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Michigan’s leading cannabis trade group has filed a lawsuit to challenge the new 24% wholesale tax recently signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. The news was posted by MJBizDaily, a source for financial, legal, and cannabusiness news. < Back Legal battle brews over Michigan’s new marijuana tax Oct 8, 2025 Margaret Jackson MJbizDaily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Michigan’s leading cannabis trade group filed a lawsuit challenging the new 24% wholesale tax Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed into law. Legal battle brews over Michigan’s new marijuana tax is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is vital for mammalian health, regulating basic functions like sleep, appetite, mood, and immune response. A balanced ECS is crucial, as imbalance can lead to various health issues. While cannabis can optimize the ECS, five alternative ways to boost it include reducing alcohol intake, getting bodywork treatments (like massage and acupuncture), eating leafy greens (which contain beta-caryophyllene), consuming omega-3 fatty acids, and engaging in enjoyable exercise. < Back 5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Endocannabinoid System Without Cannabis Oct 15, 2025 Dragonfly de la Luz Cannabis Now Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Our bodies all have a network of cannabinoid receptors that is vital to the health of all mammals: the endocannabinoid system. The ECS is a vast network of chemical compounds and receptors (namely CB1 and CB2) that regulate our most basic functions – sleep, appetite, mood, the immune system, inflammatory response, aging and memory. Endocannabinoids even produce feelings of relaxation and euphoria similar to those which come from ingesting cannabis. Aside from regulating essential everyday functions, the ECS maintains the body’s homeostasis down to the cell level by reversing damage in whatever way necessary. In cancer patients, for instance, cancer cells can be programmed to kill themselves when endocannabinoid levels increase. [image: boosting endocannabinoid system with omega 3s leafy greens no alcohol exercize] But as with most things, balance within this system is key. An overly inhibited CB1 receptor may lead to moodiness, depression and a suppressed immune system. On the other hand, an over-activated CB1 can increase risk of psychoactivity, inflammation, diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular problems. One study found that a highly sensitive endocannabinoid system is linked to almost all chronic diseases. So, a balanced ECS is fundamental to good health. Consuming cannabis is one fun and easy way to optimize the ECS. But not everyone has the freedom to enjoy this medicinal plant. Here are our top five simple ways to boost the endocannabinoid system without the aid of marijuana. * Drink Less Alcohol* Martin Lee, director of Project CBD and author of “Smoke Signals: A Social History of Marijuana – Medical, Recreational and Scientific,” explained the problem with drinking: “Alcohol is a poison that causes an acute stress response upon occasional consumption, which, in turn, provokes a temporary uptick of endocannabinoid activity as a protective response against stress,” Lee said. He added that while occasional drinking probably wouldn’t harm the ECS, “chronic alcoholism has the opposite effect, resulting in a depletion of endocannabinoid tone due to the wear and tear of too much stress. A low endocannabinoid baseline level makes a person more vulnerable to disease.” * Get Bodywork Treatments* A study by Auckland’s Unitec Institute of Technology showed that levels of anandamide — a cannabinoid responsible for feelings of bliss and joy — more than doubled after patients received osteopathic manipulative medicine treatments. This therapy can take various forms, including chiropractic, physical therapy and massage. Even acupuncture has a positive effect on the endocannabinoid system, so there’s never been a better excuse to take a spa day. * Eat Leafy Greens* If smoking frosty greens is not an option, then eating leafy greens will suffice. Along with oregano and black pepper, leafy greens contain beta-caryophyllene, a terpene that activates the CB2 receptor and is believed to have high potential for combatting inflammatory conditions and autoimmune disorders. * Eat More Omega-3s* Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for a well functioning ECS. Some scientists say that without them, CB1 receptors may not form correctly, which could lead to “impaired emotional behavior.” While fish oils are widely considered one of the best sources of omega-3s, hemp is an excellent alternative. Whether in seed, oil or protein form, hemp’s omega-3s can help keep your ECS functioning properly. * Exercise * German researchers have shown that “runner’s high” is not actually caused by an endorphin rush, but instead is a result of an increase in endocannabinoid production. And running isn’t the only activity that produces this effect. Any exercise can lead to an increase in endocannabinoids, so long as the activity doesn’t feel forced. The body interprets forced exercise as a stressor, which can actually produce the opposite effect and decrease endocannabinoid receptor signaling. So, dust off the yoga mat, jump up and down on a trampoline or even go out dancing to maintain a healthy endocannabinoid system. *Originally published in the print edition of Cannabis Now.* *LEARN MORE* *TELL US, *how do you combine cannabis with other wellness techniques? The post 5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Endocannabinoid System Without Cannabis appeared first on Cannabis Now. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... 