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Three coordinated state ballot initiatives in Massachusetts, Maine, and Arizona for the November 2026 election are attempting to end regulated adult-use cannabis sales, which the author calls an existential threat to the legal market. The Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) is leading "No" campaigns against these well-funded "prohibitionist" efforts, framing the core issue as whether regulated markets are safer and smarter than prohibition. The author urges the entire national cannabis business community to contribute resources, warning that if even one initiative succeeds, it would send a dangerous signal that legalization is politically reversible, negatively impacting investment and legislative progress nationwide. < Back Legal Marijuana Access Faces An Existential Threat In 2026, And We Must Fight Back (Op-Ed) Jan 13, 2026 Marijuana Moment Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *“These initiatives represent the first-ever large-scale coordinated attack on adult-use markets… This is not a drill. It is the moment to come together to defeat the prohibitionists.”* *By Adam Smith, Marijuana Policy Project* 2025 felt like a year of waiting in cannabis, but 2026 may be something else entirely. Get ready for a major pushback against adult-use markets. While much of the cannabis world spent month after month in 2025 watching (or lobbying) Congress on hemp, and the White House on rescheduling, three near-identical state ballot initiatives were being filed for the November 2026 election that would end regulated adult-use sales in Massachusetts, Maine and Arizona. The Massachusetts and Maine initiatives would also re-criminalize non-medical home grow. The Massachusetts campaign has submitted enough signatures to qualify, and awaits validation. Signature collection is ongoing in Maine and Arizona. While it’s possible that one or more of these initiatives fail to make the ballot, it’s imperative that we take them seriously and prepare for a fight. These are not symbolic protests or fringe efforts. They are coordinated campaigns run by experienced political operatives. And from the sound of it, they may already have a ton of money behind them. *How Much?* On December 19, the Arizona committee chair told the Arizona Capitol Times that the campaign expects to spend $5 million on signature gathering in the state, with an additional $10 to $20 million planned for the broader campaign. In Massachusetts, we estimate that at least $1 million was spent to gather signatures. Those numbers should get our attention. Meanwhile, over the past year, we saw a partially successful legislative push in Ohio to chip away at voter-approved adult-use legalization—though the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) was on the ground and helped limit the damage—as well as similar legislative efforts elsewhere. In the media, fear-based coverage of cannabis dramatically increased across mainstream outlets in 2025, while targeted anti-legalization messaging across right-wing media has worked to soften Republican support. In fact, Gallup reports that Republican support for legalization has dropped from 55 percent to 40 percent since 2023. *That’s Not A Coincidence. It’s A Playbook.* MPP, which has led and won more cannabis ballot initiative campaigns than anyone on either side of this issue, is already working closely with industry allies in Massachusetts to launch a “No” campaign. We expect to do the same in Maine and Arizona. These initiatives represent the first-ever large-scale coordinated attack on adult-use markets. How we as a cannabis ecosystem respond, and particularly whether and how the national cannabis business community steps up to defend itself and each other, will determine whether this attempt to roll back our progress ends here, or whether it metastasizes. *“End Regulated Adult-Use Markets? How Could They Possibly Win?”* Campaigns do not commit resources at this level without internal polling and strategic modeling that shows a path to victory. And sure enough, in that same Capitol Times piece, the Arizona committee chair alluded to private polling that allegedly showed less than majority support for adult-use markets in the state. The orchestrated collapse of Republican support for legalization over the past two years offers them hope as well. And if adult-use shows weakness at the ballot box in November, combined with dwindling support for legalization among Republican voters—support that could erode further as prohibitionists use these campaigns to get their message out—it would significantly strengthen the prohibitionists’ hand within the administration, in Congress and in state legislatures across the country. This is not a drill. It is the moment to come together to defeat the prohibitionists and their initiatives so convincingly that their funders stop taking their calls. *Making The Big Case* MPP, as it has done successfully for more than 30 years, will lead here. And while there will obviously be tactical and messaging variance between states, the core question in all three campaigns is the same: whether regulated markets are safer, smarter