ANCHORAGE, Feb. 25, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Yesterday, the Alcohol and Marijuana Control Office (AMCO) opened the state’s online application for marijuana establishment licenses. The launch of the online application system is a major milestone in the state’s schedule for implementing and regulating marijuana establishments as passed by citizen’s initiative in November 2014.
Tag Archives: Alaska
Weekly CannaBit: The Variable Commercial Electricity Rates Facing Marijuana Growers in Legal States
Weekly CannaBit for the week of Feb. 22, 2016: Alaska has the highest electricity rates among the markets where adult use of marijuana is currently legal and the seven states most likely to legalize in 2016.
Anchorage Assembly Establishes Rules for Cannabis Businesses
On Feb. 9, 2016, the Anchorage Assembly met to discuss municipal regulations for legalized recreational cannabis businesses.
Final Marijuana Regulations Filed in Alaska
On Jan. 22, 2016, Alaska Lt. Gov. Bryon Mallet filed regulations for the state’s recreational marijuana system. Included in the regulations are standards on marijuana testing, cultivation, and even provisions to allow for on-site use of marijuana at retail locations.
Could Spanish-Style Cannabis Clubs Drive Tourism Dollars?
Cannabis tourism without cannabis clubs might strike some as the quintessential definition of a lost business opportunity.
Alaska’s Out-of-State Investment Amendment on Hold
On Dec. 1, 2015, the Alaska Marijuana Control Board adopted an amendment regarding license conditions for its final marijuana regulations, requiring business license applicants to be full-time residents of the state.
Alaska Moves to Approve On-Site Marijuana Use
On Nov. 20, 2015, the Alaskan Marijuana Control Board voted 3-2 in favor of an amendment that would allow the on-site use of marijuana at retail stores.
Alaska Marijuana Control Board Releases Full Regulations
After months of meetings and deliberation, the Alaska Marijuana Control Board has finally unveiled its full proposal of marijuana regulations.
Local Control a Looming Issue
The devolution of marijuana regulation to states and, by extension, to even more local levels of government, is a two-edged sword that could ultimately limit and destabilize the legal marijuana market. Local control, like the issue of state’s rights, is an appealing concept at first blush, but it has some troubling side effects.
Alaska Marijuana Control Board Answers Questions on Proposals
In Alaska, the state Marijuana Control Board has released a series of questions and answers on its third set of proposed marijuana regulations, which covered topics such as cultivation facility licensing, edibles concentrations, and marijuana testing.
What Remains on the Ballot for 2015
The risk of incremental losses at the ballot box may weigh more heavily than the potential for incremental gains in 2015.
Alaska Marijuana Control Board Talks Regulation and Extra Meeting
On August 10 and August 11, 2015, Alaska’s Marijuana Control Board met to unveil and discuss proposed regulations to the state’s recreational marijuana market. Over those two days, citizens and business owners voiced their comments and concerns to the board.
Alaska Marijuana Board Hears Competing Interests on Local Control
In Alaska, the rule making process for marijuana is slowly moving forward as the state Marijuana Control Board moves towards the final stretch of the second regulatory round.
Alaska’s New Marijuana Control Board Votes on Four Issues
On July 1, 2015, Alaska Gov. Bill Walker announced the long-awaited appointment of the five members to the Marijuana Control Board. After their appointment was announced, the board quickly convened the next day to address some of the issues facing the fledgling marijuana market.
Marijuana and Workplace Drug Testing
While drug testing is not new, the legalization of recreational marijuana in states like Washington, Colorado, Oregon and Alaska has added a question mark for some employees.
Alaska Begins Marijuana Regulatory Process
Last month the Alaska state legislature approved a bill which established a Marijuana Control Board responsible for regulating the newly legal industry.
Monday Stocks Have a Case of the Mondays
Stocks started out with a positive bias, but the early bullishness waned as the day continued. Cannabis stocks started the week dragging. Apparently, they had a case of the Mondays.
