Colorado Cannabis

Colorado's Weed-Themed License Plate Auction Kicks Off: Bid Now, Help Raise Money For Disability Causes
Colorado Senate Approves Controversial Bill Restricting Social Media Posts On Substances Like Legal Hemp, Psychedelics
Colorado Residents Are Happy With Legal Weed: A Decade Later They Especially Praise Positive Economic Impact
Colorado Senate Approves Controversial Bill Restricting Social Media Posts On Substances Like Legal Hemp, Psychedelics
Colorado Residents Are Happy With Legal Weed: A Decade Later They Especially Praise Positive Economic Impact
Colorado Cannabis Sales Experience Second Consecutive Monthly Decline In February
New Jersey Debates How To Spend $3.1M In Cannabis Tax, Hawaii Expands Decriminalization, Colorado Revises Social Media Bill And More

Colorado Cannabis Recent News

Colorado Edibles Company Sues Over Costly, Confusing Cannabis Seed-To-Sale Tracking Requirements
Ripple sues Colorado's Marijuana Enforcement Division over costly RFID tracking policies, sparking debate in the cannabis industry.
Fast Track Recap: Colorado & Michigan Weed Sales Decline, Virginia Eyes Legal Market, Stock Winners & Losers
Colorado's cannabis market, once a frontrunner in the U.S. for recreational marijuana sales, has experienced a downturn.
Tennessee, Virginia Lawmakers Push For Cannabis Reform, Congressional Researchers Highlight Perils Of Cash-Only Transactions & More
A report published by the Congressional Research Service (CRS) has highlighted the challenges faced by licensed cannabis businesses operating without access to traditional banking services. Without banking access, such businesses face higher borrowing costs and must rely on cash transactions, making them vulnerable to theft. The CRS has proposed legislation to address these issues, the Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act, which is currently pending a floor vote. In other news, Palm Springs City Council has extended its temporary moratorium on new cannabis dispensary permits for four years. The California city currently has 26 operational dispensaries, with eight authorized but not yet functioning and another awaiting approval. The Colorado Tourism Office has updated its promotional material to include cannabis events. A pot-friendly party bus has been contacted by the office to discuss the possibility of being added to the list of things to do in the state.
Biden Admin Official Denies Cannabis Shift Rumors, Gen-Zers Say They Can Drive Stoned, FLA Caps Weed Strength & More Updates
Colorado Wants To Simplify Cannabis Regulations, Eliminate Fungus Testing: A 500-Page Rulebook Is Too Long, Lawmakers Say
Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill that aims to remove a rule requiring cannabis products to be tested for a fungus called Aspergillus. The rule, which was implemented by the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division, resulted in 17 product recalls in 2023, the most in the last seven years. The bill, Senate Bill 24-076, also seeks to make other changes to cannabis business regulations in the state. It would address the issue of labelling mandates for THC-infused products made from remediated marijuana, allow dispensaries to sell consumable goods that don't contain THC or CBD, and extend cannabis licensure from one to two years without any changes in fees. The bill has been brought by the Marijuana Industry Group, which says it is time for Colorado to streamline its regulations, following the lead of states including Nevada, California, Oregon and Maryland.
Is Your Marijuana Safe? Colorado's Strict Testing Mandate Raises Questions
The Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) issued a significant number of recalls in 2023 due to the presence of the Aspergillus fungus in cannabis products. Aspergillosis, a severe lung infection caused by Aspergillus, has been associated with a limited number of deaths across the US. Aspergillus is particularly dangerous for marijuana users with compromised immune systems. The MED issued the recall after setting a rule that mandated testing for the fungus. In a memo in July, the Colorado MED reported that some marijuana businesses had been cheating on their lab tests, risking public safety. Industry experts argue that the existing safety standard in Colorado is too stringent and may need review. Kevin Gallagher, executive director of the Colorado Cannabis Manufacturers Association, claims that it is "almost an impossible standard", as it is "incredibly easy to fail".
Equity Research Looks At Undervalued E-Commerce Weed Stock: Mapping The Online Platform's Potential
