 2020 election, following in the…

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South Dakota voters back medical marijuana legalization

The third time was a charm for medical marijuana in South Dakota. Residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of…

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4 years after narrow loss, Arizona is 13th state to legalize recreational cannabis

Arizona voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly approved adult-use cannabis legalization, making the state the 13th to legalize the cultivation…

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New Jersey voters legalize a potential billion-dollar adult-use marijuana market

New Jersey voters on Tuesday legalized an adult-use marijuana market that is expected to generate annual sales of…

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Polls suggest good chance of success for state cannabis ballot measures

The outlook for marijuana legalization efforts in five states looks positive as voters head to the polls Tuesday,…

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Federal marijuana reform prospects bright – provided the Senate flips, Biden wins

Tuesday’s general election could have huge implications for federal marijuana reform, but the biggest business impacts hinge on…

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