By the numbers: Marijuana in Massachusetts
Medical Marijuana Program Connection
JANUARY 21, 2023
Massachusetts voters legalized the recreational use of cannabis, or marijuana, for people aged 21 or older in 2016. Since then, Read More
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Report: Legal Marijuana Industry Employs Over 240,000 Full-Time Workers
NORML
FEBRUARY 19, 2020
States adding the greater number of new cannabis-related jobs were Massachusetts (10,266 jobs) and Oklahoma (7,300 jobs). States adding the greater number of new cannabis-related jobs were Massachusetts (10,266 jobs) and Oklahoma (7,300 jobs).
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The most popular cannabis strains in Massachusetts right now
Leafly
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Leafly crunched the numbers to find out the most popular marijuana strains in Massachusetts. The post The most popular cannabis strains in Massachusetts right now appeared first on Leafly. Learn about their effects and read helpful reviews submitted by real consumers.
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Cease Arrests and Incarcerations: NORML Joins Law Enforcement Advocates, Medical Professionals, And Others On Letter
NORML
MARCH 26, 2020
Several localities — including Baltimore; Suffolk County, Massachusetts; Cuyahoga County, Ohio; New Jersey; Los Angeles; and New York City — and the Federal Bureau of Prisons have already begun to release inmates incarcerated for non-violent, drug-related offenses. You can see the full list here. Statements from allies.
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The Week in Weed: August 19, 2022
The Blunt Truth
AUGUST 18, 2022
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. We have the latest on New York dispensary licenses and on a new Massachusetts law. Those previously convicted of marijuana crimes who have business experience will have priority. massachusetts. north dakota.
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The most common reasons people get medical marijuana cards: 2021 edition
The Cannigma
JUNE 30, 2021
But in addition to the 18 states with legal adult-use (as well as medical), there are another 18 states that have fully functioning medical marijuana programs. But in addition to the 18 states with legal adult-use (as well as medical), there are another 18 states that have fully functioning medical marijuana programs.
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Update: Massachusetts Marijuana Establishments Surpass $2 Billion in Gross Sales
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
On eve of Commission’s fourth birthday, Marijuana Establishments surpass $2 billion in gross sales since retail stores opened in Massachusetts; progress continues to achieve industry goals. Over the first year of adult-use sales , from November 2018 to November 2019, 33 Marijuana Retailers generated $393.7
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Proposed Reforms to Local Host Community Agreements in Massachusetts
Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)
MAY 13, 2021
Earlier this week, the Massachusetts Legislature’s Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy held a virtual hearing on nine proposed bills focused on reforming the approval process of host community agreements (“HCAs”) between municipalities and marijuana businesses licensed to operate in those cities and towns.
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Qualifying for a Medical Cannabis Card in Massachusetts
Canna Care Docs
APRIL 8, 2022
If you’re a Massachusetts resident, you’re fortunate enough to live in a state that has legalized both medical and recreational cannabis. What follows is everything you need to know about getting a medical marijuana card in MA. Who qualifies for medical cannabis in Massachusetts? Not sure if you’re eligible?
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First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens In North Dakota This Week
MassRoots
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
After two years of waiting, medical marijuana patients in North Dakota’s largest city will finally have safe, reliable access to medication. Only 120 medical marijuana cards have been issued to patients at this time. This number is expected to increase to 4,000 by 2021. The Botanist in Fargo will be located at 4302 13th Ave.
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Massachusetts Cannabis Now Brings More Money to the State Than Alcohol
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
In another sign of the growing popularity of marijuana, the state of Massachusetts recently passed a milestone: it collects more money in cannabis taxes than it does from taxes on alcohol. Through the state’s current fiscal year, which reached a midpoint in December 2021, Massachusetts collected $51.3 Also, it’s not even close.
