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Marijuana in Minnesota

Recreational use of cannabis for adults 21 and older is now legal in Minnesota.

THC edibles surge in Minnesota but safety rules are loose, regulators aren’t ready

THC edibles surge in Minnesota but safety rules are loose, regulators aren’t ready

With little state oversight, the public has no way to know what’s in synthetic-THC edibles and drinks. National observers say Minnesota’s new law is poorly constructed and potentially dangerous. Internal state emails obtained by MPR News show regulators struggling with basic questions around the law just before it took effect in July.
by Tom Scheck

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Election results improve prospects for legalized recreational marijuana in Minnesota

Election results improve prospects for legalized recreational marijuana in Minnesota

Advocates for legalizing recreational marijuana in Minnesota say the prospects of that happening have improved, in the wake of this week's election results that saw the DFL take control of both legislative chambers.
by Tim Nelson

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THC businesses struggle to keep up as Minnesota cities set inconsistent rules

THC businesses struggle to keep up as Minnesota cities set inconsistent rules

The state legalization of THC products in July delighted some Minnesotans. But critics say the new law lacks proper regulation. As a result several communities have imposed local ordinances and some outright bans on retailers. Now THC businesses find themselves navigating a changing patchwork of retail regulations.
by Hannah Yang

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Poll: Majority backs legal marijuana in Minnesota

Poll: Majority backs legal marijuana in Minnesota

A majority of registered voters polled this month say they support making marijuana available for legal use in Minnesota and about 48 percent said they agree with a plan to allow gambling on sports in the state.
by Dana Ferguson and Mark Zdechlik

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