Florida Recreational Marijuana Initiative Gathers Over 600,000 Signatures for 2026 Ballot Push

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Proponents of a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at legalizing recreational marijuana use in Florida have announced a significant milestone, submitting more than 600,000 valid petition signatures towards their 2026 ballot effort. According to data updated Tuesday on the state Division of Elections website, the campaign has formally filed 613,206 verified signatures. The…

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Ohio’s Voter-Approved Marijuana Law Faces Legislative Battle Over Implementation Changes

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…

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Missouri Officials Scrutinize Medical Marijuana Purchase Limits Amid Patient Advocacy Backlash

State Regulators Reviewing Medical Cannabis Purchasing Guidelines Missouri state officials responsible for overseeing the burgeoning medical marijuana program are currently undertaking a review of regulations pertaining to the quantities medical patients are permitted to purchase from licensed dispensaries. This internal assessment follows significant expressions of concern from cannabis advocacy organizations across the state, who argue…

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Federal Court Showdown Looms as DEA Judge Blocks Medical Marijuana Research Cultivation

In a move that is escalating a years-long dispute into a potential federal court battle, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) faces a significant legal challenge following a ruling by its Chief Administrative Law Judge, John J. Mulrooney II. Judge Mulrooney recently ruled against MMJ BioPharma Cultivation, a company seeking registration to grow marijuana for federally…

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Florida’s Green Rush Shifts: Medical Marijuana Giants Pivot to Untapped Hemp Market Amidst Regulatory Gaps

Florida’s burgeoning cannabis landscape is witnessing a significant strategic shift, as established players in the state’s regulated medical marijuana sector begin making inroads into the largely unregulated hemp market. This pivot is driven by high barriers to entry in the medical field and the perceived opportunities within the less-restricted hemp space, creating a dynamic and…

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Florida’s Green Shift: Major Marijuana Companies Pivot to Untapped Hemp Market

Florida’s burgeoning cannabis industry is witnessing a significant strategic pivot as major medical marijuana companies, often referred to as multistate operators (MSOs), are increasingly shifting focus towards the state’s less regulated, but rapidly expanding, hemp market. This movement marks a calculated response to high barriers to entry, changing market dynamics, and recent legislative setbacks within…

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Miley Cyrus Claims She Was Blamed for Billy Ray’s On-Set Marijuana Use During Hannah Montana Era

In a candid revelation offering a glimpse into the complex dynamics behind one of Disney Channel’s most successful series, multi-talented artist Miley Cyrus has asserted that she was unjustly held responsible for her father, Billy Ray Cyrus’, marijuana use on the set of “Hannah Montana.” Cyrus shared this personal anecdote during an appearance on a…

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Former Intel Director Nominee Tulsi Gabbard Advocates for Reevaluation of Marijuana Use in Security Clearance Assessments

Evaluating Cannabis Use in Security Clearance: Tulsi Gabbard’s Perspective Evaluating Cannabis Use in Security Clearance: Tulsi Gabbard’s Perspective In the evolving landscape of cannabis legislation and regulation, the intersection of marijuana use and national security has become a topic of significant debate. Recently, Tulsi Gabbard, former Representative from Hawaii and President Donald Trump’s nominee for…

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