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Nebraska: Attorney General Continues To Push Back Against Adoption of Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law

NORML

"In a healthy democracy, those with competing visions on public policy vie for voters support and abide by their voting decisions. However, it is becoming clear that those who oppose marijuana policy reform would rather take voters out of the equation altogether." The post Nebraska: Attorney General Continues To Push Back Against Adoption of Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law appeared first on NORML.

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ASA's Emergency National Town Hall Debrief

Americans for Safe Access

Thank you to the 200+ folks who joined us last night! For everyone else, here is the recap: In the meeting, we discussed ASA's ZERO tolerance policy on Federal interference in the medical cannabis programs. The CJS amendment means that the states, territories, or the District of Columbia, handle any matters surrounding medical cannabis operators,patients, and caregivers PERIOD.

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Buyer Beware: Five Key Due Diligence Items When Buying a Cannabis Business

Canna Law Blog

Know the red flags and find them. Our cannabis business attorneys regularly handle transactions involving the purchase and sale of licensed cannabis businesses. These deals often move fast, with brokers rushing both sides toward closingfrequently without regard for applicable diligence and cannabis regulations. The worst-case scenario is when a company comes to us after executing a seller drafted purchase agreement without having done any due diligence on the purchase.

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Changes to cannabis occupation tax rate start July 1

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Revenue today posted a notice for all dispensaries engaged in the business of selling adult use cannabis at retail in taxing jurisdictions that have enacted Municipal or County Cannabis Retailers Occupation Taxes. Effective July 1, 2025, certain taxing jurisdictions have, by ordinance, imposed or changed their Municipal or County Cannabis Retailers Occupation Tax on the gross receipts from sales of adult use cannabis.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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4/20 Is Over, Our Fight Continues

NORML

Every day, we work to advance our cause. We stand up for you the responsible cannabis consumer. The post 4/20 Is Over, Our Fight Continues appeared first on NORML.

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Why Cannabis LLCs Need Operating Agreements

Canna Law Blog

Cannabis businesses are usually structured as limited liability companies (LLCs)and for good reason. LLCs offer far more flexibility than corporations, which are bound by rigid governance rules. To take advantage of this flexibility (and for many other reasons), LLC ownerscalled members need a well-drafted operating agreement. Below, we look at a few critical reasons why cannabis LLCs shouldn’t operate without one.

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New medical cannabis patient online portal ready for use

Illinois News Joint

The Division of Cannabis Regulation sent out emails today to those in the Medical Cannabis Patient Program and Opioid Alternative Patient Program stating that new online registration portal is now ready for use. According to the email, moving to this new system requires you to create a new login and password for your account. If you have not already done so, please click on the How To Guides link for a video and other information on how to set up your account.

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Recovery Happens: NORML Advisory Board Member Zeke Thomas on Finding Healing Through Cannabis and Why It’s Time To Talk About It

NORML

"Cannabis is a natural recovery tool for trauma," Zeke says. The post Recovery Happens: NORML Advisory Board Member Zeke Thomas on Finding Healing Through Cannabis and Why Its Time To Talk About It appeared first on NORML.

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Feds More Open To Medical Marijuiana For Veterans

The Fresh Toast

Feds More Open To Medical Marijuiana For Veterans Feds more open to medical marijuana for veterans - mirroring the public and overall medical community. The post Feds More Open To Medical Marijuiana For Veterans appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis Taxation: C Corp, S Corp, LLC, LLP, Partnership, Nonprofit, or Something Else for Your Cannabis Business?

Canna Law Blog

Choosing the Right Business Entity in the Cannabis Industry One of the most fundamental questions facing any entrepreneur – whether in the cannabis industry or elsewhere – is: What type of business entity should I choose? This is a deceptively complex question, although well try to make it seem simple here. When you ask your lawyer or accountant, their first response will likely be it depends, and thats because it does in fact depend.

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Review: Thorny Berry Live Rosin CBN Gummies by Lost Farm

Illinois News Joint

Sometimes, a product just has my number. Lost Farms Thorny Berry Live Rosin CBN Gummies got me on two counts: my love for solventless edibles and my long-standing problems with sleep. Lost Farm Thorny Berry Live Rosin CBN gummies come as a 10 pack of gummies with 10mg of live rosin derived THC and 10mg of hemp derived CBN per piece. The ingredients were tapioca syrup, sugar, water, pectin, natural flavors, citric acid, cannabis extract, CBN isolate, sodium citrate, spirulina extract, fruit &

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Lunch & Learn Episode 8: Emergency Town Hall ReBroadcast

Americans for Safe Access

On April 29th, ASA held an emergency town hall to discuss the significance of a letter and press release issued by the U.S. Attorney for the District.

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Miami’s Top Dispensaries for First-Time Marijuana Patients

LifeCannMD

#image_title First-time Medical Marijuana patient in Miami? Did you just receive your Florida medical marijuana card? Did you know that Florida residents can purchase THC marijuana directly after their LifeCannMD appointment. LifeCannMD makes it easier than ever since we do much of the legwork for you. Once you have been evaluated by Dr. Fernando Fandio-Sende , our LifeCannMD team will assist you with every step of the registration process to register with the Medical Marijuana Use Registry.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: May 2025 horoscopes

Leafly

Welcome to May, Stargazers! Read this month's horoscope and discover the strain that best matches this month's movements. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: May 2025 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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Review: Dragonfruit LOL CBC Gummies by BITS

Illinois News Joint

While THC still gets most of the attention, minor cannabinoids are starting to receive the focus they deserve, especially with edibles. Verano edible spin off, BITS , has built an entire line of gummies using secondary cannabinoids, such as CBG and CBC, to steer the effect profiles. I recently picked up a bag of the Dragonfruit LOL CBC gummies to review.

