Bill to End Federal Cannabis Prohibition Introduced by Republican Congresswoman
Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC) has introduced a bill to end federal cannabis prohibition in a measure that would bring federal regulation. Her bill is the States Reform Act. It repeals the federal prohibition of cannabis, expunges federal non-violent cannabis crimes. In addition, the bill places certain restrictions on the advertising of cannabis products. Cannabis is […]
Atlantic City Cannabis Commission, Stockton Hosting Cannabis Info Event
The Atlantic City Cannabis Commission and the Cannabis & Hemp Research Initiative at Stockton University are holding a cannabis event Sunday. The event will be on November 14th, from 11 AM to 3 PM in the Hamer Event Room. It will be at Stockton University’s Atlantic City building at 3711 Atlantic Avenue. The event will […]
Cannabis License Applications Acceptance Starts Dec 15th for Cultivators & Labs
The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) approved accepting adult-use cannabis license applications for cultivator and testing labs starting December 15th and March 15th. Cultivator licenses, manufacturing licenses, and testing lab applications will be accepted soon. The port opens on December 15th at 9 AM. Dispensary applicants can start applying on March 15th. Distributors, wholesalers, and […]
Cannabis World Congress Holds 1st Post-COVID show in NYC
The North Jersey-based Cannabis World Congress (CWC) held its first post-COVID conference in the Javits Center last week, highlighting New York cannabis legalization. New York’s new Lt. Governor, Brian Benjamin, cut the ribbon to open the Cannabis World Congress conference. He noted that as a State Senator from Harlem, he was a champion of cannabis […]
Cannabis Sponsor Nick Scutari to be NJ Senate President
New Jersey cannabis legalization sponsor Nick Scutari (D-Union) will be the new State Senate President after the electoral defeat of incumbent Steve Sweeney (D-Gloucester). It was decided last week in a series of meetings. Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-Middlesex) will remain in his position in the new session of the legislature convening in January. Sweeney […]
NJ Cannabis Market Safe as Governor Murphy Wins Close Re-Election
Governor Phil Murphy (D) has won re-election, becoming the first Democratic New Jersey Governor to do so since 1977. Thus the NJ cannabis market will be developed by his appointees. His opponent, former Assemblyman Jack Ciatrelli (R), was against cannabis legalization. The race was surprisingly close. While Murphy had a double-digit lead in the polls […]
Canna Pop-Up Attracts Green Rush Crowd Eager to Enter Cannabis Industry
The networking event Canna Pop Up offered an interesting look into the nuances of the NJ cannabis industry as it’s developing into the Green Rush in New Jersey, with opportunities for making money. It was run by Robert Allen and Holli Ehrlich, their first in-person event after holding digital events during COVID-19. The Canna Pop-up […]
Both Candidates Have Strong Cannabis Records in Jersey City Ward E Council Race, likely a 1st for NJ
Both candidates in Jersey City’s downtown Ward E City Council race have strong records on cannabis policy, likely a first in New Jersey. Incumbent Councilman James Solomon is running against Municipal Prosecutor Jake Hudnut. It is a tight race with the candidates fighting to look more progressive than the other on most issues, including cannabis. […]
Murphy Open to NJ Cannabis Home Cultivation
Governor Phil Murphy (D) said he’s open to considering NJ cannabis home cultivation legalization, as activists have said two State Senators signed on as sponsors to a bill that allows medical cultivation. Noted cannabis advocate and journalist Jay Lassiter posed the question online of whether Phil Murphy would support NJ cannabis home cultivation on the […]
Husband & Wife Owners of CBD of Newton Seek Micro Dispensary License
Patrick and Stephanie Walsh Simpson launched their store CBD of Newton after Patrick had a cancer scare. Now they want a micro dispensary license. “We take a lot of pride in educating consumers here,” Patrick said. “Not just in CBD but also in the different cannabinoids. We want to give people a place to discuss […]
Cannabis Vendor Arrested on Distribution, Money Laundering Charges
Cannabis vendor and legacy operator Daniel Kessel of Bud Hub has been arrested by Ocean County Police and charged with several crimes. He was charged with possession, possession with intent to distribute, distribution of marijuana, and second-degree money laundering. Police also seized marijuana, paraphernalia, his Bud Hub-branded Jeep, and over $400,000 in cash. A Bud […]
Harmony Dispensary Sued Over Alleged Misuse of Funds & Wrongful Termination
A former Harmony dispensary of Secaucus executive is suing the company and alleging CEO Shaya Brodchandel improperly withdrew company money.