Connecticut Cannabis

Since New York legalized cannabis in 2021, marijuana DUI arrests have fallen by 20%, from 2,225 to 1,771, sparking concerns over the state's monitoring of impaired drivers amid market expansion and 109 new licenses. However, the challenge of accurately detecting marijuana-impaired driving...

Connecticut’s General Law Committee proposed a new bill to regulate the cannabis and hemp industries. The Bill, No. 5150, "An Act Concerning Cannabis And Hemp Regulation," would redefine high-THC hemp products, prohibit certain marijuana product advertising and promotion, and allow some hemp...

Explore the latest in cannabis regulation: ID's ad ban, AR's push for access, MO's expungements, CT's legal battle, and PA's growing support. Idaho Legislators Propose Advertising Ban On Illegal Cannabis Products In a bid to curb the influence of neighboring states where marijuana is legal, Idaho...

Editor’s note: The headline of this story was updated to more accurately reflect the nature of the debate around THC limits in hemp. State Agriculture Departments Across U.S. Urging Congress To Raise THC Limit For Legal Hemp  The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA...

In his latest cannabis sector equity report, senior analyst Pablo Zuanic of Zuanic & Associates offers a detailed examination of the cannabis sector's landscape in the fourth quarter of 2023. The report, “4Q23 Trends in Key States,” offers a crucial insight into the performances...

Connecticut's Record Sales In December Connecticut experienced a record-breaking December in 2023, with combined sales of adult-use cannabis and medical marijuana surpassing $27.5 million. The state reported this marked the highest single-month total since the market opened. The adult-use...

Seven local cannabis businesses in Connecticut have been slammed with lawsuits filed by Attorney General William Tong on Tuesday. The Office of the Attorney General said in a press release that there have been violations of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act in every case, with potential...

Only in Connecticut can you buy cannabis on Christmas and New Year’s Day, but not liquor. You can also place a bet if you’re feeling lucky. “Every year we remind consumers and businesses that, due to Connecticut law, hours for some liquor permittees change during the holidays. If...

Connecticut's cannabis sales figures for October 2023 totaled nearly $25 million, reported the Department of Consumer Protection. Adult-use cannabis contributes over $14.7 million and medical marijuana added over $10.1 million, a testament to continued demand. Product...

Missouri Cannabis Recall Resolved; $13M To Veterans & Public Services The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation removed a recall on 15,000 products due to non-compliance with the METRC tracking system. Some products now meet standards with THC from Missouri's regulated market....

In this week's cannabis sales and taxes update, Rhode Island, Michigan and Connecticut take center stage as the legal cannabis industry undergoes significant transformations. As of the latest available data, these states have witnessed noteworthy developments. See Also: $43B U.S. Cannabis...

In September 2023, cannabis sales figures from various U.S. states offered a compelling snapshot of the evolving landscape of legal cannabis markets. See Also: Cannabis Sales Trends: August 2023 Updates From New Mexico To Colorado Connecticut Connecticut's cannabis market has reported...

Connecticut Cannabis Market Thrives: August Sales Soar To $25 Million The Department of Consumer Protection in Connecticut unveiled new preliminary data, showcasing a robust cannabis market in August 2023, with combined adult-use and medical marijuana sales reaching an impressive $25 million. The...

Banning The Consumption Of Tobacco, Vapes and Cannabis On Public Property Amid Legalization An upcoming proposal in Simsbury, Connecticut, aims to prohibit the consumption of tobacco, vapes and cannabis on public properties like parks, reflecting a broader effort beyond town...

Maryland's recreational cannabis sales, which began in July 2023, surged impressively in just the first month, reaching $87.3 million. According to analysis firm, Zuanic & Associates, this significant growth, although promising, falls slightly short of expectations given the state's...