and more effective than returning to prohibition. It’s an opportunity that we cannot afford to miss. As recent events have begun to turn the nation’s attention back to cannabis, these campaigns provide us with an opportunity to re-center and re-engage the public conversation—not just in three states, but nationally—around the benefits of regulation versus the harms of prohibition. That conversation will focus on protecting public health and safety, reduced youth access, increased personal freedom, rational law enforcement priorities and creating jobs, economic opportunity and state revenues. Making the case against prohibition on broad public policy grounds—particularly to reach and to move people who have no particular interest in cannabis or cannabis users—is advocacy’s sweet spot. It’s what we’ve done successfully for decades, and it’s why more than half of the U.S. population now lives in states with regulated markets. When we do that, and when we defeat these efforts—loudly and convincingly—the results will redound to all aspects of cannabis and cannabinoid policy reform everywhere in the country and at all levels of government. *An Attack On Us All* Make no mistake, this is an attack on the entire industry and cannabis users everywhere—and on legal cannabis itself—regardless of where you live or do business. With the far better argument on our side, we won’t need to outspend the prohibitionists to beat them. But we will need to be competitive. It’s going to require real resources to run campaigns capable of getting our message and our voters out. And while we know that everyone’s struggling, with tens of thousands of cannabis-aligned businesses and professionals in the crosshairs—licensees and allied businesses alike—success cannot and will not depend on a small handful of companies or individuals financing the effort, or upon whether a single state’s industry can raise more or less money to defend themselves. Rather, success will depend on whether the national cannabis business community stands up for themselves and for each other in a show of force by making some meaningful contribution to the common defense. *Failure Is Not An Option* If even one of these initiatives succeeds, it would send a dangerous signal that legal cannabis markets are politically reversible. And that signal would not stop at state borders. It would ripple through capital markets, transactions, insurance underwriting, lending decisions, expansion plans and legislative debates nationwide. As Dentons partners Joanne Caceres and Hannah King warned in a Marijuana Moment op-ed about the initiatives: “Imagine the signal sent to investors if legalization proves politically reversible. The risk premium on cannabis assets would skyrocket. Lenders, insurers, and ancillary service providers would likely pull back. M&A activity, already tepid, could stall.” Even coming close could encourage a second wave of initiatives in states across the country, each requiring significant resources to oppose. These initiatives need to be beaten and beaten soundly to put an end to this. *All Together Now* We cannot leave our brothers and sisters—cannabis consumers, business owners, investors, employees, advocates—in Massachusetts, Maine and Arizona to sink or swim on their own. It’s imperative that we stand with them. Not only because they might otherwise be overwhelmed by prohibitionist spending, but because if they sink, we might all drown. This year, in addition to both new and ongoing legislative work across multiple states, MPP is gearing back up into campaign mode to fight for the freedom of adults to buy safe, regulated cannabis. And for the future of the legal industry that provides it. Not just in Maine, Massachusetts, and Arizona, but everywhere. *Adam Smith is executive director of the Marijuana Policy Project.* The post Legal Marijuana Access Faces An Existential Threat In 2026, And We Must Fight Back (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... 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Bee's Knees Wellness is a women-owned hemp cannabinoid company launched in 2021 with a focus on educating consumers. They offer a range of CBD products, including gummies, tinctures, muscle rubs, skincare, and drink mixes. The review highlights the quality of their products, particularly the spritzes and gummies, while noting the magnesium cream's longer ingredient list. Co-founder Marilee Scruton emphasizes their commitment to clean, high-quality ingredients, transparency, and education through various resources like their website, webinars, and affiliate program. She also discusses the challenges of regulation in the hemp industry and her vision for its future normalization and mainstream acceptance. < Back Bee’s Knees Wellness: CBD for Healthy Living Jun 29, 2025 Raya Fanuzzi Cannabis Now Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Bee’s Knees Wellness isn’t your average hemp cannabinoid company. The women-owned brand launched in 2021 with a mission to bring education to the forefront of the hemp industry. As a purveyor of products developed for health and wellbeing, the Bee’s Knees knows that the more informed people are, the better