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December 23, 2025

[#item_full_content] Here, we review the major developments of 2025 impacting the legal cannabis and hemp industries, including state-specific hemp policies, the long-awaited 2024 Farm Bill, and the continuing federal process around cannabis rescheduling. It concludes with what stakeholders should expect as the stage is set for consequential policy activity in 2026. What Happened in 2025 and What’s Next? | Cannabis Science and Technology - Cannabis Industry News, Insights Read More

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What Trump’s marijuana rescheduling order means for Missouri cannabis
by Rebecca Rivas on December 26, 2025
Rescheduling won't allow interstate commerce, federal legalization or an instant federal regulatory takeover. But it will give Missouri marijuana companies some tax relief.
Cannabis reclassification could finally end the industry's financial exile
by Hannah Parker on December 24, 2025
President Trump's executive order to fast-track the reclassification of cannabis offers hope to a $30 billion industry that is ready to move beyond cash.
Sold out! | Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary temporarily closed
by Joseph Garcia on December 23, 2025
Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary temporarily closes
by ABC 36 Digital Staff on December 23, 2025
Kentucky’s first licensed medical marijuana dispensary has temporarily closed after selling out less than two weeks after opening, according to its website.
A new law in Ohio will move hemp products into dispensaries without an exception for THC beverages
by Amanda Pirani on December 22, 2025
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — A bill signed by Gov. Mike DeWine Friday will make big changes to Ohio’s hemp-derived THC industry. The new law calls for intoxicating hemp products,
Marijuana dispensary owner in Maine hails cannabis reclassification
by newscentermaine.com on December 22, 2025
Kentucky’s 1st medical marijuana dispensary pauses operations
by Adi Schanie on December 22, 2025
The Post, a medical marijuana dispensary in Beaver Dam, opened Dec. 13 and drew heavy demand from patients across the state, quickly selling out of all its product.
Up in smoke: Inside New York City's chaotic crackdown on unlicensed weed shops
by Timmy Facciola on December 22, 2025
America's largest city wanted to get rid of illegal weed shops. Then came the SWAT teams.
Michigan marijuana businesses, customers see hazy future with new tax
by Candice Williams on December 22, 2025
Dispensaries, consumers stock up ahead of levy's start Jan. 1 while industry plans to keep up legal fight.
Ohio's hemp, marijuana crackdown to begin after DeWine signs bill
by Jake Zuckerman on December 19, 2025
New legislation adds criminal penalties around marijuana possession and restricts sales of 'intoxicating hemp' products in Ohio.
Ohio Governor Signs Bill To Recriminalize Some Marijuana Activity, Vetoing Provision To Allow THC Drinks For A Year
by Marijuana Moment on December 19, 2025
“The simplest thing, frankly, to do is to stop it right now instead of going until the date in November set by federal law.” By Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed a bill into law Friday that bans intoxicating hemp products and makes various changes to the state’s voter-passed marijuana
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signs intoxicating hemp ban, new marijuana regulations into law
by Megan Henry on December 19, 2025
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed a bill into law Friday that bans intoxicating hemp products and makes various changes to the state's voter-passed marijuana law, including adding criminal charges such as making it illegal to bring legally purchased marijuana from another state back to Ohio.
Trump marijuana rescheduling could cut taxes for California cannabis
by Ray Stern,Ernesto Centeno Araujo on December 19, 2025
Trump’s move to reclassify marijuana may ease IRS tax burdens for California cannabis businesses, but legalization rules remain unchanged.
Pasco marijuana dispensary weighs in on Trump's cannabis reclassification order
by Zander Adams NonStop Local Anchor/Reporter, Mark Rattner NonStop Local Digital Journalist on December 19, 2025
PASCO, Wash. – President Trump signed an executive order today aimed at fast-tracking the reclassification of cannabis. This significant action could pave the way for the Food and Drug Administration
Missouri cannabis industry reacts to presidential order over marijuana reclassification
by Sruthi Ramesh, KOMU 8 Senior Digital Producer on December 19, 2025
The Missouri Cannabis Trade Association and Shangri-La Dispensaries released statements after President Donald Trump issued the executive order on Thursday.
Trump wants to reschedule marijuana: What that means for Michigan
by Adrienne Roberts on December 19, 2025
President Trump signed an executive order to classify marijuana as a less dangerous substance, a move applauded by Michigan's marijuana industry.
President Trump eases marijuana regulations. What does that mean for Texas?
by Eleanor Dearman on December 18, 2025
President Donald Trump on Thursday took executive action to reclassify marijuana to a schedule III drug. Here’s what that means for Texas.
Trump signed order to reclassify marijuana. Is weed legal in Florida now?
by C. A. Bridges on December 18, 2025
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to reclassifiy marijuana to a less-harmful category. Does that mean it's legal in Florida now?
Trump signs executive order fast-tracking reclassification of marijuana to Schedule III
by NorthPennNow on December 18, 2025
Currently, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I substance, alongside drugs like heroin, cocaine and LSD
WATCH: Trump orders reclassification of marijuana, downgrading its drug schedule
by PBS News on December 18, 2025
This change won't legalize recreational use nationwide but may alter regulation and taxation.
What does Trump's latest cannabis order mean for consumers?
by Diana Jones on December 18, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump said he will direct the U.S. Department of Justice to reclassify cannabis as a less dangerous drug. Here’s a look at what that would mean for people shopping at dispensaries across the country.
Trump signs executive order reclassifying cannabis
by Xavier Walton on December 18, 2025
The move puts marijuana in the same class as some prescription pain medications.
NJ-CRC Notes THC Inflation/Mold Issues, Fines Companies
by Dan Ulloa on December 17, 2025
The NJ-CRC reviewed data showing fishy THC inflation and mold issues, and they fined several companies for other violations.
Trump expected to sign executive order reclassifying marijuana, easing restrictions on the drug
by Reuters Staff on December 17, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Thursday reclassifying marijuana to ease federal restrictions, according to CNN, which cited a source familiar with the planning and a senior White House official.
Red Lake Nation opening cannabis dispensaries in Thief River Falls, West St. Paul
by Kim Hyatt on December 16, 2025
The tribe is the sixth in Minnesota to sign a compact agreement with the state to allow off-reservation sales.
What Trump's reclassification of pot and CBD could mean for seniors, research and stocks
by Luke Fountain on December 16, 2025
Reclassification to a Schedule III drug and possible Medicare coverage for pot could unlock new investment from pharmaceutical companies.
The rush is on to open marijuana dispensaries in Minnesota
by Nick Halter on December 16, 2025
With more than 1,000 businesses seeking legal marijuana licenses, concern grows for oversaturation.
Some dispensaries unexcited by potential marijuana reclassification, call for legalization
by Gold Meadows & KVAL.com Staff on December 16, 2025
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration could soon reclassify cannabis -- moving it from a Schedule I drug like heroin and LSD to a Schedule III drug, meaning
Kentucky's first medical marijuana dispensary opens
by Margaret Jackson on December 15, 2025
Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary opened nearly a year after the first patients received MMJ cards.
First licensed medical marijuana dispensary opens in Kentucky
by Matthew Dietz on December 15, 2025
Two years after Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear signed a bill to legalize medical cannabis, the state’s first licensed dispensary opened over the weekend.

