Amazon has joined the fight to legalize cannabis at the federal level. The company announced this past Monday that its public policy arm now supports a cannabis legalization bill that was reintroduced in the House late last month. Amazon also changed its drug testing policy and will no longer disqualify employees for marijuana use. http://www.forbes.com/sites/willyakowicz/2021/06/01/amazon-now-supports-federal-cannabis-legalization/?sh=391edfd334a5
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Why the Pandemic Was a Breakout Moment for the Cannabis Industry
The covid-19 pandemic was a terrible disaster for just about everyone and every business. But not for cannabis; it was among a small number of industries that flourished because of huge demand. For many Americans, having enough weed in the house was as essential as stocking up on toilet paper. And, of course, there were …
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These states could still legalize recreational or medical cannabis in 2021
The legalization of marijuana has been gaining steam in recent years as state after state approved adult use in some form. And although the year is already 5 months old, pundits believe that as many as 10 additional states could legislate recreational or medical marijuana before year’s end – with the prospect of generating hundreds …
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What to expect in NYC now that weed is legal
Weed is now legal in New York. There will, of course, be smoking lounges and tons of new dispensaries now that people can have up to three ounces on their person. But what other changes and new developments can a weed lover expect? How will legalization change the culture? Here are some ideas from TimeOut. …
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Weed is still illegal in states where sex with farm animals isn’t
A new ad campaign from Monogram, Jay-Z’s weed brand, is highlighting the absurdity and hypocrisy of cannabis laws in the U.S. Consider the fact that weed is illegal in states where sex with a farm animal is not! http://www.fastcompany.com/90610156/weed-is-still-illegal-in-states-where-sex-with-farm-animals-isnt
Positive Marijuana Tests Are Up Among U.S. Workers
More workers are testing positive for marijuana according to the Wall Street Journal. Why is this even news? http://www.wsj.com/articles/positive-marijuana-tests-are-up-among-u-s-workers-11622023202
How New York Just Became The Newest Global Destination For Cannabis Tourism
Heard of the MRTA? No, it’s not a regional transportation authority. It’s New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act. Amon other things, this new law makes it legal for adults to smoke cannabis anywhere that tobacco can be legally smoked and creates a framework for public use and consumption sites. Has New York just blown …
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Yes, Pot Is Legal. But It’s Also in Short Supply.
Recreational weed is now legal in New York and New Jersey. And experts predict that the market for marijuana in the this densely populated region will exceed $6 billion in 5 years. That is huge! But guess what folks? There is a problem with the supply. There ain’t enough of it around for the increasingly …
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Cresco Says 1 In 4 Americans Consume Cannabis
More and more Americans are smoking weed. In fact, 25% say they have consumed cannabis in some form in the past twelve months – a whopping increase since 2018 when just 16% of U.S. adults said they did. What’s more, 23% of users say they tried cannabis for the first time over the past year. …
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Hide Your Stash In High Style With This New Cannabis Furniture Line
Need a place at home or the office to hide your stash? You’ll love Forti Goods. It’s a new company that is developing furniture exclusively for cannabis enthusiasts. They have a new line of armoires, dressers, nightstands and coffee tables — all outfitted with custom inserts and lockable drawers for your stash. http://www.forbes.com/sites/katieshapiro/2021/03/01/hide-your-stash-in-high-style-with-this-new-cannabis-furniture-line/?sh=c7f0eea1f510
