Jared Polis

Authorities are intensifying their investigation into a violent incident in Boulder, Colorado, which has been classified as a “targeted terror attack” by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The attack, which occurred during a pro-Israel demonstration, has raised significant concerns...

Colorado's cannabis industry is facing a steep decline in sales and tax revenue, falling to levels below 2018 figures. Tax collections from marijuana sales peaked at $424 million during the 2020-21 fiscal year but plummeted 41% to $248 million in 2023-24.  Hemp THC Sales Bypass Cannabis...

“Optimism is required if you're going to fight the War on Drugs for over half a century,” reflects Vince Sliwoski in a poignant piece on The Canna Law Blog about Congressman Earl Blumenauer’s impending retirement. As Blumenauer prepares to step down next month, his legacy as one...

Colorado has finalized a comprehensive set of rules for the emerging psilocybin industry, marking a significant milestone in the state’s pioneering journey into legalized psychedelics. This regulatory framework, a product of nearly two years of meticulous planning, sets the stage for...

For consumers, one of the most important determining factors when it comes to buying a new vehicle is often price, which is a trend that is constantly monitored by the electric vehicle sector. One state may have a solution for increased adoption. What Happened: The state of Colorado is considered...

Colorado: Bipartisan Cannabis Bill To Streamline Regulations Heading To Governor  The Colorado General Assembly gave final approval Wednesday to a bipartisan bill aimed at streamlining the state's marijuana regulations. It is now headed to Gov. Jared...

Tuesday's news that the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) will move to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug blew the industry and sent cannabis stocks high in the sky. And, while the move was generally praised by the majority of industry experts some ...

Governor Polis Tackles Cannabis “Chicken And The Egg” Dilemma: Research Stunted By Prohibition Colorado Governor Jared Polis highlighted the challenges in cannabis research due to federal prohibition, describing it as a “chicken and the egg” situation. In a recent interview...

Governors of Colorado, Illinois, New York, New Jersey, Maryland and Louisiana have collectively urged President Biden to reschedule cannabis to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act by year-end. This move, they argue, will align government policy with public opinion, where 88% of Americans...

As we approach the nail-biting NBA finals, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis proposed a “friendly wager” with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, now GOP presidential candidate, which would have a happy ending for Disney…that is if the Denver Nuggets beat the Miami Heat.  The...

Colorado Governor Jared Polis and the Cannabis Business Office (CBO) have launched the Cannabis Business Loan Program for social equity licensed cannabis businesses in the Centennial State. The CBO had teamed up with lender NuProject to finance marijuana companies, which are not...

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis touted the state's cannabis industry as "the best in the nation" in a video his office shared with National Cannabis Industry Association's members last week, reported Westword. Although Polis, governor since 2018, still has ...

Aurora, Colorado residents can now buy cannabis from a vending machine proving they are at least 21 years old. Terrapin Care Station dispensary in the city is the first to offer this new way of purchasing marijuana products — via an Automated Cannabis Experience (ACE...

In April, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis pledged to make the state more cryptocurrency-friendly. On Monday, he took the next step by announcing residents of the state can pay taxes with cryptocurrencies. What Happened: Polis shared the news at Denver Startup Week, a five-day (Sept. 19 to 23) ...

The Colorado Secretary of State’s Office has announced that it received the submission of over 225,000 signatures for the inclusion of Initiative 58 in the next ballot, which represents more than 111% over the campaign’s required signature goal, and therefore sets it within the voting...