Alaska Senate Passes Disappointing Marijuana Bill
After 15 hearings, hundreds of hours and thousands voices heard, the Alaska Senate has finally passed a marijuana regulatory bill.
Cannabis-Related Hedge Fund Prepares to Launch After SEC Filing
Electrum Partners’ Leslie Bocskor along with his partner Gordon Katz have filed paperwork with the SEC to launch a cannabis-related hedge fund. Placement agents are aiming to raise $25 million.
Alaska Considers Marijuana Control Board
As Alaska proceeds through the regulatory phase of legalization, one of the questions that needs to be answered is who exactly should be responsible for making and enforcing rules for the marijuana industry.
Marijuana Legal Yet Unregulated in Washington, DC
Last week, Alaska wasn’t the only area in the United States to legalize marijuana. As of 12:01 AM on February 26, 2015, recreational marijuana became legal in the capital of our beloved country, Washington, D.C.
California Cannabis Hemp Initiative Releases Ridiculous Advertisement
A new ad released by the California Cannabis Hemp Initiative (CCHI), in an attempt to raise awareness for legalization legislation in California, unwittingly serves as a great argument for keeping cannabis illegal.
Marijuana Officially Legal in Alaska
For the residents of Alaska, marijuana prohibition has finally ended. On Tuesday, February 25, 2015, the state’s new laws regarding recreational marijuana officially went into effect.
Tuesday Try to Hold Back on ‘Baked Alaska’ Jokes
Cannabis stocks were mixed again today. Some solid names hovering around lower levels, which again is frustrating and likely the effect of low volumes.
Alaska’s Legislature Considers Amended Cannabis Bill
It may be easy to devise a broad-based ruling, but when you get down into the nitty gritty details it is a completely different story. In Alaska, state lawmakers are learning that firsthand.
Alaska Wrangles with Marijuana Regulations
Out of all the marijuana victories in 2014, Alaska legalizing recreational marijuana was one of the most surprising.
2014 Marked Year of Green for America
As we welcome the new year, let’s not forget that 2014 might as well be considered the year of green for America.
Oregon and Alaska Prepare for Recreational Marijuana
Oregon’s Measure 91 and Alaska’s Measure 2, both legalizing recreational marijuana, are each being processed to establish the necessary infrastructure for recreational markets.
Anchorage Rejects Marijuana Ban
Whether you knew it or not, the cannabis industry came dangerously close to losing a sizable portion of its market this week.
Alaska Debates Who Regulates Marijuana
Ever since Alaska legalized recreational marijuana, state legislators and regulators have been furiously busy trying to set up the regulatory framework for the fledgling system.
Next Up, Rhode Island?
So thinks Rob Kampia, Executive Director of Marijuana Policy Project. In a recent interview with MJINews, Kampia indicated that he sees the potential for plenty of activity for legalization advocates and marijuana investors.
Politician Plans On Spoiling Alaska’s Marijuana Moment
Out of the four states in the 2014 election with marijuana reform on the ballot, Alaska was the most surprising. When you think of states likely to legalize marijuana, California is usually the first state that comes to mind.
Cannabis Radio News: Weekly Update #7
David Friedman, publisher of the MJINews, discusses the latest cannabis business happenings with CRN’s Brian Bahouth. This week David takes a look back at the elections. Listen here.
Alaskan Victory for Marijuana Legalization
Voters in Alaska, Oregon and Washington, D.C., voted on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, to legalize marijuana in their respective jurisdictions. Alaskans supported the measure by a 52-48 percent margin.
Wednesday Wins
U.S. equities mostly moved higher today after last night’s elections. The S&P 500 continues to set new record highs, 36th of the year, to close up 0.54% to 2023.
Marijuana Midterm Roundup
Florida, Oregon, Alaska and Washington D.C. all had cannabis reform bills on the ballot and most of them did well. Let’s take a look at who passed, who failed and see what this means for the cannabis industry and investors.
