Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 829 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
Minnesota Sees Stability in a Volatile Hemp Industry
The article reports on Minnesota's experience with stability in the hemp industry during a period of national volatility. The piece examines how Minnesota's regulatory framework a...
Cannabis Business Times
The sky is not falling: how Minnesota is successfully regulating intoxicating hemp
This article discusses Minnesota's regulatory approach to intoxicating hemp products, suggesting the state has implemented effective oversight measures to manage this emerging pro...
greenstate.com
Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management denies petition to add inhalers, flower and concentrates to medical program
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has denied a petition requesting the addition of inhalers, flower, and concentrates to the state's medical cannabis program. The ...
CBS News
GOP Lawmakers File Amendments To Prevent Federal Recriminalization Of Hemp THC Products This Year
Three Republican members of Congress, including Rep. Andy Barr (R-KY), have filed separate amendments to agriculture legislation to prevent a scheduled federal ban on hemp THC pro...
Marijuana Moment
Apparent loophole in Minnesota law could allow higher-potency hemp sales
Minnesota's hemp regulations may contain a loophole that could permit the sale of higher-potency hemp products than currently allowed under state law. The article examines potenti...
MJBizDaily
Minnesota Governor Walz Signs Landmark Cannabis Omnibus Bill, Reshaping State’s Cannabis Industry
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed a landmark cannabis omnibus bill that significantly reshapes the state's cannabis regulatory framework and industry operations. This legisla...
Foley Hoag
Here’s how a new law will change Minnesota’s cannabis and hemp industries
Minnesota has enacted new legislation that will modify regulations and operations within the state's cannabis and hemp industries. The law represents a significant policy update a...
MPR News
House adopts robust amendment to DFL marijuana bill creating hemp licensing system
The Minnesota House adopted an amendment to a DFL-supported marijuana bill that establishes a hemp licensing system. This legislative action represents a significant development i...
Minnesota Reformer
MINNEAPOLIMEDIA NEWS | Minnesota Moves To Reshape Cannabis Industry As Lawmakers Approve Sweeping Market Streamlining Bill
Minnesota lawmakers have approved a sweeping bill to streamline and reshape the state's cannabis industry. The legislation represents a significant restructuring of Minnesota's ca...
MinneapoliMedia
Seven ways that Minnesota’s cannabis laws are changing
An article outlining seven specific changes to Minnesota's cannabis laws, indicating substantive regulatory or legislative updates affecting the state's cannabis framework.
MSN
Erin DuPree appointed as Minnesota’s first Office of Cannabis Management Director
Erin DuPree has been appointed as the director of Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management, marking the establishment of the state's first dedicated cannabis regulatory leadershi...
WDIO.com
Minnesota Legislature Passes Omnibus Cannabis Bill Restructuring Medical and Adult-Use Supply Chains
The Minnesota Legislature has passed a comprehensive omnibus cannabis bill that restructures both the medical and adult-use cannabis supply chains in the state. This legislation r...
Hemp Gazette
Minnesota lawmakers ‘tweak’ cannabis laws to create new category, boost hemp THC
Minnesota lawmakers have modified state cannabis laws to establish a new product category and increase the allowable THC threshold for hemp products. This legislative adjustment r...
MJBizDaily
7 changes to Minnesota’s cannabis laws to know about
The article outlines seven significant changes to Minnesota's cannabis laws, covering updates to the state's regulatory framework. This report documents recent amendments and modi...
Star Tribune
House OKs cannabis bill with new license, streamlined supply chain
The Minnesota House of Representatives approved a cannabis bill that establishes a new license type and implements a streamlined supply chain framework for the state's cannabis in...
Minnesota House of Representatives (.gov)
US (MN): House OKs cannabis bill with new license, streamlined supply chain
The Minnesota House has approved a cannabis bill that introduces new licensing provisions and streamlines the supply chain for cannabis operations. This legislative action represe...
MMJDaily
Minnesota’s Top Cannabis Regulator Resigns; Adult-Use Sales Launch Date Still Unknown
Minnesota's top cannabis regulator has resigned, leaving uncertainty about the timeline for adult-use cannabis sales launches in the state. The departure occurs as Minnesota conti...
Cannabis Business Times
Minnesota cannabis office ends license preapproval process - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has discontinued its license preapproval process for cannabis applicants. This change affects how businesses apply for and receiv...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Some East Grand Forks businesses must register with city to sell low-potency hemp products
East Grand Forks has implemented a registration requirement for businesses selling low-potency hemp products within city limits. This local regulatory measure establishes a licens...
Grand Forks Herald
Minnesota Governor Selects Top Marijuana Regulator For The State
Minnesota's governor has selected a top marijuana regulator to lead the state's cannabis regulatory framework. This appointment represents a significant step in Minnesota's implem...
Marijuana Moment
Minnesota’s retail marijuana rules sent for final approval before license rollout - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota's retail marijuana rules have been sent for final approval ahead of the state's license rollout process. This represents a critical regulatory step in implementing Minne...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Congressional Amendments To Delay Or Speed Up Federal Hemp THC Product Ban Won’t Get Votes
Congressional amendments regarding the federal hemp THC product ban—one proposing a one-year delay and another seeking to accelerate implementation—will not receive House floor vo...
Marijuana Moment
Federal Marijuana Rescheduling Will End Discrimination In Housing, Healthcare And Employment For Medical Cannabis Patients (Op-Ed)
An op-ed argues that federal marijuana rescheduling by the DOJ and DEA will eliminate discrimination against medical cannabis patients in housing, healthcare, and employment by fe...
Marijuana Moment
Guidance Memo | GM-2026-01
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) issued guidance memo GM-2026-01 clarifying that licensed cannabis cultivators are authorized to purchase immature cannabis plants...
MN Office of Cannabis Management
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