On June 16, 2025, Congress forwarded a significant bill to President Donald Trump that includes provisions potentially easing research on cannabis and other Schedule I substances. Representative Morgan Griffith (R-VA) stated that the bill aims to eliminate barriers to scientific inquiry into these substances, which have long been hindered by strict regulations.
In related developments, the House Appropriations Committee clarified that a recently proposed spending bill to ban most consumable hemp-derived products does not affect industrial or non-intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoid products containing minimal levels of THC. This clarification is crucial for businesses involved in the hemp sector, as it allows them to continue operating without fear of regulatory repercussions.
Additionally, Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Representative Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) have jointly urged President Trump to put an end to what they describe as ‘costly marijuana arrests.’ They argue that reducing these arrests would help address inefficiencies within the Department of Government Efficiency, which is tasked with identifying and eliminating waste within government operations.
In Iowa, Governor Kim Reynolds (R) recently vetoed legislation that would have allowed doctors to prescribe psilocybin—a psychedelic substance—once it receives federal approval. Reynolds cited concerns about the readiness of the state’s public health systems and regulatory frameworks to manage such changes.
On the social media front, Facebook and Instagram have reportedly stopped censoring searches related to cannabis, allowing users to access content from cannabis businesses, media outlets, advocacy organizations, and state regulatory agencies more easily.
The Attorney General Alliance hosted a meeting focusing on the regulation of intoxicating hemp products, featuring discussions among current and former officials from Oregon, Florida, California, and Nevada, along with representatives from various business and advocacy groups.
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry (R) played a pivotal role in advocating for legislation that establishes Texas as a leader in psychedelics, securing a $50 million investment to create an ibogaine therapy research consortium.
In Delaware, lawmakers are deliberating a bill that mandates hemp-derived THC beverages to be sold exclusively through the state’s three-tier alcohol distribution system, limiting sales to liquor stores only.
In Alabama, a judge is set to hear a lawsuit demanding that the Medical Cannabis Commission take action to create a patient registry after significant delays in the establishment of the program.
Chris Lindsey of the American Trade Association for Cannabis and Hemp has published an op-ed suggesting that Ohio lawmakers should address the public health issues arising from unregulated hemp products by requiring these items to be sold only at licensed marijuana dispensaries, ensuring compliance with age restrictions and testing standards.
In Vermont, Governor Phil Scott (R) recently signed a bill amending various cannabis regulations, while Maine’s legislature voted to increase the recreational marijuana sales tax from 10% to 14%, concurrently reducing the cannabis excise tax rate by one-third. The Maine Senate also approved the establishment of a Cannabis Advisory Council.
In Florida, House lawmakers are working to revoke the emergency rulemaking powers of cannabis regulators. Meanwhile, California regulators have initiated a recall of marijuana products due to incomplete regulatory compliance testing and misleading labels.
Delaware’s new marijuana regulatory head announced that officials will soon provide a timeline for the launch of recreational marijuana sales. In New York, regulators have released guidance on the tracking and tracing of marijuana products. In New Jersey, regulators threatened to suspend a marijuana business’s license over labor law violations.
The University of Colorado Board of Regents is moving forward with disciplinary actions against a member owning a cannabis dispensary for allegedly attempting to influence Governor Jared Polis (D) to defund an anti-marijuana campaign.
As cannabis legislation continues to evolve across various states, Marijuana Moment is tracking numerous bills related to cannabis, psychedelics, and drug policy. Supporters of the initiative can access an interactive map and detailed reports by contributing to the Marijuana Moment Patreon page.
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