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- Senadora Republicana propone restablecer polémico mandato de aseo diario de habitaciones de hotelEl polémico enfrentamiento entre casinos de Nevada y el políticamente influyente Sindicato de Trabajadores Culinarios Local 226 en cuanto a la limpieza diaria de habitaciones que exige la ley, regresa a la Legislatura. La Senadora estatal Republicana Lori Rogich dijo el martes a The Nevada Independent que presentará un proyecto para exigir la limpieza diaria…
- GOP senator proposes bringing back room cleaning mandate, reigniting Culinary-resorts feudThe contentious fight between Nevada casinos and the politically powerful Culinary Workers Union Local 226 over legally mandated daily room cleaning is coming back to Carson City from an unexpected source — a freshman Republican state senator. Sen. Lori Rogich (R-Las Vegas) told The Nevada Independent Tuesday that she will introduce a measure to mandate…
- ‘It’s a long time coming’: Nevada Assembly switches to gender-neutral titlesIn today’s edition: A kerfuffle over how to refer to members of the Assembly Senate Republicans want shorter window for mail voting How LGBTQ+ advocates want to counter Trump From the Capital Bureau Chief: Congratulations on surviving the first day of Camp Carson, I mean, the first day of the legislative session. Only 119 days…
- Lawful Marijuana Sales Up Throughout New York In The Middle Of Crackdown on Illegal Shops, Guv SaysThe landscape of cannabis sales in New york city has experienced a considerable modification because of present legalization campaigns. The state has actually seen a significant rise in lawful marijuana sales, partly driven by strenuous enforcement versus prohibited marijuana stores. This rise underscores the requirement of dealing with the continuous issue of unlicensed vendors to make…
- 10 issues to watch during Nevada’s 2025 legislative sessionMonday marks the start of Nevada’s 83rd legislative session, the biennial 120-day tradition that will kick off in Carson City and see hundreds of proposed laws debated, amended, voted on and potentially signed into law. Once again, education funding and the competing policy priorities of legislative Democrats (who hold solid majorities in both legislative chambers)…
- CT Cannabis Statutes Forbid the Durham Fair From Organizing a Marijuana DisplayIntro Marijuana legalization in Connecticut has gone through significant modifications, with the state legalizing adult leisure use marijuana in 2021. The Durham Fair, a historic and prominent event within Connecticut, plays a vital function in celebrating regional agriculture and cultivating community interaction. This write-up aims to check out the ramifications of CT cannabis laws on the…
- Member Blog: The Cannabis Crisis Plan – Business Insurance for the FutureIs Your Cannabis Business Prepared for the Unexpected? In an industry as scrutinized as cannabis, a crisis can escalate quickly—having a solid plan in place can make all the difference. Given its unusual balance between federal illegality and regional legality, the cannabis industry sometimes feels like it’s under a microscope. Indeed, because of this microscope,…
- NCIA’s Statement on Interlocutory Appeal in Federal Cannabis Rescheduling HearingThe historic hearing scheduled to examine how marijuana is classified under federal law that could have potentially moved it into Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act has been postponed indefinitely. The DEA’s Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Mulrooney recently granted a request for leave to file an interlocutory appeal, resulting in the cancellation of…
- Member Blog: CBD Oracle Launches Consumer Protection Standards to Address Industry-Wide Issues in Hemp ProductsCBD Oracle has released a set of objective, expert-backed criteria to help consumers find better hemp products and lay out clear expectations for companies. The hemp industry has been a lifeline for many farmers, but it’s a minefield for consumers. Everyone tells you to check lab reports, but much of the time they don’t include…
- Committee Blog: The Tale of Two Cities – The Complexities of Cannabis vs HempHemp is federally legal but now the number of states banning hemp derived products are on the rise. Cannabis is federally illegal, however, we are now at 40 states with legalized cannabis markets. There is also the growing anticipation for the DEA to approve the reclassification of cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, as…
