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Industry Iowa Officials File Rules To Let Out-Of-State Patients Register For Medical Marijuana Access

Iowa regulators have filed proposed rules changes to remove the residency requirement for patients in the state’s medical cannabis program while also ensuring that military veterans qualify for reduced registration fees. The residency-focused part of the regulatory change from the state Department of Health and Human Services is meant to comply with provisions of a bill […] The post Iowa Officials…

Industry Too Many People On Probation And Parole Still Can’t Use Medical Marijuana, Even Under Federal Rescheduling And State Legalization (Op-Ed)

“Because marijuana use remains illegal under federal law, standard supervision conditions may prohibit consumption.” By Sephria Reynolds-Tanner, Reason Foundation Medical marijuana is legal in 47 states, the District of Columbia and three U.S. territories. Yet for millions of Americans on probation or parole suffering from qualifying conditions like chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder and…

Industry Texas Officials Sued Again In Federal Court Over Hemp THC Product Restrictions

“We are asking the Court to uphold the Texas Constitution, protect thousands of Texas jobs, and keep policy decisions where they belong—with the elected representatives of the people.” By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune Several members of the hemp industry are filing an additional lawsuit against the state of Texas alleging the ban on nearly […] The post Texas Officials Sued Again In Federal Co…

Industry DEA Judge Issues Order On Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing Transcript Corrections

The judge overseeing a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) hearing on the Trump administration’s marijuana rescheduling proposal has issued an order directing that corrections be made to the official transcript of the proceedings. DEA Chief Administrative Law Judge Derek Julius on Thursday ordered that dozens of mostly small and technical changes be made to the record and […] The post DEA Judge …

Industry FDA wants help monitoring cannabis convos on social media (Newsletter: August 21, 2026)

Poll: MA voters oppose legalization rollback; SXSW marijuana & psychedelics panels; Study: THC cannabis drinks reduce alcohol consumption Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… BREAKING: Journalism is often […] The po…

Industry Cannabis Drinks Help People Consume Less Alcohol While Improving Sleep And Mood, Study Finds

Most people who consume cannabis beverages end up drinking less alcohol— and see improved sleep, less stress and reduced pain, according to the results of a new study. The results come as Congress is considering whether to allow a currently scheduled ban on hemp THC products to take effect as scheduled in November or to […] The post Cannabis Drinks Help People Consume Less Alcohol While Improving …

Industry SXSW Is Considering Marijuana And Psychedelics Panel Proposals For 2027 Festival, And You Can Vote On Them

The South by Southwest (SXSW) is once again accepting public votes on which panels will be a part of the annual festival—and people can choose from a variety of marijuana- and psychedelics-focused proposals for the 2027 edition of the event. As in years past, potential SXSW attendees should have plenty of cannabis and drug policy […] The post SXSW Is Considering Marijuana And Psychedelics Panel Pr…

Industry Massachusetts Voters Don’t Support Repealing Recreational Marijuana Sales On The Ballot, Poll Shows

Most Massachusetts voters oppose a measure on the November ballot to roll back the state’s marijuana legalization law, according to a new poll. The survey, conducted by the University of Massachusetts Amherst and WCVB-TV, found that a total of 55 percent of registered voters said they would either definitely vote no on repealing recreational cannabis sales […] The post Massachusetts Voters Don’t S…

Industry FDA Wants Help Monitoring Marijuana And Hemp Posts On TikTok, Reddit And Instagram

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking a contractor to monitor social media sites like TikTok, Instagram and Reddit for conversations about marijuana and hemp products, and to conduct a survey of cannabis consumers, among other tasks. The agency said in a request for quotes that it is seeking help to “address knowledge gaps […] The post FDA Wants Help Monitoring Marijuana And Hemp Posts…

Industry Lawmakers press Trump for cannabis rescheduling guidance (Newsletter: August 20, 2026)

NH lawmakers override marijuana greenhouse veto; Study: Medical cannabis helps sleep; Study: Psilocybin boosts mental health; Rescheduling op-ed Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Your good deed for […] The post Lawma…