The year 2025 will be good for consumers in terms of pricing, stores, selection, home growing, and hash. Prices will be low, more stores will open with more options, cool seeds will flourish, and hash will be everywhere.
But it’s going to be another bear of a year for growers, sellers, and activists. Both Republicans and Democrats love soaking the pot industry with taxes and regulations. America’s 40 million or so past-month smokers have yet to find their voice and push back.
Big legislative moves
Will Congress legalize marijuana? My reply is no.
Will the federal government reschedule marijuana? Outlook not so good.
Will Congress further regulate hemp-derived products? Most likely.
Will the States further regulate hemp-derived products? It is decidedly so.
State legalization in 2025
Will Pennsylvania legalize marijuana? My reply is no.
Will Oklahoma legalize marijuana? My reply is no.
Will Hawaii legalize marijuana? My reply is no.
Will New Hampshire legalize marijuana? Very doubtful.
Will Florida legalize marijuana? My reply is no.
Will more local, state, and federal expungement efforts continue? Outlook good.
Will more local cities and counties decriminalize cannabis? Yes.
Retail
Will more than 100 new dispensaries open in legal US states? It is certain.
Will more delivery, pickup, and drive-through options open up in legal US states? You may rely on it.
Will more lounges open up in legal US states? It is certain.
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