Iowa

Years after a federal law paved the way for consumable hemp products to be sold in Iowa, business is still booming at a downtown Des Moines store promoting these products. The shelves at the Despensary on Fourth Street are lined with a colorful array of gummies, lotions, flower and drinks, all

A top Democratic lawmaker says the Iowa proposal has support across party lines. Democratic lawmakers in Iowa on Tuesday introduced legislation that would legalize adult-use marijuana in the state and pave the way for a regulated cannabis market. “We’ve listened to Iowans and heard from people of

Campaign for Sensible Cannabis Laws aims to increase support for loosening restrictions. While Republican majorities in Iowa’s Legislature are unlikely this session to mimic moves made in surrounding states easing restrictions on the possession and use of cannabis, supporters pushing for reforms in

The Iowa Cannabidiol Board recently released a report showcasing the growth of its medical cannabis program in 2022, both in sales as well as through an increase in registered patients and medical practitioners and other updates. Iowa Cannabidiol Board reports that by the end of December 2022, the

Growers and retailers say confusion remains over what is legal as some stores are flooded with unlicensed products. More than 800 Iowa retailers are licensed to sell consumable hemp products, including food, drinks and lotions. But some licensed manufacturers, of which there were more than 120 in

A member of the Partnership for a Healthy Iowa is calling for a statewide campaign to reverse widespread social acceptance of marijuana among young people. Why it matters: He believes it can help save children from longer-term substance abuse issues or death. Driving the news: Suicide is one of the

Now that recreational marijuana may become legal in Iowa, employers should know how this will affect the workplace and its policies. This difference may cause immense confusion and complications for employers. For example, federal law still considers marijuana use illegal. THC, the intoxicating

It’s time Iowa joins the winning team and legalizes marijuana. Individuals with a federal charge for marijuana possession are no longer criminals. President Joe Biden declared a pardon on Oct. 6 for thousands of individuals with a “simple marijuana possession.” Any other crimes that relate to

The new name, now seen on dispensaries in Sioux City and Windsor Heights, reflects shift to recreational pot allowed in other states Iowa’s first medical marijuana manufacturer and distributor is changing its name, planning a $10 million expansion in Iowa and moving into other states. MedPharm Iowa