The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is calling on the Department of Transportation (DOT) to clarify how a pending federal plan to reclassify cannabis would affect drug testing for commercial drivers.  ATA’s COO, Dan Horvath, noted in a recent letter to the Transportation Secretary that the association is worried that reclassification could weaken the safeguards and … Continue reading “420 with CNW — ATA Asks DOT to Act as Marijuana Rescheduling Regains Focus”

New York’s cannabis industry faced another setback recently after a federal appeals court ruled that the state unlawfully discriminated against applicants from outside New York in a recent licensing process.  On August 12, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued a 2-1 decision stating that the state’s choice to favor applicants with … Continue reading “420 with CNW — New York’s Cannabis Social Equity Program Faces Another Legal Challenge”

While President Donald Trump weighs an administrative move to change cannabis’ federal classification, a Republican lawmaker has put forward a bill to make that change permanent through legislation.  Representative Greg Steube has once again introduced the “Marijuana 1-to-3 Act,” marking the fourth time he has filed the measure in consecutive sessions. The bill’s name refers … Continue reading “420 with CNW — GOP Congressman Introduces Bill to Reclassify Marijuana Federally”

Delaware’s first weekend of legal recreational cannabis sales wrapped up with better-than-expected results, marking an important step forward for the state’s new adult-use cannabis program. Sales officially kicked off on August 1, drawing in both seasoned medical patients and first-time recreational buyers.  During the initial three-day period from Friday to Sunday, combined sales of medical … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Delaware Reports Encouraging Start to Adult-Use Marijuana Market”

The Justice Department is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a federal rule that bars people who use cannabis or other illegal substances from owning firearms. The DOJ argues the policy aligns with the Second Amendment and should remain in place.  John Sauer, the U.S. Solicitor General, has asked the justices to take up … Continue reading “420 with CNW — US DOJ Urges Supreme Court to Uphold Gun Ban for Marijuana Users”

President Donald Trump recently hinted at easing federal cannabis restrictions during a private dinner at his Bedminster club in New Jersey. “We need to review that,” he told a small group of donors, according to two attendees. “It’s something we’re considering.”  During his campaign, Trump had stated that a second term could mark a shift … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Reports Indicate Trump is Privately Considering Cannabis Reclassification”

Cannabis operators in Los Angeles will face steeper renewal fees after the City Council unanimously approved a hike recently, putting added pressure on an industry already dealing with thin margins and increasing competition.  City officials explained that the fee hike is necessary due to declining tax income from the sector, combined with a growing budget … Continue reading “420 with CNW — LA Council Approves Higher License Fees for Marijuana Businesses”

A new bill focusing on medical marijuana and workers’ compensation has been introduced in the Pennsylvania legislature as debate over legalizing recreational cannabis gains momentum. The bill, introduced by Representative David Delloso, would require employers in the state to reimburse injured workers who use medical cannabis as part of their treatment.  Under this proposed law, … Continue reading “420 with CNW — Proposed Pennsylvania Bill Would Make Employers Cover Medical Cannabis Under Workers’ Compensation”