Legislative efforts to legalize marijuana for medical and adult purposes in several states received a boost following Tuesday’s midterm election results.
Day: November 5, 2026
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State-licensed operators who sell adult-use cannabis products, or who hold dual licensure, do not yet appear to be eligible to receive federal registrations.
Voters’ decision came just months after data became public showing a nearly 1,200 percent rise in marijuana possession arrests citywide.
Researchers determined, “Labels do not consistently predict genetic ancestry, major cannabinoid content, terpene profile, or human outcomes.”