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November 13th, 2025 | Written by NORML Washington, DC: Federal lawmakers have negotiated and finalized legislation to fund the US Department of Agriculture that includes amended provisions recriminalizing the sale of certain hemp-derived intoxicating products. The appropriations bill is one of three separate funding bills that were included in a package to reopen the government until January 30, 2026. The provisions – which were advocated by Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY), among

November 11th, 2025 Although Congress appears to have reached a deal to end the government shutdown, the vote is being delayed by an unexpected sticking point: hemp. A bill aimed at ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history has stalled over a hemp-related provision included in the Agriculture Department’s funding. The provision would effectively ban intoxicating hemp products by closing the “loophole” in the 2018 Farm Bill, which currently allows THC products der

Oct. 23, 2025 The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could determine whether cannabis consumers can legally own guns under federal law, which currently prohibits firearm possession by anyone considered an “unlawful user” of a controlled substance — including cannabis, even in states where it’s legal. Read more about the case here .

October 16th, 2025 The Nevada County Cannabis Alliance is excited to announce a 3-part Webinar Series–Cannabis Farming Basics For the Home Grower. This free webinar series will take place on November 6th, January 8th, and March 5th, 2025. In Part 1: November 6th ––Germination, Genetics & Garden Prep, attendees will learn how to germinate seeds, test genetics, prep your garden, and set up drip irrigation. Part 2: January 8th ––Soil Health, Nutrition & Pest Control will dive

Oct. 15th, 2025 Now is the time to get ready to apply for the Good to Grow Grants . The Cannabis Alliance is here to support you through the process.   Listed below are resources to help support you through the grant process.    Grant Webinar:  Sierra Business Council is hosting a webinar to answer questions for those considering applying: TOMORROW Thursday, October 16th, 3:00PM-4:00PM Online Only (Zoom). http://www.nevadacountyca.gov/GoodToGrowWorkshop    In-Office Support:

September 24th, 2025 In a huge victory for cannabis advocates, Governor Newsom signed AB564 , eliminating the 25% tax increase on...