Financial

Cannabis Legalization

Louisiana Lawmaker Proposes Cannabis Legalization Pilot Program to Boost State Revenue

A Louisiana state lawmaker has introduced a bold new bill that would launch a pilot program to legalize marijuana in select regions—an approach designed to test adult-use legalization while generating new revenue for the state. If passed, this would mark a major turning point for cannabis policy in one of the Deep South’s most conservative …

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Cannabis Retail

Should Alcohol Retailers Control Cannabis Sales?

A recent push by alcohol retailers to become the exclusive legal sellers of marijuana products has sparked new debates over fairness, control, and the future of cannabis retail. As cannabis laws evolve, so do the power struggles behind who gets to profit from legal access. Here’s what it means for consumers, dispensaries, and the future …

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Cannabis Revenue

Pennsylvania Budget Analysts Challenge Governor’s Cannabis Revenue Forecast

A top financial office in Pennsylvania is questioning the revenue estimates presented by Governor Josh Shapiro for his plan to legalize adult-use cannabis in the state, suggesting the figures are overly optimistic and not grounded in realistic timelines. In his 2024-2025 budget proposal, Governor Shapiro outlined a plan to generate $14.8 million from recreational marijuana …

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Inflation & Cannabis Trends

High Prices, Low Supply: How Inflation Is Changing the Way We Buy Cannabis

With grocery bills rising and rent hitting new highs, it’s no surprise that cannabis consumers are feeling the financial pinch. A new poll shows that two out of three marijuana users are spending less on cannabis because of inflation. This shift in behavior is changing the landscape for both consumers and cannabis businesses alike. In this …

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