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LOVE BUD AZ: Your Ultimate New Cannabis Delivery and Social App Powered by Kind Meds

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

At Kind Meds, we are always looking for new ways to make your cannabis experience easier, smoother, and more enjoyable. That is why we are proud to introduce our newest delivery partner: LOVE BUD AZ, a game-changing app that redefines how Arizona cannabis users shop, connect, and get their favorite products delivered right to their door. In this guide, we will break down everything you need to know about the LOVE BUD AZ app, how it works, why it is different, and how you can use it to get exclus

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Gelato #420 Feminized Grow Report

Sensi Seeds

Follow our grow of Gelato #420 Feminized by White Label. This strain was exactly what wed expected based on its genetics but that doesnt mean we werent impressed. Our plant was fairly short, lanky, nearly odourless, and quite productive, yielding 92 grams. This is one of the most-hassle-free strains weve come across and its sure to be a winner for any grower.

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How to Prevent Marijuana Paranoia

CannaMD

‘Marijuana causes paranoia and psychosis. That fact is now beyond dispute.’ This dire (if entirely inaccurate!) warning comes from Alex Berenson, author of Tell Your Children: The Truth About Marijuana, Mental Illness and Violence.

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Review: Morning Dew by FloraCal

Illinois News Joint

In the last five years, I have reviewed, sampled, and/or grown more than 100 sativa strains searching for my favorite effects, what I call Work Sativa. The criteria: high-energy, motivating, strong but focused cerebral high (that battles my ADD), relaxing body buzz, and minimal end-of-buzz crash. FloraCal recently released Morning Dew, which sounded like a Work Sativa candidate, so I picked up an eighth from Sunnyside Champaign to review.

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Oregon’s Ballot Measure 119: Time’s Almost Up?

Canna Law Blog

Hopefully this is the penultimate time Ill write about Ballot Measure 119. Hopefully, some three weeks from now, Ill publish one last post explaining that this landgrab initiative was annihilated, judicially speaking. The recent Federal Court hearing On April 29 th , Judge Michael H. Simon heard arguments from the UFCW 555 and the Oregon Department of Justice, on the one hand, and two OLCC licensees, on the other, as to why BM 119 must or mustnt stand.

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Raspberry Critical Kush Feminized Grow Report

Sensi Seeds

This time, were going over our grow of Raspberry Critical Kush Feminized; a 70% indica created in collaboration with the team at Champelli. This medium-height, fast-flowering strain surpassed even our most ambitious expectations when it came time to harvest. While the plant needed a little extra help along the way, the results speak for themselves. The post Raspberry Critical Kush Feminized Grow Report appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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News Joint Scholarship Fundraiser invites all Texas Hold ‘em players

Illinois News Joint

News Joint Events invites all players of Texas Hold em to join the News Joint Scholarship Fundraiser, which supports students attending or wanting to attend Southern Illinois University Carbondale and Oakton College cannabis programs. The inaugural News Joint Scholarship Texas Hold em poker tournament is scheduled for 11 a.m.-8 p.m. May 17 at Emerald Dispensary and Lounge.

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How Tariffs Will Play a Role in the Cannabis Industry

Medical Marijuana Pages

Keeping an eye on how tariffs will affect a cannabis business is no longer optional in the world of global economics. Learn how tariffs are playing a role.

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Green Flash: Delivering Boston’s cannabis future

Leafly

Green Flash Delivery is redefining convenience, quality & community in the Boston weed scene. Learn more about this Roxbury-born brand. The post Green Flash: Delivering Bostons cannabis future appeared first on Leafly.

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Tourism and Gambling: Attracting Global Tourists With Unique Casino Offerings

The Joint Blog

Plunge into the evolving world of casino tourism, where gaming meets luxury entertainment and cultural experiences shape billion-dollar destinations.

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Review: GMO Rootbeer by Kaviar

Illinois News Joint

Ive always been a fan of the classics. Old standby strains always grab my attention when spotted on a menu. Kaviar GMO Rootbeer instantly stood out by blending the old with something new. During a recent stop at Consume Marion , I picked up an eighth of Kaviar GMO Rootbeer to review. GMO Rootbeer is a hybrid cross of GMO and Root Beer. This batch of flower tested at 1.935% THC, 36.436% THCa, and 40.584% total cannabinoids.

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How Long Does It Take for CBD To Work for Sleep?

Medical Marijuana Pages

Not sure when to take CBD before bed? Find out how long it takes for CBD to enter your system to determine what method will work best for you.

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Project 50:Celebrating the Beginning of the Medical Cannabis Movement

Americans for Safe Access

People are always amazed when I tell them I have been in the medical cannabis issue for almost 50 years. In August 1975, my late husband, Robert Randall, and I were busted for marijuana cultivation and possession. Thankfully, it was only a misdemeanor charge. We could have paid a fine and been done with it. But there was a complication. Robert had glaucoma, and cannabis was saving his sight.

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Luxury Event Venues: How to Create High-End Experiences for Guests

The Joint Blog

From custom scenting to RFID recognition, discover how elite venues craft unforgettable experiences that transform events into masterpieces.

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