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Kentucky Democratic lawmakers filed a bill to legalize adult-use cannabis in the state and automatically expunge cannabis-related misdemeanor charges.

Lawmakers in the Washington House on Tuesday failed to pass a bill to improve the state’s cannabis social equity considerations.

New York lawmakers passed a bill to let hemp cultivators and processors obtain early conditional licenses for the state’s adult-use cannabis program.

A recent survey found that cannabis consumers have more sex than non-consumers. Additionally, 65% of sexually active cannabis consumers agree that the plant enhances their sex life and helps them get in the mood for sex.

Starting next month, Minnesota medical cannabis patients will be able to buy whole flower products, including pre-rolls.

The New Mexico Senate approved an amendment to the state’s cannabis regulation bill to no longer require cannabis producers and manufacturers to prove they have water rights for their businesses.

In a move that should boost the city’s flailing cannabis industry, San Diego’s City Council voted to reduce the tax rate on cannabis producers from 8% to 2%.

The Virginia Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would let adult-use cannabis sales begin on September 15 but limit licenses to the state’s current medical cannabis companies.

Ascend Wellness Holdings is countering MedMen’s claims that they held undue influence with New York’s Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration during a legal fight about a company takeover.

The Indiana Senate passed a proposal by state Sen. Mike Young (R) which would allow the state attorney general to intervene when county prosecutors decide not to pursue cannabis-related charges.

Under a recent New Hampshire Supreme Court ruling, the use of medical cannabis could be allowed as a workplace accommodation for people with disabilities.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) combined the state’s cannabis and hemp industry regulatory agencies to create the Cannabis Regulatory Agency.

New York is on track to release its proposed cannabis industry regulations in May, which would ready the state to accept license applications later this year.

A Washington bill that passed the state Senate unanimously last week would increase penalties for robbing licensed cannabis retailers.

Alabama lawmakers are ready to consider a bill this week to reduce penalties for possessing two ounces or less of cannabis.

New Jersey’s top cannabis regulator said the state will miss the statutory deadline of February 22 for launching its adult-use market.

The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development announced a $35 million grant intended for communities that were most negatively impacted by cannabis prohibition.

The New York Office of Cannabis Management has sent cease-and-desist letters to businesses suspected of “gifting” cannabis which is not allowed under state law.

Thailand’s Public Health Minister signed a document on Tuesday effectively decriminalizing cannabis in the country.

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) signaled that he supports the push to reform the state’s medical cannabis laws and crack down on illegal operations.