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A Path Forward for Cannabis Freedom in Hungary?
With new leadership in place, do policymakers have an opportunity to reassess Hungary's outdated marijuana laws? The post A Path Forward for Cannabis Freedom in Hungary? appeared first on NORML.
6 days ago
Ohio Judge Temporarily Pauses Hemp Product Ban For Two Businesses
“The judge here is concerned about retailers that have made big investments in inventory, and they can’t move it, they can’t transport it, they can’t sell it.” By Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal A...
6 days ago
Colorado Pushes to Normalize THC Beverages in Bars as Federal Pressure Mounts
Brian Vicente, partner at Vicente LLP, has formed the Colorado THC Beverage Coalition and introduced legislation that would allow hemp-derived THC beverages—up to 10 milligrams per serving—to be sold...
7 days ago
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Preserve State Control as Federal Hemp Crackdown Looms
The bill arrives at a critical moment for the hemp sector. The post Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Preserve State Control as Federal Hemp Crackdown Looms appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
7 days ago
Medical Marijuana Helps People Stop Using Opioids, Sleeping Aids And Other Prescription Drugs, Study Shows
Using medical marijuana appears to help people reduce the use of other medications, including opioids, sleeping aids and antidepressants, according to a new study involving more than 3,500 patients....
7 days ago
Texas Voters Support Legal Medical Marijuana Access But Are Largely Unaware Of The State’s Existing Program, Poll Shows
Texas voters strongly support legalizing medical marijuana yet are largely unaware of their own state’s existing program that provides limited access to cannabis for certain patients, according to a...
7 days ago
Report: Pre-Rolls Become Largest Cannabis Industry Product Category
Pre-rolls were the most-sold product category in the U.S. cannabis industry in 2025, according to a recent Custom Cones USA report, compiled from survey insights and sales data from cannabis...
7 days ago
Massachusetts Cannabis Regulators Pass Cultivation Licensing Freeze
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has voted to implement a four-month moratorium on new cannabis cultivation licenses, Axios reports. The licensing freeze, which starts on June 16,...
7 days ago
States Could Opt Out Of Federal Hemp THC Product Ban Under New Bipartisan Senate Bill
A newly filed bipartisan bill in the U.S. Senate would effectively let states opt out of the federal recriminalization of hemp THC products that is set to be enacted later this year. Hemp derivatives...
7 days ago
Most Americans Say Cannabis Freedom Is Still Out of Reach
For millions of Americans, cannabis freedom is still more of a pipe dream than a reality. The post Most Americans Say Cannabis Freedom Is Still Out of Reach appeared first on NORML.
7 days ago
Louisiana Senate Passes Bill To Create Psychedelic Therapy Pilot Program Funded By Opioid Settlement Dollars
The Louisiana Senate has passed a bill to create a psychedelic-assisted therapy pilot program, using opioid settlement dollars to fund clinical trials aimed at developing alternative treatments such...
7 days ago
Marijuana Is Safer Than McDonald’s French Fries, Cory Booker Says
One of the senators leading the fight to legalize marijuana in Congress joked that the federal government might need to step in and enact restrictions on a more addictive substance: french fries from...
7 days ago
Trump is planning a psychedelics executive order (Newsletter: April 17, 2026)
New bipartisan federal hemp bill soon; VA gov talks marijuana amendments; Cannabis arrest stories requested; “One Plant” cannabis strategy op-ed Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in...
7 days ago
Germany two years after legalisation: What has changed?
The legalisation of cannabis in Germany has led to positive changes in different fields. The black market has shrunk significantly, and the workload of justice has been substantially reduced thanks...
8 days ago
Australia: MCCA: 150 applications received for inaugural CEO role
More than 150 job seekers have applied to lead Medicinal Cannabis Council Australia, with a shortlist expected to be drawn up this week. Read more News in brief: 150 applications for council CEO...
8 days ago
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority will soon begin accepting applications for a $15 million initiative designed to help bridge capital access gaps for recreational cannabis cultivators, manufacturers and testing laboratories.
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority will soon begin accepting applications for a $15 million initiative designed to help bridge capital access gaps for recreational cannabis cultivators,...
8 days ago
Tilray Brands acquires Lyphe Group, expanding UK medical cannabis footprint
Tilray Brands has acquired the Lyphe Group, a UK-based medical cannabis clinic and digital pharmacy platform. In an announcement on April 15, 2026, the company said the move will help to anchor and...
8 days ago
Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS) will hold two 90-minute virtual Public Listening Sessions in May: See The Details
Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS) will hold two 90-minute virtual Public Listening Sessions in May: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Pacific Time, and Friday, May 8, 2026, 11:00am – 12:30pm...
8 days ago
Operational Efficiency Is Driving the Next Phase of Cannabis Growth
What businesses need to do to survive. The post Operational Efficiency Is Driving the Next Phase of Cannabis Growth appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
8 days ago
Bipartisan Bill To Save Hemp Industry From Renewed Federal Criminalization Could Be Filed This Week, Rand Paul Says
A Republican senator said he expects bipartisan legislation to be introduced in Congress this week to avert what he called the “disaster” of the federal recriminalization of hemp THC products that is...
8 days ago