Delivery

Massachusetts cannabis regulators have approved new regulations expanding home delivery options for the industry.

Hightimes Holding Corp. announced this week it would acquire California cannabis delivery company Mountain High Recreation in the company’s latest move in its transition to a retail business model.

Under new rules linked to the coronavirus pandemic, New Jersey medical cannabis dispensaries can now apply to be able to offer delivery services.

Massachusetts cannabis regulators are expected to open the application period for adult-use delivery services later this month.

Colorado’s emergency pandemic rules allow for the online purchase of adult-use cannabis products, but only via pick-up — recreational delivery services are still not available throughout the state.

Delaware officials are working on emergency rules to allow delivery services from the state’s medical cannabis dispensaries.

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak issued an emergency declaration on Friday to stop retail sales at all cannabis dispensary locations throughout the state as it quickly approaches 200 confirmed coronavirus cases.

Cannabis dispensaries in adult-use states have reported a surge in product sales as Americans prepare for self-quarantine and social distancing efforts aimed at curbing the spread of the coronavirus.

Regulators in Washington state have warned cannabis companies away from home delivery options that claim to have found a loophole in state regulations, which specifically outlaw the commercial delivery of retail cannabis products.

Eaze announced it has raised $35 million to support the company’s “verticalization plan,” which would see the company pivot from a cannabis delivery firm into a cannabis retailer and wholesale distributor.

Another cannabis industry titan is experiencing cash flow issues: delivery platform Eaze is reportedly preparing for further layoffs and a pivot to retail.

Michigan regulators have issued cannabis product delivery licenses to three different businesses.

Massachusetts regulators voted 4-1 in favor of home delivery and social consumption rules; licenses for the two new business types will be made available first to social equity and economic empowerment applicants.

Utah lawmakers are backpedaling on their plan to have state health departments dispense medical cannabis; they are expected to pivot to privately-run dispensaries during a special legislative session next month.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has signed two new cannabis bills into law: one allows cannabis delivery as an option in the state, the other gives Coloradans the right to establish and visit social-use cannabis lounges.

Google has officially banned apps that assist with cannabis transactions, including delivery apps and any app that includes a “shopping cart” feature for cannabis products.

Michigan companies in Detroit and Portage have received the state’s first cannabis delivery licenses. Delivery services, however, will only be available to patients who live in municipalities where cannabis sales are generally outlawed.

Massachusetts’ cannabis regulatory body has offered preliminary support for allowing cannabis delivery options in the state. The cannabis agency is also looking at allowing social-use cannabis clubs.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis is expected to sign the state’s new cannabis-for-autism bill as lawmakers consider additional reforms, including options for social use and cannabis delivery businesses.

Despite having their cannabis licenses on them, the two cannabis transporters were arrested and had their cash seized.

Regulators have officially approved statewide cannabis delivery — even in places where retail sales and operations are banned.

Regulators also recommended allowing home delivery. The recommendations will now be considered by the Cannabis Control Commission.