able they are to make choices that will truly benefit them. Bee’s Knees also recognizes that the flow of information can unite people and build community. On the company’s website, you can find a webinar series called “LIVE With The HIVE,” blog posts, and detailed educational content about CBD and other ingredients found in Bee’s Knees’ product. Bee’s Knees also has an affiliate program with dozens of consultants from across the US. “Ultimately, we really want to make wellness a kinetic thing,” states their website. “When you experience the power that one of our products has to change your life physically or mentally, you want to shout it out to the entire world, so we built a business model that rewards that kind of thing.” Keep reading to find out what I think of the Bees Knee’s products after trying some for myself, plus an interview with co-founder Marilee Scruton. Scruton shares her personal Bee’s Knee picks, plus a deeper explanation of the motivation behind the brand and all they’re doing to keep education at the forefront. *Product Review: Thoughtful and Thorough * Bee’s Knees Wellness offers an array of CBD products from gummies, tinctures and muscle rubs, to more unique and innovative items like hemp-powered skincare, tincture spritzes and drink mixes. This brand has something for everyone. Maybe you’re looking for a product to support a specific area of your life such as pain management, focus or sleep, or maybe you are just looking to boost general wellness. From the lineup of Bee’s Knees Wellness goods, I tried both of the tincture spritzes, the magnesium cream and all four kinds of gummies. As someone who does my best to make conscious decisions and is very selective about the products I use, I am truly impressed by the thoughtfulness and thoroughness that went into developing the Bee’s Knees Wellness range of hemp-derived wellness products. Keep reading to find out why I like these so much! *Spritzes* The spritzes come in an orange-flavored ‘Energy’ blend made with organic MCT Oil, CBG, ashwagandha and ginseng; and a ‘Bliss’ spritz with organic MCT Oil, Delta-8 and flavoring from organic mint terpenes. The ingredient list for the spritzes are clean and concise. They have absolutely no junk in them, they function well, are super convenient and will be going right into my purse. *Magnesium Cream* The magnesium cream comes in a simple and effective plastic pump-top container. The cream has a smooth, rich texture that glides onto the skin and provides both instant and long-lasting relief. I will say, the ingredient list for the cream is longer and a bit more suspect than most of the other Bee’s Knees Wellness products. However, it’s worth noting that the main components of the cream are wholesome and nourishing, including witch hazel, menthol, arnica oil, peppermint and rosehip essential oils, and of course, magnesium. I also appreciate the importance of a formula that is properly emulsified so the benefits of the cream are evenly distributed with each pump, which can be extremely hard to achieve without the use of some of those harder-to-pronounce ingredients. Overall, I’m really excited to have this cream on hand to help keep my magnesium levels up, for everyday tension relief, and in case of any muscular strain or soreness. *Bee’s Knees Wellness Gummies* These edibles come in a tropical flavor with Delta-9 and CBD, a full-spectrum Delta-8 and CBG Watermelon flavor, a lemon CBD variety, and a raspberry lemon ‘Dream’ gummy with CBG, CBN, Magnesium and Melatonin. Everything about these gummies is a 10 out of 10 from me; from the consistency, to the flavor, to the effect and most importantly, the ingredients. The list of ingredients for all the gummies is short and sweet and includes only simple, clean and expertly formulated ingredients. The team at Bee’s Knees Wellness are self-proclaimed “Picky Product Perfectionists” who truly prioritize wellness. They just earned themselves a new customer. I’m happy to report that after trying Bee’s Knees Wellness products, I relate to the sentiment posted on the company’s website about feeling so excited about the power of these products that I want to shout it from the rooftops or rather, proclaim it on these pages: These products are great! *Meet Bee’s Knees Co-Founder, Marilee Scruton* I had a quick chat with Bee’s Knees co-founder Marilee Scruton to get a behind-the-scenes look at the brand, plus Scruton’s thoughts are on the future of the hemp industry. *Cannabis Now: On any given day, which of Bee’s Knees Wellness products do you keep on hand, and why?* MS: I always start my day with a dropper full of our Cinnamon CBG Tincture. CBG is a powerful component of the plant known for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-microbial, and neuroprotective qualities. It is known to be great for digestive health and also provides me with a boost of energy. It interacts with our endocannabinoid system much like THC does without the euphoria associated with THC, so it’s an excellent way to start the day. Studies show it can help reduce cell proliferation, migration and survival in various tumor types, so for me, CBG will always be on the rotation! *CN: When you first got into the industry and discovered the market was populated with unsatisfactory products, what were the most significant concerns or red flags that stood out to you?