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Congress is expected to revisit cannabis-related issues this fall, including banking access for marijuana businesses, according to political experts in Washington.  David Culver, a top executive at the U.S. Cannabis Roundtable, a leading advocacy group, said he believes there’s a strong chance that Congress will approve the SAFE Banking measure before the current session ends. … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Congress Promises to Consider Marijuana Banking Reform Once the Budget is Passed”

Over the last five years, the marijuana sector has gone through a major shake-up from excessive spending to tough tax burdens and complicated regulations. With all these challenges, a sort of natural selection has taken place: only the most disciplined and resilient companies have survived.  The companies that remain today are generally led by experienced … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana Firms That Have Weathered the Recent Storms Could Thrive Over the Coming Years”

Medical marijuana advocates are raising concerns about new state guidelines in Missouri that restrict how much cannabis patients can legally buy from dispensaries. Under existing rules, dispensaries must monitor patient purchases to make sure they don’t go over their monthly limits.  Earlier this year, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services updated its website … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana Advocates Express Concerns About the Purchase Rules for Missouri Patients”

Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania’s lawmakers are rushing to reach a deal on next year’s budget. With the deadline of July 1 fast approaching, there are still major disagreements over how to cover Shapiro’s proposed spending increases, particularly with a government split between Democrats controlling the House and Republicans holding the Senate.  One of the … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Discussions to Legalize Marijuana Market Reach Pivotal Stage in Pennsylvania”

Not far from the highway, down a stretch near the local sheriff’s station, there’s a high-security facility surrounded by barbed wire. If you happen to drive past, you might catch a sharp, earthy scent in the air, which some call skunky and others say smells like fuel. Either way, it’s unmistakably the scent of cannabis.  … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana’s Skunky Smell Could Soon Be a Thing of the Past”

A new study on marijuana genetics reveals that the legal cannabis industry may be unintentionally reducing the plant’s genetic diversity. The push for faster-growing plants with higher cannabinoid content, mainly for economic and regulatory reasons, has led to a narrowing of the genetic pool. The study, conducted by graduate student Caleb Y. Chen at California … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Study Finds That Market Forces Are Reducing Biodiversity in Marijuana Plants”

Earlier this year, Meta stated it would shift how it handles controversial topics by loosening certain content rules, particularly around issues frequently debated in politics, such as gender identity and immigration. However, when it came to cannabis, the company continued to censor search results for key terms. Instead of showing related content, users saw alerts … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Facebook Appears to No Longer Censor Marijuana Searches”

While walking through Burton upon Trent, Steve noticed unusual stickers on lampposts and bins with a shiny green marijuana leaf, a QR code, and the phrase “get your delivery.” Curious, he scanned the code with his phone and was taken to a polished website selling cannabis in various forms—vapes, oils, gummies, buds, and even pre-rolled … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Sky News Investigation Uncovers Illicit Marijuana Sellers in the UK Using QR Codes to Attract Buyers”

With the current presidential administration putting a spotlight on immigration enforcement, it’s more important than ever for employers to make sure their hiring and employment practices follow federal immigration rules. This is especially critical for businesses involved in the legal marijuana industry at the state level. Even though more states are legalizing marijuana for medical … Continue reading “420 with CNW — The Unseen Immigration Risks Associated with Working in the Marijuana Industry”

Texas is on the verge of banning a wide range of THC-infused items like vapes, edibles, and beverages. A newly approved bill by state lawmakers is now in the hands of Governor Greg Abbott, who will decide whether to sign it into law. If Abbott approves the bill, it would introduce new felony charges for … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Marijuana CEO Asks Texas Governor to Veto Bill Banning THC”