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Feb 20
Medical Cannabis Bill Dies in Wisconsin Legislature

A Republican-led proposal to legalize medical cannabis in the state officially died on Thursday, and although the GOP speaker of the assembly indicated that “there will still be a public hearing to build support for passage next session,” per the Associated Press, that “won’t occur until after the Assembly has adjourned for this year.” Wisconsin […]

Feb 20
Illinois Lawmaker Files Psilocybin Therapy Legalization Bill

An Illinois state senator recently introduced a bill to legalize the supervised therapeutic use of psilocybin, the primary psychedelic compound in magic mushrooms. The legislation, known as the Compassionate Use and Research of Entheogens (CURE) Act, was introduced by Democratic Senator Rachel Ventura earlier this month. If passed, the legislation (Senate Bill 3695) would legalize […]

Feb 20
Aurora Cannabis Announces CFO Transition, Completion of Share Consolidation

New chief financial officer Simona King brings deep financial expertise across corporate, operations and international business units.

Feb 20
Cannabist CEO David Hart on ‘Sweating the Assets’

Cannabis Business Executive has covered New York-based Columbia Care (NEO: CBST) (OTCQX: CBSTF) (FSE: 3LP) many times over the years, including lengthy profiles in late 2021 with co-founder Nicholas Vita,… The post Cannabist CEO David Hart on ‘Sweating the Assets’ appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Feb 19
Thoughts on THCA, Interstate Sales….and Oregon

By Vince Śliwowski, Managing Partner of Harris Sliwoski Friend of the firm Andrew DeWeese published a recent LinkedIn post on Oregon’s outlying stance on THCA the other day, and the priorities of… The post Thoughts on THCA, Interstate Sales….and Oregon appeared first on Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news.

Feb 19
US Senator Says ‘Congress Has Failed’ to Keep Up on Cannabis Reform

Sen. Jacky Rosen said Nevada’s economy and small businesses have benefited from legalization.

Feb 19
New York Cannabis Regulators Approve 109 Adult-Use Licenses

As state officials continue to review nearly 7,000 applications, the Cannabis Control Board’s chair said it’s “been a rocky start to 2024.”

Feb 16
Thrive Cannabis Receives Nevada’s 1st Consumption Lounge License ‘Smoke and Mirrors’

The lounge will feature a cannabis-infused cocktail program, creating a drinking experience where more consumers demand nonalcoholic options.

Feb 16
Ukraine Legalizes Medical Cannabis During Wartime

The legislation, passed by Ukraine’s parliament in December, was signed into law by President Volodymyr Zelensky this week.

Feb 16
New Report: High Entry Barriers to California’s Cannabis Market Impede Oversight, Market Viability

The Cannabis Policy Lab’s licensing and market access report analyses the state’s top challenges and recommends reforms.