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Massachusetts adult-use cannabis: By the numbers
SpeedWeed
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Because Massachusetts has done $2 billion in legal cannabis sales in the last three years. But seriously—shout-out to how far Massachusetts has come. Here’s Massachusetts legal cannabis—by the numbers. Massachusetts’ heavily state-controlled industry wasn’t built in a day. Ah yes, the numbers. Leafly, 2021).
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Understanding Medical Marijuana Laws in the United States
MMJ Recs
OCTOBER 26, 2023
The landscape of medical marijuana laws in the United States is complex and continually evolving. Medical Marijuana Laws USA: A Nationwide Overview Medical marijuana, often referred to as MMJ, is legal in a growing number of states across the United States. Patients can possess up to one ounce of usable marijuana.
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Massachusetts Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Eclipse $2 Billion
SpeedWeed
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Less than three years after the first licensed recreational marijuana retailers began doing business in Massachusetts, regulated cannabis dispensaries have rung up more than $2 billion in adult-use cannabis sales, state officials announced on Wednesday. . million in gross sales. Sales for all of the 2019 calendar year amounted to $444.9
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Corruption in the Legal Cannabis Industry: Temptation Facilitated by Greed and Cannabis Cultivation
Veriheal
JANUARY 20, 2022
A former Massachusetts Mayor, Jasiel Correia, was recently sentenced to six years in federal prison. In exchange for these payoffs, the former Massachusetts mayor would provide a non-opposition letter, which is a requirement to have a cannabis business in a municipality in Massachusetts. Massachusetts, U.S.
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Supreme Court of New Hampshire Weighs in On Reasonable Accommodations for Medical Marijuana Users
The Blunt Truth
JANUARY 20, 2022
On January 14, 2022, the Supreme Court of New Hampshire reversed a trial court decision that dismissed a former employee’s complaint alleging his employer failed to consider whether it could reasonably accommodate his use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. The employer denied the request and ultimately terminated him.
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The Tax Foundation: States Projected to Post Higher Marijuana Revenues in 2021
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 4, 2021
With several states contemplating legalization of recreational marijuana, and federal lawmakers starting the process of federal descheduling , it is a good time to examine the tax implications of legalization. The following table shows the states that levy excise taxes on marijuana. State Marijuana Tax Collections Continue to Grow.
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Hemp-CBD Across State Lines: Massachusetts
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 10, 2019
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Today we turn to Massachusetts.
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How to Get Your Medical Cannabis Card in Massachusetts
Canna Care Docs
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020
Who can apply for a Medical Cannabis Card in Massachusetts? You must be a legal resident of the State of Massachusetts with a valid state ID, be 18 years or older, and be previously diagnosed with a qualifying condition. What does a Medical Cannabis Card include in Massachusetts? Acceptable ID.
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Foley Hoag: Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Issues Draft Guidance on Hemp; Public Comments Accepted Through December 15
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 9, 2021
On November 23, 2021, the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) released Draft Guidance on Hemp (Draft Guidance). Retail establishments may purchase and sell consumer-ready hemp products from MDAR-licensed processors (which includes the licensees with license numbers ending in “P”). Consumer-Ready Hemp Products.
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The Cannabis Regulators Association (CANNRA) Met This Week With Federal Officials To Discuss “Implications Of Federal Legislation”
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 26, 2021
Marijuana Moment picked up on the various conversations. Andrew Brisbo, executive director of the Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency, told Marijuana Moment that the federal officials were “very receptive” during the dialogue and recognized the state regulators as “willing to be good partners in their ongoing conversations.”. “I
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Suit Filed Against Governor Baker to Re-open Recreational Marijuana Businesses
Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)
APRIL 9, 2020
On Tuesday, April 7, 2020, five recreational (adult-use) marijuana companies and one individual, a veteran of the U.S. On Tuesday, April 7, 2020, five recreational (adult-use) marijuana companies and one individual, a veteran of the U.S. Harm to Recreational Marijuana Businesses.