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YANA Wellness, a women-owned and operated cannabis brand led by CEO Ariana Fleishman, made history as the first hemp-derived THC beverage line sold in all Total Wine retail locations across Virginia. Fleishman established the brand to advocate for plant-based wellness alternatives over normalized alcohol and prescription drugs, developing a variety of compliant blends to navigate federal prohibition and expand nationwide access. YANA emphasizes social responsibility, research (collaborating with universities on the psychological effects of cannabis and mushrooms), and stimulating the local economy through strategic partnerships with family-owned Virginia businesses for manufacturing and distribution. < Back YANA Wellness Becomes First Women-Owned and Operated THC Drink Line in All Virginia Total Wine Locations Dec 15, 2025 Cannabis Now Cannabis Now Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link YANA Wellness, a women-owned and operated cannabis brand with a licensed dispensary in Washington, DC, officially makes history as the first hemp-derived THC beverage line in all Total Wine retail locations across Virginia. Their e-commerce platform also reaches consumers with their plant-based alternative drinks nationwide. This marks a major milestone not only for YANA as a small, women-owned business, but for all women pioneering plant-based wellness products for nationwide distribution. The Founder and CEO of YANA, Ariana Fleishman, has made a blueprint for minority small business owners to create accessible, compliant and community-driven products. Fleishman utilizes her social media platforms to educate consumers and business owners alike. “YANA stands for You Are Not Alone, and it is also the nickname my mom gave me as a kid. I’ve always wanted to create a community around this mission. Mental health issues are at an all-time with everything going on in the world today. I truly believe you can’t change the world until you change your own community,” Fleishman says. “Adderall and alcohol—these are so normalized in today’s society. My doctor would prescribe me Adderall for the workday to combat my ADHD. Then at night, bars and restaurants only have alcohol on the menu, which completely impairs my memory and makes me feel so sick the next day. Why is this lifestyle still so normalized? Why do we have to be so quiet when we choose to consume plants over poison?” “Cannabis and Mushrooms are already clinically proven to be an effective medicine and provide so many life-changing benefits when purchased from lab-tested and credible sources,” she continues. “But still, the norm is to take highly addictive drugs prescribed by doctors and to drink alcohol to socialize with friends. My goal is to change this stigma by providing plant-based alternatives in mainstream settings.” *Breaking Down Prohibition Barriers and Entering the Mainstream Market* With cannabis still under federal prohibition, Fleishman purposely developed a variety of plant-based alternative blends so that at least one of their drinks on the product line would meet all jurisdictional regulations in every state. This was her strategy for expanding the brand and the plant-based alternatives culture into new markets while cannabis legalization is still uncertain nationwide. Consumers can now find YANA drinks on restaurant menus in the DMV area and can explore the benefits of cannabinoids, functional mushrooms and adaptogens without fear of the negative stigma. YANA’s Rizzi Mushroom Elixir is a consumer favorite that contains no THC or CBD—just a federally legal blend of nootropic and adaptogenic mushrooms. Rizzi Elixir is featured at premiere social clubs in DC, like Ciel Rooftop at Marriott’s Downtown Hotel and Spark Social, DC’s first non-alcoholic social club for the LGBTQ+ community. These mainstream venues showcase how plant-based alternative drinks can be part of a holistic social wellness lifestyle—and it’s only the beginning. Virginia can now legally sell hemp-derived THC drinks in bars and restaurants with a hemp license as well. Learn more about their full product line and check out where you can buy YANA drinks near you here. *Women Leading the Future of Cannabis* YANA’s success story symbolizes the perseverance of women who have navigated the cannabis industry’s challenging transition from prohibition to legitimacy. Fleishman and her team have emerged from the “gray market” era in DC after five years in the industry to now operating a fully legal, women-run cannabis dispensary. The Chief Strategy Officer of YANA Wellness Brands, Hannah Clarke, a longtime cannabis lobbyist and consultant, emphasizes the significance of their achievements: “Women are not just participating in the industry anymore—we’re building it,” Clarke says. “This is about changing perceptions, policy and the path forward for future generations of women in cannabis.” YANA prioritizes education, research and inclusion, integrating science, advocacy and entrepreneurship opportunities for their team of young women entering the workforce. Through wellness program collaborations with clinical psychologist Dr.Vivid and university internship programs with American University and the University of Maryland, YANA Wellness offers students the rare opportunity to study the psychological effects of cannabis and mushrooms to properly sell and promote these alternative medicines to conscious consumers. “I’ve been interested in psychology for a while, but I never imagined I’d find an internship that focuses on the psychological effects of cannabis and mushrooms, at least not so early in my career,” said Lucrezia Brody, a YANA psychology intern and student at American University. “The research we conduct isn’t just filed away—it directly informs our patients and wellness consultants to help improve our community.” *Expanding While Stimulating the Local Economy* YANA is operated by a small team of 10 women, but their strategic partnerships with local, family-owned businesses in Virginia are how YANA is scaling effectively and stimulating the local economy. Fleishman knows that the cannabis market is already dominated by MSOs (multi-state operators) in healthcare, largely owned by publicly traded companies and pharmaceutical businesses, so she has devoted herself to working with local small businesses in all parts of the supply chain. Pure Shenandoah is