Colorado Bill to Prevent Rural Pharmacy Closures Heads to Governor

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed House Bill 110 into law, addressing federal concerns by clarifying background check and fingerprinting requirements for those seeking licenses in the state's recreational marijuana industry. The new law enables Delaware to access FBI criminal history information and aligns the state's licensing process with federal standards, which supporters say is vital for public trust and the industry's launch. Lawmakers and officials believe the bill will help create good-paying jobs and generate significant state revenue for essential services. The move comes amid broader national challenges, as cannabis entrepreneurs in Illinois also call for regulatory reform, highlighting how strict regulations, high taxes, and limited capital make it difficult for social equity license holders to remain viable and fulfill the promise of economic empowerment. Illinois lawmakers are urged to follow through on funding commitments for social equity businesses, with advocates stressing the urgent need for legislative and regulatory reforms to sustain the industry. Both states illustrate the regulatory and financial hurdles facing cannabis businesses as they seek to operate legally and profitably.