Congressional Committee Launches Investigation Into FDA’s Decision Not To Regulate CBD

A Republican congressional committee chairman is demanding that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) turn over documents relating to the agency’s decision not to regulate CBD products. Rep. James Comer (R-KY), chair of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee, sent a letter to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf on Monday, announcing an investigation into the agency’s […]

April 20 Sales Poised To Increase Significantly in 2023

According to cannabis data company BDSA analyst Brendan Mitchel-Chesebro, looming inflation across the U.S. has not negatively affected the cannabis industry. “While inflation has been an issue over the past year, legal cannabis markets have seen significant price compression since late 2021,” Mitchel-Chesebro said. “BDSA retail sales tracking data show that equivalent average retail prices […]

Groups Condemn Conviction of Journalists in Nigeria Over Report on Pot Use at Politicians Factory

Two organizations condemned the convictions of two journalists in Nigeria who were arrested in 2019 after they exposed pot smoking at a business associated with a high-ranking politician. While Nigeria is the world’s third-highest consumer of cannabis, according to the New Zealand Ministry of Health, the plant is illegal in the country. Some view it […]

Connecticut Bill Would Allow State Tax Deductions for Cannabis Businesses

A bill pending before Connecticut state lawmakers would allow businesses in the state’s nascent cannabis industry to take tax deductions commonly enjoyed by firms in other industries. If passed by the legislature and signed into law, the legislation is projected to save businesses in the cannabis industry $4.7 million in the fiscal year starting July […]

MN legal cannabis bill hits House floor (Newsletter: April 18, 2023)

280E in Congress; WA psilocybin to gov; CO online marijuana ordering approved; PA safe consumption; NJ’s Curaleaf reversal; NM gov drug reform vetoes Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment […]

Cannabis retailers extending 4/20 promotions from 1 day to up to a month

Every year on 4/20, cannabis retailers across the U.S. gear up to celebrate the unofficial April 20 marijuana holiday with promotions, deals and in-store events aimed at attracting new customers and keeping the ones they have. While this year is no exception – coming three years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic – many […]

Discover the Esco Bar H2O Series

Explore the impressive Esco Bar H2O series, featuring an array of unique, water-inspired flavors. Immerse yourself in the refreshing taste of these disposable vapes and find your new favorite. Explore the impressive Esco Bar H2O series, featuring an array of unique, water-inspired flavors. Immerse yourself in the refreshing taste of these disposable vapes and find […]