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California Cannabis Tax Revenue Hits $248M in First Quarter

California collected $247.9 million in cannabis taxes during Q1 2026, with excise taxes accounting for $143.6 million and sales taxes adding $104.3 million, according to state tax officials.

May 30, 2026
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Pennsylvania's Shapiro Pushes Revenue Case for Cannabis LegalizationLegislation

Pennsylvania's Shapiro Pushes Revenue Case for Cannabis Legalization

Governor Josh Shapiro is pushing Pennsylvania lawmakers to legalize marijuana, arguing the tax revenue would fund education and public safety programs that critics say the state can't afford.

Apr 8, 2026
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West Virginia House Advances Medical Cannabis Revenue Allocation BillLegislation

West Virginia House Advances Medical Cannabis Revenue Allocation Bill

West Virginia's House passed a medical marijuana revenue bill that includes a controversial amendment for psychedelic research funding, drawing mixed reactions from lawmakers focused on cannabis-specific initiatives.

Mar 8, 2026
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West Virginia Lawmakers Vote to Distribute $12M Medical Cannabis FundLegislation

West Virginia Lawmakers Vote to Distribute $12M Medical Cannabis Fund

West Virginia's House voted 79-12 to allocate over $12 million in medical cannabis tax revenue toward education, infrastructure, and treatment programs. The bill now heads to the Senate.

Mar 7, 2026
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Pennsylvania Governor Pushes Cannabis Legalization for Second YearLegislation

Pennsylvania Governor Pushes Cannabis Legalization for Second Year

Gov. Josh Shapiro includes adult-use cannabis in his budget for the second year, projecting $729 million in first-year revenue. The proposal faces Republican opposition in the state Senate.

Feb 25, 2026
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West Virginia's Medical Cannabis Revenue Sits Idle Over Federal ConcernsLegislation

West Virginia's Medical Cannabis Revenue Sits Idle Over Federal Concerns

West Virginia refuses to spend medical marijuana tax revenue over federal law concerns, even as 20+ states allocate similar funds without issue. A state lawmaker is pushing to finally put the idle money to use.

Feb 17, 2026
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Ohio Releases $11M in Withheld Cannabis Tax Revenue to MunicipalitiesLegislation

Ohio Releases $11M in Withheld Cannabis Tax Revenue to Municipalities

Ohio has distributed nearly $11 million in cannabis tax revenue to local governments after withholding the funds for over a year, despite state law requiring the payments to municipalities hosting dispensaries.

Jan 25, 2026
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Ohio Cities Collect First Wave of Cannabis Tax RevenueLegislation

Ohio Cities Collect First Wave of Cannabis Tax Revenue

Ohio cities that allowed recreational marijuana dispensaries are receiving their first tax revenue distributions from the state's 10% cannabis excise tax, with funds available for local programs and services.

Jan 25, 2026
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Montana's Cannabis Market Crosses $1 Billion in Four YearsBusiness

Montana's Cannabis Market Crosses $1 Billion in Four Years

Montana's recreational cannabis retailers have sold over $1 billion in product since adult-use sales began in January 2022, generating $217 million in state tax revenue.

Jan 18, 2026
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Montana Cannabis Sales Top $327M in 2024, Surpass $1B TotalBusiness

Montana Cannabis Sales Top $327M in 2024, Surpass $1B Total

Montana's adult-use cannabis market hit $327 million in 2024, pushing total state sales past $1 billion since 2022. Medical marijuana sales continue declining as patients shift to recreational dispensaries.

Jan 16, 2026
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