In a detailed equity research report, Zuanic & Associates offer a neutral perspective on WM Technology (NASDAQ: MAPS), a leading player in the cannabis sector, highlighting its unique market position and prospects.
Colorado Generates $1.4B In Cannabis Sales, Gov. Polis Touts CO As Leading The Nation On Natural Medicine
Vangst Secures Government Contract To Empower Cannabis Entrepreneurs
Cannabis industry jobs platform Vangst announced on Tuesday a government contract with the Cannabis Business Office (CBO) – a part of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) - to create CannaBusiness Growth. The new educational program seeks to support social equity licensed cannabis entrepreneurs, by creating economic opportunities, local job creation, and community growth in Colorado. It's a result of Senate Bill 21-111 from a group of Colorado lawmakers that got enacted into law in 2021. The program, which includes more than 50 modules covering a range of general cannabis subjects to specific guidance relevant to industry verticals, is funded by the Marijuana Tax Cash Fund.
Colorado Group Advocates For Concealed Carry Rights For Cannabis Users: Proposal Is Being Evaluated
Guns for Everyone, a pro-gun rights organization, is working on an initiative to be put on the ballot next year, which would allow marijuana users to obtain concealed carry permits for guns in Colorado. On Tuesday, the proposal will be heard before the state’s Legislative Council Staff, 
Raising Arizona And Beyond: Florida's Bold Move In America's Medical Cannabis Market
Arizona's New Policy on Medical Cannabis and Child Safety
Unlocking Success In California's Cannabis Industry: A Chat With Green Horizons' Carlos Arias
"California is the winner by a mile, and I hope to strike a balance between low cost, scaled infrastructure, and a CPG portfolio that actually connects with people and brings value to their lives, particularly active, healthy lives," said Carlos "Los" Arias, co-founder & CEO of Green Horizons, at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference
Cannabis Cash Flow: CT, MI, MO & CO Top $15B In Legal Weed Sales
In September 2023, cannabis sales figures from various U.S. states offered a compelling snapshot of the evolving landscape of legal cannabis markets.
Medical Marijuana As Workplace Benefits, Wyoming Gov Misled Legalization Advocates & More
New Bill Allows Medical Marijuana Patients To Submit Products Tor Testing Directly To Labs
Cannabis Reg Update: Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Fined, Denver's Weed-Friendly Ghost Tour & More
Colorado: Denver’s First Cannabis-Friendly Ghost Tour This October, every Wednesday, the Cannabis Experience mobile lounge will drive passengers via Denver’s most “haunted parts” and less-known places. The weed touch? The lounge will first stop at the dispensary for gearing up.
Oklahoma's Cannabis Oversupply: Boon For Economy Or Path To Crime?
Oklahoma's medical marijuana industry has seen an unprecedented rise, with about 10% of its residents now holding marijuana cards. Notably, there are no stringent medical prerequisites for acquiring one.
Cannabis Sales Trends: August 2023 Updates From New Mexico To Colorado
Southwest Cannabis Market Heats Up: New Mexico's August 2023 Sales Data The medical cannabis market in New Mexico recorded sales of $13.5 million generated from 267,207 medical transactions.
Governor Jared Polis Addresses President Biden On Cannabis Rescheduling: What It Means For States Like Colorado
“It’s about time,” declared Colorado Gov.
EXCLUSIVE: End Of Weed Prohibition? Fmr Sen Cory Gardner Discusses Potential Cannabis Reclassification
"This is a new chapter...
Imaginary NC Cannabis Commission, USDA's Hemp Focus, Denver's Event Crackdown, Weekend Reads
Banning The Consumption Of Tobacco, Vapes and Cannabis On Public Property Amid Legalization An upcoming proposal in Simsbury, Connecticut, aims to prohibit the consumption of tobacco, vapes and cannabis on public properties like parks, reflecting a broader effort beyond town buildings.
How Colorado's Marijuana Tax Money Benefits Many Business Sectors Beyond Cannabis
"With my firm, I started by providing free legal services to social equity applicants because that was what I identified as one of the barriers to entry," said Rachael Ardanuy, cannabis business attorney at RZA Legal at the recent Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conferenc
Cannabis Tax And Sales Update: Insights From Maryland, Michigan, Illinois And Colorado
Maryland's Allure
Marijuana Dispensary On Tribal Land In Minnesota Already Raided & More Weed Updates In WY, CO & NY
Minnesota: Cannabis Dispensary On Tribal Land Already Raided, No One Arrested