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NuggMD Launches Its Leading Marijuana Telemedicine Service in Michigan
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 18, 2022
uggMD’s video telehealth platform connects state-licensed medical marijuana doctors to their patients for affordable, safe online evaluations. In November 2019 , just before recreational sales began, Michigan had 268,566 medical marijuana patients and 36,392 caregivers.
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Can I Use My Medical Marijuana in States Where It’s Not Legal?
CannaMD
MAY 6, 2020
However, given rapidly evolving – and often complicated – laws surrounding medical marijuana, many patients feel overwhelmed. Is it okay to use legally purchased medical marijuana in states where it’s not legal? Can you use your medical marijuana card in different states? States where recreational marijuana is legal.
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UPDATE: Massachusetts Senate Passes Bill Which Will Make Major Changes to Cannabis Policy in the State
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 22, 2022
Back in February, we blogged about the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy (the “Committee”) releasing a cannabis bill (H. On April 8, the bill (now numbered S. Cannabis and the Law. Foley Hoag LLP. Posted on April 22nd, 2022 by Cloe Pippin. 72) through Committee without any opposition.
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Northeaster University study published by the Massachusetts Cannabis Business Association – Massachusetts municipalities have collected more than $53 million in cannabis “impact” fees
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 14, 2022
Massachusetts municipalities have collected more than $53 million in “impact” fees from cannabis companies since the launch of adult-use sales in 2018, according to a Northeaster University study published by the Massachusetts Cannabis Business Association outlined in a Boston Globe report. Read More at .
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Bingo Time: Rhode Island holds lottery to select 5 medical marijuana dispensaries
Cannabis Law Report
OCTOBER 29, 2021
It’s how Rhode Island handed out five new medical marijuana dispensary licenses, with a lottery. State regulators had vetted the applicants and narrowed the field to 23 finalists for the five compassion center licenses that were ultimately chosen Friday like lottery numbers. A blindfolded staffer picked the winning numbers.
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Hemp CBD Across State Lines: North Dakota
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2020
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Today we turn to North Dakota. California. Connecticut. Georgia.
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Article: Cannabis Legislation: Labor Rights and Equity
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 24, 2022
Since 2017, the number of Americans working with cannabis has grown each year by at least 27%. Considering the Curaleaf Juneteenth action this is probably worth reading… The legal cannabis industry is currently one of the fastest-growing employers in the U.S. Cannabis unions have also secured strong benefits for its members.
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The Kennedy Effect ? “Do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard”
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 10, 2020
A bill to federally legalize marijuana and implement restorative justice policies gained a notable cosponsor on Wednesday: Rep. Reports Marijuana Moment. The congressman signed on to the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, raising the total number of cosponsors to 67.
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69 New York Expected to Legalize in 2019
MassRoots
JANUARY 4, 2019
It’s a gateway drug, and marijuana leads to other drugs and there’s a lot of proof that that’s true,” Governor Cuomo said in February of 2017. But I, as of this date, I am unconvinced on recreational marijuana.”. Legalize Adult Use of Recreational Marijuana,” is also included in his agenda for the first 100 days of 2019.
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Harvard Gazette – Article: It may be increasingly legal, but it doesn’t mean cannabis is safe
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 20, 2022
Arecent CBS News/YouGov survey found that two-thirds of Americans want recreational marijuana use to be legal. Nearly 70 percent of states allow the medical use of cannabis products and a growing number have legalized recreational use. Just published in the Harvard Gazette. BY Clea Simon. Harvard Correspondent. Read full article.
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According To DEA Data Do You Know Which State Grows The Most Illegal Cannabis ?
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
You might think it’s California,but actually it is …… According to recently published DEA data about illegal grows it is Kentucky, where both recreational and medical marijuana are still illegal. million marijuana plants in the state last year. Arizona legalized medical marijuana in 2010. per 100,000 people).
