Minnesota cannabis

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) named the first executive director of the state's new Office of Cannabis Management on Thursday, saying that she “is a proven and effective leader, who will be successful in standing up Minnesota’s new adult-use cannabis market and helping...

In Elk River, Minnesota, the parents of a young girl with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and epilepsy are appealing to her school to allow her to use medical cannabis throughout the school day, reported CBS News. Due to the current rules, nine-year-old Krystal Mattis is not allowed to use her...

In a pivotal ruling, the Minnesota Supreme Court declared that the mere smell of marijuana is not enough justification for police to search a vehicle. According to the Minnesota Reformer, this decision goes back to 2021 when Adam Torgerson was pulled over for a vehicular infraction in...

Minnesota has experienced a notable boost in revenue from the sales of hemp-derived THC products like gummies, edibles, and beverages, accounting for a staggering $6 million in sales. The Department of Revenue disclosed a collection of $594,000 from 571 businesses in July alone. This marked the...

Maryland made headlines this summer, not only for legalizing recreational cannabis use but because its residents collectively spent a whopping $87.43 million on weed in July, the first full month of recreational sales. The Prairie State then followed suit, with cannabis retailers selling...

Minnesota officials unveiled a comprehensive blueprint for the implementation of the state's freshly enacted marijuana law during a recent informational meeting. The session shed light on the labyrinthine process that lies ahead, from the hunt for the state's Office of Cannabis...

The U.S. cannabis landscape is in a dynamic state of change, with policy shifts and legislative updates shaping the industry's future.  California Corrects Cannabis Sales Metrics, Slashes $6B from 2018-2022 Figures California has adjusted its cannabis revenue reporting method, leading to...

It’s been about one week since marijuana officially became legal in Minnesota and the state's Republican party has already begun to stir the pot.  State Senator Glenn Gruenhagen criticized the program on Monday in a Republican Caucus newsletter wherein in he...

Oklahoma Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Cannabis Fee Increase Lawsuit, Industry Fights Against 'Tax Hike' The Oklahoma Supreme Court is currently considering a lawsuit filed by a coalition of cannabis companies who argue that a significant fee increase, implemented in June, is effectively...

Minnesota: Cannabis Dispensary On Tribal Land Already Raided, No One Arrested Tribal lands were the first to launch legal recreational cannabis sales in Minnesota last week. Hours thereafter, law enforcement raided a tobacco store on the White Earth reservation Wednesday evening...

In a groundbreaking move, Minnesota recently legalized recreational marijuana, ushering in a new era for the state.  However, just 48 hours after the law's enactment, a whirlwind of events has highlighted the divergent perceptions and challenges that accompany such a momentous change....

Jesse Ventura, Minnesota's former governor, is eyeing opportunities in the burgeoning cannabis industry. He wants to become a pioneer among prominent American politicians by launching his own marijuana brand, reported Marijuana Moment. "I want to be the first major politician in...

In the face of political and social shifts, “we saw an opportunity to not only catalyze action for cannabis legalization in Minnesota but to ensure that our state's policies would be the most progressive in the nation,” states Leili Fatehi from Minneapolis (MN) cannabis policy...

As Minnesotans count hours before they can posess and consume weed without fear of arrest, Republican state lawmakers are asking for some clarifications and changes in new rules that go into effect Tuesday. What Happened: As many as 20 Republican lawmakers sent a letter to...

Schumer: We're Still Working On Cannabis Banking Bill Lawmakers are still trying to push for the passage of a bipartisan cannabis bill, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Wednesday.  Any action on the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act will postpone for another...