DOJ agrees to delay marijuana rescheduling challenge; US man freed from Russia over cannabis to speak; OH marijuana rules changes
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH) said if President Donald Trump follows through on marijuana rescheduling, it would “obviously” be “an important domino” toward building momentum to passing cannabis banking legislation in Congress.
The Department of Justice agreed to further postpone a case challenging the administrative process behind the marijuana rescheduling proposal being considered by the Trump administration until January 27, 2026.
Marc Fogel, a U.S. citizen who was jailed in Russia for possessing medical marijuana before being released through a deal reached by the Trump administration, will speak at a cannabis conference in Pennsylvania this weekend—”sharing his experience to highlight the need for compassionate, equitable policies.”
The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control filed proposed changes to rules on labeling and packaging requirements for marijuana products.
A new poll shows that Americans think smoking marijuana during pregnancy is not as risky as smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol, but that only 8 percent believe it carries “low risk” or “no risk.”
Erin Bass, Amy Rubenstein and Julie Vanneman of Dentons authored a new Marijuana Moment op-ed arguing that “proactive compliance” to mitigate the risks of work-related asthma in the cannabis industry “will be essential to protect workers and limit liability.”
/ FEDERAL
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether to take a case on whether property owners facing marijuana-related code enforcement fines from Humboldt County, California officials have a right to a jury trial.
The Drug Enforcement Administration posted another profile on one of its special agents.
Rep. James Comer (R-KY) tweeted, “I’ve witnessed firsthand the tremendous potential of industrial hemp to create quality jobs & meaningful economic opportunities for American workers & family farmers. I’m leading a bipartisan effort today to protect the hemp industry.”
Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) authored a blog post touting his recent op-ed in support of marijuana rescheduling.
/ STATES
A Pennsylvania senator tweeted, “Pennsylvania can’t afford to wait any longer. Our cannabis landscape is fractured, unregulated products are being sold in corner stores, while the illicit market continues to thrive. The time is now to establish the PA Cannabis Control Board. Let’s get this right!”
Nebraska medical cannabis regulators stepped down, with one saying he felt Gov. Jim Pillen (R) sought his resignation due to his support for upholding the will of voters who enacted legalization initiatives.
California officials published a report on marijuana revenue-funded youth drug prevention and treatment programs.
Minnesota regulators launched a public education campaign about cannabis aimed at reaching people under the age of 25.
Maryland regulators released new educational resources for cannabis cultivation and processing business employees.
Washington State regulators added a new required reporting function to the state’s cannabis tracking system.
The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority Board of Directors will meet on Wednesday.
Colorado regulators will hold a stakeholder meeting about revisions to marijuana rules on Thursday.
The New York Cannabis Control Board will meet on Monday.
The U.S. Virgin Islands Cannabis Advisory Board will meet on October 8.
Missouri regulators will host cannabis training sessions for police officers and government officials next month.
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/ LOCAL
Baldwin Park, California and several public officials are being ordered to pay nearly $1.9 million to a cannabis company after a jury agreed they committed fraud during the city’s licensing process.
/ INTERNATIONAL
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated his opposition to legalizing cannabis.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A review concluded that “cannabis-derived compounds hold promise for antiviral therapies and functional ingredients, though further research is essential to ensure safety and efficacy.”
A study found that “the percentage of population agreeing with marijuana legalisation is associated with higher legislator support for drug legalisation, and presidential and legislator support for drug legalisation are associated with higher – but not more intense – citizen support for marijuana legalisation.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSIS
The Rockefeller Institute of Government published a report on differing circuit court rulings about the federal law banning marijuana consumers from owning guns.
/ BUSINESS
Village Farms International, Inc.’s board of directors approved a $10 million share repurchase authorization.
Beverage companies sent a letter expressing concerns about Minnesota cannabis product requirements.
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