Ohio Attorney General Approves Referendum To Reverse Marijuana And Hemp Restrictions
Ohio’s attorney general has approved a recently resubmitted referendum petition to block parts of a restrictive marijuana and hemp law from going into effect after rejecting an initial version he said was “misleading.” “Having carefully examined this submission, I conclude that the title and summary are fair and truthful statements of the proposed measure,” Attorney […]
California Cops Have To Treat Marijuana In Cars Differently After New Supreme Court Ruling
“To constitute a violation…marijuana in a vehicle must be of a usable quantity, in imminently usable condition, and readily accessible to an occupant.” By Nigel Duara, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. When it comes to impaired driving and the state’s open container law, a rolled and ready […]
Washington Lawmakers Take Up Bill To Legalize Marijuana Home Grow Amid Police Opposition
“I’m a veteran and I cannot see any reason that I can’t grow a few plants in my own house for my personal use.” By Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard After more than a decade of failed attempts, supporters of amending Washington State law to allow for homegrown marijuana are growing frustrated, but not giving […]
Alabama Lawmakers Pass Bill To Increase Penalties For Smoking Marijuana In A Car Where A Child Is Present
“It goes back to the heart of criminalization of marijuana in certain communities. And those are communities that are communities typical of people of color.” By Andrea Tinker, Alabama Reflector The Alabama House of Representatives Thursday passed a bill that prohibits smoking or vaping marijuana in a car with children. HB 72, sponsored by Rep. […]
NRA Joins Marijuana Groups Urging Supreme Court To Overturn Ban On Gun Ownership By Cannabis Consumers As Unconstitutional
The National Rifle Association (NRA)–arguably the most influential gun rights lobbying group in the U.S.—has joined top drug policy reform organizations and other interests in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to declare the federal ban on gun ownership by marijuana consumers unconstitutional. In one of the latest amici briefs to be filed ahead of oral […]
West Virginia Officials Still Haven’t Spent Medical Marijuana Revenue Amid Federal Concerns
“A resolution is coming,” a spokesperson for the state treasurer said of the ongoing issue of unspent cannabis revenue. By Henry Culvyhouse, Mountain State Spotlight This story was originally published by Mountain State Spotlight. Get stories like this delivered to your email inbox once a week; sign up for the free newsletter at https://mountainstatespotlight.org/newsletter. State […]
Missouri Marijuana Businesses Fined For Bringing Clones Across State Lines In Violation Of Rules
“Some licensees believed they were permitted to bring in clones or tissue cultures as well as seeds on an ongoing basis.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent At least seven marijuana cultivation facilities in Missouri have been fined over the last year for breaking what’s known in the industry as the “immaculate conception rule.” Marijuana can’t […]
Ohio Cities Begin Receiving Marijuana Revenue To Support Local Programs And Services
“The people have spoken. I’m proud to see this funding distributed across Ohio and look forward to seeing the ways these funds will benefit local communities.” By David Beasley, The Center Square For cities and towns in Ohio that have allowed recreational marijuana dispensaries, it’s payday time. A 10 percent tax on cannabis products, approved […]
Virginia House And Senate Lawmakers Approve Bills To Legalize Marijuana Sales Under New Pro-Reform Governor
Virginia lawmakers in both the Senate and House of Delegates have advanced a bill to legalize and regulate recreational marijuana sales—one of several cannabis reform proposals under consideration as the 2026 session gets underway. On Friday, the Senate Rehabilitation & Social Services Committee approved an adult-use marijuana market proposal from Sen. Lashrecse Aird (D) on […]
New Hampshire Senators Debate Bill To Legalize Marijuana, With Sponsor Saying Trump’s Rescheduling Move Means State Must Act
New Hampshire senators took up a bill to legalize marijuana in the state on Thursday. The Senate Judiciary Committee did not vote on the legislation, but members heard testimony both in support of and against the measure. If enacted into law, SB485 would allow adults over the age of 21 to legally possess up to […]