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State cannabis officials work to educate World Cup visitors (Newsletter: June 9, 2026)
Fed data: Marijuana prosecutions down as states legalize; ID anti-cannabis ballot measure; CA marijuana drive-thrus; Cannabis biz bankruptcy oped
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
New U.S. Sentencing Commission data shows that federal marijuana trafficking prosecutions have declined 62 percent over the last five years as more state legalization laws have come online—bolstering cannabis reform advocates’ argument that providing legal access would reduce the size of the illicit market.
The Idaho Legislative Council approved ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment that would prevent voters from ever being able to legalize marijuana via an initiative—making it so only the legislature could do so.
The California Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee approved a bill to legalize marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows that has already passed the full Assembly.
Top marijuana officials in multiple states are taking steps to make sure that visitors who are in town to watch World Cup games understand local cannabis laws and know how to celebrate responsibly.
Michael Brandess and Steve Levine of Husch Blackwell LLP describe in a new Marijuana Moment op-ed how a recent court ruling provides “backdoor” access to bankruptcy protections for certain cannabis companies—adding that federal rescheduling could provide even broader relief.
/ FEDERAL
The Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration will host a webinar about cannabis use disorder on Thursday.
/ STATES
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) said she has had “incredible and productive” conversations with lawmakers about a compromise approach to legalizing recreational marijuana sales.
Oklahoma Republican attorney general candidate Jon Echols said there’s an “open door” for federal officials to enforce marijuana laws.
California regulators are proposing changes to marijuana track and trace rules.
Montana regulators filed proposed changes to marijuana labeling and education rules.
Washington State discussed the implications of federal marijuana rescheduling on the state.
Michigan officials said it is “far too early to draw any conclusions” about the revenue a new marijuana wholesale tax will generate.
Oklahoma and Vermont regulators discussed issues with high-potency marijuana products.
Arkansas officials took enforcement action against unlicensed cannabis products.
/ LOCAL
The Boston, Massachusetts Cannabis Board will meet on Wednesday.
/ INTERNATIONAL
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service met with representatives of the cannabis industry.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A study of healthcare professionals found that “although most respondents reported having patients who use cannabis and were largely supportive of medical cannabis use, objective knowledge gaps and limited formal training were evident.”
A review of research on psychedelic-assisted therapy concluded that “recent trials in advanced cancer populations report improvements in anxiety, depression, pain-related distress, and quality of life following one or two dosing sessions.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSIS
A Republican Governors Association spokesperson criticized Iowa Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand for wanting to raise revenue by legalizing marijuana.
/ BUSINESS
Cresco Labs Inc. closed an agreement for a $50 million revolving credit facility.
Village Farms International, Inc. entered into securities purchase agreements that are expected to result in gross proceeds of approximately $15 million.
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