In a recent statement of administration policy, the White House has expressed its opposition to a proposal within the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that seeks to prevent military branches from testing for marijuana as a condition for enlistment or commissioning. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released the statement on Tuesday, highlighting […]
In a recent statement of administration policy, the White House has expressed its opposition to a proposal within the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that seeks to prevent military branches from testing for marijuana as a condition for enlistment or commissioning. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released the statement on Tuesday, highlighting […]
Japan has officially commenced a public comment period for its landmark cannabis reform bill, offering a detailed glimpse into the future of its nascent cannabis industry. Announced on May 30, the government is now accepting input from interested parties on five key measures of the new legislation. Most notably, the preliminary proposals indicate that Japan […]
Japan has officially commenced a public comment period for its landmark cannabis reform bill, offering a detailed glimpse into the future of its nascent cannabis industry. Announced on May 30, the government is now accepting input from interested parties on five key measures of the new legislation. Most notably, the preliminary proposals indicate that Japan […]
In a new Fox News poll, nearly seven in 10 voters, including a majority of Republicans, expressed support for the legalization of marijuana. This survey, released shortly after President Joe Biden’s announcement about rescheduling cannabis, shows 69 percent of registered U.S. voters favor ending marijuana prohibition, with 45 percent “strongly” supporting the reform. The poll […]
In a historic shift, the number of Americans who use marijuana daily or near-daily has surpassed the number who drink that often, according to a new study. This change, over 40 years in the making, reflects the growing mainstream acceptance and legalization of recreational marijuana in nearly half of the U.S. states. An estimated 17.7 […]
The number of older adults hospitalized for cannabis poisoning has tripled since Canada legalized the retail sale of marijuana, according to a study published Monday in JAMA Internal Medicine. The research highlights the increasing calls about cannabis-related side effects, particularly among seniors, following the rapid legalization of the drug in North America. Researchers analyzed over […]
Efforts to legalize marijuana in Hawaii came to a halt on Tuesday as Rep. Kyle Yamashita, chair of the House Finance Committee, announced that the panel would not hear SB 3335, effectively quashing the bill before a legislative deadline. The decision deals a blow to advocates of cannabis legalization in the state, especially after the […]
In a stern address before the Rogers County Commission on Monday, Donnie Anderson, the Director of the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN), underscored the pressing threat posed by illegal marijuana cultivation in the state, labeling it a significant national security concern. Anderson’s visit came as a gesture of gratitude for the collaborative efforts of the […]
Creditors of cannabis giant MedMen Enterprises are gearing up for a critical meeting in the coming weeks, as the company enters bankruptcy proceedings in Canada and places its California retail assets under receivership. This marks a significant downturn for the once-thriving multistate operator, signaling what could be the most notable collapse in the marijuana industry’s […]
