RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina state lawmakers, in conjunction with a newly formed State Advisory Council on Cannabis, are engaged in complex deliberations over potential stricter regulations targeting the state’s burgeoning synthetic hemp and largely unregulated cannabis market. The market, frequently characterized by critics as a “wild west,” has prompted significant legislative attention due to…
Columbus, Ohio – Months after Ohio voters approved the legalization of recreational marijuana, the state legislature remains locked in a debate over implementing the new law, potentially altering key provisions backed by the electorate. In November 2023, Ohioans passed Issue 2, a ballot initiative that legalized adult-use cannabis, permitted home cultivation, and established a framework…
WASHINGTON D.C. – A proposed bill advancing through the U.S. House of Representatives is drawing sharp criticism from within the Republican party, with Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky issuing a dire warning about its potential impact on the burgeoning American hemp industry. According to a report included in the Marijuana Moment newsletter dated July 1,…
BANGKOK – Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health has enacted significant amendments to the nation’s cannabis regulations, introducing stricter controls and mandatory certification requirements that took effect on June 26, 2025. The changes, formally published in the Royal Gazette on June 25, 2025, amend the existing Announcement on Controlled Herbs (Cannabis) B.E. 2565. The revised framework…
HARRISBURG, PA – June 9, 2025 – The Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Monday, June 9, 2025, passed historic legislation aimed at legalizing cannabis for adult use across the Commonwealth. \”The Pennsylvania Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation Act,\” officially designated as House Bill 1234, successfully cleared the chamber with a final vote of 105-98, sending the measure…
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Legislation aimed at establishing a comprehensive medical cannabis program in South Carolina achieved a significant milestone on June 7th, as the South Carolina Medical Cannabis Expansion Act (S.101) successfully cleared a crucial legislative hurdle. The bill received a favorable recommendation from the House Medical, Military, Public, and Municipal Affairs Committee, passing with…
Arizona Takes a Progressive Step Forward in Psychedelic Research and Therapy Arizona Lawmakers Advance Psychedelic Therapy Initiatives Psychedelic therapy is gaining traction across the United States, and Arizona is making significant strides in this evolving landscape. Recently, Arizona lawmakers approved two distinct bills aimed at exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, particularly psilocybin and ibogaine….
The Complexities of Cannabis Banking: Navigating State and Federal Regulations The Complexities of Cannabis Banking: Navigating State and Federal Regulations The financial services access problem faced by the cannabis industry has become a significant issue in U.S. policy debates. As a Senate committee prepares to address the matter next week, a recent report from the…
The 2024 elections marked a turning point in the ongoing evolution of cannabis laws across the United States. As public opinion continues to shift in favor of cannabis legalization, several states placed measures on their ballots, resulting in both advancements and setbacks for the industry. These changes not only impact the cannabis market but also…
