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Sonoma County Releases Key Cannabis Program Updates

By Lauren Mendelsohn, Esq.
Sep 16, 2025

Sonoma County – an agricultural and tourist area north of San Francisco, CA -- recently released a final Environmental Impact Report (EIR), a draft ordinance, a GIS map, and other cannabis-related materials that mark an important milestone in the ongoing evolution of its cannabis regulations.

Variscite Ruling: Residency Requirements and the Future of Intrastate Cannabis Markets

By Charles Alovisetti
Sep 12, 2025

The Second Circuit’s Variscite ruling is reshaping how courts view cannabis residency requirements and intrastate licensing systems. By striking down New York’s program as unconstitutional, the court signaled that protectionist rules are increasingly vulnerable. This article breaks down the Variscite ruling, how other courts are addressing Dormant Commerce Clause challenges, and what this means for social equity programs, sourcing requirements, and the future of interstate cannabis markets.

Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission Announces Cultivation Licensing Application Lottery and Updated Regulations

By Yolanda Clarke
Sep 11, 2025

The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission (MCC) has opened the first application window for cultivation licenses, which closes September 23, 2025, with licenses to be awarded by lottery. The Commission also approved updates to its Emergency Regulations, adding new requirements and compliance rules for applicants and future licensees. This article outlines what applicants need to know about the application process, compliance requirements, and next steps for Nebraska’s emerging medical cannabis market.

Frequently Asked Questions About THCA Flower

By Charles Alovisetti, Jack Crain
Sep 11, 2025

THCA flower, often marketed as federally legal hemp, is nearly identical to marijuana but exists in a legal gray area. Businesses and consumers should stay on top of new developments in THCA markets as lawmakers and regulators debate whether THCA flower should face new restrictions. This FAQ document provides the answers to common questions about THCA.