A Massachusetts commission dismissed a challenge to an adult use cannabis repeal ballot effort, keeping the initiative moving forward procedurally. It’s a reminder that local policy risk can still impact valuations, retail footprints, and long term planning even in mature markets.

Federal seizures can still impact licensed cannabis businesses, even when they follow state rules. Here is why it happens, where operators get exposed, and how to reduce federal friction before it turns into inventory loss.

A recent court decision strengthened cannabis residency requirements in key markets, reshaping who can participate and how deals get structured. Here is what operators need to know to protect market access, partnerships, and expansion plans.

Regulators are closely scrutinizing cannabis mergers and acquisitions, with enforcement actions occurring before deals even close. Control, timing, and behavior during transactions now carry real compliance risk.

A cannabis related case headed to the U.S. Supreme Court could set a defining national precedent. The outcome has real implications for compliance, enforcement posture, and personal risk exposure across the cannabis industry.

Even with pro-cannabis federal momentum, enforcement and agency follow through can remain uneven. Operators must track both policy signals and real world enforcement to manage risk effectively.

Industry leaders and reform advocates welcomed federal cannabis rescheduling as historic, while stressing that major issues remain unresolved. The response highlights both progress and the continued need for criminal justice and state federal alignment reforms.

A New York cannabis processor has filed a lawsuit challenging the state’s requirement for item level seed to sale tracking. The case could influence compliance costs, technology choices, and enforcement practices across licensed markets.

Glen Cove, New York has enacted a ban on public cannabis smoking, reflecting growing local pushback as legalization becomes more visible. The move highlights how municipal rules can directly affect consumer behavior and compliance considerations for cannabis businesses.

A proposed 2026 ballot question in Newton could reverse adult use cannabis legalization at the local level, shutting down retail and personal cultivation. The situation highlights how local politics can directly impact licenses, investments, and market access.

A U.S. Congresswoman is requesting clarity from the administration on federal cannabis enforcement — especially regarding federal lands and rescheduling. Her inquiry highlights the rising pressure for consistent national policy and the uncertainty operators face as they plan for the future.

A St. Louis jury awarded $3 million to a cannabis consultant injured at a cultivation and manufacturing site, highlighting the growing legal exposure facing cannabis operators. The case underscores the urgent need for stronger workplace safety, documentation, and insurance protections across the industry.

The New York Medical Cannabis Industry Association has filed a lawsuit against state regulators, claiming mismanagement allowed illicit cannabis to overrun the market. The case could force major changes in enforcement and reshape the state’s cannabis industry.

The Trump administration declined to file a government brief in a major Supreme Court cannabis case, signaling reduced federal engagement in shaping cannabis policy. The move highlights ongoing uncertainty at the federal level as courts, states, and agencies continue defining the future of cannabis regulation.