The Business of Cannabis

Michigan Cannabis Industry Backs Lowering Age To 19 For Marijuana Workers

Jun 26, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Sen. Sean MCCANN (D-Kalamazoo) made a case in front of the Senate Regulatory Affairs Committee why they should move SB 807 , which would let anyone age 19 or older to work with marijuana. McCann was joined by Michigan Cannabis Industry Association Executive Director...

Louisiana: Governor Vetoes Bill Facilitating Expedited Pardons for First-Time Marijuana Offenders

Jun 26, 2024 | National

Republican Gov. Jeff Landry has vetoed legislation, House Bill 391, that sought to provide the executive branch with the ability to grant expedited pardons to those convicted of a first-time marijuana possession offense. Under the proposal, the Governor...

Detroit City Councilwoman Seeks To Ban Or Restrict Cannabis Billboards

Jun 26, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Billboards advertising marijuana dispensaries have become nearly ubiquitous along Michigan’s highways and some local streets, and at least one elected leader wants to curtail the ads within the state’s largest city. Detroit City Councilwoman Angela...

GOP Congressional Panel Moves To Block Marijuana Rescheduling While Amending Medical Cannabis Rider With Penalties For Sales Near Schools

Jun 26, 2024 | National

A GOP-controlled congressional committee has unveiled a key spending bill that contains a provision to block marijuana rescheduling, while also amending a longstanding rider protecting medical cannabis states from federal interference by adding new language to...

Baker College Teams Up With House Of Dank To Offer Internships In Detroit

Jun 19, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Baker College has teamed up with House of Dank to provide cannabis-related internships in Metro Detroit. This collaboration aims to create a talent pipeline for the cannabis industry while ensuring students receive comprehensive education and training. The Oakland...