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- AMA Says Marijuana Has Benefits And Risks For Older Adults, While Supporting A Ban On Flavored Cannabis Vapes July 6, 2026The American Medical Association (AMA) has adopted two new marijuana-related resolutions—one that advocates for a ban on flavored cannabis vaping products and another that recognizes the risks and potential therapeutic benefits of use among older adults. AMA’s House of Delegates last month approved both measures—the latest in a line of drug policy-related resolutions the body […]Tom Angell
- Defense Department Would Issue Report On How Psychedelic Mushrooms Can Benefit Military Members Under New Congressional Bill July 6, 2026A bipartisan group of lawmakers have filed a new bill in Congress what would require the Department of Defense to evaluate how ongoing research on the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin could help members of the military. The Veterans and Servicemembers PTSD Emerging Treatment Review Act, filed this week by Rep. Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ), would direct the […]Tom Angell
- New Hampshire Democratic Challenger Slams GOP Governor’s Veto Of Medical Marijuana Greenhouse Cultivation Bill July 6, 2026A New Hampshire Democratic gubernatorial candidate is criticizing the incumbent Republican governor for vetoing a bill to let medical cannabis companies grow marijuana in greenhouses. Supporters say the proposal will make cannabis more affordable and available for patients, and it passed the Senate and House of Representatives in voice votes this session—but Gov. Kelly Ayotte […]Tom Angell
- Inside DEA’s cannabis rescheduling hearing (Newsletter: July 6, 2026) July 6, 2026ID medical marijuana signatures; Trucking groups’ rescheduling warning; Cayman Islands cannabis report; TN legalization push; NC hemp restrictions Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Free to read (but […]Tom Angell
- Virginia Hemp Farmers And Businesses Worry About Changes Included In Newly Passed Marijuana Market Legislation July 5, 2026Legislators want to “change the law that they created, to clearly favor Wall Street corporations over Virginia farmers and small businesses.” By Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury A legal cannabis market is set to take effect in Virginia next summer under the final state budget, but Mannassas-based Barbara Biddle has already given notice to her […]Marijuana Moment