FL 2026 legalization; NRA on marijuana consumer gun ban; Rescheduling debate; FDA on CBD & animals; WA psychedelics; Study upends “lazy stoner” image
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
National Institute on Drug Abuse Director Nora Volkow suggested that government-run marijuana sales could be the best model, saying that “while state monopolies have not yet been tried with cannabis, they have proven effective at reducing the public health impacts of alcohol.”
The Florida campaign behind a marijuana legalization initiative that failed on the 2024 ballot has filed a revised measure it wants to put before voters in 2026.
The National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action said the federal ban on gun ownership by marijuana consumers has “led to a confusing regulatory landscape” that has impacted Americans’ Second Amendment rights.
- “Many of these individuals are otherwise law-abiding and productive members of their communities and want to exercise their right to keep and bear arms.”
The Food and Drug Administration is seeking comments from veterinarians and the broader public about the use of cannabis-derived products in animals, with a particular focus on CBD.
Washington State senators filed a bill to legalize psilocybin services through a new two-track program focused on therapy for people with mental health conditions as well as broader wellness.
A new federally funded study shows that “daily cannabis use was positively associated with daily” moderate-to-vigorous physical activity—smashing stereotypes about “lazy stoners”—though marijuana use is also tied to more alcohol and cigarette consumption.
- “It may be that cannabis use increased [physical activity] enjoyment and/or subsequent feelings of psychological reward.”
National Cannabis Industry Association board member Khurshid Khoja argues in a new Marijuana Moment op-ed that attorneys whose motion led to the cancellation of cannabis rescheduling hearings engaged in a “procedural sideshow, rather than working constructively to secure desperately needed relief for the cannabis industry.”
Wild Montana, Montana Wildlife Federation, Montana Trails Coalition and Montana State Parks Foundation are urging Gov. Greg Gianforte (R) and lawmakers not to divert marijuana tax revenue away from conservation programs.
/ FEDERAL
The Food and Drug Administration filed a Federal Register notice requesting “information on industry practices related to poppy seeds, such as information about growing, harvesting, processing, and distribution of poppy seeds, including industry practices to reduce the opiate alkaloid content of poppy seeds.”
Reps. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) and Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA) are urging President Joe Biden to grant more clemency before he leaves office, including for people incarcerated over marijuana.
/ STATES
Maine Gov. Janet Mills (D) is proposing to increase cannabis taxes.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D) cited public support for legalizing marijuana.
The North Dakota House of Representatives rejected a bill to ban kratom.
A Kentucky representative filed a bill to create a legal definition of driving under the influence of marijuana.
An Indiana representative spoke about the benefits of legalizing marijuana.
Delaware’s outgoing top marijuana regulator said that legal recreational sales are on track to launch between April and June.
Minnesota regulators opened the window for prospective cannabis business license applicants to seek verification of their social equity status.
Oregon regulators published a bulletin about a voter-approved law requiring marijuana businesses to enter into labor peace agreements.
Ohio regulators are considering petitions to add new medical cannabis qualifying conditions.
California regulators posted new resources on pesticides and cannabis, product recalls and corrective action plans for remediation.
Rhode Island regulators will host a cannabis social equity focus group on Thursday.
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/ LOCAL
The Colorado Springs, Colorado City Council approved recreational marijuana sales ordinances but is also considering putting a measure on the April ballot to repeal the voter-approved legalization of such cannabis commerce.
/ INTERNATIONAL
Canadian officials posted updated data on the medical cannabis program.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A study found that methanolic seed extract of cannabis sativa “possesses antibacterial, antioxidant, and anticataleptic activities, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic agent for managing catalepsy and other neurological disorders.”
The journal Psychiatry published an issue focused on psychedelics.
/ BUSINESS
1933 Industries Inc.’s CEO is resigning.
Eaze Inc. announced it finalized the closing of its asset purchase and started operations at 70 retail locations and two cultivation sites.
Würk and Green Check launched a strategic partnership to provide workforce management solutions to cannabis businesses.
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