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The Cannabis Research Institute (CRI), a partnership between the University of Illinois and Discovery Partners Institute, officially launched in Illinois last week. In a statement, Gov. JB Pritzker said CRI “will use innovative research and data collection to deepen our understanding of cannabis and help shape the future of the industry, better inform the public, and develop policies for consumer protection, economic and community development, and equity.”   “At the time I was elected, we were allowing people to be held criminally liable – and inequitably so – for consuming cannabis. Just five years later, we have one of the most…

Two-thirds of Florida voters said they will support Amendment 3, the state’s constitutional amendment to legalize adult-use cannabis, when it appears on the ballot in just under two weeks, according to a recent poll. Conducted by the University of North Florida’s Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL), the poll found 66% voter support for legalization, 30% of voters in opposition, and 4% who said they were undecided. If passed, Amendment 3 would legalize the possession of up to 3 ounces of cannabis flower for adults aged 21 or older. As a constitutional amendment, the issue requires at least 60% voter support…

Anyone who has battled cancer or has a loved one who has battled cancer knows firsthand how awful it can be. Undergoing chemotherapy treatment is often necessary but is also very difficult for cancer patients to have to endure. A common side effect of chemotherapy treatments is refractory nausea. Refractory nausea is a condition that occurs when nausea and vomiting don’t respond to treatment. When a cancer patient experiences it, it makes a difficult situation even worse. According to a recent clinical trial conducted in Australia, the use of plant-derived cannabis extracts is a safe and effective treatment for refractory…

As the marijuana industry continues to expand, a new economic analysis finds that the capital that cannabis businesses are expected to need will translate into upwards of $2.4 billion in revenue for banks from loan interest payments over the next 10 years. The report from CTrust, Whitney Economics and Green Check Verified projects that the state-level marijuana market will require between $65.6 billion and $130.7 billion in growth capital for new businesses and to refinance existing cannabis companies through 2035, which would generate anywhere from $1 billion to $2.4 billion in interest revenue for financial institutions that service them. While…

In a world where mental performance is becoming increasingly important, the search for ways to enhance brainpower is at an all-time high. From students striving for better grades to professionals looking to improve productivity, many people are turning to nootropics, substances designed to boost cognitive function and mental clarity. Whether you’re aiming for better memory, sharper focus, or a clearer mind, nootropics are gaining popularity for their potential to enhance brainpower. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of nootropics, the different types available, and how you can use them to unlock your brain’s full potential. What Are Nootropics? Nootropics…

Photo: yawitthaya / Shutterstock New York took longer than expected to give a thumbs up to legalized adult use, but when the state finally got its program off the ground in 2022, operators on the East coast were optimistic legalization in the Empire State would be a catalyst for dramatic growth in the region. It didn’t quite work out that way, partly due to licensing delays but mostly because a thriving illicit market put legal operators at a disadvantage from the start. In 2024, New York is starting to fulfill its potential as one of the largest cannabis markets in…

Election Day is next Tuesday, November 5. I have plenty of thoughts! Today I’ll stay in my lane, though, and focus on the cannabis state ballot measures. The voting states this time around include Florida, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota. I’m aware of one other jurisdiction is doing work around the edges– namely, Oregon’s Measure 119 on unionization for certain types of cannabis licensees (more on that one here). But today we will focus on the four “new regime” measures. With cannabis polling so favorably nationwide, you may be wondering why only four states are voting to change the…

A new study on prescription opioid use in Utah following the state’s legalization of medical marijuana suggests the availability of legal cannabis has both reduced opioid use by patients with chronic pain and also helped drive down prescription overdose deaths statewide. “Since the legalization of medical cannabis in 2018, there has been a noticeable decrease in deaths related to prescription opioids in the state,” the report says. “This shift suggests that the introduction of cannabis as a therapeutic alternative may have contributed to a reduction in opioid use among patients seeking pain relief.” Members of Utah’s Medical Cannabis Policy Advisory Board…

The Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District ruled Tuesday that local governments cannot stack cannabis industry sales taxes, Gannett reports. The ruling reverses a lower court’s decision from May that allowed the city of Florissant and St. Louis County to impose a 3% sales tax on adult-use cannabis sales. In the decision, the panel of appellate judges said that the state constitution’s “plain, unambiguous” language only allows “one local government…to impose an additional three percent sales tax.” Due to the stacked taxes, customers at Florissant dispensaries were paying a total of 20.988% in sales taxes on adult-use cannabis products. The…

A supermajority – 70% – of Indiana voters support broad cannabis legalization in the state, according to a Causeway Solutions poll Updated Monday. The pollster has Republican ties, and the results were initially released by Safe and Regulated Indiana, which is backed by Republicans in the state.   According to the poll results, outlined by Indiana Capital Chronicle, just 27% of those polled opposed the reforms and just 16% of respondents indicated they were less likely to politically support someone who voted to legalize cannabis for adult use. Another 58% of those surveyed who also identified themselves as cannabis consumers said…