A new economic report projects that Pennsylvania could generate more than $2.1 billion in cannabis tax revenue within five years if the state enacts adult-use marijuana legalization. The findings come as lawmakers continue debating multiple legalization proposals in the state legislature. The analysis, released by the state’s Independent Fiscal Office (IFO), evaluated the potential fiscal …
A new report shows just how powerful legal cannabis has become as a source of public revenue. Since the first state-legal marijuana sales launched in 2014, states have collectively generated nearly $25 billion in cannabis tax revenue, according to data released by the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP). The report covers both recreational and medical marijuana …
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Oregon’s cannabis industry just got a boost in visibility and collaboration. Governor Tina Kotek has signed a new bill into law that allows licensed marijuana businesses to provide trade samples at cannabis industry events—marking a significant shift in how the state supports professional networking, product development, and education in the legal weed sector. Previously, cannabis …
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In a move that has sparked significant pushback from researchers and cannabis advocates, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently promoted the claim that marijuana may be more likely to cause psychosis than methamphetamine. The statement appeared in a DEA publication and presentation titled “Growing Threats,” where the agency highlighted what it believes are emerging …
Nebraska legislators are advancing a controversial bill that would effectively ban most consumable hemp products in the state—including popular items containing delta-8 THC, delta-10, and other hemp-derived cannabinoids. The proposed legislation aims to dramatically restrict the kinds of hemp products legally available to consumers by prohibiting those with any level of psychoactive effects. If passed, …
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A group of Texas military veterans is speaking out against a proposed state bill that would ban hemp-derived THC products, calling on Governor Greg Abbott to veto the legislation. Their message is clear: banning these products would harm patients, especially veterans, who rely on legal hemp to manage pain, PTSD, and other health conditions. The …
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A groundbreaking study from Minnesota health officials has found that medical cannabis can offer significant relief for patients struggling with obstructive sleep apnea—a chronic condition that affects millions of Americans and often goes untreated or poorly managed. The study, conducted through the Minnesota Department of Health’s medical cannabis program, followed patients who were registered to …
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A new federal study highlights key gender differences in how Americans consume cannabis. According to data released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), men are more likely to smoke marijuana, while women tend to prefer edibles, beverages, and topical cannabis products like lotions. The findings are based on results from the …
Legal cannabis reform is paying off in more ways than one. A new study reveals that states with legal marijuana programs are seeing a significant reduction in workers’ compensation claims and prescription drug use among injured workers. Published in the journal Health Economics, the research analyzed data from over 2 million workers’ compensation claims between …
The “entourage effect” has become one of the most talked-about concepts in cannabis culture and marketing. But is it backed by science—or is it just a buzzword? The entourage effect refers to the idea that the various compounds in cannabis—like THC, CBD, terpenes, flavonoids, and minor cannabinoids—work better together than they do in isolation. The …
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