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Minnesota House OKs Cannabis Bill With New License, Streamlined Supply Chain

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Minnesota House OKs Cannabis Bill With New License, Streamlined Supply Chain

The general cannabis bill of 2026 would create a macro business license, unify the supply chains for medical and adult use, and provide relief to hemp businesses facing federal headwinds.

Rep. Jessica Hanson (DFL-Burnsville) said the bill she’s sponsoring won’t change what’s working in Minnesota’s cannabis industry, it will tweak what the industry wants to tweak and license medical cannabis “to the right extent.” She calls it a “collaborative effort” involving more than 80 stakeholders and meeting weekly for the past three months.

“Everyone on this task force has jumped into the trenches to help thread the needle to create the solutions that this bill offers today,” Hanson said.

The house passed HF4203/SF4401* by a 92-42 vote on Sunday. As it was amended by a House committee, the Senate later passed the bill again 34-33.

Rep. Nolan West (R-Blaine) praised the bill, saying the rules “were absolutely tough” on businesses and the bill would improve many areas of the rules.

“With the changes we’re seeing here, we’re fixing all the problems that are in this market, opening up a little more opportunity for people to succeed and for us to have a thriving market that’s not dominated by a few players,” he said of the venture business, where access to capital is often a barrier.

West praised the bill as “at least opening the door” for businesses to attract investment, allowing an individual to hold up to four social capital licenses with up to 33% ownership.

For Hanson, one of the most important provisions of the bill would be to fix the section of the medical cannabis industry.

“Patients face limited access to medical products from only a few companies, and they are adults and children with chronic conditions such as epilepsy, cancer, debilitating autoimmune diseases and other conditions where cannabis can truly change lives,” she said.

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Minnesota Lab Closes Cannabis Testing Program Following License Suspension

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Minnesota Lab Closes Cannabis Testing Program Following License Suspension

Minnesota testing lab Legend Technical Services announced last week that it is shutting down its cannabis testing program after state cannabis regulators freeze the license last month, MPR News reports.

Legend was first licensed to test medical cannabis products in 2014, but in 2025, the state temporarily approved the lab to also test adult products to bolster the new market. Officials notified the lab in May that the grace period for its testing methodologies and safety practices had expired.

“We no longer see the Minnesota Cannabis Program fitting into our long-term corporate plans for laboratory and consulting services at LEGEND. Under the current regulatory framework, we do not foresee an ability to continue to meet our customers’ expectations in an economically sustainable manner.” — Written statement from the company, via MPR News

Legend’s cannabis and hemp program manager, Taylor Schertler, said in the report that the company’s decision to close the program came as a surprise, and that he was one of three employees laid off in the process.

Josh Collins, director of communications for Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), said the agency was “disappointed” to hear the lab was closing its long-standing cannabis department, but said it was important that “all test facility licensees (are) held to the same standards.”

Legend Technical Services also performs testing for environmental purposes and medical devices.

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CannaCon Returns to St. Paul June 26–27, Bringing Industry Leaders, Education, and Networking to Minnesota’s Cannabis Market

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CannaCon Returns to St. Paul June 26–27, Bringing Industry Leaders, Education, and Networking to Minnesota's Cannabis Market

Pot Brothers at Law, Roundtable Discussions and an Exclusive Q&A with the Office of Cannabis Management Highlight This Year’s Event

ST. PAUL, MN – CannaCon, the nation’s premier B2B cannabis conference and expo, returns to the Saint Paul RiverCentre on June 26–27, 2026, bringing together cannabis entrepreneurs, growers, retailers, processors, manufacturers, investors and industry service providers from across Minnesota.

As Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market continues to evolve, CannaCon St. Paul offers attendees a unique opportunity to connect directly with industry experts, regulators and business leaders as they explore the latest products, services and innovations shaping the future of cannabis.

One of this year’s featured attractions is an appearance by nationally known people Pot Brothers at Lawattorneys Marc and Craig Wasserman, known for their viral “Shut the F*ck Up” campaign that educates cannabis consumers and businesses about their legal rights. Attendees will hear first-hand insights into boating interactions with law enforcement and regulators while protecting themselves and their businesses.

In addition to a robust seminar program, CannaCon St. Paul will display interactive The Round Table designed to foster meaningful conversations among cannabis professionals. These peer-to-peer sessions will allow attendees to exchange ideas, share experiences and discuss the real-world challenges and opportunities facing operators in Minnesota’s emerging market.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a special Question and Answer Session with the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). This highly anticipated session will provide valuable insight into licensing, compliance requirements, regulatory updates and the future direction of Minnesota’s cannabis industry.

“Our goal is to create an environment where businesses can learn, connect and grow,” said Angela Grelle, Director of Marketing for CannaCon. “With Minnesota’s cannabis industry entering an exciting new phase, we’re proud to offer a platform that connects entrepreneurs with the education, resources and relationships they need to succeed.”

In addition to educational programming, attendees can explore over one hundred exhibitors showcasing cultivation technology, retail solutions, extraction equipment, packaging, compliance services, financial resources, software platforms and other products designed to help cannabis businesses thrive.

Whether you’re preparing to launch a new cannabis venture, expand an existing operation, or stay ahead of industry trends, CannaCon St. Paul offers two days of education, networking and business-focused opportunities.

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CannaCon St. Paul 2026
26–27 June 2026
Saint Paul River Center
St. Paul, Minnesota

For tickets, exhibitor information and event updates, visit CannaCon.org.

About CannaCon

CannaCon is the nation’s premier B2B cannabis conference and expo, bringing together cannabis industry professionals for education, networking and business development opportunities. Since its inception, CannaCon has connected thousands of entrepreneurs, operators and industry experts helping businesses grow in legal cannabis markets across the United States.

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Angela Grelle
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angela@cannacon.org
www.cannacon.org

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