Italy bans legal cannabis and restricts protests with new law
Italy’s Senate has approved a comprehensive security decree that imposes strict regulations on public protests, criminalizes squatting, and bans the…
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North Carolina Governor Stein Supports Cannabis Decriminalization
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein (D) announced his support for cannabis decriminalization during an interview with WRAL News on June…
County Supervisors Cut $1.4 Million from Cannabis Budget
In a recent meeting, the county Board of Supervisors approved a $1.4 million reduction in the cannabis budget for the…
Trump budget plan seeks to repeal medical cannabis protections
The White House has submitted its budget request for the 2026 fiscal year, proposing the repeal of a federal budget…
Czech lawmakers approve cannabis home cultivation and psilocybin use
This week, lawmakers in the Czech Republic advanced a bill aimed at reforming the country’s drug laws, allowing for the…
SBA’s New Policy Excludes Hemp Businesses from Loan Programs
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has reinstated a policy that disqualifies many hemp and marijuana-adjacent businesses from essential federal…
Trump Administration Delays Decision on Cannabis and Gun Rights
The Trump administration has yet to decide whether to appeal an appeals court ruling regarding the federal prohibition on gun…
Pennsylvania Faces Debate on Cannabis Market Regulations
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania state Senate recently rejected a proposal to legalize recreational cannabis, highlighting a growing concern over…
Veterans urge cannabis rescheduling for better access
Veterans returning from military service often face significant challenges, including anxiety, chronic pain, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). After serving…
Maryland launches new funding for cannabis businesses
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced a new round of funding from the Cannabis Business Assistance Fund, aimed at supporting small…