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The Changing Landscape of Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What Patients Should Know

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(MPAA) the states leading voice for patient rights and cannabis policy reform. Unlike other states, Massachusetts has seen its medical program expand even after legalizing recreational cannabis. While patient enrollment peaked in 2020, current levels remain significantly higher than when recreational cannabis became legal in 2018.

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Florida’s Cannabis and Hemp Landscape: Key Regulatory Changes to Watch

Canna Law Blog

New hemp extract rule takes effect Effective March 12, 2025, Floridas updated Hemp Extract Rule (Florida Administrative Rule 5K-4.034) introduces stricter packaging and marketing regulations. Hilary Cassel, also seeks to regulate hemp extract products. Stay tuned for further updates as these legislative efforts progress.

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The Rise of Anti-Legalization Efforts

Veriheal

This policy ensured significant penalties and incarceration for possession, cultivation, and trafficking for anyone found guilty in the U.S. The legalization of weed for adults 21 and over has opened the floodgates, prompting 24 states to establish their own recreational, adult-use laws.

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How Inflation is Affecting Cannabis: Prices, Closures, and the Job Market

Veriheal

states with Adult-Use and recreational cannabis markets generate huge amounts of tax revenue from recreational sales. According to a survey conducted by YouGov , almost 7 out of 10 cannabis consumers plan on spending the same amount, if not more, going forward in 2025. This windfall shows no signs of slowing down either.

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Delaware To Expand Medical Marijuana Access Ahead Of Adult-Use Legalization

Veriheal

In April 2023, Delaware became the 22nd state to legalize recreational cannabis with the passing of HB 1 and HB 2. ” Licenses for recreational dispensaries will begin going out in September of this year, so businesses should be opening in 2025.

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Here Are the Cannabis Wins and Losses From Midterm Elections

Veriheal

In the United States, where cannabis is still illegal under federal law, there are currently 19 states and the District of Columbia that allow the recreational use of marijuana. Of the MMJ states, Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, South Dakota, and North Dakota had recreational cannabis on their ballots this November. . Starting Jan.

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Towns can get reimbursement for opting into Maine’s recreational cannabis market

Cannabis Law Report

The state has introduced a new program to compensate Maine cities and towns for costs they incur when opting to permit recreational, adult-use cannabis businesses. The Office of Cannabis Policy last week announced the launch of an online portal Maine municipalities can use to obtain reimbursement for up to $20,000 of those costs.