The House Appropriations Committee has proposed a spending bill that would prevent federal marijuana rescheduling while simultaneously protecting state medical cannabis programs. The differing provisions reflect the complicated political landscape around cannabis reform. Yesterday, the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Subcommittee passed the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations
The landscape of cannabis reform in the United States continues to evolve, and Indigenous communities are playing a leading role in shaping its future. Recently, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians took a step forward by voting on a referendum to explore the potential legalization of medical or recreational cannabis
The landscape of cannabis reform in the United States continues to evolve, and Indigenous communities are playing a leading role in shaping its future. Recently, the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians took a step forward by voting on a referendum to explore the potential legalization of medical or recreational cannabis
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Recent data from the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association and collaboration with Vicente LLP reveal an encouraging trend in the United States’ evolving cannabis industry. Around 26% of federally recognized Indigenous communities in the continental U.S. are engaged in marijuana or hemp programs. These cannabis ventures are not just about regulatory
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.
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In the evolving landscape of the cannabis industry, Native American tribes in the United States have emerged as significant players. Over the past year, Native American cannabis businesses have experienced substantial growth, asserting their sovereignty and tapping into the emerging market. According to a recent report by MJBizDaily, authored by