Idaho Medical Marijuana Campaign Has More Than 100,000 Signatures For Legalization Ballot Measure As Deadline Nears
Virginia Marijuana Bill Sponsors Push Back Against Governor’s Proposed Changes
Nebraska Officials Approve Medical Marijuana Rules, Sending Them To Attorney General And Governor
Feds Launch Campaign Warning Against Marijuana-Impaired Driving Ahead Of 4/20
Tennessee Lawmakers Vote To Block Potential State Medical Marijuana Legalization After Federal Rescheduling
Vaporizing Marijuana Reduces Harmful Inhaled Byproducts By 99% Compared To Joint Smoking, New Study Shows
Federally Funded Study Reveals Marijuana Breathalyzer Breakthrough With 3-D Printed Roadside Tool Able To Detect THC
Alcohol And Tobacco Are More Damaging To Users And Society Than Marijuana Is, Government-Funded Study Concludes
High Marijuana Taxes Don’t Effectively Deter Use, Study Shows, Contrary To NYT Editorial Board’s Claim
Legalizing Marijuana For Recreational Or Medical Use Leads To Reductions In Different Types Of Crime, Study Finds
WNBA Offers To End Marijuana Testing For Women’s Basketball Players As Part Of Reported Deal With Union
DEA Promotes Anti-Marijuana PSA Contest Inviting Students To Warn Peers About THC Dangers On 4/20
Largest Entertainment Arena In US Partners With Cannabis Businesses To Sell THC Drinks At Concerts And Live Events
Woody Harrelson Got Kicked Out Of Two Bars For Smoking Marijuana With Matthew McConaughey’s Mom
State Marijuana Regulators Share Tips On How To Stay Safe And Legal Around The Holidays
Target Expands Involvement In Hemp THC Drinks Market With 72 New Licenses In Minnesota
Marijuana Sales Are Rising And Alcohol Is On The Decline As Consumer Preferences Evolve, Government Data In Canada Shows
Feds Deny Snoop Dogg Request To Trademark ‘Smoke Weed Everyday’ Because Marijuana Is Illegal And Song Lyric Is Too Popular
Marijuana Kiosks For Seniors Are Coming To Independent Living Communities Across Arizona
Montana Retailers Have Sold More Than $1 Billion Worth Of Recreational Marijuana Since Legalization Took Effect
Virginia lawmakers push back on governor’s cannabis amendments (Newsletter: April 15, 2026)
Virginia governor wants cannabis bill changes (Newsletter: April 14, 2026)
Texas hemp product ban paused by judge (Newsletter: April 13, 2026)
Trump advisor says someone is “holding up” cannabis rescheduling (Newsletter: April 10, 2026)
Cannabis sales are rising as alcohol declines (Newsletter: April 9, 2026)
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is rolling out a 4/20-themed public education campaign aimed at deterring marijuana-impaired driving around the unofficial cannabis holiday.
The sponsors of Virginia legislation to legalize recreational marijuana sales are forcefully pushing back against Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s (D) suggested amendments—saying they raise “serious concerns about fairness, access and public safety.”
Maryland lawmakers sent Gov. Wes Moore (D) a bill to let firefighters and rescue workers use medical cannabis off duty, with the sponsor saying first responders “should not be punished for seeking legal, medically prescribed relief.”
Tennessee lawmakers sent Gov. Bill Lee (R) legislation to block an automatic review that could have legalized medical cannabis under state law following federal marijuana rescheduling.
The Pennsylvania House Health Committee approved a bill to allow terminally ill patients to use medical cannabis in hospitals, long-term care nursing facilities, assisted living residences and other healthcare facilities.
A new marijuana study found that “vaporization reduced harmful byproducts by up to 99% compared to joint smoke.”
Idaho medical cannabis activists say they have collected more than 100,000 signatures for a legalization initiative they want to place on the November ballot as the petition deadline at the end of this month approaches.
The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission signed off on rules for licensing, businesses and products—sending them to Attorney General Mike Hilgers (R) and Gov. Jim Pillen (R) for final approval.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration promoted a podcast about the “growing dangers of vaping and high-potency cannabis among youth.”
The Government Accountability Office published a report about Department of Justice enforcement of laws related to unauthorized e-cigarettes.
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Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) vetoed legislation to protect people from being charged for possessing illegal drug residue.
The Maine House of Representatives rejected a bill to require testing and tracking of medical cannabis.
A New Jersey law restricting hemp products took effect.
California regulators filed proposed changes to cannabis pesticide testing rules.
Colorado regulators published guidance on marijuana business compliance issues.
Michigan regulators posted guidance about marijuana taxes.
Washington, D.C. regulators are asking a federal court to dismiss a lawsuit challenging their medical cannabis business licensing framework.
Oregon regulators adopted a new state health improvement plan that includes a strategy to “destigmatize psilocybin as a culturally responsive option for healing and wellness.”
The Maryland Cannabis Public Health Advisory Council will meet on Wednesday.
The Nevada Cannabis Advisory Commission’s Scheduling Hemp Subcommittee will meet on Friday.
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British Columbia, Canada’s health minister said it is “disappointing” that the province rolled back its drug decriminalization trial.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A study found that “CBD is well tolerated in individuals with [anorexia nervosa]” and that “indication of better weight recovery and improvement of eating disorder specific symptoms in the CBD group suggest treatment effects of CBD.”
A study found that “adolescent cannabis [criminal legal system]-referred treatment rates decreased overall by 81.6% from 2010 to 2022.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSIS
The Albany Times-Union editorial board is urging New York officials to address health issues related to marijuana use.
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Verano is being sued for allegedly mishandling medical cannabis patients’ private data.
Michigan retailers sold $255.5 million worth of legal marijuana products in March.
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