- Committee Blog: What is Craft Cannabis? Understanding Small-Batch Cultivation and Artisanal ProductsWhat is Craft Cannabis? Following state legalization and/or decriminalization, it doesn’t take long for dispensaries to be fully stocked with cannabis brands eager to get their products on shelves. Unfortunately, the flood of flower from cultivators that invest early into the new markets quickly turns into a creek as small independent farmers struggle to meet…
- Committee Blog: Cannabis Companies – Be Ready and Prepared for an IRS AuditPublished by NCIA’s Banking & Financial Services Committee (BFSC) Contributors: Tapan Ramachandran, CEO, Otterz Inc. | hello@otterz.co Neil Rosenfield, Tax Principal, Baker Tilly – neil.rosenfield@bakertilly.com Steven Gotsdiner, Senior Director, Tax, HBK, – sgotsdiner@hbkcpa.com Rochelle Dallons, CEO, Yield Bookkeeping Services – r.dallons@yieldbookkeeping.com As the cannabis industry continues to expand, operators face unique challenges in tax compliance and…
- Member Blog: The Value of AssociationsThis December, in conjunction with MJBizCon’ s pre-show forum Association Day held 12/3/24, Cannabis NewsHub asked participating associations the question “How does your organization bring value to your members and the growth of their business? 20+ Cannabis-related associations shared their thoughts on the value and member benefits they offer and these “INSIGHTS” were shared on Cannabis NewsHub’ s social media channels and are posted…
- California Officials Fund New Task To Preserve And Shield Tradition Marijuana Genes And CultureCalifornias marijuana society is unequaled, deeply incorporated right into its background and areas. The state has always been a leader in cannabis farming, with tradition communities playing a vital role fit its diverse marijuana scene. Protecting legacy cannabis genetics is not just concerning maintaining the unique pressures that have actually been grown over generations; it…
- Be Part of a Movement, Not a Moment: Highlights from NCIA’s Fall Stakeholder SummitsThis fall, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) held four Stakeholder Summits across the United States, gathering cannabis industry operators, regulators, investors, and advocates to tackle the unique regulatory, operational, and strategic challenges facing cannabis businesses today. Held in Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Southern California, these Summits offered actionable insights into the evolving landscape…
- NCIA Only Pro-Cannabis Organization Granted Standing in DEA Rescheduling ProceedingsOn November 19, the DEA’s Chief Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney issued a ruling granting the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) full standing to participate in the upcoming hearings on the agency’s proposed rule to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III in the federal Controlled Substances Act. NCIA was the only party granted standing…
- Member Blog: Cannabis Security Solutions – How Security-as-a-Service Delivers Predictable Costs and Reliable ProtectionThe cannabis industry is rapidly evolving—and so are the cannabis security solutions designed to support it. Cannabis facilities, from cultivation sites to dispensaries, face a range of security challenges, including compliance with regulations, risk of theft, and the complexities of managing high-value inventory. Traditional security systems are often ineffective and costly, leaving significant gaps in…
- Unlock Data-Driven Success: Watch the Full Recording of Our Latest NCIA WebinarThe cannabis industry is evolving rapidly, and data is the key to staying ahead. If you missed our latest Service Solutions webinar, now’s your chance to catch up on everything shared by leading experts in the field. During this NCIA Industry Essentials session, we explored how cannabis and ancillary businesses can harness data to drive…
- Unlocking Compliance: Full Webinar Recording Now Available!The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, and navigating the complexities of compliant marketing has never been more critical. Missed our latest Industry Essentials: Committee Insights webinar, Unlocking Compliance: Understanding Cannabis Marketing Regulations? Don’t worry—the full recording is now available! This session, produced by NCIA’s Marketing & Advertising Committee, featured a dynamic panel of experts who…
- Committee Blog: Access Control for Cannabis Businesses – A Complete Guide to the Benefits and How to Get StartedAs the legal cannabis industry continues to grow, the need for stringent security measures becomes increasingly critical. Among these measures, access controls stand out as a fundamental component for safeguarding premises, protecting inventory, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Cannabis facilities face unique security challenges due to the high value of their products and stringent regulatory requirements….