a family-owned hemp manufacturing business that provides high-quality cannabis extractions, and Brothers Craft Brewery is a family-owned brewery that YANA uses for canning their drinks. “It was very important to me to stimulate the local economy that I grew up in and keep my mission of building community through plant medicine alternatives,” Fleishman states. YANA also just signed with Specialty Beverage, a family-owned beverage distribution company known for its large-scale deliveries to mainstream businesses. This partnership increases the accessibility of hemp-derived THC beverages to reach retail locations and restaurant menus that want to provide plant-based alternatives to alcohol. *The Evolution of YANA* In 2019, Ariana Fleishman, also known as “Ari Tokes” on social media, founded YANA Wellness as Cannabis Creatives Collectives for the DC metropolitan area to connect with others through curated social experiences. As the laws changed in DC, YANA evolved into a Holistic Wellness Center and Licensed Cannabis Dispensary. Fleishman simultaneously spent two years developing the YANA drink line while opening the retail location so she could reach people nationwide with a variety of plant-based alternative blends. Through their social media platforms, YANA continues to advocate for responsible, inclusive and research-backed cannabis culture nationwide. Stay tuned in on their social media for updates on community events, cannabis news, and the culture here. The post YANA Wellness Becomes First Women-Owned and Operated THC Drink Line in All Virginia Total Wine Locations appeared first on Cannabis Now. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

The California State Fair honored the top cannabis cultivators and manufacturers, with over 600 entries competing for awards. < Back Golden Bear Awards: California’s 2025 Best Cannabis Flower, Products Announced Jul 16, 2025 staff Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The California State Fair recognized the state’s best cannabis cultivators and manufacturers, with more than 600 entries for the top prizes. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

The author, Ryan Basore, a former federal prisoner for medical cannabis cultivation, launched Redemption Cannabis and the Redemption Foundation. His cannabis brand is now available in West Virginia, where he was incarcerated. The Redemption Foundation provides expungements and financial support to non-violent cannabis offenders still in prison, partnering with organizations like Mission Green and the Last Prisoner Project. Basore emphasizes that despite widespread legalization, many people remain incarcerated for cannabis offenses, and federal law, which classifies cannabis as a Schedule I drug, needs to change for true justice. He states that 10% of Redemption Cannabis licensing revenue supports incarcerated individuals and their release, highlighting that buying their products contributes to the pursuit of justice. < Back Today My Cannabis Brand Launches In West Virginia, Where I Spent Years Behind Bars For Growing Medical Marijuana (Op-Ed) Jul 11, 2025 Marijuana Moment Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *“Legalization is progress, but we won’t be satisfied until every cannabis prisoner is set free.”* *By Ryan Basore, Redemption Cannabis and The Redemption Foundation* A little over a decade ago, I was sitting in a federal prison in Morgantown, West Virginia, serving time for growing medical cannabis in compliance with Michigan’s state law. I wasn’t a trafficker. I wasn’t running guns or laundering money. I was a state-licensed caregiver using cannabis to help people with debilitating conditions. Then I became one of the thousands targeted during a time when the federal government treated medical cannabis providers like public enemies. Today—July 11—my cannabis brand launches in the same town in which I spent years behind bars for growing medical cannabis. As traumatic as that experience was, I knew I couldn’t let it deter me from doing what’s right. That’s what led me to found Redemption Cannabis, one of Michigan’s top-selling cannabis brands and one that supports those still serving time for nonviolent cannabis offenses. Together with partners like Trulieve and Altvm, we provide cannabis products to patients and consumers across states like Michigan, Maryland, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and now West Virginia, where I once wore prison tans. It’s a redemption story I’m proud of, but it’s also a privilege that too many others have been denied. Despite widespread legalization across a majority of U.S. states, many in the U.S. remain incarcerated for cannabis offenses. Their “crime”? Often the same actions that built today’s billion-dollar cannabis industry. Legalization has crept forward, but justice has not. I launched the Redemption Foundation in 2019 to change that. Through our programs, we’ve helped fund over 2,000 free expungements and provided direct financial support to federal cannabis prisoners across the country. One of our core efforts is our commissary program, which puts up to $300 a month, the maximum allowed, on the books of people incarcerated for non-violent cannabis offenses. For someone earning $14 a month in prison wages, that support isn’t just helpful. It’s life-changing. We also partner with organizations like the Weldon Project’s Mission Green and the Last Prisoner Project to expand our reach and impact. The goal isn’t just release, it’s restoration. That means helping people return to their communities, access housing, find jobs and reclaim their dignity. But here’s the hard truth: Unless federal law changes, we will keep seeing these contradictions. The Controlled Substances Act still classifies cannabis as a Schedule I drug, a substance with high risk for abuse with no currently accepted medical use. Until that changes, people will keep getting sentenced, even as legalization spreads. Even expungement isn’t enough. In many states, it isn’t automatic. People need attorneys, paperwork, court appearances and other resources that are rarely