You Thought CBD Was for Boomers. College Students Are Using It to Survive School.
by Javier Hasse on December 26, 2025 at 2:03 pm
Nearly half of college students say they’ve tried CBD, often for anxiety, stress and sleep, according to the largest survey of its kind. The post You Thought CBD Was for Boomers. College Students Are Using It to Survive School. first appeared on High Times.
High Times Greats: A Christmas Story – Which Real Meaning?
by High Times on December 25, 2025 at 5:07 pm
Could Christmas be related to the great mushroom, Amanita muscaria? The post High Times Greats: A Christmas Story – Which Real Meaning? first appeared on High Times.
A Christmas Carol by Truman Capote, as told to Andy Warhol
by High Times on December 25, 2025 at 5:06 pm
Two pop-culture icons discuss what they want for Christmas in the December, 1978 issue of High Times. The post A Christmas Carol by Truman Capote, as told to Andy Warhol first appeared on High Times.
The U.S. Military Is Funding MDMA-Assisted Therapy Research for PTSD (For Real)
by High Times on December 24, 2025 at 8:33 pm
A Department of Defense (DoD)-funded clinical trial will study MDMA-assisted therapy paired with Massed Prolonged Exposure for PTSD in active-duty service members. The post The U.S. Military Is Funding MDMA-Assisted Therapy Research for PTSD (For Real) first appeared on High Times.
Even the Feds Say Teen Marijuana Use Is Declining
by Javier Hasse on December 24, 2025 at 5:04 pm
Even as adult legalization expands. The post Even the Feds Say Teen Marijuana Use Is Declining first appeared on High Times.
How the Cannabis Lobby Finally Got Trump to Budge
by Javier Hasse on December 24, 2025 at 4:48 pm
A year of pressure, polling, persistence and uncomfortable progress. The post How the Cannabis Lobby Finally Got Trump to Budge first appeared on High Times.
Trump Wants Marijuana Rescheduling Done Fast — Possibly by January
by Javier Hasse on December 24, 2025 at 3:20 pm
An executive order urges the Justice Department to move quickly, though a January deadline has not been publicly confirmed. The post Trump Wants Marijuana Rescheduling Done Fast — Possibly by January first appeared on High Times.
The Cannabis Justice Crisis Still Haunting 2025: Parker Coleman’s 60-Year Sentence Is a National Shame
by Bill Levers on December 24, 2025 at 2:42 pm
As legalization expands and profits soar, a nonviolent cannabis conviction still keeps Parker Coleman behind bars for decades. The post The Cannabis Justice Crisis Still Haunting 2025: Parker Coleman’s 60-Year Sentence Is a National Shame first appeared on High Times.
Adventures with Santa: Puff, Puff, Pass with Josh Kesselman
by Sharon Letts on December 24, 2025 at 2:34 pm
Santa pays a Christmas Eve visit to RAW founder and High Times publisher Josh Kesselman for plant medicine, animal blessings, and desert magic. The post Adventures with Santa: Puff, Puff, Pass with Josh Kesselman first appeared on High Times.
After the Green Rush: The Sungrown Holdouts of Northern California
by Jackie Bryant on December 23, 2025 at 8:44 pm
Legacy farmers in Humboldt, Mendocino, and Trinity are trading scale for trust, paperwork for cooperation, and high THC for terroir. The post After the Green Rush: The Sungrown Holdouts of Northern California first appeared on High Times.

