featured image courtesy of LightFieldStudios In what feels like a never-ending saga, New York's adult-use cannabis licensing program has once again been halted by the courts. On Thursday, Dec. 14, State Supreme Court Justice Sharon Graf issued a temporary restraining order that prevents the state’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) from processing thousands of pending … [Read more...] about New York Adult-use Cannabis Licensing Halted in Court Again
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New York’s Legal Market Set to Pass $1 Billion in Sales by End of 2024
Photo credit: LittleIvan New York’s legal cannabis market was set up with high expectations when it was legalized in March 2021. State officials promised a robust, equitable marketplace designed to prioritize social justice and economic opportunity for communities most affected by past cannabis prohibitions. However, the market rollout faced significant setbacks, delaying … [Read more...] about New York’s Legal Market Set to Pass $1 Billion in Sales by End of 2024
The Failure of Oregon’s Drug Policy: Decriminalization Alone is Doomed
Photo by LightFieldStudios After three years of decriminalization, Oregon restituted laws earlier this year that again criminalized personal possession of all drugs. Lawmakers are referring to it as a necessary compromise due to overdoses, homelessness, and crime plaguing Oregon, particularly in urban cities such as Portland. Now that drugs are recriminalized, personal … [Read more...] about The Failure of Oregon’s Drug Policy: Decriminalization Alone is Doomed
New York Unveils Key Regulatory Changes
Photo by oneinchpunchphotos New York officials are working to lower the barriers for cannabis operators entering the market and also foster greater diversity across the state's industry. The New York Cannabis Control Board (CCB) recently unveiled a series of regulatory updates aimed at advancing the state’s cannabis market while building equitable access for all … [Read more...] about New York Unveils Key Regulatory Changes
How to Use Cannabis for Holiday Travel Stress Relief
Featured image via gotychevgeniy From crowded airports filled with long lines and flight delays to endless hours on the road, navigating the holiday rush can feel like an obstacle course. There's the added pressure of trying to make everything perfect: catching up with family, managing tight schedules, and making sure everything goes off without a hitch. It’s no wonder that … [Read more...] about How to Use Cannabis for Holiday Travel Stress Relief
