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Retailers are used to attracting customers from different states

Hemp retailers in cities near state lines have long enjoyed increased customer traffic – and with it the revenue – thanks to either the prohibition of marijuana, or favorable conditions such as lower taxes.

But recent changes in state law in certain areasand the police, who show a willingness to arrest buyers of the state’s legal cannabis, threaten to disrupt the effect of the border town.

Connecticut Considers Cannabis Tax Cut to Compete with Massachusetts Marijuana

In Connecticut, Cannabis sales fell slightly from 2024 to 2025from $293 million to $290 million, despite the retailer adding nearly 1 million in individual sales, according to government data.

One possible culprit is competition from cannabis stores in Massachusetts, where lawmakers recently approved a much higher limit on marijuana possession for adult buyers.

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May 8, 2026

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“We are working to create a market that is controlled, regulated and responsible”

Five years after Virginia legalized simple possession of adult marijuana, lawmakers are deadlocked on how to finally create a legal retail market after the General Assembly last week rejected more than 40 changes proposed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger and sent the legislation back to her desk.

The move leaves Spanberger with a binary choice: Sign the long-discussed proposal to launch retail sales, or veto it and prolong a years-long stalemate that has left Virginia in a legal gray area where cannabis is legal to possess but not legally to buy.

The deputy governorwhich disappointed many lawmakers and stakeholders, would delay the latest start of retail sales until July 1, 2027, while restructuring much of the legislative framework were negotiating during the session.

“Five years ago, the commonwealth took the first steps to legalize marijuana — and for five years, the job remained unfinished,” Spanberger said in a statement.

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The conversation took place at the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs

On Friday morning, the meeting in the village was in the center of attention Indiana The Department of Veterans Affairs turned out to be medical marijuana.

The conversation between veteran Hoosiers for Medical Cannabis, Indiana NORML, and state agency leaders was planned about a month ago, but it came a day after the acting U.S. attorney general signed an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug.

Medical marijuana was reclassified from a Schedule I drug — a high-abuse, non-medical category of Schedule III drugs like heroin and cocaine — with less addictive drugs like prescription Tylenol.

“You have to understand that a lot of our state legislators have been waiting for this,” said veteran Jeff Staker. “The feds have made their move, and now it’s time for Indiana to make ours. And of course, we want to do it right.”

Staker has pushed for medical marijuana legislation for 10 years, arguing that it is a safer alternative to opioid painkillers prescribed to veterans for PTSD and chronic pain.

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The DEA dispensary application portal is now live

For state-licensed medical marijuana operators, a narrow and potentially transformative window has opened that could position your business for future interstate and even global commerce.

While acting as the Prosecutor General rezoning order likely to face legal challenges, the immediate reality is that you have 60 days to act. As of yesterday, April 28, holders of state medical marijuana licenses can apply for DEA registration to manufacture (this includes cultivation and limited processing), distribute, and dispense medical marijuana.

DEA dispensary application portal is already operational and production and distribution applications are expected to comply with the standard DEA Form 225 Process.

We are not sure whether this framework would stand up to trialand if so, to what extent. However, it is clear that only those applicants who apply within this initial 60-day window are eligible for expedited review, which must take place within six months of application. The transfer order does not provide guidance on future application rounds or deadlines, leaving considerable uncertainty for those waiting.

In practical terms, this creates a first-mover advantage. If DEA registration ends up being the gateway to a federally recognized and possibly global market for medical cannabis, early applicants will have the best opportunity to participate.

We describe it as a “lottery ticket” not because it is speculative, but because it requires an upfront investment with uncertain outcomes. Retaining experienced counsel and preparing the relevant application typically costs in the range of $10,000 to $15,000 (including DEA fees), with additional costs depending on the complexity, scope and number of DEA filings required. The bet is $10,000 to $15,000 on a potential growth opportunity of hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars.

For those who are ready to move forward, we can help navigate the process effectively and strategically. Our team is one of the few with DEA ​​registration experience. We can:

  • Provide a clear overview of the DEA registration system and historical precedents
  • Prepare you for possible follow-up DEA inquiries and requests for additional information
  • Assistance in completing and submitting your application
  • Develop a comprehensive support package to strengthen your submission when the DEA seeks additional information
  • Advise on international treaty obligations and operational compliance considerations referenced by the order

If you plan to register with the DEA during this period, we encourage you to connect with our team to discuss your options. We are ready to provide you with a free consultation and help you evaluate whether this opportunity fits your business strategy.

Source: Legal Canna Blog

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