made accessible to them just to be able to live a normal life. They struggle to find work, obtain housing or move on with their lives. Meanwhile, a lucrative industry has emerged around cannabis, the foundations of which were put in place by pioneers who continue to suffer behind bars or remain locked out of the legal industry. Those of us who now enjoy the ability to consume and profit from legal cannabis owe our freedom to the people who took risks when it wasn’t safe or legal to do so. We have to recognize that our prosperity is a result of their sacrifice. That’s why 10 percent of all Redemption Cannabis licensing revenue goes to supporting those still incarcerated and to securing their release. When you buy our products, you’re not just consuming, you’re contributing to the pursuit of justice. Redemption isn’t just our brand name. It’s our mission. Legalization is progress, but we won’t be satisfied until every cannabis prisoner is set free. *Ryan Basore is the founder of Redemption Cannabis and the Redemption Foundation, which supports cannabis prisoners and fights for restorative justice in the cannabis industry. He previously served a federal sentence for medical marijuana cultivation in Michigan.* *Photo courtesy of Chris Wallis // Side Pocket Images.* The post Today My Cannabis Brand Launches In West Virginia, Where I Spent Years Behind Bars For Growing Medical Marijuana (Op-Ed) appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Tilray Brands is a leading global cannabis-lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company, diversifying its portfolio across cannabis, wellness, beverages, and lifestyle products worldwide, and emphasizing quality and compliance across its operations. < Back Tilray Brands Jan 9, 2026 Darren Roberts MG Magazine Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Tilray Brands *Tilray Brands, Inc.* is a leading global cannabis‑lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company at the intersection of cannabis, wellness, beverages, and lifestyle products. The company operates a diversified portfolio of brands across multiple markets worldwide and is committed to expanding access to high‑quality cannabis and beverage offerings. ( ir.tilray.com) [image: Tilray Brands Logo] Your browser does not support the video tag. Partner Content Founded in 2013, Tilray Brands has grown into one of the most diversified global lifestyle companies linking cannabis, beverages, wellness products, and consumer packaged goods. The company operates across North America, Europe, Australia, and Latin America, with a mission to elevate lives through innovative products and moments of connection. Tilray’s core business includes the research, cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution of medical and adult‑use cannabis products. Its expansive portfolio serves patients, recreational users, and retail partners worldwide — from premium flower and extracts to hemp‑derived wellness goods. Beyond cannabis, Tilray has strategically expanded into the beverage and craft beer sectors through the acquisition of well‑known breweries and beverage brands. These operations complement its wellness foods and non‑alcoholic beverage offerings, making Tilray a truly comprehensive lifestyle company. Tilray also emphasizes quality and compliance, with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certifications and global partnerships that support innovation and access to high‑standard medical cannabis products. ( tilraymedical.eu.com) Company Details *Industry:* Cannabis & Consumer Goods *Founded:* 2013 *Headquarters:* New York City, United States *Status:* Public *Stock Symbol:* NASDAQ: TLRY *Operations:* Canada, U.S., Europe, Australia, Latin America *Website:* tilray.com Connect with Tilray [image: X (Twitter)] [image: Instagram] [image: Facebook] [image: LinkedIn] Affiliated Products [image: Fizzy Jane's Logo] < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Pennsylvania senators have introduced a bipartisan bill to create a new regulatory body, the Cannabis Control Board (CCB), to oversee medical cannabis and prepare for eventual adult-use legalization. The bill, sponsored by Senator Dan Laughlin, aims to establish a transparent and efficient framework for the cannabis industry, ensuring the state is ready when adult-use legalization passes. The CCB would consolidate oversight, enhance transparency, and manage the industry. While the bill doesn't explicitly legalize adult-use cannabis, it sets up the infrastructure for it. Democrats and some Republicans support legalization due to public health and safety concerns, economic benefits, and competitiveness with neighboring states that have already legalized. Despite bipartisan voter support, the reform faces hurdles in the legislature due to conflicting views on a state-controlled versus private sales model and the need for Republican support in the GOP-controlled Senate. < Back New Bipartisan Pennsylvania Bill Would Create Marijuana Regulatory Board Ahead Of Possible Adult-Use Legalization Jul 1, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Bipartisan Pennsylvania senators have introduced a bill to create a new regulatory body in the state that would begin overseeing medical cannabis while preparing to eventually handle the adult-use market as well. The 52-page legislation is being sponsored by Sen. Dan Laughlin (R), along with 16 other members from both parties. While it wouldn’t legalize adult-use cannabis as the lead sponsor has supported, it would establish a regulatory infrastructure that could be used to oversee such a program. Laughlin, who has sponsored legalization bills in the past, previewed the new measure in May, writing that Pennsylvania should first take steps to make sure the state is “ready to act when legalization becomes law” by establishing a Cannabis Control Board (CCB) now. “Legalization of adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania is no longer a matter of if, it is when. And when that day comes, the state should not be scrambling to build a regulatory system from scratch,” he said. “A