Maryland

Workers at Salisbury’s Apothecarium marijuana dispensary petition to join union. Workers at the Apothecarium marijuana dispensary in Salisbury are moving towards unionizing. Last week, the group filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to hold an election on joining United

It’s been more than a year since Maryland flipped a switch, turning the state’s string of medical cannabis stores into retailers open to anyone 21 and older. Ahead of the rollout made possible by a ballot referendum, lawmakers deftly set regulations and taxes based on what’s worked and what hasn’t

Cannabis Edibles in Maryland: A Local Market Analysis. The cannabis market in Maryland has seen significant growth in recent years, with an increasing number of consumers exploring various forms of cannabis products. Among these, cannabis edibles have emerged as a popular choice due to their

Maryland's Cannabis Market Achieves $1,1 Billion in First Year of Legalization. Maryland’s first year of cannabis legalization reached $1.1 billion in sales, notes Governor Wes Moore. Majority minority-owned cannabis businesses result from Maryland’s social equity focus. The Cannabis Workforce

Maryland Announces Mass Pardons for Marijuana Convictions. Maryland this week became the latest state to announce mass pardons for people convicted of marijuana-related crimes as the nation wrestles with how to make amends for the lives disrupted in the decadeslong war on drugs. Under Gov. Wes Moore

Maryland Governor Pardons 175,000 Marijuana-Related Convictions, Advocates Push for Further Criminal Justice Reform. Criminal justice reform supporters in Maryland are calling for further action from Gov. Wes Moore, who this week signed an executive order pardoning 175,000 marijuana-related

Maryland Governor Grants Historic Pardons for Marijuana Convictions, Impacting 175,000 Individuals. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is pardoning 175,000 people who have low-level convictions related to marijuana, the governor announced Monday. To date, it is one of the most expansive absolutions by a state

Governor Wes Moore to Sign Largest State Pardon Order for Cannabis Convictions in Maryland. More than 150,000 misdemeanor convictions for simple possession of cannabis will be affected by the order, which also will cover more than 18,000 misdemeanor convictions for use or possession with intent to

Law enforcement and the Maryland Cannabis Administration are anticipating an increase in cannabis sales in the coming months. July 2024 marks one year since legalization across the state. The Maryland Cannabis Administration provided WBOC the following statement: "The market is expected to grow. The

Marylanders Divided on Car Searches Based on Marijuana Smell. A recent poll by Fox45, the Baltimore Sun, and the University of Baltimore shows Marylanders are grappling with an issue that lawmakers debated in the last session. While a majority of residents support legalizing recreational marijuana

Maryland's Cannabis Equity Lottery: A Path to Inclusive Industry Access. The Maryland Cannabis Administration announced Tuesday that a lottery for social equity applicants will take place on March 14, marking a significant step toward inclusivity in the state's burgeoning cannabis industry. With

Jarred cannabis flower sat in a dumpster for 41 hours before being removed, repacked, and sold to consumers. Maryland-based dispensary, Far & Dotter, and Curio Wellness was recently hit with a fine of $26,000 for selling cannabis that was removed from a dumpster. According to a Maryland Cannabis