Key Highlights of Maryland House Bill 253

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | January 16, 2024

On Wednesday, the Economic Matters Committee introduced House Bill 253 (the “Bill”) for the purpose of clarifying and amending the…

The Maryland Department of Commerce Will Launch The License Application Assistance Reimbursement Grant in January 2024

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | September 18, 2023

The Cannabis Business Assistance Fund (“CBAF”) is a financing resource operated by the Maryland Department of Commerce (“DOC”) to provide…

The Maryland Cannabis Administration Releases Further Guidance Regarding the Upcoming Licensing Round

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | September 8, 2023

The Maryland Cannabis Administration (“MCA”) announced the Adult-Use Cannabis License Application will open on November 13th and issued additional directives…

Governor Moore Announces Appointments to Office of Social Equity and Cannabis Public Health Advisory Council

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | July 20, 2023

On July 17, 2023, Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment of Audrey L. Johnson as Acting Executive Director of the…

The Maryland Comptroller’s Office Releases Further Guidance on the Sales and Use Taxation of Adult-Use Cannabis

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | June 28, 2023

Starting July 1, 2023, Maryland will impose a sales and use tax rate of 9% on retail sales of adult-use…

The Maryland Department of Commerce is Now Accepting Applications for the Cannabis Business Assistance Fund

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | June 19, 2023

The Maryland Department of Commerce (“DOC”) is currently accepting applications for the Cannabis Business Assistance Loan/Grant Fund (“CBAF”) and released…

The Maryland Cannabis Administration Releases Draft Emergency Regulations For The Expanded Adult-Use Cannabis Market

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | June 8, 2023

On May 26, 2023, the Maryland Cannabis Administration (“MCA”) submitted a draft of emergency regulations for the expanded adult-use cannabis…

The Maryland Cannabis Administration Notifies Licensees and Pre-Approved Applicants of the License Conversion Process and Timeline

By Jon Wachs, Esq. | May 17, 2023

On May 12, 2023, the Maryland Cannabis Administration (“MCA”) issued a notice to all pre-approved applicants and licensed medical cannabis…

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"Key Highlights of Maryland House Bill 253"

On Wednesday, the Economic Matters Committee introduced House Bill 253 (the “Bill”) for the purpose of clarifying and amending the…

"The Maryland Department of Commerce Will Launch The License Application Assistance Reimbursement Grant in January 2024"

The Cannabis Business Assistance Fund (“CBAF”) is a financing resource operated by the Maryland Department of Commerce (“DOC”) to provide…

"The Maryland Cannabis Administration Releases Further Guidance Regarding the Upcoming Licensing Round"

The Maryland Cannabis Administration (“MCA”) announced the Adult-Use Cannabis License Application will open on November 13th and issued additional directives…

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