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Attorney General Pressed On Rescheduling Drugs And Legalizing Marijuana By House Judiciary Chair

Apr 9, 2026 | Press Releases

Two key House lawmakers sent a letter to the attorney general on Friday, condemning the recent expansion of Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) authority amid mass protests and criticizing the agency’s objectives as out of step with the movement to legalize...

Oregon’s Nectar Cannabis Fined $66,000 and AJ’s Nirvana Farm License Revoked

Apr 9, 2026 | Press Releases

One of Oregon’s largest and oldest cannabis companies, Nectar was fined for violations on seven of it’s licences across the state. Five of its grow operations were fined, their Portland dispensary was fined and their wholesale division for a total of over 66,000...

A Quick-Hit Guide to Black-Owned Cannabusinesses in Oregon

Apr 9, 2026 | Press Releases

Real talk: It’s one thing to feel empowered to foment tremendous change, but it requires effort, intention and consideration every single day—that includes how and where we spend our dollars. Now is the time to put your money (if you’ve got it) where your...

E-Commerce Technology: Changing The Future Of Cannabis Retail For Dispensaries/Brands

Apr 9, 2026 | Press Releases

Up until a few months ago, the cannabis industry was primarily fueled by brick-and-mortar retail sales. Although relying on physical foot traffic was arguably not the most modern approach to drive sales, retailers and brands were often encumbered by strict delivery or...

Method Man Launches Cannabis Venture to Support Black Business

Apr 9, 2026 | Press Releases

Method Man, the actor and rapper known for his work with Wu-Tang Clan, is launching a cannabis business that aims to bring more black ownership to the industry. Tical, named after his 1994 solo debut album, will start selling marijuana to four black-owned dispensaries...

Democrats introduce bill to include cannabis businesses in coronavirus relief

Apr 9, 2026 | Press Releases

Reps. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) and Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.) have introduced a bill to make legal cannabis businesses eligible for federal coronavirus relief aid meant for small businesses.  The legislation would grant the businesses eligibility for the Paycheck...
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