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Numerous news organizations over the past week have run exaggerated headlines about a supposed change in the federal government’s policy on bringing marijuana into airports and on airplanes. But it isn’t true, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) tells Marijuana Moment. “TSA’s policy on medical marijuana has not changed,” a TSA spokesperson said in an email on Wednesday. “Per TSA’s website: If any illegal substance or evidence of criminal activity is discovered during security screening, TSA will refer the matter to a law enforcement officer,” they said. While it is true that the . . .

Louisiana lawmakers have passed a bill to let patients with terminal and irreversible conditions use medical marijuana in hospitals, sending it to the governor. The House of Representatives approved the legislation from Sen. Katrina Jackson-Andrews (D) in a 54-44 vote on Tuesday after it previously passed the Senate by a margin of 33-2 last month. It now heads to the desk of Gov. Jeff Landry (R). Under the proposal, hospitals would have to create written guidelines allowing covered patients to consume medical cannabis on-site in forms other than smoking or vaping. Under an amendment adopted . . .

The FY27 bill now advances to the Senate, where lawmakers will decide whether to retain the provision in the final appropriations package. The post House-Approved Funding Bill Provides Medical Cannabis Access for Veterans appeared first on NORML.

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has launched a medical marijuana portal application for state-legal medical cannabis companies to apply to become federally legal as a Schedule III drug. State-legal medical cannabis companies have until June 27th to apply. It’s unclear what will happen to those who do not. The most significant issue this would solve [ . . . ] Source: DEA Operating Federally Legal Medical MJ Portal as Schedule III Process Progresses from Heady NJ

Despite repeat passage by the legislature and strong public support, Virginia’s governor once again handed down a veto of regulated sales. The post VA Governor vetoes legalization bill appeared first on The Leaf Online.

“People in this field definitely need somebody to stick up for them, because it’s a little easy to get steamrolled.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent It’s been about two years since Will Braddum was fired from his position at Sinse marijuana cultivation and manufacturing facility in south St. Louis, Missouri, along with more than a dozen others. For him, the marijuana industry had been a career, but he’d seen how “cutthroat” the corporate side can be, he said, and how vulnerable he and other employees were without representation. “The only way to pad myself from human resources is to . . .

A coalition of hemp businesses that asked Virginia’s governor to veto legislation to legalize recreational marijuana sales before she did so this week says the move presents an “opportunity” to craft better cannabis policy. The Cannabis Small Business Association said in a press release on Tuesday that while its members support the idea of creating a “well-regulated adult-use cannabis market,” they were concerned that the now-vetoed bills would have “left Virginia’s existing small hemp operators and family-owned cannabis businesses without a viable path forward.” “The veto is not a . . .

Something significant is happening in the wellness space right now. More people are taking their health seriously, asking harder questions about what they put in their bodies, and looking for plant-based alternatives that feel natural rather than clinical. Hemp products have landed right in the middle of this shift, and in 2026, the demand shows no signs of slowing down. The Wellness Movement Is Changing What People Want A Shift Toward Natural Options Across the board, consumers are moving away from synthetic solutions when natural alternatives exist. This is visible in the growth of herbal . . .

Ordering cannabis online has become a normal part of life for many adults in legal states. It is convenient, fast, and gives you access to a wider selection than many physical stores. But not every online order goes smoothly, especially if you are new to it. Knowing what to look for before you click that order button can save you a lot of frustration. Make Sure It Is Legal Where You Are This one comes first for a reason. Cannabis laws in the United States still vary a great deal from state to state, and even between cities and counties. Before you place any order, confirm that cannabis . . .

The cannabis landscape has changed a lot over the past few years. In 2026, more medical patients than ever are looking beyond traditional options and paying close attention to hemp flower. It is natural, familiar in form, and widely available. For patients who want something closer to the whole plant experience, it has become a very interesting area to explore. What Is Hemp Flower and Why Does It Matter Hemp flower is the raw, dried bud of the hemp plant. It looks and smells very similar to traditional cannabis flower, but it contains only trace amounts of the compounds that cause a strong . . .

CBD has gone from a niche wellness topic to something millions of people talk about openly. And among all the ways to take it, vaping has quietly become one of the most popular choices for daily users. If you have been curious about why so many people are making the switch, this article breaks it down simply and honestly. What Makes CBD Vaping Different It Works Quickly When you swallow a CBD capsule or eat an edible, your body has to digest it first. That takes time. Vaping works differently. When you inhale CBD vapor, it enters your bloodstream through your lungs almost immediately. Most . . .

For many medical cannabis patients, finding a comfortable and effective way to consume their medication matters just as much as the medicine itself. Water pipes have become one of the most popular choices, and it is easy to see why. They offer a cooler, smoother experience compared to other methods, making them especially appealing for patients who want to reduce throat and lung irritation. What Is a Water Pipe and How Does It Work? A water pipe, often called a glass water pipe or filtration pipe, uses water to cool and filter the smoke before it reaches your lungs. When you inhale, the smoke . . .

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) on Tuesday vetoed a bill to create an adult-use cannabis market after lawmakers rejected her substitute proposal last month. Although she said on the campaign trail that she would sign a cannabis sales proposal, Spanberger’s veto continues a three-year precedent established by her predecessor, Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin, who vetoed two cannabis sales measures back-to-back in 2024 and 2025. The move all but guarantees there will be no further progress on the issue until the next legislative session in 2027. The governor’s veto message claims the . . .

