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A tribe in western North Carolina recently approved recreational cannabis, resulting in proposed federal legislation in response.

Tribe in North Carolina Votes to Legalize Recreational Cannabis, Sparking Debate

Separate efforts to remove the medical cannabis program and legalize recreational cannabis in South Dakota are proposed to appear on the 2024 ballot.

Medical and Recreational Cannabis Ballot Initiatives in South Dakota

On Wednesday, August 30th, the Department of Health and Human Services made its recommendation to the Drug Enforcement Agency to classify cannabis as a Schedule III drug, paving the way for reform, industry expansion, and research opportunities.

Shifting Tides: US Department of Health and Human Services Recommends Cannabis Rescheduling from Schedule I to Schedule III

The recently approved legislation creates new opportunities for possession and cultivation.

Germany Moves Towards Cannabis Legalization

Read coverage from our sister publication, Nutritional Outlook, on “The Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act,” which was previously proposed in 2021.

Bill Reintroduced by Senators to Legalize Hemp-Derived CBD in Supplements and Food

A recent lawsuit brought to the state’s Superior Court challenges the constitutionality of several aspects of cannabis sales.

Connecticut Lawsuit Challenges Cannabis Sales in the State

One month after recreational cannabis became legal, sales exceeded expectations.

Growing Like a Weed: Maryland’s New Cannabis Sales Numbers

Growing trend in drug testing: more employers are changing their drug testing policies around cannabis.

The Evolving Landscape of Cannabis Drug Testing in US Employment

Recent activity in the Senate focuses on both recreational and medical cannabis regulations and reforms.

Bipartisan Effort from Senators to Legalize Recreational Cannabis Use in Pennsylvania

Several agencies are reportedly working together to review the scheduling of cannabis, with a final decision anticipated to come later this year.