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Pennsylvania's Stagnation on Marijuana Legalization Leaves It Falling Behind Neighboring States
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California Governor Vetoes Bill to Establish Cannabis Cafes, Following Amsterdam's Model
California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have allowed cannabis dispensaries in the state to convert into cafes where they could sell food and host live concerts. The bill, known as the Cannabis Cafe Bill, aimed to provide the cannabis industry with an opportunity to create a more inviting lounge setting for customers. However, Newsom cited concerns about protecting workers' health and California's smoke-free workplace protections as reasons for his veto. The bill's author, Assemblymember Matt Haney, plans to address these concerns and reintroduce the bill next year.
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Germany Introduces Groundbreaking Cannabis Legalization Bill
Germany's Ministry of Health has released a draft bill for the first phase of the country's marijuana legalization plan, which is expected to be approved by the cabinet next month. Nebraska activists have launched a signature gathering drive for two medical cannabis initiatives for the 2024 ballot. The Threads app, owned by Meta, now offers users help accessing drug treatment resources when they search for "marijuana" or "psilocybin." Bipartisan senators in Pennsylvania have filed a new marijuana legalization bill. The Congressional Psychedelics Advancing Therapies Caucus is praising the FDA's new psychedelics research guidance.
Maryland's Legalized Recreational Marijuana: What Pennsylvanians Need to Know
Maryland has become the latest state to legalize recreational marijuana, allowing adults 21 and older to purchase it from licensed stores. Any adult with a valid ID can buy recreational marijuana in Maryland, including Pennsylvanians. However, it is illegal to transport the drug across state lines into Pennsylvania. Maryland's legalization is expected to attract customers from neighboring states, including Pennsylvania, where only medical marijuana is legal. Business owners hope that the success of Maryland's market will encourage a change in federal policy. The state estimates that recreational marijuana sales could generate up to $600 million in the first year.
Maryland's Legal Recreational Marijuana Sales: What You Need to Know
Maryland has become the 21st state to legalize recreational marijuana sales. Eager cannabis users celebrated the occasion with a music festival and free marijuana seed giveaways. Dispensaries opened their doors to customers, offering a variety of cannabis products. Maryland voters overwhelmingly supported the legalization of cannabis, and lawmakers swiftly set up a legal market to ensure compliance and generate tax revenue. The state aims to increase diversity in the industry by giving preference to businesses owned by individuals from areas disproportionately affected by cannabis arrests. Existing medical marijuana businesses converted their licenses to meet the surge in demand, and new businesses can apply for licenses later this year. The state's medical marijuana program will continue to operate alongside recreational sales.
Minnesota businesses gear up for legal cannabis market as Gov. Walz signs bill.
As cannabis legalization approaches in Minnesota, local businesses are preparing for home growers. Minnesotans will be allowed to grow up to eight cannabis plants at home starting August 1. However, the sale of cannabis seeds is still illegal under federal law, leaving businesses in a gray area. The state officials are working on creating regulations for cannabis seed sales, including labeling requirements and THC level testing. The new Office of Cannabis Management is expected to be operational in early 2025.