Medical Marijuana Blog

Federal Cannabis Rescheduling: Where Schedule III Stands in February 2026

Two months after Trump's executive order, cannabis remains Schedule I. The DEA has no judge, the AG has gone silent, and 48 GOP lawmakers want it killed.

Feb 16, 2026

Georgia SB 220: How the 'Putting Georgia's Patients First Act' Could Transform Medical Cannabis in 2026

Georgia has the most restrictive operational medical cannabis program in the United States. The state's 5% THC cap produces products so dilute they are comparab...

Pennsylvania Cannabis in 2026: The Complete Data and Policy Landscape

Pennsylvania stands at the threshold of recreational cannabis legalization, with Governor Josh Shapiro making his third consecutive push in his February 3, 2026...

Texas Medical Marijuana in 2026: What HB 46 Changed and How to Get Certified

Texas's Compassionate Use Program underwent its most significant expansion ever on September 1, 2025, when House Bill 46 took effect — adding chronic pain and s...

Arizona Recreational Marijuana Repeal: What the 2026 Ballot Initiative Means for Medical Cannabis Patients

Arizona voters may soon be asked to undo what they approved just six years ago. A new ballot initiative called the "Sensible Marijuana Policy Act for Arizona" w...

MedicalNews

Inside America's First Government-Run Dispensary — And Why Minnesota Medical Cardholders Are the Biggest Winners

On February 5, 2026, a small city 20 miles north of Minneapolis did something no American city has ever done before. Anoka, Minnesota — population 18,000, best ...

Ohio's Billion-Dollar Cannabis Clash: How SB 56 Overrides Voter Will, Re-Criminalizes Users, and Sets the Stage for a 2026 Ballot Fight

In November 2023, 57% of Ohio voters said yes to legal marijuana. They approved Issue 2, a citizen-led ballot initiative that legalized recreational cannabis fo...

NewsMedical

2026 Alcohol vs Cannabis Market Outlook: The Great American Beverage Shift

2026 Alcohol vs Cannabis Market Outlook: The Great American Beverage Shift Last Updated: February 4, 2026 The bottom line: American drinking habits are underg...

Feb 4, 2026

LawsNews

Virginia Recreational Marijuana Sales: Everything You Need to Know About 2026 Legalization

Virginia is on track to launch recreational marijuana sales by November 1, 2026—making it the first Southern state with a legal adult-use cannabis market. After...

Feb 2, 2026

LawsNews

Florida Marijuana Legalization Initiative Fails to Qualify for 2026 Ballot

No, Florida did not legalize marijuana in 2026. The Smart & Safe Florida campaign's legalization initiative failed to qualify for the November 2026 ballot. The ...

Feb 2, 2026

MedicalLaws

Colorado Medical Marijuana Card (Red Card): Complete Guide 2026

Colorado was one of the first states to legalize medical marijuana back in 2000, and today its medical cannabis program remains one of the most established in t...

Jan 25, 2026

NewsMedical

From KushCon to Kushstock: The Evolution of California's Cannabis Culture Festival

If you've been part of the cannabis community for any length of time, you've likely heard of KushCon—the legendary cannabis competition that helped define strai...

Jan 25, 2026

NewsLaws

Do I Still Need a Medical Marijuana Card After Federal Rescheduling?

The Short Answer: Yes, You Absolutely Still Need Your Medical Marijuana Card After President Trump's executive order to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to...

Dec 18, 2025

NewsLaws

BREAKING: Trump Signs Executive Order to Reschedule Marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III

Breaking: Historic Marijuana Policy Shift President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing federal agencies to fast-track the reclassification of...

Dec 18, 2025

Pennsylvania Recreational Marijuana 2025: Is SB 120 the Bill That Finally Legalizes Weed?

Pennsylvania finds itself in an increasingly awkward position. Every neighboring state except West Virginia has legalized recreational marijuana, and border dis...

