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New Jersey lawmakers pass bill to regulate biggest East Coast recreational marijuana market

New Jersey lawmakers on Thursday approved legislation to regulate and launch an adult-use marijuana market next year that’s…

News December 17
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Vermont looking to launch recreational cannabis regulatory board

Vermont is seeking to fill three positions on the board that will regulate the state's recreational cannabis program.

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New California cannabis health-warning label requirement could trigger swell of industry lawsuits

Health warning labels will be required for all cannabis products sold in California starting Jan. 3, a mandate…

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Massachusetts fills two open seats on state Cannabis Control Commission

The main body regulating legal marijuana in Massachusetts is gaining two more members.

News December 16
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Steps cannabis retailers can take to curtail spam telemarketing, avoid legal woes

Unlike mainstream retailers, cannabis retailers can access only a limited number of platforms to communicate with customers. Social…

News December 16
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A dozen retail cannabis licenses could be up for grabs in Arizona

While most adult-use cannabis licenses in Arizona will go to the roughly 120 existing medical marijuana operators in…

News December 14
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How passage of the SAFE Banking Act could impact cannabis businesses

The SAFE Banking Act is nearing the finish line in the U.S. Congress, and many expect it to…

News December 14
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Detroit expected to issue recreational marijuana permits by summer 2021

Regulators in Detroit will finally start accepting applications for recreational marijuana business licenses in January, and the permits…

News December 9
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US House passes bill to expedite, expand medical cannabis research

The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a groundbreaking bill to reduce barriers and expand scientific research…

News December 9
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California cannabis growers seek cheaper mixed-light license fees, saying current cost too high

California mixed-light cannabis growers are asking for a change to licensing fees they say create unsustainable costs for…

News December 9
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