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Montana just changed its marijuana law. Here’s what you need to know
Max Savage Levenson - Published on May 18, 2021Read moreLegislators added new caps on homegrow and THC potency—and moved locals to the front of the licensing line.
DEA finally ends fed monopoly on schwaggy research-grade cannabis
Bruce Kennedy - Published on May 18, 2021Read moreGoodbye, Mississippi ditch weed. Hello, real-world high-quality cannabis.
It’s official: Alabama legalizes medical marijuana
The Associated Press - Published on May 17, 2021Read moreGov. Kay Ivey signed the bill into law. The first licenses are expected in late 2022.
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Alabama Legislature agrees to legalize medical marijuana
The Associated Press - Published on May 6, 2021Read moreIf Gov. Kay Ivey signs the bill, Alabama will become the latest Deep South state to legalize for patients.
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Did Minnesota’s marijuana legalization parties kill marijuana legalization?
Dave Howard - Published on May 6, 2021Read moreA promising legalization bill is expected to die in the state Senate, which Republicans control thanks to the Legal Marijuana Now Party.
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US to ban Backwoods, Swishers, and other flavored blunt wraps
David Downs - Published on April 30, 2021Read moreTwo-thirds of Black cannabis users hit blunts
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How long will delta-8 remain legal?
Bruce Kennedy - Published on April 27, 2021Read moreDelta-8 is federally legal, and most states don’t prohibit it. But the DEA and state lawmakers may soon catch up to the new craze.
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Pennsylvania cannabis legalization advocates say ‘We’re next’—but it won’t be easy
Bruce Barcott - Published on April 21, 2021Read moreWith neighboring states soon opening stores, Pennsylvania will see jobs and tax dollars drive out of state—unless they legalize.
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New York weed legalization attempts to end chronic racial disparities
Katana Dumont - Published on April 14, 2021Read moreThe legalization of weed in New York is a big deal, but so are the social equity goals of the legislation the state put in place.
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Neighbor states give Illinois $10 million in cannabis taxes every month
Bruce Barcott - Published on April 14, 2021Read moreSurrounded by states that prohibit marijuana, Illinois is more than happy to take their tax money.
