First Cannabis Retailer in Anchorage, Alaska Receives City Approval
Thu / Oct 6th
The Anchorage Assembly voted on Tuesday to approve the Arctic Herbery — a cannabis cultivation and retailer enterprise proposed by entrepreneur… Read More
Licensing
Every new business operating in a legal market must obtain a marijuana license, much like a liquor license. License types range from producer/processors to retail and dispensaries and may vary depending on your state. Below are articles and news that touch on cannabis licensing.
Oakland’s Equity Cannabis Licensing Plan Could Scuttle Legal Industry
Wed / Oct 5th
The cannabis licensing plan in Oakland, California — which would see half of the city’s permits go to individuals jailed… Read More
Maryland MMJ Commission Meets with Legislative Black Caucus over Licensing Process
Wed / Oct 5th
Maryland’s Legislative Black Caucus has met privately with members of the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission, after meeting with Gov. Larry… Read More
Company Approved for Maryland MMJ License Has Family Ties to Top Lobbyist
Tue / Oct 4th
One of the companies initially ranked outside of the top 15 rankings for a preliminary cultivation license by the Maryland… Read More
Second Company Joins Rejected MMJ Applicant in Maryland Lawsuit
Fri / Sep 30th
A second would-be medical marijuana cultivator in Maryland is joining a lawsuit against the state Cannabis Commission on the grounds… Read More
Oregon Officials Consider Delaying Implementation of New Cannabis Industry Rules
Thu / Sep 29th
Many cannabis businesses are not yet ready to comply with Oregon’s new testing, packaging, and labeling rules and are asking… Read More
Calaveras County, CA Has Collected $3.7M in MMJ Fees But Hasn’t Awarded a Single License
Tue / Sep 27th
Despite collecting more than $3.7 million in fees, not a single cannabis farm has been approved by California’s Calaveras County… Read More
Connecticut to Begin Accepting MMJ Research Applications
Tue / Sep 27th
Connecticut’s Department of Consumer Protection will begin accepting research application on Oct. 1 that would allow approved hospitals, growers, universities,… Read More
Ruling by Florida Judge Could Force Health Department to Pick New Licensee
Mon / Sep 26th
A Florida administrative law judge has ruled that the Department of Health broke its own rules when it granted growing… Read More
Nevada MMJ Company Suing State and County Over License Refusal
Fri / Sep 23rd
A Nevada medical marijuana company that was granted a provisional license in 2014 is suing the state and Storey County… Read More
Oakland Proposal Would Give City a 25 Percent Ownership Stake in New Cannabis Companies
Fri / Sep 23rd
A City Council proposal in Oakland, California would force every new cannabis business applicant to turn over 25 percent of… Read More
Company Denied Maryland MMJ License Sues Commission
Tue / Sep 20th
One of the two companies denied a medical marijuana grower license in Maryland is suing the state Medical Cannabis Commission,… Read More
Maryland Applicants Threatening Legal Action Over MMJ License Denials
Thu / Sep 15th
Two companies that were passed over by the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission are alleging unfair treatment and threatening legal action… Read More
Alaska Approves First Cannabis Retailers and Produers
Fri / Sep 9th
The first retail cannabis shops and product manufacturers were given the green light by regulators in Alaska, the Alaska Dispatch… Read More
First Two Cannabis Testing Labs Licensed in Oregon
Thu / Sep 1st
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission licensed two Portland laboratories to test cannabis before it hits dispensary shelves, The Oregonian reports.… Read More
Black Caucus to Meet With Maryland Governor Over Lack of Diversity in MMJ Licenses
Tue / Aug 23rd
The chairwoman of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland is urging the governor to intervene in the awarding of medical… Read More
New York Gov. Signs Hemp Bill, First Farm Licensed
Tue / Aug 23rd
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed a bill authorizing the sale, distribution, transportation, and processing of industrial hemp, which… Read More
Seattle Licensing Snafu Sparks Lawsuit Against LCB
Thu / Jun 30th
The curtain is closing on medical cannabis in Washington, but Seattle-based dispensary owner John Davis is not giving up the… Read More
Hawaii Now Accepting Medical Cannabis License Applications
Fri / Jan 15th
Those seeking to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Hawaii can now access the application online at mmjdisp.ehawaii.gov. The state… Read More
Seattle Changes Zoning Laws to Allow Marijuana Businesses in More Places
Wed / Jan 13th
The Seattle City Council voted on Monday to allow cannabis businesses to operate closer to parks and in more neighborhoods across… Read More
Oregon Begins Recreational Cannabis Licensing Process
Mon / Jan 4th
The Oregon Liquor Control Commission opened its online application process for recreational cannabis licenses early Monday morning. According to Noelle… Read More
Maryland Receives Over 1,000 Medical Cannabis License Applications
Mon / Nov 30th
Maryland officials recently announced that they have received more than 1,000 applications for medical cannabis licenses. Of the 1,081 total applications,… Read More
Oregon Marijuana Business Licenses Likely to Have Residency Requirements
Mon / Mar 9th
At the inaugural meeting of Portland’s newly-formed NORML chapter, New Approach Oregon spokesman Anthony Johnson answered questions about Measure 91, last… Read More
Minnesota MMJ Licenses Awarded to LeafLine Labs and Minnesota Medical Solutions
Mon / Dec 1st
The Minnesota Department of Health announced on Monday the names of the first two businesses to receive state-issued business licenses… Read More