Connecticut House Leader Backs Cannabis Bill as Linked Firms Face Settlement

[#item_full_content] House Majority Leader Jason Rojas filed testimony strongly supporting HB 5350, a bill that would reduce restrictions in Connecticut’s cannabis industry. Meanwhile, the state Attorney General announced a $416,000 settlement with three cannabis licensees operating under the Crisp Cannabis brand, which had also submitted testimony on the bill. This has raised questions about the influence of politically connected cannabis operators, even as public health data shows rising concerns around youth access and adverse health impacts.  Read More