Rhode Island Finalizes Regulations for New Cannabis Retail Licenses
Rhode Island’s Cannabis Control Commission has taken a significant step forward by approving new regulations for the state’s recreational marijuana…
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Maryland’s Office of Social Equity to Host Open Houses for Cannabis Licensees
The Maryland Office of Social Equity (OSE) is set to hold a series of Technical Assistance Open Houses aimed at…
Massachusetts Legislators Consider Increasing Cannabis Dispensary Ownership Cap
Massachusetts legislators are currently evaluating eight bills aimed at increasing the ownership cap for cannabis dispensaries and establishments. The proposed…
Minnesota Court Orders Lottery for Adult-Use Cannabis Social Equity Licenses
A Minnesota judge has mandated the state’s cannabis regulators to conduct a lottery to issue business licenses to qualified social…
Massachusetts Advocates Push Back Against Proposed Changes to Cannabis Licensing
In Massachusetts, social equity advocates are pushing back against proposed changes to cannabis licensing laws that could favor larger companies.…
Anne Arundel County Establishes Fund to Support Communities Affected by Past Cannabis Enforcement
Anne Arundel County has launched a new Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund aimed at supporting communities that were significantly impacted…
New York City Cannabis Chief Dasheeda Dawson Resigns Amid Controversy
Dasheeda Dawson, the cannabis chief for New York City, has unexpectedly resigned from her position. Her departure was announced on…
Minnesota to Hold Lotteries for Cannabis Business Licenses in May or June
Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management has announced that lotteries for four types of cannabis licenses may occur in May or…
New York Launches $5 Million Grant Program for Cannabis Social Equity Retailers
New York has introduced a $5 million grant program aimed at aiding startup costs for adult-use cannabis social equity retail…