* MS: That is a good question, and the very reason I started Bee’s Knees Wellness. I wasn’t finding the quality of products I wanted to see and use. There were a lot of artificial ingredients, and it concerned me then and still concerns me today when I see companies making false claims and/or providing inaccurate information. It’s complicated and there is a lot to know, but it’s incumbent on those of us in the industry to help educate the consumer so they can make sound decisions on what’s right for them. *CN: According to your website, Bee’s Knees provides luxury products. Luxury can mean different things for different people. How is luxury defined and embodied at Bee’s Knees?* MS: Another great question! To us, luxury means clean, high-quality ingredients, standout packaging and products that deliver real results. We create effective, honest formulas without the steep price tag. While we’re not the cheapest—or the most expensive—we never cut corners. Our customers can trust us for consistent quality across every product, now and always. *CN: Your team has created extensive educational resources, including webinars, detailed informational content, and an affiliate program that has consultants across the nation. Bee’s Knees Wellness prioritizes education and community engagement. Can you comment on how it feels to be part of this thriving “hive” that you helped establish?* MS: My journey within the industry started when I opened a brick-and-mortar store on Main Street in Park City, Utah, in 2020. I wanted an attractive and welcoming space where people could ask questions and sample products without feeling intimidated. We have a lot of educational graphics and takeaways—people love that ECS visual! My staff is well-trained and educated, and my most successful salespeople are the ones with the most knowledge. My store, Hemped Park City, was truly the impetus to creating Bee’s Knees Wellness, and learning what customers wanted, needed and responded to helped foster our culture of education and community at Bee’s Knees. With education in mind, one of the first things we did after launching the BKW website, was to create an educational website. The Hemp Learning Channel is loaded with research and information that both our consultants and customers, or anyone really, can go to. We also provide formalized self-directed training to those who want it. Those with the most knowledge are the ones who excel and thrive! *CN: What are your aspirations or visions for the future of the hemp industry?* MS: My hope is that regulations will normalize, if that’s even possible. We are based in Utah with some of the strictest regulations in the country, and things continue to change both locally and federally, so stabilization there would be ideal. As both a manufacturer and retailer, I often say it’s like playing ‘Whack-a-Mole’ to keep up with the continual changes. Regardless, though, we are nimble and we continue to bob and weave to adapt. I, of course, would like everyone to utilize hemp in one form or another. We are seeing it become more and more mainstream, and that will help diminish some of the stigma, so more people will be open to it. I firmly believe there is something for everyone, and with a little more education and guidance, we can help make that happen. The post Bee’s Knees Wellness: CBD for Healthy Living 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

Cheeba is an initiative 71-compliant digital art and smoke shop located in the Eastern Market/Navy Yard area of Southeast Washington, DC. Cheeba offers a variety of premium CBD products for holistic healing and smoking accessories to enhance your euphoric experience. We specialize in high-caliber cannabis gifts with four tiers of cannabis gifting options and quality edibles to satisfy beginners and connoisseurs. Cheeba DC WEBSITE MENU REVIEWS 920 11th St SE Washington, DC, 20003 (202) 451-0848 Email: cheebadc@gmail.com IG: @cheebadc Cheeba DC is an i-71 compliant dispensary, digital art gallery, and smoke shop located in the Eastern Market / Navy Yard area of Southeast Washington, DC. Cheeba offers a variety of premium CBD products for holistic healing and smoking accessories to enhance your euphoric experience. We specialize in high-caliber cannabis gifts with four tiers of cannabis gifting options and quality edibles to satisfy beginners and connoisseurs alike. 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Get ready for Deep Stories’ CannaLand! Arizona’s premier one-day cannabis festival begins 11 a.m. on 4/13. The post Experience CannaLand, the one-of-a-kind celebration presented by Deep Stories appeared first on Leafly. < Back Experience CannaLand, the one-of-a-kind celebration presented by Deep Stories Apr 7, 2025 Leafly Staff Leafly Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Get ready for Deep Stories’ CannaLand! Arizona’s premier one-day cannabis festival begins 11 a.m. on 4/13. The post Experience CannaLand, the one-of-a-kind celebration presented by Deep Stories appeared first on Leafly. < 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

