📋 Guidance
Event: Mar 18, 2024 · Published: Mar 28, 2026
Marijuana, cannabis, hemp: Why Minnesota is choosing its words carefully
Minnesota is implementing careful terminology distinctions between marijuana, cannabis, and hemp in its regulatory framework. The state is standardizing language usage across agencies and legislation to ensure consistent legal and policy application.
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