Dec 4, 2025

Medical Marijuana for Anxiety in Pennsylvania: How the #1 Qualifying Condition Changed Everything

Anxiety has quietly become the most common reason Pennsylvanians get a medical marijuana card, and it's not even close. Since being added as a qualifying condit...

Dec 4, 2025

Louisiana Recreational Marijuana 2025: Will HB627 Finally Legalize Weed?

Louisiana has come a long way from having some of the harshest cannabis penalties in the nation. Today, the state boasts a growing medical marijuana program, de...

Dec 3, 2025

Back Pain Affects Millions of Americans: New Research Explores Cannabis as a Potential Option

Low back pain is not just an inconvenience. For the millions of Americans who live with it daily, it represents a fundamental barrier to work, exercise, sleep, ...

Dec 2, 2025

Dispensary SEO Strategy & Tips for 2026

Effective dispensary search engine optimization (SEO) strategies are critical to stay at the forefront of consumers’ minds as plunging prices squeeze profit mar...

Oct 30, 2025

BusinessMedical

California Cannabis Innovation: Premium Product Delivery for the Modern Consumer

The Evolution of Cannabis Access California has always been a trendsetter. From technology to agriculture, and now cannabis, the Golden State continues to push...

Oct 8, 2025

Federal Re-classification Under Consideration: What Schedule III Would Mean for U.S. Cannabis Policy, Business, and Stocks

Introduction The federal government is actively weighing whether to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Wh...

Aug 12, 2025

Pennsylvania Poised to Lead: Workers’ Comp Reimbursement Makes Medical Cannabis More Accessible

Pennsylvania is at the forefront of a healthcare revolution. With House Bill 1766 (HB 1766), the Commonwealth is poised to become the first state to require wor...

Aug 6, 2025

THC-Infused Drinks: Emerging Product, Emerging Risks

A Growing Beverage Trend As cannabis legalization expands across the United States, one of the most intriguing new product categories to emerge is THC-infused ...

Jul 17, 2025

Medical Marijuana and Weight Loss: Can Cannabis Help You Shed Pounds?

The Surprising Link Between Cannabis and Weight Loss When most people think about marijuana, the image that comes to mind is a relaxing substance, famous for t...

Jul 11, 2025

Anxiety Now the Leading Condition for Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania

Understanding the Shift in Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Landscape In recent months, Pennsylvania has seen a major shift in its medical marijuana program. A...

Jul 9, 2025

Celebrity Power and Political Momentum: The New Push for Federal Cannabis Rescheduling

Cannabis Reform Takes the National Spotlight The landscape of cannabis reform in the United States is experiencing a surge of attention thanks to an alliance b...

Jul 3, 2025

Arkansas Tightens THC Hemp Rules: What You Need to Know in 2025

Arkansas recently enacted Act 629 (HB 533), significantly restricting hemp-derived THC products. This new legislation caps THC at 1 mg per container, transfers ...

Jun 28, 2025

Texas Governor Greg Abbott Vetoes THC Ban – Implications for the Cannabis Industry

On June 22, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott made headlines with his decisive veto of Senate Bill 3 (SB 3), a controversial piece of legislation aimed at bannin...

Jun 23, 2025

Congress Accelerating Cannabis Rescheduling and Banking Reform: What You Need to Know

Cannabis legalization has been a hot-button issue for years, but recent moves by Congress signal potentially groundbreaking shifts in how cannabis is classified...

Jun 20, 2025

Microdosing Cannabis: Low-Dose Therapies and Their Clinical Benefits

Microdosing cannabis is rapidly gaining popularity among medical marijuana patients and healthcare professionals alike. It involves consuming very small, precis...

Jun 16, 2025

Latest Medical Cannabis Studies: Promising Treatments, Risks, and Research Insights

As medical marijuana legalization spreads across the United States, groundbreaking research continues to shape our understanding of cannabis's therapeutic poten...

Jun 12, 2025

Texas Marijuana Laws at a Crossroads: Hemp-Derived THC Ban and Medical Cannabis Expansion

Texas, historically conservative regarding cannabis policy, is experiencing significant turbulence in 2025 as new legislation could drastically alter the state'...

