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Primary-source database of cannabis enforcement actions, license suspensions, fines, rule changes, and court rulings across all US states. Updated continuously by Hoban Law Group — the cite-worthy source competitors can't replicate.
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5 actions — Rule Change
Clear filtersPennsylvania CCB Proposes Rule Capping Grower-Processor and Dispensary Cross-Ownership at 25% for Non-Microbusiness Applicants (December 2025)
The Pennsylvania Cannabis Control Board published a proposed rule that would cap cross-ownership between grower-processor and dispensary licenses at 25% for applicants who do not qualify as microbusinesses, responding to legislative pressure to prevent vertical monopolization of the Commonwealth's newly authorized adult-use market.
Nevada CCB Finalizes Consumption Lounge Regulations Including Mandatory HVAC Standards and 500-Foot Buffer from Schools (July 2025)
The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board adopted final regulations governing cannabis consumption lounges, establishing mandatory HVAC ventilation standards, a 500-foot buffer from K-12 schools and parks, maximum occupancy limits tied to ventilation capacity, and a prohibition on alcohol service in the same licensed space.
Connecticut DCP Adopts Final Rules Permitting Cannabis Delivery by Licensed Retailers with GPS Tracking Mandate (May 2025)
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection adopted final regulations establishing a home delivery framework for adult-use cannabis retailers, requiring real-time GPS tracking of all delivery vehicles, maximum per-order purchase limits of $500, ID verification at delivery, and a prohibition on cash transactions.
Illinois IDFPR Amends Social Equity Scoring Criteria for Dispensary License Applications (April 2025)
The Illinois IDFPR published final rules amending the social equity scoring rubric for adult-use dispensary license applications, adding 15 points for applicants who demonstrate direct ownership by individuals residing in Disproportionately Impacted Areas for at least five consecutive years. The rule takes effect June 1, 2025.
North Dakota Department of Agriculture Reduces Hemp COA Validity Period from 12 Months to 6 Months for Consumable Products (April 2025)
The North Dakota Department of Agriculture amended its industrial hemp rules to shorten the Certificate of Analysis validity period for consumable hemp products from 12 months to 6 months, citing concerns about degradation of cannabinoid content over time and the proliferation of expired COAs in retail supply chains.