Hank Thompson

With a Master’s in Corporate Law from Georgetown University, I am a retired corporate lawyer who specialized in cannabis brand/company mergers and acquisitions. My thorough understanding of corporate law and strategic insight make my contributions to Green Culture authoritative and informative. I love writing for Green Culture because it allows me to spread my knowledge and stay connected within the cannabis industry. My deep expertise in corporate governance and regulatory issues, combined with my clear, insightful perspective on the evolving cannabis market, makes my articles both engaging and knowledgeable.

Cannabis Market Expansion: Texas and Delaware Lead the Way in Policy Shifts

Cannabis Market Expansion: Texas and Delaware Lead the Way in Policy Shifts In the ever-evolving landscape of cannabis policy, July 2025 brought significant developments across the United States, with states like Texas and Delaware taking prominent steps toward market expansion. These changes, alongside federal updates and ongoing legislative battles, underscore the dynamic nature of the…

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Minnesota Budget Deal Includes Cannabis Tax Hike, New Medical Licenses

Minnesota Budget Deal Includes Cannabis Tax Hike, New Medical Licenses Minnesota state lawmakers have finalized an agreement on the state budget, a deal that includes a significant adjustment to the cannabis excise tax, along with plans to expand the state’s medical cannabis program. The budget’s provisions reflect a continued evolution of Minnesota’s approach to regulated…

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Legacy Cup Cannabis Festival Returns to Minnesota with Killer Mike, Surprising Ticket Prices

Minnesota’s Premier Cannabis Festival, The Legacy Cup, Announces Lineup and Ticket Details The Legacy Cup, a highly anticipated cannabis festival, is set to return to the Surly Brewing Festival Field in Minnesota on September 27. This year’s event promises a day filled with music, art, cannabis culture, and community, all while offering remarkably accessible ticket…

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Phuket Cannabis Crackdown: Seven Cherng Talay Shops Closed Over Regulatory Violations on July 2, 2025

PHUKET, Thailand – Authorities in Phuket conducted a sweeping operation on July 2, 2025, targeting cannabis businesses in the popular Cherng Talay neighborhood. The coordinated enforcement action resulted in the immediate closure of seven retail establishments found to be in significant violation of regulatory guidelines governing Thailand’s evolving cannabis industry. The operation underscores the government’s…

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Regulatory Roadblocks, Tax Hike Threaten New Jersey’s Struggling Cannabis Industry

Nearly five years after New Jersey voters overwhelmingly approved the legalization of adult-use cannabis, the state’s licensed marijuana operators find themselves grappling with significant challenges, many struggling simply to survive. Despite early optimism and inherent market advantages, New Jersey’s cannabis industry remains notably underdeveloped and underperforming, particularly when compared to states like Missouri, which launched…

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Georgia Centralizes Drug Policy: Private Opioid Therapy Banned, State Takes Control

Tbilisi, Georgia — Georgia’s ruling party, Georgian Dream (GD), has enacted sweeping legislative changes that ban private entities from offering opioid replacement therapies and importing or distributing psychotropic drugs. The controversial amendments, passed during an extraordinary session of the GD one-party parliament on July 1-2, transfer the full responsibility for these critical services exclusively to…

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Raw Garden Marks 10 Years with Major California Cannabis Deals and Events for 7/10 Holiday

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Raw Garden, a leading Clean Green-certified cannabis concentrates brand headquartered in California, is embarking on a month-long celebration commemorating its 10th anniversary. As part of these milestone festivities and in recognition of the upcoming 7/10 holiday – a key date for cannabis oil and concentrate enthusiasts – the company has announced a…

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