HI gov medical marijuana veto; USDA warning on cannabis & food stamps; Dispensary’s Bigfoot photo promo; TX decrim & democracy op-ed
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
The U.S. Department of Agriculture sent a letter warning the more than 250,000 retailers that participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program that accepting welfare benefits “for foods and drinks containing controlled substances such as cannabis/marijuana” could result in “monetary penalties, fines and/or criminal prosecution.”
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green (D) said he intends to veto a bill to expand medical cannabis access over concerns that “provisions authorizing the inspection of patients’ medical records without warrant constitute a grave violation of privacy.”
Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America is urging Congress to scale back legislation that would ban most consumable hemp products to instead focus on eliminating synthetic and novel cannabinoids—which it says would “preserve state authority, protect compliant businesses, and ensure clarity for consumers and regulators.”
A new poll from NuggMD shows that marijuana consumers are more than three times more likely to regularly exercise than drink alcohol—and they’re nearly five times more likely to routinely work out than eat fast food.
The Uniq Cannabis dispensary in Monroe, Michigan is offering free pre-rolled marijuana joints to people who bring in “photo proof” of Bigfoot following a local reported sighting.
Ground Game Texas’s Catina Voellinger argues in a new Marijuana Moment op-ed that “instead of respecting the will of the voters” who approved cannabis decriminalization ballot measures, “politicians in this state are doing everything they can to overturn these democratically elected policies.”
South Carolina Department of Agriculture data suggests that an oversaturated hemp market has led many farmers to give up growing the crop.
/ FEDERAL
President Donald Trump reportedly told associates that former Department of Government Efficiency head Elon Musk’s recent “crazy” behavior is linked to his drug use.
The Drug Enforcement Administration promoted an article about a new Arizona law to restrict marijuana advertising.
Sen. Ashley Moody (D-FL) claimed that “fentanyl is now found in every type of illicit substance: counterfeit pills, cocaine, marijuana, and methamphetamines.”
/ STATES
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) touted his move to grant the “largest mass pardon in the history of the United States of America for misdemeanor cannabis convictions.”
Alabama’s attorney general said it will become illegal to sell or possess smokable hemp products on July 1.
Minnesota lawmakers will consider a proposal to increase marijuana taxes during a special session this week.
Maine lawmakers are expected to vote on a proposed cannabis tax increase this week.
A Texas senator said it’s unclear if Gov. Greg Abbott (R) will sign a bill to ban consumable hemp products with any amount of THC.
Florida regulators filed proposed changes to hemp rules.
A new Oklahoma law requires medical cannabis dispensaries to prepackage products in sealed bags instead of in “deli style” jars.
Illinois regulators published guidance on marijuana packaging and labeling.
Missouri regulators announced an update to the state’s marijuana track and trace system.
Colorado regulators published average market rates for retail marijuana.
California regulators coordinated with Anaheim officials to close an illicit cannabis cultivation operation near a school.
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/ LOCAL
The Boston, Massachusetts Cannabis Board will meet on Wednesday.
/ INTERNATIONAL
The European Union Drugs Agency published the European Drug Report 2025.
Antigua and Barbuda’s government will file legislation to expunge and pardon prior low-level marijuana possession convictions.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A review concluded that “a regulated cannabis supply was associated with increased adult cannabis use and healthcare utilization but not with youth use or traffic-related issues.”
A study found that psilocybin treatment “may hold promise not only in the treatment of eating disorders but also trauma-related disorders, including PTSD and dissociative amnesia.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSIS
Fox News host Laura Ingraham hosted another segment on the alleged harms of marijuana use.
/ BUSINESS
Vireo Growth Inc. closed its acquisition of Deep Roots Holdings, Inc.
LEEF Brands Inc. closed its acquisition of a cannabis processor license in New York.
Village Farms International, Inc. regained compliance with Nasdaq requirements.
The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. announced the appointment of independent directors.
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