< Back Damien Cornwell: Leading Through Chaos in New York’s Cannabis Market Jun 20, 2025 TG Branfalt Ganjapreneur Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link #ERROR! < 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

Mini joints are taking dispensaries by storm, offering convenience, control, and just the right amount of cannabis for any occasion. The post Tiny joints, big buzz: Why mini joints are cannabis consumers’ new favorites appeared first on Leafly. < Back Tiny joints, big buzz: Why mini joints are cannabis consumers’ new favorites May 19, 2025 Leafly Staff Leafly Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Mini joints are taking dispensaries by storm, offering convenience, control, and just the right amount of cannabis for any occasion. The post Tiny joints, big buzz: Why mini joints are cannabis consumers’ new favorites appeared first on Leafly. < 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

Cannabis operators face a confusing policy landscape and must navigate it to find profit, raising the question of appropriate risk levels. < Back How much should marijuana operators risk? Dec 4, 2025 Chris Roberts MJbizDaily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Cannabis operators are staring down a confusing policy landscape. To find profit, they'll need to navigate it until it changes. How much should marijuana operators risk? 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

Key GOP congressional lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban most consumable hemp products. The bill would redefine hemp to prohibit products with any amount of THC or similar cannabinoids. Rep. Dave Joyce supports regulating the industry and wants to ensure only adults have access. The bill could ban even non-intoxicating CBD products with trace amounts of THC. The long-term solution may come through the next Farm Bill. The alcohol industry is pushing for federal regulation of intoxicating hemp-derived products. < Back Key GOP Congressmen, Including Pro-Marijuana Legalization Member, Defend Effort to Ban Consumable Hemp Products Jun 6, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Key GOP congressional lawmakers—including one member who supports marijuana legalization—don’t seem especially concerned about provisions in a new spending bill that would put much of the hemp industry in jeopardy by banning most consumable products derived from the plant. In interviews with Marijuana Moment, Congressional Cannabis Caucus co-chair Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) and House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glen Thompson (R-PA), as well as Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA), weighed in on the hemp language in the large-scale bill that cleared the the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies on Thursday. Under the measure, hemp would be redefined under federal statute in a way that would prohibit cannabis products containing any “quantifiable” amount of THC or “any other cannabinoids that have similar effects (or are marketed to have similar effects) on humans or animals” as THC. While Joyce backs legalizing and regulating cannabis for adult use, he said the language from the 2018 Farm Bill that federally legalized hemp and its derivatives “has been the stepping stone for the gas station delivery of intoxicants, whether that’s hemp or chemically manufactured [products] or whatever other shit it is that they sell at gas stations.” “And there’s no age limit on it. So you’re handcuffing the regular cannabis industry that has strict standards that they have to meet everywhere, and yet this industry has flourished,” he said, adding that problems with the current law have been “exacerbated by people because there are some allegations that [intoxicating hemp products are] cannabis. It’s not hemp anymore.” The congressman also seemed to endorse a push in Ohio to make it so intoxicating hemp products could only be sold to adults at licensed marijuana dispensaries. He said he told Gov. Mike DeWine (R) that, regardless of his views on the issue, the problem is the “gas station stuff that the kids are getting that all these people are up in arms about.” That said, Joyce said while he does feel the 2018 Farm Bill’s hemp provisions included a “loophole” that’s been exploited, he hasn’t read the text of the latest legislation yet. “I’m all for regulating the industry… It has to be regulated so that only adults are getting it,” he said. To be clear, beyond simply regulating hemp products for adult access, the appropriations legislation that’s advancing in the House would have the effect of outright banning even non-intoxicating CBD products that contain trace amounts of THC, industry advocates say. Thompson, for his part, said that although his committee “improved upon” and “clarified” federal hemp laws between the 2014 and 2018 versions of the Farm Bill, “unfortunately there were some unintended consequences.” “Some folks that really took advantage of [the hemp language] and they used it to manufacture intoxicants, and I think that’s what [the House