Alaska’s budtender education requirement is a step toward legitimizing marijuana lounges.
Last week, I talked to a bunch of marijuana professionals about their predictions for the weed industry in 2016. Patrick Devlin of Zoots Premium Cannabis Infusions said he thought we’ll see more national celebrity brands in the market. Well, that day may come sooner than expected.
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board just announced a few amendments to the proposed new rules for the marijuana industry. One of the most significant changes eliminates the requirement that investors reside in Washington State, opening the door to the Doggfather and other out-of-town investors. (Financiers will still be required to pass criminal background checks.) If approved, the new rules will become effective in March…