transparent, efficient framework should already be in place, one designed to support a safe, well-regulated cannabis industry from day one.” At the time, he indicated that the board would also be responsible for regulating the hemp market under the proposal, but the language of the introduced legislation is somewhat opaque on that component of the cannabis industry. In a cosponsorship memo, the senator said his bill would “transfer regulatory control of the Medical Marijuana Program to the CCB, ensuring continuity, efficiency, and improved oversight of medical cannabis businesses and patient access.” It would further “establish uniform safety standards to protect consumers from untested and potentially harmful products.” The bill text itself also doesn’t contain an explicit references to adult-use, or recreational, marijuana, and it would not enact legalization on its own. But the description indicates that the sponsors feel the current regulatory regime under the Pennsylvania Department of Health should be replaced with a more targeted agency that would ostensibly be suited to oversee an adult-use market if lawmakers move to end prohibition. “By consolidating oversight under a single regulatory board, we can eliminate inconsistencies, enhance transparency, and provide the structure needed to responsibly manage this industry,” the memo says. Most of the bill describes the process of establishing the CCB, with details about the selection criteria and other procedural information. The duties section of the legislation lists various authorizations for the board, including members’ ability to conduct investigations, promulgate regulations, consult with other departments and more to achieve its oversight goals. Meanwhile, Sen. Shariff Street (D), one of the original cosponsors of the new bill, said last week that he was working with bipartisan and bicameral lawmakers to develop a passable marijuana legalization measure as the legislature approached Monday’s budget deadline—telling supporters at the time that “we’re getting close” and they shouldn’t “ease up” on the fight. “There are some basic things that we know we need to have done,” he said. “We need to make sure when we pass a recreational adult-use bill that we seal and expunge the records of all those people who’ve been who’ve had cannabis convictions in the past.” Street thanked his bipartisan colleagues in the House—including Reps. Emily Kinkead (D), Abby Major (R) and Amen Brown (D), who have championed their own legalization proposals—for working with the Senate “in a collaborative way.” “We have a good core group of us who’ve been working to move this bill—to move this concept forward—and I think we’re gonna get it done,” he said. “We need your voices to stay engaged. We need to stay involved.” Meanwhile, Senate Majority Leader Joe Pittman (R) recently said marijuana legalization would not be included in the 2026 budget as lawmakers approached the deadline he expected they would miss. But Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) is still holding out hope that negotiators can “get it done.” Legislators appear to be at an impasse on certain key issues, including the governor’s request to legalize adult-use cannabis via the legislation. Pittman said he doesn’t see a path forward for the reform on that schedule, however. Shapiro, on the other hand, hasn’t quite thrown in the towel, saying at a press briefing earlier last month that “we all understand we have to compromise” on a number of issues to reach a budget agreement. Pittman, for his part, criticized House lawmakers for passing a marijuana legalization bill that would have involved state-run shops. The legislation was quickly rejected by a Senate committee. Following that defeat, the governor said he still remained “hopeful” that lawmakers could deliver a reform bill to his desk by a budget deadline at the end of last month—and he urged the GOP-controlled Senate to “put their ideas on the table.” “We’ve had really good, honest dialogue about it,” the governor, who separately criticized the Senate for abruptly derailing the House marijuana legalization bill, said. “Look, I think this is an issue of competitiveness,” he said. “Every state around us, with the exception of West Virginia, has gotten it done. You go visit some of these dispensaries along our border—in this case with Maryland, [that] is probably the closest one here. Sixty percent of the people walking into those dispensaries are from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.” Whether Pennsylvania legislators will advance legalization this session remains to be seen. But two Democratic lawmakers—Street and Rep. Rick Krajewski (D)—recently said they’re aiming to reach a compromise and pass reform legislation before the budget deadline. Also, in May, Sen. Marty Flynn (D) announced his intent to file a new bill to legalize marijuana in the state, calling on colleagues to join him on the measure. While the House legislation Krajewski sponsored alongside Rep. Dan Frankel (D) was rejected in a Senate committee following its expedited passage through the House along party lines, Street said he’s “cautiously optimistic we’re going to be able to revive the bill and amend it and move forward with a work product that allows us to get a bill on the governor’s desk and realize revenue.” Following the Senate committee vote, lawmakers from both chambers who support legalization have been trading criticisms about each other’s roles in the stalled push to end prohibition. Krajewski, for example, recently wrote in a Marijuana Moment op-ed that Senate Republicans who killed his House-passed cannabis legalization bill are “stuck in their prohibitionist views of the past” and are “out of touch with the will of our Commonwealth.” Prior to that vote, Pennsylvania’s Republican attorney general said that while he doesn’t currently support the House-passed marijuana legalization bill, he’s open to changing his mind about the policy change after continuing to review the details. For what it’s worth, a recent poll found that Pennsylvania voters say they