Biden announces cannabis pardons and scheduling review (Newsletter: October 7, 2022)

White House drug czar notes marijuana’s medical benefits; Costa Rican president proposes legalization bill; Poll: Americans back legal cannabis 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 possible… Before you dig […]

Is multistate cannabis operator Ascend Wellness up for sale?

Abner Kurtin Abner Kurtin, a former CEO of multistate cannabis operator Ascend Wellness Holdings, is no longer giving interviews since transitioning to the executive chair role only days before a battery charge was dropped against him late last month. But in a statement sent to MJBizDaily via text, he made it clear that shareholder value […]

Native lands in New York are selling cannabis in these surprising locations

Cannabis stores are popping up in unexpected places all over New York State. In the case of Native lands, however, tribal members have taken matters into their own hands, creating a functioning weed business that’s exempt from the state’s law. This means that pot shops are popping up in unusual locations, including gas stations, which […]

New York Lawmakers File Amended Psychedelics Legalization Bill, With New Regulations And Protections

A bill to legalize psychedelics in New York has been significantly revised, with new provisions to allow for the possession, gifting and sanctioned use of natural plants and fungi in ceremonial and therapeutic settings for adults 21 and older. The amended legislation from Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal (D) was filed on Monday, setting the stage for […]

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