Medical Marijuana Zone

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) last week announced the creation of a grant program to help small businesses with the costs associated with launching an enterprise in the state’s regulated cannabis industry. Known as the Cannabis Equity Grant Program, the new initiative will distribute up to $10 million in grants, with the majority […]

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis last week announced the launch of a state grant program for cannabis social equity companies, offering licensed operators a new source of capital for their businesses. The governor’s office said in a statement that the new grant program is “a bold, forward-thinking initiative to save small businesses money, foster a more […]

For some prospective marijuana dispensary owners in Arizona, class is now in session. Social equity class, that is.  It is a provision included in the ballot measure that voters in the state last year legalized recreational pot use for adults. The measure, Proposition 207, called on the state to “promote the ownership and operation of […]

Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission launches new delivery licenses, awarding access to those who need it most.

The California Cannabis Equity Alliance is planning a protest for cannabis justice on Monday, May 17th.

Senator Jennifer McClellan is determined to bring about positive change in her bid to becoming Virginia’s next governor.

The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development has granted millions of dollars to fund cannabis equity grant programs.