Appropriations Committee] is trying to address,” he said. However, he said the more likely long-term solution will come through the next iteration of the large-scale agriculture legislation, rather than an appropriations bill that must be annually renewed. “This will be determined only within the Farm Bill, and the committee will work its will on it,” the congressman said. “I can tell you that there are a lot of members of the Agriculture Committee in the House who were not happy with how some really took advantage of that language. It was supposed to be about food and fiber—not about intoxicants.” Meanwhile, Correa, who supports marijuana legalization, said he’s “not quite sure what’s motivating” Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD), a vociferous opponent of cannabis reform who chairs the House subcommittee that advanced the spending bill on Thursday. But the congressman said he hopes Harris will be “okay with our psychedelics stuff,” referring to efforts to support research into plant medicine as part of his Congressional Psychedelics Advancing Therapies (PATH) Caucus. Harris said in opening remarks at Thursday’s hearing that the legislation “closes the hemp loophole from the 2018 Farm Bill that has resulted in the proliferation of intoxicating cannabinoid products, including delta-8 and hemp flower being sold online and in gas stations nationwide under the false guise of being ‘USDA approved.’” “As many states have stepped in to curb these dangerous products from reaching consumers, particularly children, it’s time for Congress to act to close this loophole, while protecting the legitimate industrial hemp industry,” he said. The provisions in the bill now heading to a full committee vote would effectively eliminate the most commonly marketed hemp products within the industry, as even non-intoxicating CBD items that are sold across the country typically contain trace amounts of THC. Under current law, those products are allowed if they contain no more than 0.3 percent THC by dry weight. The hemp language is largely consistent with appropriations and agriculture legislation that was introduced, but not ultimately enacted, under the last Congress. Hemp industry stakeholders rallied against that proposal, an earlier version of which was also included in the base bill from the subcommittee last year. It’s virtually identical to a provision of the 2024 Farm Bill that was attached by a separate committee last May via an amendment from Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL), which was also not enacted into law. *— 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. —* Jonathan Miller, general counsel of the U.S. Hemp Roundtable, told congressional lawmakers in April that the market is “begging” for federal regulations around cannabis products. At the hearing, Rep. James Comer (R-KY) also inquired about FDA inaction around regulations, sarcastically asking if it’d require “a gazillion bureaucrats that work from home” to regulate cannabinoids such as CBD. The consumable hemp product crackdown isn’t exclusive to the federal government, as multiple states—from California to Florida—have moved to ban intoxicating cannabinoids in recent months. In Texas, the legislature recently delivered a bill to the governor that would outlaw all consumable hemp-derived cannabinoid products containing any detectable THC. Gov. Greg Abbott (R) has declined to say how he will act on the measure. Meanwhile, alcohol industry representatives descended on Washington, D.C. in April to urge members of Congress to create a federal regulatory framework for intoxicating hemp-derived products such as cannabinoid-infused beverages—a market segment that’s ballooned since the legalization of hemp through the 2018 Farm Bill. A report from Bloomberg Intelligence (BI) last year called cannabis a “significant threat” to the alcohol industry, citing survey data that suggests more people are using cannabis as a substitute for alcoholic beverages such a beer and wine. Last November, meanwhile, a beer industry trade group put out a statement of guiding principles to address what it called “the proliferation of largely unregulated intoxicating hemp and cannabis products,” warning of risks to consumers and communities resulting from THC consumption. *The LCB contributed reporting from Washington, D.C. * Doctor Seeking To Reschedule Psilocybin To Treat Dying Patients Demands DEA Update After Agency Agreed To Initiate Federal Review *Photo courtesy of Brendan Cleak.* The post Key GOP Congressmen, Including Pro-Marijuana Legalization Member, Defend Effort to Ban Consumable Hemp Products 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... 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A recent survey indicates that two-thirds of Americans (67%) report experiencing stress more easily compared to five years ago, with increased prices (47%), traffic delays (40%), and miscommunications (39%) being major stressors. The survey also revealed the top 10 smallest things/sounds that cause stress, such as seeing someone they don't want to talk to (46%) or Wi-Fi lagging (40%). In response, 20% take CBD gummies and 30% use THC products daily, reporting stress level decreases of 54% and 68%, respectively. Nearly three in five (58%) believe the stigma around CBD and THC has lessened. Stress impacts the quality of life (73%) and sleep (77%), leading to the average respondent taking CBD gummies three nights a week and THC products four nights a week. CBDfx, a U.S.