Best of the Week: May 9
Let’s dive into the top stories shaping the conversation this week. Summaries of each article are listed below.1. Cannabis Legalization Bill Passes in Pennsylvania HouseEarlier this month, the Pennsylvania House…
Lt. Gov. and Weed Farmer Rodgers Pushes a Bill That Would Slash His Costs
[[{"value":"“But they don’t necessarily directly benefit,” Clarkson said this week. “In this case, John will directly benefit from it as an individual craft grower, and that is a little awkward.”Rodgers…
Oklahoma Attorney General office seizes 3 illegal marijuana farms in Cleveland County
[[{"value":"The Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office seized illegal marijuana at three farms in Cleveland County Tuesday. According to a Thursday press release, law enforcement seized almost 65 pounds of processed marijuana and…
Using Medical Marijuana Leads To ‘Significant Improvement’ For Sleep Apnea Patients, Study Conducted By Minnesota Officials Shows
Minnesota officials have released the results a state-funded study showing that medical marijuana provides significant benefits for people struggling with sleep apnea.Unlike many states that have enacted legalization, Minnesota’s Office…
Illegal marijuana operation, “ghost gun” and narcotics seized in Southern Colorado bust
(SAGUACHE COUNTY, Colo.) — The Saguache County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said deputies following leads from a recent theft of hunting equipment led to the dismantling of a large-scale drug dist… (SAGUACHE…
Illegal marijuana operation, “ghost gun” and narcotics seized in Southern Colorado bust
(SAGUACHE COUNTY, Colo.) — The Saguache County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said deputies following leads from a recent theft of hunting equipment led to the dismantling of a large-scale drug dist… (SAGUACHE…
Gov. Kay Ivey signs bill regulating the sale of hemp products
FILE – Gov. Kay Ivey – Photo from Office of Gov. Kay IveyGov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed legislation putting new regulations on gummies, drinks and other products containing cannabinoids…
Gov. Kay Ivey signs bill regulating the sale of hemp products
FILE – Gov. Kay Ivey – Photo from Office of Gov. Kay IveyGov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed legislation putting new regulations on gummies, drinks and other products containing cannabinoids…
‘It will destroy the hemp industry ‘: Birmingham businesses upset over signing of hemp bill
[[ X ]] The signing of the bill that will regulate hemp products will place local businesses that rely on those sales in jeopardy. Read More
Alabama Governor Signs Bill to Regulate THC Products, Ban Smokable Hemp
Alabama Republican Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation on May 14 that will regulate and tax certain hemp-derived THC products while banning others. Sponsored by Rep. Andy Whitt, R-Harvest, House Bill…
Texas medical marijuana rules could change. Here’s how.
Whether it's medical marijuana or hemp, the landscape of cannabis in Texas may soon... Whether it's medical marijuana or hemp, the landscape of cannabis in Texas may soon... Read More
Texas medical marijuana rules could change. Here’s how.
