Herbal Profiles #61

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Welcome back Gardeners!

This week I asked my communities: will we see MAJOR cannabis reform in the next 4 years. It felt like a prudent question since we will be electing a new president next week. I defined major as federal legalization/descheduling, banking reform, etc.

I am not going to lie and will admit, the results of this poll surprised the hell out of me. Y’all are way more optimistic than I am. I know rescheduling is on the horizon and moving forward. But nothing for this industry moves quickly, and while I do think we are inevitably heading towards federal legalization, I would be surprised (and more than happy to eat crow) if we get something more major in the next 4 years, regardless of who wins next week. But again, this is simply like my opinion.

I am conducting a little survey/research into people’s experiences with these beverages. If you have 2-4 minutes to complete this survey I would greatly appreciate it! I am waiting until I have a good representative amount of people to release any of the responses. So check it out, share it, etc.

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News Round Up

• DEA Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing Delayed Until 2025, Agency Judge Rules - The DEA has postponed its marijuana rescheduling hearing to 2025, delaying potential changes for the industry.

• Is Minnesota’s Cannabis Program On Track To Hold A License Lottery In 2024? Let’s Do the Math - Minnesota’s licensing timeline may be delayed as officials evaluate the state’s readiness for a cannabis license lottery in 2024.

• Perspectives on the Future of Cannabis Regulation in the U.S.- Varying state cannabis laws could shape a cohesive national regulatory framework, balancing legalization trends with public health and equity considerations.

• Study on Cannabis Use and Health Outcomes Published in MDPI - This study explores health outcomes associated with cannabis use, contributing valuable data for ongoing public health discussions.

• Marijuana Could Be Legal in Half of US States After the 2024 Election- Amendment 3 in Florida, alongside similar ballot initiatives in the Dakotas and Nebraska, could push the number of states with legalized recreational marijuana over half, signaling a major shift in national cannabis policy.

• Harris vs. Trump on Marijuana: Where the Presidential Candidates Stand as Voters Head to the Polls - Kamala Harris and Donald Trump offer contrasting marijuana policies, highlighting cannabis reform as a topic in the upcoming election.

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