Michigan’s cannabis industry has filed a lawsuit seeking to delay a new excise tax, arguing it will harm legal operators and drive consumers to the illicit market. The outcome could set a national precedent for how states balance taxation and market stability.

Michigan’s $3 billion cannabis market is preparing for regulatory and structural shifts that could reshape competition, pricing, and licensing. As one of the country’s most important cannabis economies, the state’s next moves will define the future of its industry.

West Virginia’s medical cannabis program has generated nearly $34 million in taxes and fees since 2021 — yet none of it has been spent. As the state’s funds sit idle, patients and operators are left wondering when the benefits of legalization will finally reach communities in need.

Minnesota’s new cannabis retailers are facing empty shelves as supply chain bottlenecks and regulatory backlogs slow product delivery. Here’s why the shortages are happening, what lessons other states can offer, and how businesses can prepare for long-term stability.