Governor Tim Walz and marijuana
The governor will have an influence on federal cannabis policy – so where does he stand? Minnesota Governor Walz has stepped into the national spotlight today to run as the
Public against governor in fight for marijuana legalization in Florida
The battle between the public and the governor over marijuana legalization is getting more and more chaotic, and DeSantis is NOT happy. Florida has a troubled history with marijuan
When it comes to marijuana, Governor DeSantis wants it both ways
When it comes to marijuana legalization – Governor DeSantis wants to have both his way – and convince the majority of people who support legalization to support him on
California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoes bill decriminalizing psychedelics
An attempt to decriminalize psychedelic substances was thwarted after California’s governor vetoed the bill, saying the bill lacked dosing guidelines and other key provisions
Michigan Governor Considers Cannabis Regulatory Agency and Tribal Business Bills
Recently, two cannabis bills were sent to Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s desk, and if passed, they would allow the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) to do business with local Nat
California governor vetoes cannabis cafe bill
California Gov. Gavin Newsom last week vetoed a bill that would have allowed cannabis cafes to offer weed, food and drinks to patrons in licensed establishments reminiscent of the
Kentucky Governor Provides Update to Medical Cannabis Program
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear spoke at a press conference on October 7 and provided an update on the state’s medical cannabis program. “We created the Medical Cannabis Pro
California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering 17 bills related to cannabis and psychedelics
When the California Legislature ended on September 14, more than 17 cannabis or psychedelics bills were sent to California Gov. Gavin Newsom for possible signing. The bills include
Colorado governor sends letter praising Biden administration for progress on cannabis overhaul
Colorado Governor Jared Polis recently sent a letter to President Joe Biden on September 5th regarding the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recommendation to the Dr
Oregon governor rejects cannabis banking law
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek recently rejected a bill that would have created a state public bank task force. The 19-strong team would have examined the pros and cons of a cannabis busin
OLCC official files lawsuit against Oregon governor
Former Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) director Steve Marks headed the agency for nearly a decade but was fired in January. Now Marks is fighting back, claiming Gov. Tina K
Colorado Governor Demands Pardon for Psychedelic Convictions
After his state’s groundbreaking new law legalizing psychedelic drugs, the governor of Colorado wants to go further. Jared Polis, the Democrat who was elected to his second t
Colorado Governor Signs Psychedelics Act
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill into law on May 23 establishing a regulatory framework for psychedelic substances. SB23-290, also called the Natural Medicine Regulation and
Rhode Island Governor Nominates Three Members for Cannabis Regulatory Board
Rhode Island’s governor on Wednesday nominated three people to serve on a regulatory body that will oversee the state’s legal marijuana programs. Gov. Dan McKee, a Demo
Tennessee Governor Signs Bill Regulating Delta-8-THC
While medicinal and adult-use cannabis remain illegal in Tennessee, it’s fairly easy to find hemp-derived delta-8 THC products marketed as psychoactive, including e-cigarette
Washington governor signs bill protecting employees from drug testing for THC
Washington State will soon take action to protect employees from pre-employment drug testing for cannabis in many situations. On May 9, Gov. Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5132, whi
The governor of Washington signs legislation expanding social justice licenses
Washington will add dozens more retail cannabis stores to its existing adult-use market over the next decade after the state’s governor signed into law Monday. The measure, s
Maryland’s governor approves legislation on cannabis reform, abortion protection and gender-affirming treatment
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed six new bills into law on Wednesday, reports CBS News. The bills, a win for social liberals across the state and country, collectively cover safeguar
The governor of New York is launching a campaign urging consumers to buy legal weed
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Tuesday launched a new statewide campaign to encourage consumers to buy cannabis in the state’s regulated recreational marijuana market. New Yor
The governor of New York unveils a plan to crack down on illegal pot shops
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday unveiled new legislation aimed at tackling the state’s hardline illegal cannabis traffickers. The bill, already supported by dozens of