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At Stone Brewing in Richmond, the after-hours crowd of small cannabis entrepreneurs looked like a support group that had just survived an ambush. Hours earlier, many of them sat through a General Assembly session meant to gather community input on Virginia’s long-awaited framework for adult-use cannabis sales. But by the end of the hearing, it didn’t feel like the community had been heard, it felt like maybe the verdict was already written...

A survey by CrescentCanna found that nearly four in five adults who drink cannabis-infused beverages have reduced their alcohol intake, with 21% quitting alcohol entirely. The largest demographic for these drinks is adults aged 35-54, followed by those over 55. Reasons for consumption include relaxation, avoiding hangovers, and improved sleep. The survey also indicates a cultural shift, with a leading alcohol industry group adding a THC-infused drink company to its membership and growing research on marijuana's substitution effect for alcohol.

Texas DSHS issued emergency rules setting the age limit for buying hemp products at 21, requiring ID verification, and enabling license revocation for retailers selling to minors. These rules are in response to a gubernatorial executive order after the legislature failed to pass regulations for the hemp industry, following Gov. Abbott's veto of a complete ban on hemp-derived THC.

Nebraska officials missed a deadline to issue licenses, delaying the start of operations for marijuana growers in the state. This information comes from MJBizDaily.

Christine Apple, Founder and CEO of Grön, a prominent edibles brand, discusses her journey from architecture to cannabis entrepreneurship and the growth philosophy of Grön. The company has expanded its product line to include single-serve edibles and rosin-based edibles, aligning with consumer trends. The discussion also covers balancing innovation with regulation and building a lasting brand in the fast-paced cannabis industry. The episode is sponsored by eBottles.

A bipartisan bill, known as “Ryan’s Law,” has been introduced in Pennsylvania to allow terminally ill patients to use non-smoking forms of medical marijuana in hospitals. The bill aims to provide legal protections for hospitals and ensure patients can manage pain while remaining alert and interacting with family. This comes amid ongoing efforts to legalize adult-use marijuana in the state, with various proposals and debates on sales models and revenue projections.

The text discusses the importance of investing in employees in the cannabis retail industry to build lasting businesses. It emphasizes creating long-term career paths, particularly for underrepresented communities, to help budtenders become managers, buyers, trainers, and owners. The article highlights the benefits of internal promotion, fostering a supportive culture, and offering training before official leadership roles. It also mentions the significance of prioritizing equity, celebrating achievements, and potentially moving towards employee-owned businesses. The author, Brendan McKee of Silver Therapeutics, provides additional insights and answers frequently asked questions about career growth, internal promotion, and social equity in cannabis retail.

Michigan lawmakers passed a budget proposal that includes a new 24% wholesale tax on the cannabis industry, aiming to generate $420 million annually for road construction. While the governor states the tax is in line with other states, cannabis representatives argue it will harm the industry and push consumers towards the illicit market, highlighting that unlike alcohol and tobacco businesses, state-legal cannabis businesses cannot deduct federal expenses.

Erik Harris, prosecuted for lying about marijuana use on a federal firearms form, is petitioning the U.S. Supreme Court to hear his case. This comes as the Supreme Court is set to discuss other cases concerning cannabis consumers' gun rights...