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Los Angeles County Voters Approve Cannabis Tax
Voters approved Measure C on Tuesday, establishing a tax on cannabis businesses in unincorporated areas.
November 9, 2022
Medical Cannabis Donations From Within the Industry Help Reduce Opioid Use
Since 2020, SB-34, also known as the Dennis Peron and Brownie Mary Act, has been giving the cannabis industry an opportunity to give back to those in need.
November 9, 2022
High Times and Moxie Join Forces in California
High Times has inked a deal to acquire multistate cannabis operator Moxie’s operations in California, the world’s largest legal cannabis market.
November 8, 2022
California Cannabis Industry Association White Paper Discusses Dangers of Unregulated Hemp Products
A white paper addresses the loopholes of unregulated hemp products, and lists recommendations to tackle the issue.
November 1, 2022
California AG Announces New Efforts To Address Unlicensed Weed Grows
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced on Tuesday that the state would enhance efforts to eradicate the illicit cannabis market.
October 12, 2022
California’s Newsom Signs Bill To Offer Alternative Plea For Those Facing Drug Charges
The bill is the first of its kind in the U.S.
October 6, 2022
Newsom Signs Bill Protecting California Workers Who Smoke Off-the-Clock
The measure was one of several marijuana-related bills signed by governor Newsom.
September 19, 2022
Advocates Criticize Newsom Over Measure Aimed at Substance Use Disorder
Critics say the CARE Act, signed by Gov. Newsom, will lead to court-ordered treatment for those with substance abuse or mental health issues.
September 16, 2022
San Francisco Supervisors Vote to Decriminalize Psychedelics
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved an ordinance to effectively decriminalize natural psychedelic drugs in the city.
September 12, 2022
Black Market Cannabis Raids Uncover Victims of Human Trafficking in California
Law enforcement officials have noted an uptick in black market operators using human trafficking victims to grow and trim the cannabis sold in legal retail stores.
September 12, 2022