"Pot for Potholes Act" Aims to Legalize Cannabis and Repair State Roads
"Pot for Potholes Act" Aims to Legalize Cannabis and Repair State Roads
6 Feb, 2025 – Tennessee lawmakers are considering the "Pot for Potholes Act," a bill that would legalize marijuana and use tax revenue to repair state roads. Sponsored by Rep. Aftyn Behn, the bill seeks to address a $78 billion infrastructure funding gap.
New Tennessee Cannabis Bill Would Legalize Adult-Use and Medical Marijuana
5 Feb, 2025 – Tennessee lawmakers have introduced SB 0809 and HB 0872, two bills that would legalize recreational and medical marijuana. If passed, adults 21+ could possess up to 60 grams of cannabis, cultivate 12 plants, and purchase marijuana from licensed dispensaries. The law includes criminal justice reforms, business licensing, and a tax framework.
Tennessee Bill Proposes Stricter ID Rules for Tobacco and Hemp Sales
3 Feb, 2025 – Tennessee lawmakers have introduced SB 707, a bill that would raise the age threshold for mandatory ID verification on tobacco, smoking hemp, and vape purchases from 30 to 50 years old. If passed, the law would take effect on July 1, 2025, impacting retailers and consumers alike
What Kentucky’s Medical Cannabis Legalization Means for Tennesseans
1 Jan, 2025 - A detailed analysis of Kentucky's new medical cannabis law and its implications for Tennesseans. Learn how the law impacts access to medical marijuana, the challenges for bordering states, and the legal complexities of cross-border cannabis policies.
Tennessee Judge Blocks New Hemp Rules
28 Dec 2024: Discover how a Tennessee judge's decision to block new hemp rules has impacted the state's $0.5 billion hemp industry, preserving jobs and products until 2025. Learn about the legal challenges shaping the future of hemp regulation nationwide.