Marlboro-Maker Altria Tinkers With Cannabis Flavors
In new patent applications, Altria and the University of Virginia focus on how to modify cannabis plants to “control the formation of terpenes that impart specific flavor and aroma characteristics.”
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Cannabis expungement, research bills in Congress • Canada’s CBD recommendations • & more…
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Push for Cannabis Banking Pitched as Easier Step Amid Broader Reform Debate
Lawmakers and industry stakeholders held a briefing on Wednesday to make the case that banking reform is an urgent matter of public safety, not just an industry win.
In Congress, a bill on cannabis ads • Governors group releases road safety report • Illinois’ belated equity licensing • & more…
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Cannabis Decrim Hearing in Congress Highlights CAOA Feedback, Divisions
Last week, Sen. Cory Booker, who led the hearing, introduced a comprehensive cannabis legalization bill in Congress with Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Ron Wyden.
New York’s Cannabis Equity PAC Has Now Raised $100,000. Here’s Where the Money Is Coming From and Going.
Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes, who co-authored the state’s adult use law, formed the PAC to “promote equity and economic justice in New York’s cannabis industry.”
Lawmakers poised to send research bill to Biden • Broadcasters push for clarity on cannabis ads • & more…
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It’s Here: the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act Will be Introduced in Congress
The Act, sponsored by Sens. Schumer, Booker, and Wyden, went through extensive revisions in response to 1,800 comments on the discussion draft released last July.
Europe’s legalization push • Texas ag commissioner calls for reform • New York unis get $5M for cannabis courses • & more…
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Will There Be a New Cannabis Supplier For the Federal Government?
For decades, it’s been the University of Mississippi. This time around, new growers in the U.S. are eligible.
