Cannabis

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesotans can legally possess and grow their own marijuana for recreational purposes starting Tuesday, Aug. 1, subject to limits meant to keep a lid on things while the state sets up a full-blown legal cannabis industry. The Democratic-controlled Minnesota Legislature approved a massive legalization bill and Democrat Gov. Tim Walz signed it in May. At least one Minnesota tribe plans to take advantage of its sovereignty and allow sales right away. But the state projects most legal retail sales won’t begin until early 2025, while …

By Paul Fling and JT Schuweiler Minnesota is set to become the nation’s 23rd state to legalize recreational cannabis. The Minnesota State Senate approved on May 19, 2023, the final version of HF100 — a bill regulating adult-use cannabis for people 21 years of age and older. Governor Tim Walz is expected to sign the bill into law next week. Below is an overview of Minnesota’s new adult-use cannabis law. Licensing Structure & Anticipated Timeline for Recreational Sales Minnesota’s cannabis law will create a robust licensing structure …