Jun 9, 2025

Medical Marijuana Usage for Individuals 65 years of Age or Older is Increasing Dramatically

In recent years, a noteworthy trend has emerged in the realm of medical cannabis, older adults are increasingly embracing cannabis to manage various health cond...

Jun 4, 2025

Ohio's Recreational Marijuana Reforms: A Shift in Direction in 2025

November 2023, Ohio voters made history by approving Issue 2, which legalized recreational marijuana for adults aged 21 and over. Initially, the law permitted i...

May 30, 2025

Texas Medical Marijuana Program Major Updates: What You Need to Know in 2025

In May 2025, Texas took landmark steps in reshaping its cannabis landscape. Lawmakers expanded the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) while simultaneously m...

May 27, 2025

From Schedule I to III: How May 2025 Became the Turning Point for Cannabis Reform

Over the past two weeks, a confluence of regulatory pledges, legislative initiatives, financial maneuvers, market data, and public sentiment has coalesced to ma...

May 25, 2025

Why Matthew Zorn’s HHS Appointment Is a Win for Marijuana

On May 23, 2025, experienced drug policy litigator Matthew Zorn was appointed Deputy General Counsel at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), ...

May 24, 2025

The Imminent Cannabis Banking Amendment Vote: What It Means for the Industry

The U.S. cannabis industry is at a crossroads as the Senate prepares to consider attaching a cannabis banking amendment to the GENIUS Act, a standalone cryptocu...

May 23, 2025

How Tariffs Are Undermining the U.S. Cannabis Industry: A Comprehensive Analysis

The U.S. cannabis industry has become a major economic driver, contributing $115.2 billion to the national economy in 2024 and projected to add $123.6 billion i...

May 22, 2025

How the Evidence-Based Drug Policy Act of 2025 Could Tear Down Federal Cannabis Research Barriers

On April 29, 2025, Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Ilhan Omar (D-MN) introduced the Evidence-Based Drug Policy Act of 2025 (H.R. 3082) in the U.S. House o...

May 17, 2025

Understanding the Texas Medical Marijuana Program and House Bill 46

The Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) has provided a narrow path for patients to access medical cannabis since 2015. With the recent introduction and House...

May 17, 2025

MedicalLaws

Medical Marijuana Card Cost by State (2025) | $149 Evaluation + State Fees

How much does a medical marijuana card cost? The MMJ.com physician evaluation is $149. State registration fees vary from $0 to $150 depending on your state. <S...

May 13, 2025

MedicalStrains

Best Cannabis Strains for Pain Relief: A 2025 Deep Dive

Chronic pain affects over 50 million Americans—more than diabetes, heart disease, and cancer combined. As the opioid crisis continues and patients seek safer al...

May 12, 2025

What Is the SAFE Banking Act? Cannabis Banking Explained 2025

The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act is bipartisan federal legislation designed to remove the threat of criminal penalties for banks and credit un...

May 2, 2025

Largest-Ever Meta-Analysis Confirms Overwhelming Consensus on Medical Cannabis Benefits in Cancer Care

Regulatory Context As of February 1, 2025, 39 states, three U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia have comprehensive medical cannabis programs—up from...

Apr 17, 2025

The Stalled Journey: An In-Depth Look at Federal Cannabis Rescheduling Delays 2025

Introduction: A Controversial Debate in U.S. Drug Policy For decades, cannabis has been at the center of a heated debate regarding its federal classification. ...

Apr 13, 2025

Florida’s Proposed Telemedicine Bill: A New Era for Medical Marijuana Access

Introduction: Transforming Healthcare for Medical Marijuana Patients in Florida In a groundbreaking move poised to reshape the landscape of medical marijuana i...

Apr 13, 2025

The Price of Pennsylvania Medical Cannabis Products in 2025: A Comprehensive Analysis

Medical cannabis has emerged as an essential treatment option for many patients in Pennsylvania. As the Pennsylvania medical marijuana program grows—bolstered b...

Apr 10, 2025