Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Medical Marijuana and Hemp News

Massachusetts Governor Appoints New Cannabis Control Commissioners Following Regulatory Reforms

Explore the recent appointments to the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission, including new Chair Christopher Harding, and the regulatory reforms impa…

Medicinal Cannabis Council Australia Appoints New Chair Amidst Board Composition Discussions

The Medicinal Cannabis Council Australia (MCCA) has appointed Geoff Bloom as its new chair. Learn about the board's composition and ongoing discussions re…

Virginia Governor Vetoes Cannabis Sales Legislation, Hemp Groups See Opportunity for Policy Refinement

Virginia's Governor Spanberger vetoed cannabis sales legislation, prompting hemp industry groups to advocate for a refined regulatory framework. Learn how…

Missouri Cannabis Workers Vote to Unionize After NLRB Rejects Agricultural Worker Exemption Claim

Learn how Missouri medical cannabis workers successfully voted to unionize at a Sinse facility, following a National Labor Relations Board decision reject…

Berks County District Attorney Urges Congress to Maintain Closure of Hemp Loophole

Berks County District Attorney John T. Adams urges Congress to keep the hemp loophole closed, citing public safety concerns from unregulated intoxicating…

US House Approves Funding Bill to Facilitate Medical Cannabis Access for Veterans

The US House has approved a funding bill allowing VA physicians to recommend medical cannabis to veterans in legal states. Learn how this impacts veteran…

Cannabis Dispensary Visibility Declines on AI Platforms Despite Google Search Gains, SOCi Report Finds

A new SOCi report reveals a significant decline in cannabis dispensary visibility on AI search platforms compared to Google. Learn why your local SEO stra…

Louisiana Bill Allowing Medical Cannabis Use for Terminally Ill Patients in Hospitals Advances to Governor

Louisiana lawmakers have approved a bill expanding medical cannabis access for terminally ill patients in hospitals, now awaiting gubernatorial signature.…

New Jersey Assembly Advances Bill Streamlining Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licensing for Adult-Use Sales

A New Jersey Assembly bill streamlines medical cannabis dispensary licensing for adult-use sales, impacting municipalities like Paramus. Learn about the r…

Virginia Governor Vetoes Cannabis Sales Bill Amid Broader Policy Shifts; Hemp Market Integrity Concerns Emerge

Explore recent cannabis and hemp policy developments, including Virginia's vetoed sales bill, California's new licensing rules for medical cannabis busine…