Republican-Led Bill To Legalize And Tax Marijuana Emerges As Alternative To Democratic Measures

Nov 3, 2021 | Federal, News

A new Republican-led congressional marijuana legalization bill is imminent, Marijuana Moment has learned. The measure is being framed by advocates as a compromise between simple descheduling as proposed by other GOP lawmakers and wide-ranging comprehensive legislation...

Congressional Cannabis Caucus Co-Chairs Urge President Biden To Pardon Federal Cannabis Prisoners

Feb 22, 2021 | Federal

37 members of Congress sent a letter to President Biden on Thursday, urging him to issue a blanket pardon to those with federal nonviolent cannabis offenses. The effort was led by Congressional Cannabis Caucus co-chairs Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Earl Blumenauer (D-OR)...

These States Have The Highest Cannabis Sales Taxes In America

Feb 21, 2021 | Federal

It can be argued that the high taxes are well-intentioned, signaling support for an inclusive cannabis market. Due to ongoing federal prohibition, America’s cannabis regulations remain fragmented by state. Until reform occurs, states will continue to set their program...

With Lobbying Clout, Big Pot Is Here: Cannabis Weekly

Feb 14, 2021 | Federal

Big Alcohol and Big Tobacco have garnered a formidable reputation in the lobbying arena over the years. Big Pot is now looking for a piece of the action. Disparate players from the cannabis industry banded together last week in a new organization, called the U.S....

Top Cannabis Innovators Combine to Launch US Cannabis Council

Feb 12, 2021 | Press Releases

Top cannabis establishments in the industry form the US Cannabis Council (USCC) to help landscape the future of cannabis. In a recent press release (1), the formation of the largest coalition of its kind was announced—the US Cannabis Council (USCC), a 501(c)4...