New Hampshire cannabis

A measure to broaden the authority to recommend medical marijuana to any licensed healthcare provider in New Hampshire with DEA registration was signed by Gov. Chris Sununu (R) into law. SB 357, from Sen. Becky Whitley (D), stipulates that it is legal for physician assistants as well as any state...

A recent poll conducted by the University of New Hampshire reveals strong support among state residents for the legalization of recreational cannabis, despite a legislative impasse that saw a promising bill fall short of becoming law. The poll, covering various state issues, found that 65% of New...

Cannabis legalization could happen in New Hampshire in 2026. That is, if a measure around which House and Senate negotiators agreed on Thursday gets approval from policymakers in both state Senate and House as well as from Governor Chris Sununu (R). Following changes, House Bill 1633 is more in...

Vermont Psychedelics And Harm Reduction Legislation Vermont Governor Phil Scott signed a bill to create a task force for psychedelic-assisted therapy. This group will review research on psilocybin and MDMA, advising on their therapeutic regulation. However, Scott vetoed a measure to establish a...

With cannabis rescheduling being a hot topic these days, let's scroll through the latest regulatory changes in the cannabis space. In fact, if you want to understand what these policy changes mean for the future of the industry, join us at the upcoming Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference. Hear...

The New Hampshire Senate approved recreational cannabis legalization legislation in a 14-9 vote on Thursday. The news comes about a week after a Senate Judiciary Committee passed an amended version of the bill, HB 1633, putting it more in line with Governor Chris Sununu’s (R) requirements. ...

Alaska: House Sends Cannabis Tax Measure To Senate  The Alaska House of Representatives voted Friday in favor of House Bill 119 – a cannabis tax measure, reported Alaska Beacon. The measure was approved in a 36-3 vote.  If the bill passes the Senate and gets...

Colorado: Bipartisan Cannabis Bill To Streamline Regulations Heading To Governor  The Colorado General Assembly gave final approval Wednesday to a bipartisan bill aimed at streamlining the state's marijuana regulations. It is now headed to Gov. Jared...

The New Hampshire House passed a cannabis legalization bill Thursday in a 239-136 vote. The news comes some two months after the House gave its first approval sending the measure to the Finance Committee before returning to the floor for a final vote. Sponsored by Rep. Erica Layon (R),...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has indicated a proactive stance toward establishing a regulatory framework for Cannabidiol (CBD) while continuing to monitor kratom closely. Kimberlee Trzeciak, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Policy, Legislation and International Affairs, announced the agency...

'Cannabis is here,' says GOP sponsor of the bill. 'The question is whether or not we provide an outlet' to buy it safely and legally. The New Hampshire House of Representatives passed a bill legalizing and regulating adult-use marijuana on Thursday, offering a glimmer of hope for supporters after...

In a significant move, the Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) is reviewing the "prohibited conduct rule," known for targeting LGBTQ+ bars, to amend or repeal it. This step, driven by public and activist pushback, marks a push towards more inclusive and fair cannabis...

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission is facing internal challenges, with the recent suspension of two top managers, Cedric Sinclair (Chief Communications Officer) and Justin Shrader (Director of Human Resources). This upheaval follows the suspension of Commission Chair Shannon O'Brien...

Marijuana Decriminalization On May 2024 Ballot In Lubbock, Texas Lawmakers in Lubbock, Texas gave the green light to a resolution that will allow the inclusion of a local marijuana decriminalization initiative on the ballot next spring. This decision comes following the months-long efforts by...

Governor Chris Sununu's (R) last-minute ultimatum on the legalization of cannabis in New Hampshire forced the commission to end its session with no recommendations, leaving the reform proposal for 2024.  What happened: On Monday, the governor’s office...