Thomas Howard

Thomas Howard

A seasoned commercial lawyer and the Managing Director of Collateral Base. With over 15 years of experience, Tom specializes in the cannabis industry, helping businesses navigate complex regulations, secure licenses, and obtain capital. He has successfully assisted clients in multiple states and is a Certified Ganjier. Tom also runs the popular YouTube channel "Cannabis Legalization News," providing insights and updates on cannabis laws and industry trends.

How to Get a Cannabis License in Ohio

Obtaining a Cannabis License in Ohio: Step by Step Process

Introduction The cannabis industry in Ohio presents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors looking to enter a growing market. With the state’s medical marijuana program already in place and continuous efforts towards recreational legalization, the demand for licensed cannabis businesses is on the rise. This comprehensive guide on how to get a cannabis license

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The Future of Legal Cannabis and the Challenges It Faces

Provided by: FastBuds: https://2fast4buds.com/ In 2020, Gallup found that a record-breaking 68% of Americans support the legalization of marijuana—an impressive increase from just 12% in 1969 when this polling agency first started to ask the question. In recent years, two countries—Canada and Uruguay—as well as 17 states in the US have legalized adult use of

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Supreme Court Justice Criticizes Federal Marijuana Prohibition

On Monday, June 28th, 2021, a surprising proponent to end the federal prohibition of marijuana emerged in the US Supreme Court.  After the Court denied a review of a Colorado case which dealt with a medical marijuana dispensary and a challenge to a public policy provision in the Tax Code, Associate Justice Thomas, wrote a

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New York Social Equity License for Cannabis

New York became the 15th state to legalize recreational cannabis after a campaign that lasted various years. On March 31st, 2021, the state of New York legalized adult-use cannabis by signing the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). The MRTA established provisions to implement a comprehensive regulatory framework for medical, adult-use, and cannabinoid hemp. The

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New Mexico’s Cannabis Manufacturer License

New Mexico’s Cannabis Manufacturer License  The state of New Mexico legalized adult-use cannabis. With the legalization of cannabis, an array of adult-use cannabis licenses were introduced to the state. If you want to check out what the bill says about integrated microbusiness licenses, or read about the New Mexico dispensary license, you can check those links out. In

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