favor a model where cannabis is sold by licensed private businesses, rather than through a system of state-run stores. The governor has repeatedly called for adult-use marijuana legalization. However, he hasn’t endorsed the specific idea of having a state-controlled model. GOP lawmaker Major—who is sponsoring another forthcoming legalization bill that envisions a traditional private sales model alongside Democrat Kinkead—said during the House floor debate on HB 1200 that she stands opposed to the competing bill, emphasizing that she disagrees with the state-run stores proposal. While Democrats control the House and governor’s office, they will still need to reach a deal with the GOP-controlled Senate to effectuate change. And in addition to the conflicting perspectives among pro-legalization legislators, another potential barrier to reform is exactly that political dynamic. Regardless of which direction Pennsylvania lawmakers do—or don’t—go on marijuana legalization this session, a survey released in April shows a majority of adults in the state support the reform—and opposition to the policy change has fallen by nearly 50 percent over the last decade. Kinkead has made the case in another recent interview that legalizing cannabis in Pennsylvania will help the state mitigate public health and safety concerns associated with the illicit market, including the fact that unregulated products can be laced with fentanyl. The lawmaker previously introduced a separate bipartisan marijuana legalization bill, alongside 15 other cosponsors, last September. It did not advance, however. Meanwhile, Laughlin recently called for the creation of a state “legacy” fund, using tax revenue from adult-use marijuana sales and gaming to make long-term investments in the Commonwealth’s economy. The senator argued that, beyond using any resulting tax revenue to fund day-to-day projects and public services, the state should earmark a portion of those tax dollars for a fund to “provide a sustainable source of prosperity that lasts for generations.” Another GOP Pennsylvania senator, Sen. Gene Yaw (R), is backing the push to legalize marijuana in the commonwealth, pointing out that, historically, prohibition “has not turned out well,” noting the country’s experience with alcohol criminalization. Pennsylvania House Speaker Joanna McClinton (D) recently said that Democrats are ready to pass a marijuana legalization bill this session, but that the party “will need Republican support” to get the job done—adding that it will be a “heavy lift.” Polls have shown bipartisan support for legalization among voters, but the reform has consistently stalled in the legislature, owing in large part to GOP opposition. But not all Republican members are against the policy change—and one recently said she felt her party should seize the “opportunity to snatch” the issue from Democrats. Separately in March, the Pennsylvania House approved a bill sponsored by Frankel that’s meant to strengthen safety standards and oversight of the state’s medical marijuana program as lawmakers work to advance adult-use legalization. While Pennsylvania’s medical cannabis program was enacted nearly a decade ago, lawmakers say the measure, which now heads to the Senate, is necessary to improve testing compliance, product audits and lab inspections, among other aspects of the industry. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania Democratic lawmakers recently introduced a bill that would allow farmers and other small agriculture operators to sell marijuana they cultivate to existing growers and and processors if the state moves to legalize adult-use cannabis. Separately, an independent Pennsylvania agency is projecting more tax dollars to be generated from adult-use marijuana sales compared to what the governor’s office has estimated, although it expects significantly less overall revenue from cannabis legalization due to differing views on licensing fees. Pennsylvania officials have also launched a new survey that invites legal marijuana businesses across the country to provide information about their operations to help the state better understand the cannabis industry as lawmakers consider enacting adult-use legalization this session. *— Marijuana Moment is tracking hundreds of cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments.* *Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —* Also, in a video interview released in March, the governor emphasized that the state is “losing out” to others that have already enacted adult-use legalization, while maintaining a policy that’s enriched the illicit market. “I think it’s an issue of freedom and liberty. I mean, if folks want to smoke, they should be able to do so in a safe and legal way,” he said. “We should shut down the black market—and, by the way, every state around us is doing it. Pennsylvanians are driving to those other states and paying taxes in those other states.” The state’s agriculture secretary separately told lawmakers that he’s fully confident that his department is in a “really good” position to oversee an adult-use marijuana program if lawmakers act. Meanwhile, in February, top Pennsylvania police and health officials told lawmakers they are prepared to implement marijuana legalization if the legislature moves forward with the reform—and that they stand ready to work together as the details of legislation to achieve it are crafted. Amid the growing calls for marijuana legalization in Pennsylvania, a GOP state senator said prohibition has been a “disaster,” and a regulated sales model for cannabis—similar to how alcohol and tobacco are handled—could serve as an effective alternative. A Republican Pennsylvania senator also recently defended the push to legalize and regulate marijuana, calling it “the most conservative stance” on the issue. 