Whether it's medical marijuana or hemp, the landscape of cannabis in Texas may soon... Whether it's medical marijuana or hemp, the landscape of cannabis in Texas may soon... Read More
Alice police seize marijuana plants
Officers said they recovered 24 marijuana plants and 9 pounds of marijuana in jars for distribution.CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — On Monday, the Alice Police Department Narcotics Division executed a search…
11 Kids Hospitalized After Eating Marijuana Edibles at Elementary School: Reports
Eleven students were hospitalized after ingesting marijuana edibles at a Chicago elementary school, authorities said. Eleven students were hospitalized after ingesting marijuana edibles at a Chicago elementary school, authorities said. Read More
Pennsylvania cannabis legalization bill rejected by Senate panel (Newsletter: May 14, 2025)
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State regulators consider new testing program for marijuana products
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ARKANSAS STATE POLICE SEIZE OVER 1,100 POUNDS OF ILLEGAL MARIJUANA IN 1-40 TRAFFIC STOP – Arkansas Department of Public Safety
May 13, 2025 OZARK, Ark. — On Saturday, May 10, 2025, at approximately 10 a.m., Arkansas State Police (ASP) conducted a traffic stop on a tractor-trailer for a traffic violation…
Pa. bill to legalize marijuana at state-run stores nixed by Senate panel before full vote
A marijuana legalization bill backed by Democrats and passed last week by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives will not make it to a vote in the state Senate after a…
Missouri Supreme Court hears two-year lawsuit over marijuana sales tax
Can cities and counties can stack marijuana sales taxes? The Missouri Supreme Court's decision will impact more than 70 areas statewide. Can cities and counties can stack marijuana sales taxes? The…
Medical Marijuana Access May Expand In Texas
Texas Lawmakers have taken up legislation that would expand the state's medical marijuana program Texas Lawmakers have taken up legislation that would expand the state's medical marijuana program Read More
Nebraska Families Who Stand To Benefit From Medical Marijuana Tell Lawmakers To Implement The Will Of The Voters
“None of you are God, and you do not deserve to play God in this anymore.”By Zach Wendling, Nebraska ExaminerAt just seven years old, Teddy Bronson of Omaha has faced…
Washington state sees rise in cannabis training as industry grows
FILE - Marijuana plants are seen at a growing facility in Washington County, N.Y., May 12, 2023. Washington state’s booming cannabis industry drives growth in certificate programs, attracting adults seeking…
‘Cannabis has been life-changing | Texas House bill would expand state’s medical marijuana program
The bill is up for a vote in the House on Monday.AUSTIN, Texas — David Bass served in the Army for 25 years and retired as a major. When he…
Best THC Gummies & Legal Cannabis Edibles (2025): Area 52 Ranked #1 by Oregon Observer
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Undercover operation leads to seizure of over 6K packages of marijuana in Northampton Co.
[[{"value":"NORTHAMPTON CO., Pa. - The Northampton County Drug Task Force recently seized over 6,000 packages of marijuana and over $375,000 from local convenience stores. A media report from the District Attorney's…
Wisconsin Republicans Cut Marijuana Legalization From Governor’s Budget
Republicans in Wisconsin’s legislature cut key provisions from a state budget proposal by Governor Tony Evers (D) on May 8, including plans to legalize and regulate marijuana.The changes came in…
Pennsylvania GOP Senator Says Marijuana Legalization Can Pass In Divided Legislature As Reform Bill Advances Through House
A GOP Pennsylvania senator is backing the push to legalize marijuana in the commonwealth at a critical inflection point as a reform proposal has moved through the House and now…
Cannabis reduces alcohol consumption for heavy drinkers, study shows (Newsletter: May 9, 2025)
Trump pulls anti-marijuana prosecutor; PA legalization debate; WI cannabis proposal gutted; Fed marijuana breathalyzer event; Psychedelics in CongressSubscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the…
Del. senators demand weed czar nominee divest business holdings before vote
[[{"value":" From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! The Delaware Senate is delaying a vote…
Pa. House advances bill legalizing recreational marijuana
[["value":"TOM, JERRY AND LORI. THIS IS FAR FROM THE FINAL SAY ON THIS PARTICULAR PIECE OF LEGISLATION, BUT ITS SUPPORTERS SAY IT WAS AN UNPRECEDENTED STEP IN TRYING TO LEGALIZE,…
Mass. legislators push for more forceful action on intoxicating hemp-derived products
Massachusetts lawmakers session are looking to take hemp-derived intoxicating products — which contain the same active ingredient as cannabis but are not regulated the same way — off shelves in…
Pa. House passes recreational cannabis bill, faces uphill battle in Senate
[[{"value":" From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! Pennsylvania House Democrats passed a sweeping bill…
Pa. lawmakers passed a recreational marijuana bill that would put the state in charge of sales
Supporters of House Bill 1200, said it would create a market for safe, tested and regulated cannabis products. Supporters of House Bill 1200, said it would create a market for safe,…
Nebraska AG voices opposition as legislature’s medical marijuana regulation bill moves ahead
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - After voters overwhelmingly approved medical marijuana last year, Attorney General Mike Hilgers was joined by sheriffs across Nebraska on Wednesday to speak in opposition of a…
Weed control: Here’s how Aiken authorities uncovered 70 pounds of marijuana
Also seized were 2,500 THC-infused gummies and 5,000 THC vape pens. Also seized were 2,500 THC-infused gummies and 5,000 THC vape pens. Read More
Cornbread Hemp becomes 1st hemp brand to partner with Kentucky pro soccer teams
[[{"value":"LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Kentucky's fastest-growing hemp brand is an official partner with Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC for the 2025 season.Cornbread Hemp is the first brand partnership…
Alabama ABC Board gets final approval to take over regulation of gummies, drinks with THC
A bill to regulate, tax, and restrict the sale of consumable products containing psychoactive chemicals derived from hemp won final approval Thursday in the Alabama Legislature.Legislators who sponsored the bill…
What’s in the latest THC crackdown bill? An attempt to clean up, but not eliminate, legal hemp in Texas.