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Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Authored by Allison O’Neil , Brian Devine , Jay Myers | Nov 5, 2019 | Massachusetts. According to a story released by The Boston Globe last night, US Attorney Andrew Lelling has launched a grand jury inquiry related to “Host Community Agreements” for cannabis operations in Massachusetts.
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4Front Ventures Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results and Provides Business Update
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 16, 2021
Massachusetts. The Company received all final approvals to open and operate its third adult-use dispensary in Massachusetts in the Town of Brookline. Systemwide Pro Forma Revenue of $34.4 million compared to $31.4 million in Q1 2021, an increase of 85% year over year and 10% over Q1 2021. PHOENIX, Ariz., million compared to $31.4
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Massachusetts Cannabis Industry Reform
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 6, 2022
Over the past few years, August has become a popular month for cannabis industry reform in Massachusetts. Most recently, the Massachusetts legislature approved a bill, S. Lauren Medeiros Forster. 3096, earlier this week that significantly changed many of the challenges faced by operators in the Commonwealth’s cannabis market for years.
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Legal Adult Cannabis Sales in Massachusetts Surpass Half a Billion Dollars Since Legalization, Raising Approximately $100 Million in Tax Revenue
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 31, 2020
BOSTON — Legal adult cannabis sales in Massachusetts have surpassed half a billion dollars and raised approximately $100 million in cannabis tax revenue since they commenced in November 2018, according to an analysis of state data released Friday by Vicente Sederberg LLP, a national firm specializing in cannabis law and policy.
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Which states allow out-of-state patients to buy medical marijuana?
Veriheal
MARCH 1, 2021
However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. . However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. . Massachusetts. New Hampshire.
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Seyfarth: Supreme Court of New Hampshire Weighs in On Reasonable Accommodations for Medical Marijuana Users
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 20, 2022
On January 14, 2022, the Supreme Court of New Hampshire reversed a trial court decision that dismissed a former employee’s complaint alleging his employer failed to consider whether it could reasonably accommodate his use of marijuana for medicinal purposes. By Jennifer L. Mora on January 20, 2022.
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Marijuana union organizing surging amid pandemic, uptick in labor peace requirements
SpeedWeed
MARCH 5, 2021
Union organizing in the marijuana industry has been on the upswing in the past year amid the coronavirus pandemic, particularly in new and emerging adult-use markets such as Illinois, Massachusetts and New Jersey. More states are mandating “labor peace agreements” that prohibit employers from interfering with labor organizing.
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Study finds cannabis use reaches ‘historic highs’ among college students
The Cannigma
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021
The study also found no increase in marijuana use among high school seniors in recent years, with the percentage of past year use staying around 35%. For example, the annual prevalence of marijuana use was higher in the West (46%) and Northeast (47%), and lowest in the South – 36%.
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Sluggish Bureaucracy Is Blamed for Disappointing Marijuana Tax Revenues in Massachusetts
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 4, 2019
And then there is Massachusetts. Is it possible that fewer people in Massachusetts use cannabis than those in California and Nevada? However, experts say the issue in Massachusetts involves a confluence of creaky bureaucracy and odd dispensary locations. million, according to the Boston Globe. What’s the problem?
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New Jersey Votes to Legalize Recreational Cannabis but Now What?
Canna Care Docs
NOVEMBER 25, 2020
Congratulations to New Jersey residents for voting to pass recreational marijuana! Senate bill S21 , and Assembly Bill A21 are very similar but there are disagreements on the way tax revenue is allocated and the number of licenses issued for new producers. Ready to run out and buy some bud? Hold on one second…it’s not ready yet!
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How telemedicine found its moment during the pandemic
The Cannigma
MARCH 11, 2021
Around the time the United States had its first confirmed case of COVID-19 in late January 2020, Greg Rovner, CEO of the telemedicine app Heally, got nervous. The company was still in a fundraising round, and everything around those first initial days of the pandemic was clouded in total uncertainty. Shutterstock).
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