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NJ recreational marijuana bill stalling, but overall prospects still look bright

The probability of an adult-use marijuana bill passing in New Jersey before a June 30 budget deadline reportedly…

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Utah politico asks federal court to throw out challenge to medical cannabis initiative

A high-ranking Utah official is asking a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to keep a medical…

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Arkansas Supreme Court paves way for medical cannabis program launch

The Arkansas Supreme Court cleared the way for the state to launch its medical marijuana program, reversing a…

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Week in Review: Cannabis banking confusion, medical marijuana vs. opioids in NY & MMJ defeat in US Tax Court

Landmark news comes from Canada this week as it becomes the first G-20 nation to legalize recreational cannabis. Read…

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Portugal passes medical cannabis law, opens domestic market

Portugal’s lawmakers approved sweeping changes medical cannabis regulation, opening new opportunities for international and domestic companies.

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Rhode Island budget to boost medical marijuana dispensary fee from $5K to $250K

The Rhode Island General Assembly has approved a state budget that includes a proposal to increase the fee…

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Local control could become an issue if Michigan legalizes recreational cannabis

Will local governments have the power to unilaterally ban marijuana companies if a recreational legalization ballot measure is…

News June 21
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Key advocacy group Marijuana Policy Project confronts leadership, funding challenges

Cannabis companies have benefited significantly from the legislative policy advocacy work of the Marijuana Policy Project. But the…

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Major UK review could lead to medical marijuana legalization

The United Kingdom is embarking on a full review of the medical benefits of cannabis that experts say could…

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Leadership of Drug Enforcement Administration turning over again

The acting head of the Drug Enforcement Administration is stepping down, less than nine months into the position,…

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