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Governor Greg Abbott’s surprise veto of SB 3 handed a rare loss to Texas prohibitionists, keeping hemp-derived THC products legal, for now. But Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is already plotting revenge. This report breaks down the politics, the power struggle, and what the veto really means for cannabis in Texas. The war on weed isn’t over. It just changed shape.
They said it was legal, but forgot to mention the local bans, zoning traps, and phantom policies blocking access at every corner. This is the real face of fake legalization, from small town shutdowns to legal gray zones that keep cannabis just out of reach.
From Florida’s latest crackdown on medical cannabis patients to MedMen’s final financial faceplant and a wave of ridiculous stoner gifts flooding New York dispensaries, Pot Culture Magazine launches its new weekly series grading the chaos, comedy, and contradictions of the cannabis world. It’s opinionated, researched, and raw. Welcome to the Reefer Report Card.
The DEA is delaying the rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I, despite overwhelming scientific support and recommendations from health authorities. This stalling harms the cannabis industry, patients, and communities affected by marijuana criminalization. Political influences from big pharmaceutical companies contribute to this resistance, prolonging the adverse effects of current drug policies.
George Washington grew weed—or at least, what the government would call weed today. So why can’t you? The same country that puts his face on the money still locks people up for growing the same plant he did. The hypocrisy is off the charts, and we’re diving into why America’s prohibitionist policies are a broken relic of the past.
Cannabis legalization has rapidly advanced, with significant increases in use and a growing market for high-THC products. However, research and policy developments lag behind, posing risks to public health. While equity initiatives exist, a comprehensive approach is needed to ensure safety and accountability in the cannabis industry, prioritizing informed consumer protection.
