AGP Executive Report
Last update: 31 minutes agoCannabis Policy & Public Health: Minnesota’s teen cannabis use dropped by more than 60% from 2013 to 2025, even as the state expanded medical and adult-use access—researchers say the decline happened across demographics, though they don’t claim legalization alone caused it. Medical Cannabis Expansion: Georgia medical cannabis registrations jumped past 41,400 after July 1 expansion removed the 5% THC cap, added qualifying conditions, and allowed THC gummies and flower (for vaping), with new sign-ups more than doubling in the first weeks. Regulation & Industry: New Jersey approved Rise Paramus to sell recreational cannabis starting July 24, letting certain medical dispensaries expand despite local bans. Hemp & Sustainability: UK hemp growers are looking to use hemp for building materials like insulation and hempcrete, while researchers propose hemp-based soil remediation to help pull PFAS “forever chemicals” from farmland using plants plus rock dust and biochar. Safety & Community: A UK report reminds residents that cannabis odor complaints can still lead to police action, since cannabis remains illegal to smoke under current rules. Research & Treatment: A clinical trial report says a THC/CBD formulation reduced Alzheimer’s-induced agitation in most participants. Legal/Enforcement: Essex Police jailed a man for directing a 16-year-old to sell cocaine and cannabis, including messages urging the teen to keep dealing.
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