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The Roll-Up #108: Meet the new Leafly flower
Leafly Podcasts - Published on October 4, 2019Read moreBruce wants a quilt of pretty Leafly cannabis flowers. Also, we’re all over vape carts and that KISS shark concert.
End-of-life hospital care in California could soon include cannabis
Meg Hartley - Published on October 3, 2019Read moreThe California State Legislature unanimously approved SB305, titled “Ryan’s Law.” It’s now on its way to Governor Newsom, who is expected to sign it in the coming weeks. If all goes as predicted, it will come into effect on January 1, 2020.
Nevada’s first cannabis tasting room is set to open
Chris Kudialis - Published on October 3, 2019Read moreNevada’s state lawmakers say cannabis lounges can’t open until 2021. But with a site on tribal land, one operator isn’t waiting.
Virginia’s attorney general wants to legalize cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on October 3, 2019Read more“Virginians know we can do better. It’s time to move toward legal, regulated adult use,” AG Mark Herring said, pointing to a study showing that more than half of Virginians agree with him.
Nevada cannabis official at center of licensing scandal loses job
Chris Kudialis - Published on October 2, 2019Read moreJorge Pupo, head of the state’s retail licensing agency, is out after charges of favoritism and manipulation.
You’re wrong, Governor: Vape bans will only make things worse
Bruce Barcott - Published on September 30, 2019Read moreAirplanes are falling out of the sky, and governors respond by banning buses.
Billions at stake as Wisconsin discusses cannabis legalization
The Associated Press - Published on September 30, 2019Read moreLegalizing medical cannabis would be a net $1.1 billion benefit for the state, bringing in fees while potentially reducing opioid overdoses, addiction and traffic fatalities.
Cannabis industry optimistic on banking despite murky Senate prospects
Raj Chander - Published on September 27, 2019Read moreThe bill, which the House passed 321–103 on Wednesday, is seen as a major win for banks, investors, and much of the legal cannabis industry. What’s next?
The Roll-Up #107: Should you floss after smoking?
Leafly Podcasts - Published on September 27, 2019Read moreDry mouth is nothing to joke about. Okay, well, it is kinda, but seriously it’s not good for long-term oral health. Discuss.
The Green Party’s cannabis platform makes zero sense
Jesse B. Staniforth - Published on September 26, 2019Read moreElizabeth May revealed the Green Party’s position on cannabis policy as part of its 88-page election platform, released on Monday.