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Connecticut expands MMJ conditions list

Connecticut’s 11 conditions for medical cannabis are getting some company, as a state legislative committee voted this week…

News February 24
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Former AG Holder wants marijuana rescheduled

Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder, who served in the administration of President Barack Obama, this week came…

News February 24
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Ripple Effects of the FDA’s Stance on CBD Products: Q&A With Attorney Robert Hoban

By John Schroyer When the U.S. Food and Drug Administration stepped in – again – to warn CBD…

News February 24
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After Year of Setbacks, Future of Cannabis Banking More Uncertain Than Ever

By Omar Sacirbey The past year wasn’t a particularly good one for the cannabis industry in one key area:…

News February 23
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USDA Reverses Position on Organic Hemp Certification

Industrial hemp farmers seeking organic certification for their crops should put their efforts on hold, as the U.S.…

News February 22
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Week in Review: Pesticide crackdown in WA, rule change in MA & legalization details in OH

By John Schroyer and Omar Sacirbey Washington State begins cracking down on pesticides, Massachusetts raises its medical cannabis…

News February 19
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Colorado Debates Organic Labels for Marijuana

Colorado lawmakers, worried that some marijuana cultivators may be labeling their products as organic when they don’t qualify…

News February 18
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Arkansas AG approves MMJ measure for signature gathering

Arkansas could join a number of other states this year with new marijuana business opportunities, if backers can…

News February 18
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Scalia’s Death Could Scuttle Anti-Rec Lawsuit

Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia’s untimely death could have a major impact on the cannabis industry.…

News February 18
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WA to Withhold Safety-Related Info on MJ Shops

The Washington State Legislature approved a pair of bills this week that would exempt certain financial information, money-carrier…

News February 17
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