FORBES: New Amendments To Marijuana Banking Bill Revealed
A.J. Herrington , Contributor A bill to give the regulated marijuana industry access to basic banking services was amended before being approved by a Senate legislative panel last week, with several of the changes designed to appease opposition from Republican lawmakers. The legislation, known as the Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act, was introduced on […]
County Announces Cannabis Equity Program EIR Open Meetings Oct 12 & 17
Cannabis Program EIR – Public Scoping Meetings Dear Interested Stakeholder, We want to hear from you! The County of San Diego Planning & Development Services (PDS) invites you to attend one of two public scoping meetings to share your thoughts on the scope and content of the Socially Equitable Cannabis Program (Cannabis Program) Environmental Impact Report […]
CNBC: Landmark marijuana financing bill clears big hurdle in the Senate
Landmark marijuana financing bill clears big hurdle in the Senate Stefan Sykes@THESTEFANSYKES KEY POINTS A new bill aimed at establishing a safe harbor for financial institutions serving legal marijuana businesses cleared a big hurdle in the Senate. The Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation Banking Act was introduced by a bipartisan group of senators last week. […]
CCIA: California Legislature Approves AB 1207 by 2 Votes
The Senate narrowly approved a hotly-debated cannabis labeling and advertising bill, AB 1207, late Thursday, amidst intense opposition spearheaded by CCIA. Authored by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks), AB 1207 seeks to legally define items deemed “attractive to children.” While early reports yesterday signaled that the bill lacked sufficient votes to pass, AB 1207 was ultimately […]
NORML California: Permitting Live Events at Cannabis On-Site Consumption Lounges
Local establishments authorized to permit adults to consume cannabis on their premises will be able to expand their operations to include food services and live events, under legislation advanced to the Governor’s desk. Assembly Bill 374 expands existing law so that cannabis consumption facilities can serve patrons “non-cannabis food or beverage products.” Establishments will also be permitted to […]
Adams Ave Street Fair To Include Its First Cannabis Row
Cannabis Row, presented by Farmers Cup and Mankind, will be making a public debut of sorts, with their co-sponsorship of the 2023 Adams Avenue Street Fair. The Cannabis Row area will be confined to the Adams Avenue Theatre and will feature informational booths hosted by area cannabis firms. Dispensary Partner Mankind will be on hand […]
California Cannabis Industry Rallies For SB51’s Passage
ASSEMBLY FLOOR ALERT SB 51 (BRADFORD) SUPPORT We, the undersigned equity advocates, owners, applicants, and disproportionately impacted community members, who have endured the profound impact of the War on Drugs, come together with an urgent plea regarding the vital Senate Bill 51 (SB51), which has passed the Assembly floor with an overwhelming vote of […]
SD County Supes Host Prop 64 Grant Funds Acceptance Hearing Sep 27
Upcoming Board Hearing: Authority to Accept the California Board of State and Community Corrections Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant Program Funds Dear Interested Stakeholder, The Board of Supervisors of the County of San Diego will conduct a public hearing on the request for authorization for Planning & Development Services to accept […]
Tropical Storm Hilary Delivers Increased Sales for Area Dispensaries
Driving around San Diego Saturday, streets were quieter than usual due to Hurricane Hilary. However, the lobbies of area dispensaries were more crowded than usual. Lines to enter THC SD in Mission Valley were visibly long, and the March and Ash lobby was full at 1:30. Kayla Rambo, General Manager of Jaxx Cannabis observed: “There’s […]
