Maryland and Kentucky are making significant strides in the legalization of cannabis. Maryland has established the Cannabis Legal Resource Center to navigate public health issues post-legalization, while Kentucky accelerates its Medical Cannabis Program, allowing businesses to apply for licenses ahead of schedule. Gov. Beshear of Kentucky aims to ensure fair and transparent licensing processes and timely access to medical cannabis for qualifying individuals. Additionally, Ohio is progressing in recreational cannabis sales, with a local dispensary receiving a provisional license and others in the application process, anticipating sales to commence shortly.