-based company founded in 2014, offers various CBD products. < Back Survey: More Americans Using THC, CBD to Manage Rising Stress Jun 19, 2025 Staff MG Magazine Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *LOS ANGELES —* Compared to just five years ago, two-thirds of Americans (67%) find themselves getting stressed easier, according to a new survey. Among the highest stressors are increased prices (47%), running late when stuck in traffic (40%), and simple miscommunications (39%). The survey of 2,000 Americans, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of CBDfx between April 30 and May 8, also identified the Top 10 Smallest Things/Sounds That Cause Americans Stress: - When I see someone that I don’t want to talk to – 46% - A knock on the front door when I’m not prepared for guests – 44% - People talking to me when I want silence – 43% - When my Wi-Fi is lagging or cuts out – 40% - Listening to someone chewing loudly – 40% - Phone calls when I’m not expecting one – 34% - Someone near me heavy breathing – 25% - My alarm clock/alarm – 21% - Text message alerts – 16% - My phone/notifications going off during a meeting – 15% The survey found 20% of respondents take CBD gummies and 30% use THC products on a daily basis in order to combat their stress. Users reported their stress levels are decreased by an average of 54% after taking a CBD gummy, while THC users find that their stress drops by more than two-thirds (68%). This may be why another two-thirds (67%) agree Americans would be less stressed if they all indulged in some CBD or THC. On a related note, nearly three in five (58%) respondents believe that there’s less stigma surrounding CBD and THC products today, compared to 10 years ago. “One of the benefits of CBD’s interaction with the body’s endocannabinoid system is a calming effect that works great for dialing down stress,” said Jameson Rodgers, CBDfx co-founder. “THC can have similar positive effects—enhanced by the compound’s natural mood elevation benefits—making it another great choice for stress relief.” Seventy-three percent of Americans surveyed said stress has an impact on their quality of life, and an even larger number (77%) said it has an impact on their quality of sleep. To combat this, the average respondent takes CBD gummies an average of three nights a week, while 16% use CBD gummies nightly. Respondents also average using THC products four nights each week, with 29% doing so on a nightly basis. “Over time, lack of sleep can have a negative effect on many areas of a person’s overall health, including stress. When you’re tired, stress can be more difficult to manage and, potentially, can do more long-term damage,” said Rodgers. “CBD sleep products can be an effective natural sleep aid. Those same calming effects that make CBD great for stress relief also make it an effective base ingredient for sleep aids, along with compounds like CBN (cannabinol), melatonin, chamomile, and other natural ingredients. THC works well with those same natural sleep ingredients, helping to elevate one’s mood and help them relax before bedtime.” About CBDfx CBDfx is a U.S.-based company founded in 2014 on providing high-quality cannabidiol (CBD) wellness products in a wide variety of formats from tinctures and topicals to gummies and capsules. CBDfx products are sold in more than 25,000 points of distribution in 21 countries and online. < 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

D.C., Virginia, and Maryland cannabis news from June 18 to June 24, 2025. < Back Self-certification fuels D.C Out-of-State patient Surge, MD Pardons Roll Out, & Firefighter’s Medical Cannabis Battle Continues Jun 25, 2025 LJ Dawson Outlaw Report Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link D.C., Virginia and Maryland cannabis news June 18 to June 24, 2025. 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

The SPYDR 3 provides lighting and canopy control to improve the performance of cannabis production. < Back Fluence Debuts SPYDR 3: Pioneering Fixture Upgrades Output and Efficiency for Cannabis Growers Jun 18, 2025 Staff Cannabis Business Times Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link The SPYDR 3 offers precision lighting and uniform canopy control to boost performance for multitier cannabis production. < 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

Efforts to ban hemp-derived THC are expected to continue after the government shutdown, impacting cannabis reform. This information is from MJBizDaily. < Back Hemp THC ban, cannabis reform in limbo during federal shutdown Oct 7, 2025 Chris Roberts MJbizDaily Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Efforts to ban hemp-derived THC are likely to resume after the government shutdown. Hemp THC ban, cannabis reform in limbo during federal shutdown 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