More Canadians than ever are buying cannabis from regulated sources instead of illicit ones. Survey shows 48% “always” obtained their cannabis from legal sources. That is up from 43% in 2021 and 37% in 2020. #krushmedia #cannabismarketing #letskrushit

State govts. have provided 2 million pardons and expungements to people with low-level cannabis convictions in recent years. Biden issued a mass pardon in Oct., impacting thousands with federal offenses, but the majority of cases are at the state level. #krushmedia #cannabis

The U.S. Virgin Islands to legalize cannabis for recreational use. Adults 21+ can possess up to 2 oz. of flower, 14 g of concentres, and 1 oz. of edibles, ointments and tinctures. There will be an 18% tax on non-medical cannabis from dispensaries. #krushmedia #letskrushit #USVI

Ohio Gov. DeWine signs major criminal justice reform bill letting cities facilitate mass expungements for cannabis-related convictions, including possession of up to 200 g, also removing possession of cannabis paraphernalia from qualifying for a criminal record. #krushmedia

Recreational cannabis sales in Connecticut began today for adults 21+. The industry is estimated to bring in $73MM in state revenue by 2026. Sales will be limited to 1/4 oz. of flower or its equivalent, per transaction. #krushmedia #letskrushit #cannabismarketing #digitalads

26% of U.S. adults w/chronic pain use cannabis to manage symptoms. More than half reported it led to lower use of prescription opioids, non-opioids, and OTC pain medications. 38 states and D.C., Guam and Puerto Rico have legalized medical cannabis. #JAMA #krushmedia #cannabisads

A new 29-acre cannabis super center spanning 24 bldgs is coming to CA’s Mojave Desert. Converting a former outlet mall, the center is halfway between Los Angeles and Las Vegas in Barstow. The City Council voted 3-1 to approve the 23 cannabis licenses. #krushmedia #calicannabis

Atlanta-based real estate investment co. UC Asset announces an all-share deal to acquire an Oklahoma cannabis cultivation property, invest in it, and lease it back to its current operator Fire Ranch Farm, a medical cannabis cultivator. #krushmedia #cannabisadvertising #digitalads

The FDA has released finalized guidance on developing cannabis-based drugs - process and considerations for scientists regarding hemp and cannabis. Cannabis with <0.3% THC by dry weight meets the federal definition of hemp and is not considered a controlled substance. #krushmedia

A bill to legalize cannabis in Minnesota is making its way quickly through both Houses. Their main goals are to legalize, regulate and expunge. With majorities in both Houses and control over the governorship, Democratic-Farmer-Labor party officials are confident. #krushmedia

B2B cannabis platform LeafLink secures $100MM in funding. Co. Pres. Artie Minson will now serve as chief executive, and co-founder Ryan Smith will move to executive chairman. LeafLink has secured $231MM in financing after six rounds. #krushmedia #cannabisadvertising #leaflink

The Tennessee Medical Cannabis Act has been intro'd to the General Assembly this session, seeking to legalize medical cannabis. It would allow cardholders to possess 2.5 oz., and products cannot contain <2,000 mg of THC. #krushmedia #letskrushit #cannabismarketing

Twitter becomes first social media platform to allow cannabis companies to advertise in the U.S. They previously only allowed ads for CBD topical products. Other social media platforms still follow a "no cannabis advertising policy" as it's federally illegal. #krushmedia Twitter

Senate Bill 5123 has passed the Washington state Senate on a 28-21 vote this week, and awaits passing the House. If it becomes law, WA employers will be prohibited from refusing to hire a worker solely based on a positive cannabis use drug test. #krushmedia #cannabisworkplace

Dems in the Iowa House of Reps introduced legislation to legalize recreational cannabis for adults. If passed, it would legalize possession of up to 500 mg of THC for adults 21+ with valid ID and would set the stage for regulated sales and establishing tax. #krushmedia

A Tennessee Senate committee rejected a Republican-sponsored medical cannabis bill this week. There are only 11 states currently without a full-fledged medical cannabis program. A second medical cannabis bill due soon is also likely to be defeated. #krushmedia #letskrushit

Legal cannabis is expected to generate 63K jobs across New York by 2025. NY, NJ, and CT could surpass the West Coast in sales and revenue over the next decade. The pace of job growth has already surpassed tech at its peak. #krushmedia #letskrushit

Voters in Oklahoma reject bill to legalize recreational cannabis, which sought to impose an excise tax, and to expunge cannabis-related criminal convictions. The proposal was widely opposed by law enforcement, school administrators, and political and faith leaders. #krushmedia

A Kansas Senate committee held the first of two scheduled hearings this week on a medical cannabis legalization bill. Polling shows majority support for the reform in Kansas. In 2021, a medical cannabis bill passed the House but stalled out in the Senate. #krushmedia #letskrushit

Germany to introduce bill to legalize cannabis in Europe’s largest economy. People 18+ could carry 30g for personal use and grow up to 3 plants at home. It's estimated this will create 27K jobs and bring $5B/yr in tax, social security, and prosecution savings. #krushmedia