Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 832 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
Walz signs Minnesota’s second cannabis compact, opening new partnership opportunities
Governor Walz signed Minnesota's second cannabis compact, establishing a new partnership framework for the state's cannabis industry. This compact creates additional opportunities...
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Mille Lacs Band signs cannabis compact, looks to become statewide supplier
The Mille Lacs Band has signed a cannabis compact, positioning itself to become a statewide cannabis supplier in Minnesota. This agreement allows the tribe to engage in cannabis p...
MPR News
‘A patchwork of prohibition’: Cities, counties find ways to block cannabis businesses
Cities and counties across Minnesota are using local ordinances and zoning restrictions to block or limit cannabis business operations within their jurisdictions, creating inconsi...
MPR News
Minnesota’s cannabis tax will be one of the highest in the nation after 50% hike
Minnesota has implemented a 50% increase to its cannabis tax, resulting in one of the highest tax rates in the nation. This tax hike will significantly impact the state's cannabis...
Star Tribune
Minnesota Army veteran: Cannabis needs to be rescheduled
A Minnesota Army veteran advocates for federal rescheduling of cannabis, arguing it should be moved from Schedule I classification. The piece presents the veteran's perspective on...
Minnesota Reformer
Minnesota Governor Signs Tribal Cannabis Compact Allowing Off-Reservation Dispensaries
Minnesota's governor has signed a tribal cannabis compact that permits tribes to operate cannabis dispensaries outside of reservation boundaries. This agreement expands tribal can...
Cannabis Business Times
Minnesota Lawmakers Agree on Cannabis Law Changes, Send Bill to Governor
Minnesota lawmakers have agreed on cannabis law modifications and forwarded the bill to the Governor for consideration. The legislative action represents a significant step in rev...
Cannabis Business Times
Minnesota Governor, Legislative Leaders to Increase Cannabis Excise Tax in Budget
Minnesota Governor and legislative leaders have agreed to increase the cannabis excise tax as part of the state budget. This represents a significant policy decision affecting can...
Cannabis Business Times
Conferees OK cannabis agreement as Minnesota readies for adult-use market
Minnesota legislative conferees have approved a cannabis agreement as the state prepares to implement its adult-use cannabis market. This action represents a significant step forw...
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Minnesota Court of Appeals to decide if state can prosecute cannabis crimes on tribal lands
The Minnesota Court of Appeals will decide whether the state has jurisdiction to prosecute cannabis-related crimes committed on tribal lands. This case addresses a fundamental leg...
Minnesota Reformer
How will Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market shake out?
This article discusses the anticipated structure and development of Minnesota's emerging adult-use cannabis market. The piece examines potential market dynamics and regulatory out...
MJBizDaily
Businesses, others question Minnesota cannabis tribal compacts
Various stakeholders, including cannabis businesses, have raised questions and concerns regarding Minnesota's tribal cannabis compacts. The article reports on disputes or disagree...
minnpost.com
New Minnesota law allows breweries to sell hemp THC-infused drinks on tap
Minnesota passed new legislation permitting breweries to sell hemp-derived THC-infused beverages on tap. This represents a legislative expansion allowing previously restricted can...
CBS News
Minnesota hemp entrepreneurs worry recreational marijuana could push them out of business
Minnesota hemp industry entrepreneurs express concerns that the legalization of recreational marijuana could negatively impact their business operations and market position. The a...
Sahan Journal
What you need to know about marijuana legalization in Minnesota
This article provides information about marijuana legalization in Minnesota, covering key facts and details relevant to the state's cannabis policy landscape.
Bring Me The News
Hemp ban in federal funding bill could end Minnesota’s THC edibles and drinks industry
A federal funding bill contains a hemp ban that could potentially eliminate Minnesota's legal THC edibles and drinks industry. The provision addresses hemp-derived cannabis produc...
Minnesota Reformer
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
US (MN): Governor Walz signs Tribal-state cannabis compact with Prairie Island Indian Community
Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota has signed a cannabis compact agreement with the Prairie Island Indian Community, establishing a framework for cannabis regulation and commerce betw...
MMJDaily
Adult Possession and Home Cultivation Takes Effect
Most provisions of HF 100 took effect on August 1, 2023. Adults 21 and older could legally possess cannabis and begin home cultivation. Automatic expungement processes for qualify...
Historical Archive
Governor Walz Signs HF 100 — Adult-Use Cannabis Legalized
Governor Tim Walz signed HF 100 on May 30, 2023, making Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize adult-use cannabis. The law allowed adults 21+ to possess up to 2 ounces of cannabis f...
Historical Archive
Minnesota House Passes Adult-Use Cannabis Bill (HF 100)
The Minnesota House of Representatives passed HF 100, a comprehensive adult-use cannabis legalization bill, sending it to the Senate. The bill proposed full legalization for adult...
Historical Archive
Minnesota Statute 151.72 Takes Effect
Hemp-derived THC edibles and beverages became legally available for sale in Minnesota on July 1, 2022. Retailers across the state began selling products including THC gummies, bev...
Historical Archive
Minnesota Legalizes Hemp-Derived THC Products (Statute 151.72)
Governor Walz signed HF 3595 into law, which included amendments to Minnesota Statute 151.72 explicitly legalizing the sale of hemp-derived THC edibles and beverages. Products wer...
Historical Archive
Minnesota Establishes State Hemp Program
Minnesota established its Industrial Hemp Development Act, creating a state-administered hemp program under the Department of Agriculture. The program authorized hemp cultivation,...
Historical Archive
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