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New Jersey Cannabis Dispensaries Can Now Apply for Consumption Lounge Licenses

By Jennifer Cabrera, Steve Pemberton
Jan 13, 2025

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) began accepting applications for cannabis consumption area endorsements on January 2, 2025. A consumption area endorsement allows existing New Jersey dispensaries (both medicinal and personal use) to offer their patrons a space to consume cannabis at the licensed premises—either in an “indoor” or “outdoor” cannabis consumption area. Learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Jason Tarasek Will Discuss Legal Best Practices for Cannabis at Minnesota Events During MNFEA's 2024 Annual Conference

Mar 15, 2024

The Minnesota Festival and Events Association (MNFEA) is holding its annual conference March 20-22 in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. The conference offers educational sessions on current and future challenges in the event industry. One session, "The Legalization of Cannabis & Events," features cannabis lawyer Jason Tarasek. Register now!

New Jersey Moves One Step Closer to Cannabis Consumption Areas: CRC Publishes Proposed Regulations

By Stephen Pemberton, Jennifer Cabrera
Jan 25, 2023

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission recently published proposed regulations governing the operation of cannabis consumption areas and opened up the public comment period. Read our summary to get the low-down.

The Evolution of the Cannabis Industry in Massachusetts

By David Ullian, Jennifer Flanagan
Nov 2, 2022

This Bloomberg Law article by David Ullian and Jen Flanagan explores the evolution of the Massachusetts adult-use cannabis industry and how lawmakers, regulators, and industry advocates contributed to key recent legislative and regulatory developments.

[Webinar] Massachusetts Cannabis Regulatory Update

Aug 19, 2022

Massachusetts Legislature recently voted to pass marijuana reform legislation that will impact the cannabis industry in significant ways, particularly with respect to social equity. Watch this for an overview of the new law and insights into how it might impact your business.

Massachusetts Enacts Significant Changes to Marijuana Laws: What You Need to Know

By David M. Ullian, Jennifer Flanagan, Justin Hunt
Aug 11, 2022

Massachusetts Legislature voted to pass marijuana reform legislation that will impact the cannabis industry, particularly in terms of social equity businesses. Read more about how Massachusetts' new enactment may affect your cannabis business.