California cannabis company targeted by ICE announces major workforce updates
California Cannabis Company Overhauls Labor Practices After Immigration Raid A major cannabis company in California revealed on Monday that it will significantly change its labor practices in response to a severe immigration raid at two of its facilities last month. This incident resulted in the death of one worker and the detention of over 360 […]
Boyd secures support from cannabis group and reveals strategy to lift hemp ban
Boyd Receives Support for Cannabis Reform in Alabama Will Boyd, the Democratic candidate for governor, has received backing from the Alabama Cannabis Coalition, a grassroots organization focused on changing the state’s cannabis laws. This announcement coincides with Boyd’s introduction of the “Hybrid Hemp Plan,” a significant strategy intended to reverse Alabama’s ban on hemp and […]
ICE raid at large marijuana operation raises concerns for California’s legal cannabis market
Camarillo – Since federal immigration agents targeted a major licensed cannabis operator this month, messages of fear, sadness, and confusion have flooded the cannabis industry. “It sent a shockwave through the community,” remarked Hirsch Jain, founder of Ananda Strategy, which advises cannabis businesses. “Everyone is communicating through text threads.” The Glasshouse brand, recognized for significantly […]
Alabama’s medical cannabis hearings to proceed under the Administrative Procedure Act
Although it’s been over four years since Alabama legalized medical cannabis, these products still aren’t available. However, a new managed hearing process might finally lead to some licenses being granted. Reports indicate that a long-standing dispute regarding the licensing of medical cannabis facilities could be tackled via a formal procedure led by former Alabama Supreme […]
I believe cannabis should be rescheduled—here’s why you might agree.
Veterans Advocate for Cannabis Rescheduling After more than 25 years in military and security operations, including 23 years in the US military, I’ve witnessed firsthand the true meaning of sacrifice. Leading the army in combat zones, advising senior military leaders, and overseeing numerous high-risk missions in places like Iraq and Afghanistan has shaped my perspective. […]
Alabama father calls on lawmakers to move forward with delayed medical cannabis program
Alabama Medical Cannabis Concerns Persist Four years after medical cannabis was legalized in Alabama, a prominent parent advocate is urging lawmakers to take action as patients continue to face obstacles in accessing care. Dustin Chandler, a supporter of Carly’s Law in 2014—which aimed to help seizure patients use limited amounts of CBD—expressed frustration over the […]
Families take legal action against Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission for not initiating patient registry
Alabama Families Sue Medical Cannabis Commission Five families in Alabama have taken legal action against the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), stating that state agencies have failed to fulfill their legal duty to create registration processes for medical cannabis patients and caregivers. The lawsuit, which was filed on April 25 in Montgomery County Circuit Court, […]
Cannabis Coalition cautions about rising law enforcement actions with the implementation of HB445.
Increased Enforcement on Hemp and THC Products in Alabama Last week, Alabama law enforcement conducted searches at several businesses as part of an investigation into illegal marijuana sales that has been ongoing for nearly a year. Agents confiscated marijuana and various drug paraphernalia, citing violations of Alabama’s current THC and hemp laws. According to the […]
State Senator Tim Melson: The importance of urgently changing cannabis scheduling
Advocating for Cannabis Rescheduling As both a doctor and a lawmaker, I feel it’s my responsibility to prioritize the health of the individuals I serve. That’s why I played a role in passing Alabama’s compassion law in 2021, which allowed medical cannabis for patients with severe conditions. In my experience as an anesthesiologist, I’ve witnessed […]
Weed Gummies: A Modern Take on Edible Cannabis Consumption
Weed garlic has become an edible option for cannabis users, offering modest, accurate and flavorful dosing options in both the recreational and medicinal markets. The edible cannabis sector is one of the fastest growing markets for diversity in the Weed rubbish For medicinal use and its convenience. Several considerations should be taken into consideration prior […]