By David M. Ullian
Feb 13, 2024
Massachusetts launched the Cannabis Social Equity Trust Fund to aid qualified cannabis businesses disproportionately impacted by marijuana prohibition. Licensed businesses or applicants meeting specific criteria, like Social Equity Program participants, can access grants or loans (up to $50,000 now!). Apply online and learn more about future programs before the February 15th deadline.
By Meg Nash, Bridgette Nikisher
Feb 7, 2024
Maryland's Cannabis Business Assistance Loan/Grant Fund is offering grants to help social equity applicants cover costs associated with obtaining a cannabis business license. The program reimburses up to 50% of eligible expenses, with a maximum of $5,000. Applications open February 19th and close March 20th. Read this Insights post to learn more about eligibility, qualifying expenses, and how to apply.
By Jason Tarasek
Oct 23, 2023
The Minnesota legislature has established three grant programs designed to help entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses and to create a more equitable cannabis industry. Read more about them in this Insights article.
By Krissy Atterholt
May 30, 2023
Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis bill was signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz on May 30, making The North Star State the 23rd to legalize cannabis. Read this insights article to learn more about the law, including who will oversee cannabis regulation, available license types, and licensing considerations.
Apr 19, 2023
Watch this Vicente LLP session for insights on current CRA enforcement trends and best practices for running a compliant cannabis business in Michigan.
By Krissy Atterholt
Apr 11, 2023
Read this article for a breakdown of some of the powers that local governments in Minnesota would have over cannabis retail operations should the adult-use legalization bill Senate File 73 pass.
By Krissy Atterholt
Mar 30, 2023
Regulatory enforcement against Michigan cannabis licensees has increased significantly since mid-2022. Read this article for a breakdown of the number of actions, types of penalties, and categories of non-compliance resulting in enforcement.
By Krissy Atterholt, Jason Tarasek
Mar 22, 2023
Microbreweries and cideries have become Minnesota THC beverage market leaders in the wake of 2022's hemp-derived THC product bill. The current cannabis legalization bill would have made things difficult for these producers, but it was recently amended so that lower-potency hemp edibles manufacturers could produce lower-potency hemp edibles at the same facility where food (such as beer or cider) is manufactured.
By Krissy Atterholt
Feb 14, 2023
Michigan leads the Midwest in affording its communities local protection for psychedelic-based activities. This article gives a breakdown of notable moments in Michigan's psychedelic legislative history.
By Krissy Atterholt
Oct 28, 2022
Complying with Michigan's marijuana packaging and labeling laws can be challenging to navigate if you don't pay close attention to the rules. If a product's packaging is not compliant, some potential remedies are available to bring the product back into compliance.
By Krissy Atterholt
Oct 28, 2022
Cannabis packaging and labeling requirements vary across markets and product types, so it’s critical that your packaging and labeling are compliant with state-specific regulations. Read this article to know what information needs to be on marijuana product packaging in Michigan.
Aug 20, 2021
VS attorney Michelle Bodian discusses the hemp industry's environmental challenges and opportunities in this on-demand CLE from the INCBA
Mar 29, 2021
An updated overview and FAQ of the federal stimulus bills for coronavirus, with specific guidance for marijuana, hemp and ancillary businesses.
Nov 25, 2020
Update on hemp legislation and rulemaking, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
Oct 22, 2020
Update on hemp legislation, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
Oct 21, 2020
An overview and FAQ of the federal stimulus bills for coronavirus, with specific guidance for marijuana, hemp and ancillary businesses.
Aug 24, 2020
Update on hemp legislation, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
Aug 5, 2020
Learn about grant and loan opportunities for hemp farmers and hemp-related businesses in this session with VS's Michelle Bodian and Eric Steenstra of Vote Hemp.
Jul 13, 2020
Update on hemp legislation, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.
Apr 20, 2020
Shawn Hauser and Dwight Clark talked about SBA loans for cannabis businesses and political advocacy during Texas NORML's 420 Stream-A-Thon.