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The D.C. Council introduced a bill refining the medical cannabis regime by clarifying retail distance requirements near child-development facilities, broadening protest rights for Advisory Neighborhood Commissions and eligible parties, and aligning licensing criteria with enforcement considerations. A firm is prepared to advise operators, property owners, and community stakeholders on compliance obligations and strategic impacts related to these regulatory adjustments. < Back D.C. bill to clarify buffer zones between cannabis shops and early-childhood centers Dec 9, 2025 Editorial Staff Outlaw Report Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The D.C. Council has introduced a bill that would implement several notable refinements to the District’s medical cannabis regime. The proposed amendments clarify distance requirements for proposed retail locations near child-development facilities, broaden the scope of protest rights available to Advisory Neighborhood Commissions and eligible parties, and align licensing criteria with practical enforcement considerations identified by the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration. As the District continues to adjust its regulatory framework, our firm is prepared to advise operators, property owners, and community stakeholders on compliance obligations and strategic impacts. Source < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Virginia's upcoming gubernatorial election will significantly impact the future of recreational marijuana sales in the state, with the two leading candidates holding opposing views. Current Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) strongly opposes legalization, citing concerns about it being a "gateway drug" and "decimating communities." In contrast, former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) supports establishing a regulated cannabis market, emphasizing public safety, economic growth, and reinvesting tax revenue into communities and public schools. While possession and home cultivation of marijuana have been legal since 2022, retail sales remain forbidden due to Governor Youngkin's vetoes of previous legislative efforts. The new governor will likely determine whether regulated sales become a reality in Virginia. < Back Virginia Candidates For Governor Have Contrasting Marijuana Stances As Early Voting Begins Sep 19, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Virginia voters have the chance to decide on whether their next governor will be someone who supports or opposes legalizing recreational marijuana sales in the commonwealth—with the two major party nominees holding diametrically opposed views on the future of cannabis policy. Early in-person voting begins on Friday in an election that could prove determinative in whether adult consumers will be able to purchase marijuana from legal and regulated stores. While the legislature has twice passed bills to create a regulated commercial cannabis market after the state legalized possession, use and personal home cultivation by adults in 2022, current Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) vetoed both proposals. The GOP nominee, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R), has staunchly opposed allowing Virginia to create a commercial adult-use cannabis market, going so far as to say that marijuana is a gateway drug and suggesting that legalization is “decimating communities.” Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) is on the other side of the spectrum, expressing her interest, if elected, in working with the legislature to develop a system of regulated sales consistent with what the majority of voters support. “As Virginia takes steps toward creating a legalized retail market for cannabis,” the congresswoman told Marijuana Moment that she believes “the Commonwealth needs a clear strategy to set up a market that is safe for consumers, transparent for businesses, and fair to entrepreneurs.” She added that it’s her stance that “revenue from commercial cannabis products must return to Virginia communities and be reinvested for purposes like strengthening our public schools.” If elected, Spanberger said she will “work with leaders in the General Assembly to find a path forward that both prioritizes public safety and grows Virginia’s economy.” Last year, the candidate also said “there are a lot of gray areas in terms of how we procure recreational marijuana within Virginia—and the state needs “a clear strategy and plan to transition Virginia into a state that has legalized retail markets that can focus on these concerns.” During her time in Congress, Spanberger voted twice on the House floor in support of bills to federally legalize marijuana. She also consistently backed legislation to free up banking services for the industry, protect all state cannabis program from federal interference and expand marijuana research. The former congresswoman additionally opposed a proposal to remove protections for universities that study cannabis. She voted against certain reform proposals, however, including on measures to lift certain research barriers for Schedule I drugs and to revise federal policy to prevent past marijuana use from being used as a factor to determine eligibility for a security clearance. Spanberger cosponsored bills to provide medical cannabis access for military veterans on two occasions, and she cosponsored the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act during the 116th Congress. In 2018 she posted on Twitter that she supports legislation to reschedule marijuana to a Schedule III substance. Medical marijuana I support the CARES Act and HR 1227. I also support HR 1220 which would reschedule marijuana from Class I to Class III. — Abigail Spanberger (@SpanbergerForVA) February 23, 2018 Earle-Sears’s public record on the issue is fairly limited, though she notably did not seem to dissent when Youngkin consistently blocked efforts to legalize marijuana for adult use in the state with his veto pen. In a 2023 interview on the John Reid Show, for example, the Republican gubernatorial candidate said that “as soon as you turn around, there’s some other issue coming at you, and none of them makes any sense to anybody except to those who would want to keep us divided, because that’s what these issues are doing.” She