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Florida Proposes Permanent Rules for MMTC Crop-Loss Buys and Vapes

Florida would let medical marijuana operators buy from rivals after losing half a harvest, and set strict approval rules for vapes and other devices.

Washington Cannabis Rules Target Chains Skirting the 5-Store Cap

Proposed LCB rules would treat shared brands, pooled buying, shared staff and private-label deals as ownership across more than five retail stores.

Michigan CRA Recalls Naked Hippie Lucky Berry Gummies

The Gummie Joint and Michigan’s CRA are recalling Lucky Berry gummies after complaints of an unpleasant “high” and digestive distress. Check the source tag.

Missouri AG Sues 4 Hemp Dispensaries Ahead of HB 2641 Deadline

AG Catherine Hanaway sued four retailers for selling marijuana as hemp, and a federal court dismissed a challenge to HB 2641 the same day as the Nov. 12 rules near.

DEA Moves to Deny Minnesota Dispensary, Clouding Dual-License States

A DEA order says Minnesota's combined medical and adult-use license doesn't qualify for federal registration, a warning sign for operators in mixed markets.

Massachusetts Voters Reject Question 8, Keeping Adult-Use Cannabis Legal

Unofficial results show about 3 in 4 voters rejected Massachusetts Question 8, keeping a $1.65 billion adult-use market and about 15,000 jobs in place.