The final stage before the judge makes their decision has been completed in the hearing to reschedule marijuana to Schedule III. And now, we’re also able to see the official documents in the case. Prior to this moment, the hearing was limited to a selected group of media officials and recorders were not allowed in […]
The Tax That Sparked Industry Turmoil In Michigan, a recently enacted excise tax on recreational cannabis is stirring significant controversy, prompting state lawmakers to advocate for its repeal. This tax, perceived by many in the cannabis industry as both excessive and poorly structured, has been linked to the closure of multiple retail cannabis stores across […]
Canadian marijuana producer Aurora Cannabis is under threat of a hostile takeover from the likes of Curaleaf. This began with Curaleaf offering Aurora a deal to be bought out, but its leadership declined to even discuss the deal. Now, Curaleaf is going directly to their shareholders with an offer of $4 a share. The shareholders […]
Why Has Marijuana Use Surpassed Cigarette Smoking? A recent study published by the CDC reveals a significant shift in American substance use: more people now report using marijuana than cigarettes. This change marks a pivotal moment in public health trends and lifestyle choices, reflecting evolving perceptions, regulatory changes, and social acceptance. Marijuana, once stigmatized and […]
Can Cannabis Reduce Nightmares in PTSD Patients? Nightmares are a common and distressing symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), often disrupting sleep and worsening overall mental health. New research has drawn attention to the possibility that certain cannabis-based treatments might help alleviate these nightmares in some patients, offering a potential new avenue for symptom management. […]
Hospital visits for people who exhibit signs of “scromiting” is rising sharply in the United States. Scromiting is a condition that can occur from heavy use of highly potent marijuana where nausea and vomiting become inescapable and uncontrollable. It’s also typically paired with intense abdominal pain. The condition, technically called Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome, rose by […]
On the final day of July, Texas followed through and banned any hemp that contained THC. This includes Delta-8, Delta-10, and THCA. Delta-9, however, is still legal as long as the THC levels don’t cross over 0.3%. Since then, the hemp industry has fought back. Last week two retailers and a distributor went after the […]
After 11 days, the hearings that determine whether or not some marijuana will be rescheduled to Schedule III came to an end in the middle of last month. Now, the transcripts are still being reviewed and the judge has yet to give an opinion. Each side of the case has until August 17th to make […]
The Latest Move to Keep Hemp THC Products Off the Market Senator Rand Paul, a Republican from Kentucky, has introduced an amendment designed to maintain the federal ban on hemp-derived tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products. This comes as lawmakers prepare for a November vote that could determine the regulatory fate of these products nationwide. The amendment seeks […]
What Does the Maryland Court Decision Mean? The Maryland Court of Appeals recently ruled that police officers may conduct a vehicle search if they detect the odor of marijuana and know that one or more of the vehicle’s occupants are underage. This legal interpretation expands the scope of searches permitted under the state’s existing laws […]