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey (D) on Tuesday appointed the three new members of the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC), the agency tasked with regulating the state’s adult-use and cannabis industries. The appointments come about a month after Healey signed into law sweeping cannabis industry reforms that reduced the number of CCC commissioners from five to three – all appointed by the governor – and enacted other reforms, including doubling the cannabis purchasing limit from one to two ounces. Gov. Healey named Christopher Harding, Xiomara DeLobato, and Anthony Wilson as Commissioners and . . .

It’s been a while since we wrote a “brass tacks” post on Oregon cannabis licensing. This blog post will cover some FAQs, from the perspective of an attorney who has worked on hundreds of these deals, since the very first licenses were transferred. Is OLCC issuing new marijuana licenses? Yes, but on a “one in and one out” protocol. The only way to acquire a cannabis license in Oregon is to find a willing seller, and enter into a coordinated transaction with that seller and OLCC. This protocol has followed Oregon’s robust secondary market for “naked license” transfers since January 1, 2022, . . .

A lesser known cannabis component known as CBG could represent a novel treatment in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a new study. Researchers at the Rambam Health Care Campus in Israel released preclinical findings from a study examining cannabigerol, a non-intoxicating cannabinoid, and its potential to reduce inflammation associated with arthritis. While most conventional RA therapies target certain proteins called cytokines, the study authors described using CBG to directly regulate white blood cells, or neutrophils, that can release certain cytokines linked to . . .

Marijuana legalization might be a popular policy issue in recent polls, but most Americans don’t think cannabis itself is “cool,” according to a new survey. In fact, marijuana is considered less cool than things like sourdough bread, country music, math, word games and reading books. The YouGov poll looked at public opinion on the subjective concept of coolness-with findings that might challenge conventional thinking. When it comes to a wide range of commodities and activities, marijuana stood out as a comparatively lame, falling near the bottom of the cool list despite being commonly . . .

High-end joints, doinks, and blunts have become one of the fastest growing categories in cannabis, and few products generate more demand than Hash Holes. Known for premium flower, concentrated hash centers, and a connoisseur-level smoking experience, Hash Holes have traditionally been expensive, difficult to make, and nearly impossible to scale. Until now. RollPros is introducing a new Hash Hole capability for the Blackbird XXL, creating a semi-automated path to producing these premium infused pre-rolls with greater speed and consistency. Using a firmware-based process update, the XXL stages . . .

Cannabis entrepreneurs used to be judged by how quickly they could grow their footprint. They tried to “open more stores, win more shelf space, and scale before the market tightened,” John Yang CEO of retail tech platform Treez said. But things have changed as markets have compressed and capital became harder to find. Cannabis industry benchmarks from Northstar show gross margins for dispensaries in open-license markets have compressed to roughly 38% to 42%, compared to 58 . . . Log in or become a WeedWeek Member to read this article. The post Retailers prioritizing profits over footprints . . .

Wanda James, who represents Colorado’s 1st Congressional District on the University of Colorado Board of Regents, is challenging a longtime incumbent in June’s Democratic primary election to represent the district in Congress. “The old politics of caution and careerism does not serve the people,” James’ campaign website declares. And the 61-year-old Navy veteran has a history of shaking things up. Just last July, the Board of Regents voted to censure James over her vocal objections to a Colorado School of Public Health “educational” campaign on supposed risks of “high concentration” cannabis . . .

“Governor Spanberger’s veto is a profound disappointment to the many Virginia voters who believed her when she said on the campaign trail that she supported establishing a regulated adult-use cannabis market. Now, instead of finally taking marijuana out of smoke shops and placing it behind an age-verified counter, Virginia is once again being forced to tolerate another yet year of dangerous illicit market activity in every corner of the Commonwealth.” The post Virginia: Governor Vetoes Legislation Regulating Adult-Use Marijuana Sales appeared first on NORML.

Virginia’s governor has vetoed legislation to legalize recreational marijuana sales after lawmakers rejected her proposed amendments to the proposal. Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) killed the reform bills on Tuesday, days after signing separate legislation to provide resentencing relief for people with past cannabis convictions. “I share the General Assembly’s goal of establishing a safe, legal, and well-regulated cannabis retail marketplace in the Commonwealth,” the governor said. “Virginians deserve a system that replaces the illicit cannabis market with one that prioritizes our children’s . . .

States that legalize medical or recreational marijuana see “significant reductions” in opioid overdoses among adults with employer-sponsored health insurance-indicating that a “substitution” effect may be at play-according to a new federally funded study. While numerous studies have linked state-level legalization to reduced opioid deaths, researchers at the University of Kentucky’s College of Public Health said their data is the first of its kind to identify an association between cannabis access and non-fatal opioid poisonings. The study, published in the journal Preventive Medicine . . .

How to travel with weed: practical tips for flying, driving, camping, and hotels, plus what to know about state laws and TSA. The post How to travel with weed: Our essential tips appeared first on Leafly.

The Dispensary, Cultivation, and Manufacturing Edition Hello fellow cannabis business operators and professionals, We know this is a confusing time for cannabis businesses following the Department of Justice’s announcement of a major change in federal cannabis law and the publication of AG Order No. 6754-2026 on April 28, 2026.