Marijuana

DEA’s Last Gamble? Judge Mulrooney’s Ruling on Medical Marijuana Sparks Constitutional Showdown

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Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Judge Mary Mulrooney’s recent ruling regarding medical marijuana has ignited discussions about the agency’s future direction amid evolving legal landscapes. Based in Arlington, Virginia, Mulrooney’s decision is widely perceived as a pivotal moment that could alter the DEA’s longstanding stance on cannabis regulation. In her ruling, Mulrooney determined that the classification of marijuana as a Schedule I substance—defined by the federal government as having a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use—may not hold up under scrutiny when assessed alongside emerging scientific evidence. This shift in perspective aligns with … Read more

Texas Lawmakers Push for Medical Marijuana Expansion Amid Efforts to Regulate Hemp Industry

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Austin, Texas – Lawmakers in Texas are moving to expand the state’s medical marijuana program while also considering stricter regulations on hemp products sold across the state. This legislative push aims to address both the needs of patients relying on medical cannabis and the growing unregulated hemp market that has emerged. Currently, only three licensed medical marijuana dispensaries operate in Texas, providing support to an estimated 110,000 patients since the program’s inception in 2018. Nico Richardson, CEO of Texas Original, expressed optimism about the potential expansion, stating that legislators are beginning to understand the importance … Read more

Zoning Battle Delays Launch of First Medical Marijuana Dispensary in St. John Parish

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LAPLACE, La. – A complex legal battle is unfolding in St. John The Baptist Parish, where a zoning dispute is threatening the establishment of the first medical marijuana dispensary in the area. Business owner Omar Pecantte, who has previously opened dispensaries in Houma and Morgan City, finds himself at the center of this controversy after purchasing land for his third Greenleaf Dispensary location on Belle Terre Boulevard in LaPlace. Pecantte’s plans came to a standstill when the local zoning board, through its third-party assessor, declined to issue a building permit for the dispensary. The reasoning … Read more

Hawaii Eyes Major Reforms to Medical Marijuana Program, Targets Unregulated CBD Sales

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Honolulu, Hawaii – Lawmakers in Hawaii are planning significant reforms for the state’s medical marijuana program and are focusing on regulating illicit cannabidiol (CBD) outlets more strictly. The initiative, steered by State Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole and Health chair Joy San Buenaventura, aims to simplify legal access to medical cannabis while cracking down on unauthorized sellers. The proposed changes mark a shift from previous legislative efforts to legalize recreational marijuana, redirecting attention to enhancing the existing medical framework. Keohokalole emphasized the necessity to guide patients towards legal sources for their medical needs instead of relying on … Read more