Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 702 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
Marijuana use in Minnesota youth declined in 2025, according to new data - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
New data indicates that marijuana use among Minnesota youth declined in 2025. The report provides updated statistics on youth cannabis consumption patterns specific to Minnesota.
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota teen cannabis use drops 57% since 2013, survey finds
A survey indicates that cannabis use among Minnesota teenagers has declined by 57% since 2013. This finding represents a significant trend in youth substance use patterns within t...
KIMT
RFK And Dr. Oz Want Anti-Marijuana Groups’ Lawsuit Challenging Medicare Hemp Coverage Program Dismissed
Federal health officials under the Trump administration are seeking dismissal of a lawsuit filed by marijuana legalization opponents challenging a new Medicare hemp coverage progr...
Marijuana Moment
Trump puts medical cannabis protections in budget (Newsletter: April 6, 2026)
A newsletter roundup covering multiple cannabis policy developments including Trump administration budget provisions for medical cannabis protections, an FBI memo on marijuana inv...
Marijuana Moment
Marijuana Rescheduling Could ‘Unlock Research’ To Treat Rare Diseases, Father Of Terminally Ill Child Tells Congressional Committee
A father of a terminally ill child testified before the House Small Business Committee in favor of marijuana rescheduling, arguing it could unlock research to treat rare diseases....
Marijuana Moment
Minnesota lawmakers tweak cannabis regulations as state issues first recalls
Minnesota lawmakers have adjusted cannabis regulations as the state issues its first product recalls. This development reflects ongoing refinement of the Minnesota cannabis regula...
MPR News
Inside Minnesota's cannabis safety checks
This article examines Minnesota's cannabis safety testing and regulatory procedures for the state's cannabis industry. The piece provides an overview of how cannabis products are ...
fox9.com
Dabney: Weed breathalyzers and saliva tests? Let’s be real about their limits.
An opinion piece discussing the scientific limitations of cannabis breathalyzers and saliva tests for impairment detection. The article examines the challenges and unreliability o...
Star Tribune
Low-dose vapes, pre-rolls recalled for having too much THC in them - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Low-dose cannabis vapes and pre-rolls have been recalled due to containing excessive THC levels beyond labeled amounts. The recall indicates a product labeling or manufacturing co...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Feds sued over Medicare cannabis product coverage (Newsletter: April 1, 2026)
A lawsuit has been filed against federal authorities challenging Medicare's coverage policies regarding cannabis products. The newsletter also covers various state-level cannabis ...
Marijuana Moment
Medical cannabis helps Minnesotans find relief from obstructive sleep apnea, study says
A study reports that medical cannabis may provide relief for Minnesota residents suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. The research documents therapeutic outcomes among patients...
kare11.com
AOC Slams Federal Drug Laws That Restrict Marijuana And Psychedelics Despite Their Medical Value
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the federal drug scheduling system for placing marijuana and psychedelics in the most restrictive category, arguing this classification co...
Marijuana Moment
Anti-Marijuana Groups File Lawsuit To Block Trump Administration’s Hemp CBD And THC Medicare Coverage Plan
A coalition of anti-marijuana advocacy groups, led by Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and nine other drug prevention organizations, filed a lawsuit on Monday to block a Trump ...
Marijuana Moment
Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management now accepting applications for lower-potency hemp edible retailer, manufacturer, and wholesaler business licenses
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has resumed accepting business license applications for lower-potency hemp edible (LPHE) retailers, manufacturers, and wholesalers, mar...
MN Office of Cannabis Management
Judge Rejects Anti-Marijuana Groups’ Motion To Block CBD And THC Medicare Coverage Plan, Setting Hearing For 4/20
A federal judge denied a motion by anti-marijuana organizations seeking to block the Trump administration's plan to cover hemp-derived CBD and THC products through Medicare. The u...
Marijuana Moment
Tests confirm Minnesota hemp retailers have sold marijuana, but state has new enforcement plan
Testing has confirmed that some Minnesota hemp retailers have sold products containing marijuana in violation of state law. The Minnesota state government has announced a new enfo...
MinnPost
Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management issues consumer advisory for Beezwax brand vapes and prerolls manufactured by Kooka LLC
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management issued a consumer advisory for Beezwax brand vapes and prerolls manufactured by Kooka LLC. The advisory alerts consumers about specific...
Red Lake Nation News
It’s not just THC gummies and drinks – CBD products on federal hit list, too
Federal regulators are expanding enforcement actions beyond THC-containing products to include CBD products, indicating a broader regulatory crackdown on cannabis-derived compound...
minnpost.com
Ellison and other AGs push for ban on ‘intoxicating hemp-derived’ THC products
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and other state attorneys general are advocating for a ban on intoxicating hemp-derived THC products. This represents a coordinated multi-...
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
Hemp builders come to town and THC-infused products in trouble
The article discusses hemp construction industry developments in Minnesota and regulatory challenges facing THC-infused products. Specific details about which builders, products, ...
minnpost.com
Local organizations receive cannabis education grants
Local organizations in the Bemidji area have received cannabis education grants to support community awareness and education initiatives. The grants represent funding disbursement...
Bemidji Pioneer
Minnesota to Crack Down on Sale of Cannabis Flower Labeled as Hemp
Minnesota authorities are implementing enforcement measures to prevent the illegal sale of cannabis flower products that are falsely labeled or marketed as hemp. This action addre...
Cannabis Business Times
Keith Ellison, 38 other attorneys general ask Congress to ban intoxicating hemp products
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and 38 other state attorneys general sent a letter to Congress requesting a federal ban on intoxicating hemp products, such as delta-8 and...
Star Tribune
Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management launches grant program for restoring communities negatively impacted by cannabis prohibition
Today, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management announced a new program to help fund projects addressing a range of community needs, including economic development, public heal...
MN Office of Cannabis Management
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