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.
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-...
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Minnesota expands tribal cannabis partnerships with new compact
Minnesota has expanded its cannabis partnerships with tribal nations through a new compact agreement. The development represents a formal regulatory expansion of tribal cannabis a...
KTTC | Rochester, MN
Minnesota's third Tribal-state cannabis compact announced
Minnesota has announced its third tribal-state cannabis compact, expanding regulated cannabis operations on tribal lands. This agreement represents a continuation of Minnesota's f...
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Cities test limits of Minnesota cannabis law, exposing legal gray areas
Minnesota cities are challenging the boundaries of the state's cannabis laws by testing regulatory interpretations, revealing unresolved legal ambiguities in how local jurisdictio...
minnpost.com
Minnesota’s cannabis grant program invests in communities harmed by ‘war on drugs’
Minnesota has established a cannabis grant program designed to provide financial support to communities historically harmed by drug enforcement policies. The program represents an...
MPR News
How Minnesota became the gold standard for hemp-THC sales
Minnesota has established itself as a leading jurisdiction for hemp-THC product sales, developing regulatory frameworks that serve as a model for other states. The article discuss...
CSP Daily News
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 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
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 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
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
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