New York Governor Signs Bill To Allow Small Businesses To Sell Marijuana At Farmers’ Markets
The governor of New York has signed legislation clarifying that marijuana microbusinesses can fully participate in cannabis farmers’ markets and pop-up events. Under previous law, microbusiness licensees were only authorized to sell their own products at the events, which are called “Cannabis Showcase Events” under state rules. Now, because of the new measure signed by […]
Puerto Rico Governor Signs Psychedelics Executive Order
“We are moving toward making Puerto Rico a leader in clinical research and opening new opportunities for our patients, researchers, healthcare professionals, and veterans.” By Jack Gorsline, Psychedelic State(s) of America In a significant move aimed at overhauling Puerto Rico’s approach to severe mental health and substance use disorders, Gov. Jenniffer González-Colón (R) signed an […]
North Carolina Governor Pushes Lawmakers To Create A ‘Well-Regulated’ Legal Marijuana Market Instead Of Passing A Limited Hemp Bill
North Carolina’s Democratic governor is calling on the Republican-controlled legislature to legalize and regulate marijuana in a way that “protects kids” while lawmakers this week are considering a bill to restrict hemp THC products. Gov. Josh Stein (D) noted in a social media post on Monday that the House of Representatives is expected to take […]
Delaware Governor Signs Bill To Regulate And Tax Hemp THC Drinks
Delaware’s governor has signed a bill that seeks to regulate hemp-derived THC beverages—including with an age limit, potency restrictions and taxes. Gov. Matt Meyer (D) signed HB 373 from Rep. Debra Heffernan (D) into law last week and announced the action on Tuesday. The legislation as enacted restricts sales of hemp THC drinks to people […]
Wisconsin Governor Pushes Congress To Keep Hemp THC Products Legal
Wisconsin’s governor is pushing congressional lawmakers to take action to “prevent mass disruption of the hemp industry” by stopping the planned federal recriminalization of hemp THC products that’s set to take effect later this year. “Hemp has become an increasingly important tool for agricultural diversification, rural economic development, and value-added manufacturing, creating new opportunities for […]
Iowa Democratic Lieutenant Governor Candidate Defends Marijuana Legalization Plan From Criticism
“The plan is to treat it much like alcohol, limit the marketing, and the advertising and put a framework and structure on it for those people that are already doing it.” By Kadin Luhmann, Iowa Capital Dispatch Dave Muhlbauer, Democratic candidate for Iowa lieutenant governor, defended gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand campaign’s cannabis legalization plan and […]
Vermont Governor Signs Bill To Double Legal Marijuana Possession Limit And Allow Interstate Commerce
Vermont’s governor has signed legislation that will allow adults over the age of 21 to legally possess twice as much marijuana as they could previously, enable interstate cannabis commerce and make other changes to rules for licensed businesses. Gov. Phil Scott (R) on Friday announced that he approved the large-scale cannabis regulatory reform bill, S. […]
Virginia governor announces cannabis plan to pass this month (Newsletter: June 17, 2026)
WA officials: Federal marijuana rescheduling doesn’t apply here; Congressional report calls out FDA on hemp; NC psychedelics Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Before you dig into today’s […]
New Hampshire Governor Vetoes Bill To Allow Medical Marijuana Cultivation In Greenhouses
“I do not support expanding the cultivation of marijuana in our state.” By William Skipworth, New Hampshire Bulletin Gov. Kelly Ayotte (R) quashed a bipartisan effort to make medicinal marijuana more affordable and available in New Hampshire. Senate Bill 468, sponsored by Loudon Republican Sen. Howard Pearl, would allow medicinal marijuana dispensaries to have their […]
Virginia Lawmakers And Governor ‘Have A Deal’ On Bill To Legalize Marijuana Sales This Month
Virginia’s governor and a key lawmaker say they have reached an agreement on a proposal to legalize recreational marijuana sales through budget legislation this month following the veto of a previous proposal to enact the reform. “Throughout this year’s legislative process, my end goal has been to finally set up a safe, well-regulated retail cannabis […]