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Minnesota’s Cannabis Landscape Shifts: Lawmakers Push for Key Reforms Ahead of License Rollout

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Minnesota is poised to refine its cannabis regulations as preparations move forward for the state’s licensing system. The Office of Cannabis Management has put forth several proposed changes to current laws, culminating in a conference committee report that was adopted last Friday. The initiative is spearheaded by Rep. Zack Stephenson, a Democrat from Coon Rapids, along with Sen. D. Scott Dibble of Minneapolis. They are advocating for a comprehensive cannabis policy bill, identified as HF1615/SF2370. Rep. Nolan West, a Republican from Blaine, expressed cautious optimism about the agreement, noting it addresses pressing issues within the … Read more

Minnesota’s Political Showdown: Republicans Challenge Two-Year-Old Democratic Legislation

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St. Paul, Minnesota — Tensions are rising between state Democrats and Republicans as discussions intensify over the potential repeal of several laws enacted by the Democratic majority two years ago. Republican lawmakers are particularly focused on legislation that provides unemployment benefits to workers during the summer months, which they argue may burden the state budget. The proposed changes come amid a broader evaluation of laws aimed at enhancing economic support for low-income residents. Republican lawmakers assert that the current unemployment provisions create disincentives for employment. They contend that the measures originally designed to support vulnerable … Read more