pointed to cannabis reform as an example of that dynamic. “I mean, why would we have legalized marijuana? Where are you going to get a job? Who’s going to hire you?” Earle-Sears said. “I mean, really. And so, you know, we’re just decimating communities.” In 2021, Earle-Sears said recreational marijuana is “gonna destroy us” and revealed that she fired a previous employee for using it. “I had to let somebody go who worked for me—found out he was on marijuana. You can’t work for me, you’re gonna destroy somebody’s home, you’re gonna crash. It’s gonna decimate us, because marijuana is a gateway drug,” she said. “There is no hope in that, there is no future.” Marijuana Moment reached out to Earle-Sears’s campaign for additional detail on her cannabis policy positions, but a representative was not available by the time of publication. Spanberger, for her part, said the state needs “a formalized, legal, emerging cannabis market.” “We also need to make sure that [tax] revenues flow into Virginia and are used to strengthen our communities and public schools,” she said, adding that future sales law should be crafted so that it “prioritizes public safety and grows the Virginia economy.” JM Pedini, executive director for Virginia NORML and development director at NORML’s national organization, told Marijuana Moment that “the choice is clear for Virginia voters: Abigail Spanberger supports legalizing and regulating cannabis sales for adults 21 and older. Winsome Earle-Sears does not.” Meanwhile, a top Democratic Virginia senator recently said the state should move forward with legalizing recreational marijuana sales—in part to offset the Trump administration’s cuts to federal spending in support of states. While the legislature has twice passed bills to create a regulated commercial cannabis market after the state legalized possession and use by adults in 2022, Youngkin vetoed both proposals. But with anticipated increases in spending in Virginia resulting from various federal policy initiatives such as the withdrawal of federal welfare dollars to states, Senate President Pro Tem Louise Lucas (D) said it’s time to get serious about alternative revenue, which should include legalizing marijuana sales. Del. Paul Krizek (D), chair of a joint commission tasked with studying and making recommendations on creating a cannabis market, said lawmakers’ “top priority is making sure that we’re not setting people up to fail and that we’re that we have good strict oversight mechanisms, and there’s phased expansion.” “But we’ll get it going as soon as judiciously possible,” he said. Krizek’s panel held its second meeting last month, with members taking input on tax and revenue options for cannabis sales. That came almost two months after the commission first convened, as members discussed broad regulatory considerations and other issues related to THC potency, the hemp market and more. Use and possession of marijuana has been legal in Virginia since 2022, but retail sales remain forbidden—a situation that’s helped fuel a multibillion-dollar illicit market. Despite efforts by Democrats in past years to legalize and regulate the retail system, Youngkin has stood in the way of the reform, vetoing proposals passed by lawmakers during each of the last two sessions. Youngkin, however, is term-limited and unable to run for re-election in November. The governor’s replacement is likely to decide whether regulated products will become available in the commonwealth in the next few years. The governor has also opposed more incremental reforms. In May, for example, he vetoed a bill that would have allowed deliveries of medical marijuana directly to patients at locations other than their own homes. It would have also updated product labeling requirements so packaging would more clearly indicate THC and CBD levels. In March, after the legislature passed the legislation, Youngkin recommended an amendment that would remove language to allow marijuana to be delivered to places other than a patient’s private residence. Lawmakers later declined to make that change, however, and sent the unamended bill back to the governor. *— Marijuana Moment is tracking hundreds of cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments.* *Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —* Youngkin in March also vetoed a host of other drug reform proposals passed by lawmakers, including the legal sales bill and another to authorize the prescription of a synthetic form of psilocybin as soon as the federal government authorizes its use. Beyond the legal sales and psilocybin bills, the governor also rejected a number of other cannabis-related reforms this session, including efforts to resentence people serving time for cannabis offenses and protect the parental rights of those who legally use the drug. Youngkin agued in a veto statement that legalizing sales of adult-use marijuana “endangers Virginians’ health and safety.” “States following this path have seen adverse effects on children’s and adolescents’ health and safety, increased gang activity and violent crime, significant deterioration in mental health, decreased road safety, and significant costs associated with retail marijuana that far exceed tax revenue,” the governor claimed. “It also does not eliminate the illegal black-market sale of cannabis, nor guarantee product safety.” Even before the start of the current legislative session, Youngkin’s office had signaled it had no interest in the reform. Asked by Virginia Public Media (VPM) late last year about the likelihood of a veto, Christian Martinez, a spokesperson for the Youngkin, told the outlet: “I think you can cite the fact that time and time again he has been very clear on that.” Reform advocates are already watching to see where his possible replacements stand on legalization and other cannabis policy changes. *Photo courtesy of Brian Shamblen.* The post Virginia Candidates For Governor Have Contrasting Marijuana Stances As Early Voting Begins appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... 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