The 2nd Annual Kentucky Cannabis Conference has officially wrapped, and what an incredible event it was! Over two days, we brought together industry professionals, advocates, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to discuss the future of cannabis in Kentucky.

There’s a phrase that gets thrown around a lot in Frankfort:
“The best legislation is one where no one is happy.”

If you’ve spent any time trying to change laws, you’ve probably heard this line. The idea is that a “fair” law should be a compromise—something that no one loves but everyone can live with.

At the heart of Humans of Cannabis in a Renaissance of Hope are the voices of people who have found relief, resilience, and empowerment through cannabis. Each of the over 50 stories in this book, including NORML founder, Keith Stroup, and JM Pedini, Development Director of NORML and many other advocates, entrepreneurs, and patients, highlights the deeply personal journeys of those who’ve advocated and turned to cannabis for their health, healing, or hope.

As more states adopt medical cannabis programs to provide relief for patients, an alarming and unconstitutional trend continues to threaten the rights of those seeking therapeutic cannabis treatments: the denial of their 2nd Amendment rights. For patients relying on medical cannabis to alleviate chronic pain, PTSD, epilepsy, or other debilitating conditions, the unjust compromise between their health and constitutional rights is an issue that demands immediate attention.

With the expansion of cannabis legalization across the United States, veterans and civilians alike are exploring the use of cannabis for recreational and medicinal purposes. For veterans, many of whom suffer from conditions like chronic pain, PTSD, and anxiety, cannabis can offer an alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals. However, the legal landscape surrounding veterans' use of THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) can be complex due to the conflict between state and federal laws.

Medical marijuana will become legal in Kentucky next year, but some provisions in place as part of the commonwealth's upcoming program could make it difficult for cardholders to use it.

Under Kentucky's new law, consuming the plant in its natural form through smoking and growing it at home could result in legal consequences or a loss of license if registered users try to light up instead of other means of using it, like vaping.

Richmond city leaders are looking into the possibility of prohibiting medical marijuana use among its employees. Still, after a heavy debate at Tuesday night’s city commission meeting, commissioners decided not to vote on the issue just yet.

RICHMOND , Ky. (WKYT) -A central Kentucky city may be putting the brakes on attempts by city workers to use medical cannabis. The Richmond City Commission may vote Tuesday night to not allow their employees to use the drug.

In a historic decision, Kentucky voters in 106 different jurisdictions across the state overwhelmingly approved ballot measures to allow cannabis businesses to operate locally. This sweeping approval is not just a win for the cannabis industry—it represents a major step forward for economic opportunity, public health, and justice in Kentucky.