A bill passed by the Minnesota Legislature, which awaits Governor Tim Walz’s signature, has the chance to impact the state’s new cannabis industry severely. The legislation proposes a 15% special sales tax on adult-use marijuana, up from its original 10%, on top of the existing 6.875% state sales tax. For
Earlier this month, a Minnesota district judge handed down a ruling that shows the fragile intersection of state cannabis regulations and tribal sovereignty. Todd Thompson, a White Earth citizen, faces felony marijuana charges despite operating on tribal land and under the belief that his actions were protected by sovereign rights.
The path to Minnesota’s legal cannabis market has been anything but straightforward. Yesterday, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) reopened its licensing process, marking a new chapter in the state’s cannabis industry. After lawsuits disrupted the initial attempt last year, this fresh round of applications comes with adjustments aimed
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has opened a public comment period for draft rules that will govern the state’s emerging recreational cannabis industry. This marks a significant milestone for Minnesota’s cannabis market, though the rollout has been anything but smooth. From abrupt leadership changes to delays in licensing,
Minnesota’s road to launching its legal cannabis market has taken a sudden turn. The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) recently made headlines by canceling the long-planned cannabis license lottery process. This decision, brought about by legal challenges, is likely to delay the state’s cannabis retail sales but also offers
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
In a surprising turn of events, the state of Minnesota has found itself at the forefront of a cannabis beverage revolution. It all began with a small, seemingly innocuous legal clause that has since led to an explosion in the market for hemp-derived THC-infused drinks. What started as an overlooked
Minnesota has taken a step forward in its cannabis legislation with the recent signing of HF 4757 by Governor Tim Walz. This bill allows for the early start of cannabis cultivation in 2024, well ahead of the planned launch of retail licenses in early 2025. This forward-thinking approach aims to
Minnesota– Homegrown cannabis is at the center of a crucial turning point in Minnesota regarding cannabis regulation and citizens’ rights, with a recent lawsuit challenging the state’s authority over its sale. This issue has attracted significant attention from both cannabis supporters and legal analysts nationwide. Consequently, Minnesotans have initiated significant