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Biotech, cannabis, housing, ag all made business headlines in 2025
by Tony Biasotti on December 26, 2025
In The Star's annual year in review, the county's biggest business stories included housing proposals and the aftermath of a major immigration raid.
Sacramento cannabis advocate opens city's first STIIIZY dispensary after 9-year journey
by Melanie Nguyen on December 26, 2025
Malaki Amen opened Sacramento's first STIIIZY dispensary after nine years, one of four Black-owned cannabis shops in the city.
Floridians deserve access to safe, affordable cannabis
by @tdonline on December 26, 2025
Barriers to cannabis use still exist across employment policies, housing law, family law, and healthcare policy.
Marijuana rescheduling would bring some immediate changes, but others will take time
by Bill Chappell on December 26, 2025
President Trump set the process in motion to ease federal restrictions on marijuana. But his order doesn't automatically revoke laws targeting marijuana, which remains illegal to transport over state lines.
What Trump’s marijuana rescheduling order means for Missouri cannabis
by Rebecca Rivas on December 26, 2025
Rescheduling won't allow interstate commerce, federal legalization or an instant federal regulatory takeover. But it will give Missouri marijuana companies some tax relief.
Trump Shifts Cannabis to Different Drug Category
by Vince Conti on December 26, 2025
Executive order directs federal agencies to expedite a reclassification of cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug.
Village homes, a casino and under the M1
by bbc.com on December 26, 2025
In the past 12 months one police force finds 88 cannabis farms some in increasingly unusual places.
Medical Cannabis Hype Hits a Wall as Researchers Reveal Big Evidence Gaps
by Mike O'Neill on December 25, 2025
A major review finds medical cannabis is far less proven and potentially riskier than many people believe.

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