Marijuana Midterm 2014: Too Close To Call
Election Day is finally here. Have you voted yet? Right now, millions of Americans are heading to the polls to cast their vote on a wide range of platforms, including marijuana.
Election 2014: Four State Initiatives & What They Mean for Marijuana Investors
Back in 2012, Colorado and Washington voted to legalize recreational marijuana for adults over 21. Election Day 2014 looks like it will be a repeat. Oregon, Alaska and the District of Columbia have initiatives on the November 4, 2014, ballot.
Problematic Pot Polling in Alaska Makes Race Too Close To Call
In the run up to the 2014 midterm elections, a lot of media coverage has been focused on Florida’s effort to legalize medical marijuana and Oregon’s effort to legalize recreational marijuana.
The Political Investment Conundrum
After you, my dear Alphonse. That, according to an October 7, 2014, webinar, hosted by MJ Freeway and featuring the Marijuana Policy Project’s Executive Director, Rob Kampia, has been the position of many cannabusinesses.
Yes to Marijuana Ballot Measures
The decision by California voters in 1996 to legalize medical marijuana produced a wave of similar initiatives around the country. Less than two decades later, over half the states allow at least limited medical use.
MJ Freeway to Host Educational Webinars Regarding Crucial Marijuana Legalization Efforts in Alaska, Nevada and Oregon
DENVER, Oct. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — MJ Freeway®, the industry-leading cannabis business software platform, is pleased to host two important webinars detailing upcoming legalization efforts in Oregon, Alaska and Nevada.
Snoop Dogg Promises Alaska Concert If State Legalizes Marijuana
Alaskan residents may get to “inhale. exhale. and recharge” with Snoop Dogg if lawmakers vote to legalize marijuana in November.
KTVA Reporter Quits On-Air, Reveals Herself as Owner of Alaska Cannabis Club
Reporter Charlo Greene quit on-air during KTVA-TV’s 10 p.m. newscast Sunday, revealing herself as the owner of the medical marijuana business Alaska Cannabis Club and telling viewers that she would be using all of her energy to fight for legalizing marijuana in Alaska.
Voter Turnout for Marijuana Legalization
The countdown to Election Day has begun in earnest. For legalization advocates in Alaska, D.C. and Oregon and medical marijuana reform in Florida, the focus has shifted to voter registration and turnout. Many states will be observing National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, September 23, in advance of local deadlines by which voters must register…
Daunting Outlook for Alaska
Prospects are starting to look dicey for Ballot Measure 2, which would legalize marijuana in Alaska. Smart Alternatives to Marijuana, the brainchild of legalization foe Kevin Sabet, has seized the advantage, and polls are now running 49 to 44 percent against, a shift from the 55 percent approval rate in early 2014.
SAM is the Invisible Opposition
Legalization seems to be losing ground in Alaska, where, in the latest Public Policy Poll, 49 percent of those polled said they would vote “No” on legalization, with 44 percent saying “Yes” and 8 percent “Not sure.”
Legal Marijuana: A Glass Blower’s Dream
Glass blowing is an industry that has been undermined in the past. Many times, people neglect to see this medium as art, especially if the glass is a bong, bubbler or bowl used for smoking marijuana. However, as more people take an interest in marijuana, they are also making serious investments in the glass they buy.
Legalization Likely on Three Ballots
November 4, 2014 could be a very, very big night for advocates of legalization. Initiatives will likely be on the ballot in Oregon, Alaska and the District of Columbia. The two jurisdictions that now permit recreational use, Colorado and Washington, could become five overnight.
Vote Legal: Five States May Take High Road
As medical marijuana barriers come tumbling down across America, the smart money is wondering which state will follow Colorado and Washington down the road to full legalization. The answer does not lie in a single factor model. First the people must vote. Next their legislators must be in sync. Finally, the governor must go along with the decision.