Texas House State Affairs committee passes substituted version of SB 3 in a more relaxed approach to cracking down on hemp industry. Texas House State Affairs committee passes substituted version of…
Vantage Hemp Co. Submits Application for Brazil Market Entry
[[{"value":"Greeley, Colorado, May 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vantage Hemp Co. (“Vantage” or “the Company”), a globally accredited cannabinoid extractor and manufacturer, has initiated its regulatory process with ANVISA, Brazil’s…
Medical cannabis industry organizes against mold testing, plant tracking bills
[[{"value":" The Legislature’s Veterans and Legal Affairs Committee hears testimony on cannabis bills Monday in a fourth-floor hearing room at the Maine State House in Augusta. Joe Phelan/Kennebec Journal AUGUSTA…
Hemp Products Could be Removed from Gas Stations and Convenience Stores in Ohio
The Ohio Senate unanimously passed a bill that would regulate intoxicating hemp and drinkable cannabinoid products. The Ohio Senate unanimously passed a bill that would regulate intoxicating hemp and drinkable cannabinoid products. Read More
5 Things To Know About Tejas Tonic, Austin’s Beloved THC Seltzer Made With Hemp
[[{"value":"Whether you’re “Tejas Sober,” in need of a little self-care, or just looking for a non-alcoholic option for your next get-together, Tejas Tonic has your back. The guilt-free, hemp-based seltzers…
A new high for some, a buzzkill for others as D.C. shutters rogue weed shops
After years of complaints from licensed marijuana dispensary owners, the city is seeking to regulate the cannabis market as never before. After years of complaints from licensed marijuana dispensary owners, the…
Result Manipulation: From THC Inflation to Aspergillus
There’s a perception among cannabis consumers that higher THC content in cannabis products is synonymous with value. Yasha Kahn, co-founder of MCR Labs, explained a recent episode of the Noid…
Lawmaker Scott Slater files bill to ban THC-infused beverages from RI shelves. Here’s why.
One of the chief advocates for legalized cannabis three years ago, Slater said he’s concerned about the THC beverages' safety. One of the chief advocates for legalized cannabis three years ago,…
9 Steps to Winning The War on Cannabis
The cannabis industry is under siege. Here's how we fight back with sustainable strategies, partnerships, and smart advocacy. The cannabis industry is under siege. Here's how we fight back with sustainable…
Kentucky Auditor Says Democrats’ Medical Marijuana Investigation Records Requests Are ‘Intimidation Tactics’
“You could be a thin-skinned public official who shows resistance or expresses outrage when your office is expected to produce records, but it tends to undermine your credibility.”By McKenna Horsley,…
Arizona hemp industry moves to protect unlicensed retailers from criminal penalties
Because the 2018 Farm Bill draws a line between marijuana and lower-THC hemp products, hemp industry representatives say selling hemp products like delta-8 without a license doesn’t violate Arizona’s marijuana…
Arizona hemp industry moves to protect unlicensed retailers from criminal penalties
Because the 2018 Farm Bill draws a line between marijuana and lower-THC hemp products, hemp industry representatives say selling hemp products like delta-8 without a license doesn’t violate Arizona’s marijuana…
Banking on Green
Needham Bank embraces cannabis banking, offering secure, compliant financial services for an underserved, cash-heavy industry. Needham Bank embraces cannabis banking, offering secure, compliant financial services for an underserved, cash-heavy industry. Read More