Colorado’s HB 1209, also titled the “Marijuana Regulation Streamline Bill,” has been progressing through the state legislature. For cannabis consumers in Colorado, this legislation, if enacted, could redefine their experience at dispensaries. One of the most exciting changes proposed is the increase in purchase limits at retail stores—doubling the current
When voters head to the polls, they expect their voices to carry weight, contributing to the growth of their communities. However, a recent attempt by the Colorado Springs City Council to overturn the results of a recreational marijuana vote has left residents questioning whether their votes truly matter. The council’s
After nearly a decade since Colorado legalized recreational marijuana statewide, Colorado Springs voters finally approved the sale of adult-use cannabis within city limits in November 2024. Despite a decisive 54% majority voting “yes” on Question 300, the city’s leadership is now pushing for a “do-over” vote, claiming voter confusion about
Driving into Denver by way of St. Louis on the long, flat stretch of I-70, the stories of values-driven brands I encountered in Minnesota and Missouri linger in my mind. These stories share a common thread: high barriers to entry, a maze of legal regulations, and steep costs to establish
The state of Colorado is poised to transform mental health care with its natural medicine program. Following voter approval of Proposition 122 in 2022, Colorado is now issuing licenses to facilitate psychedelic mushroom therapy, cementing its place as the second state after Oregon to decriminalize psilocybin, reports the Colorado Newsline.
The DEA recently made a decision to delay the rescheduling of marijuana until after the 2024 election, which has sparked significant debate and uncertainty. For more than 50 years, cannabis has been classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), a category reserved for substances with
Home Depot, one of the largest employers in the United States, is reportedly taking a significant step forward by removing marijuana from its drug screening panels. This change comes at a time when the conversation around cannabis legalization and workplace policies is evolving rapidly. For a company that employs over
Colorado— In a progressive move that has captured the attention of cannabis enthusiasts and industry stakeholders, cannabis regulation in Colorado is set to become more streamlined. The Colorado General Assembly recently passed a bill to reform the state’s marijuana regulations by an overwhelming vote of 34-0. Sens. Kevin Van Winkle
