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Nebraska Medical Cannabis Cultivators Seek Rule Revisions
Nebraska's four licensed medical cannabis cultivators are petitioning state regulators to revise current testing rules and adjust the fee structure, as growers face potential delays in getting products to market. What changes would you like to see in how medical products are tested and regulated in your state?
MJBizDaily
Nebraska Medical Cannabis Cultivators Seek Rule Revisions
Supreme Court Rejects Another Challenge to Cannabis Law
The Nebraska Supreme Court rejected another legal challenge from former state Senator John Kuehn attempting to overturn the state's medical cannabis laws. The court ruled unanimously that Kuehn lacked the standing required to challenge the constitutionality of the acts. This decision allows the voter-approved medical marijuana program to proceed for now.
Marijuana Moment
Supreme Court Rejects Another Challenge to Cannabis Law
NE Supreme Court Upholds Medical Cannabis Laws
The Nebraska Supreme Court unanimously upheld the state's two voter-approved medical cannabis laws following a legal challenge. This ruling secures the validity of the medical cannabis program in the state.
Nebraska Examiner
NE Supreme Court Upholds Medical Cannabis Laws
Supreme Court Upholds Medical Marijuana Laws
The Nebraska Supreme Court issued a 7-0 ruling upholding a lower court decision that dismissed a challenge to two voter-approved medical cannabis petitions. The court determined that opponents failed to prove enough signatures were invalid to render the petitions legally insufficient.
10/11 NOW
Supreme Court Upholds Medical Marijuana Laws
Legal Marijuana NOW Candidate Exits NE Senate Race
Mike Marvin, the Legal Marijuana NOW candidate for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska, has exited the race due to worsening health issues. He will remain on the ballot but is urging his supporters to vote for Dan Osborn.
1011 NOW
Legal Marijuana NOW Candidate Exits NE Senate Race
Gov. Pillen Approves Permanent Medical Marijuana Rules
Governor Jim Pillen has approved permanent regulations for medical marijuana as drafted by the state Medical Cannabis Commission. The rules will become law five days after being filed with the Secretary of State. However, a pending Nebraska Supreme Court decision could still impact their legal authority.
WOWT
Gov. Pillen Approves Permanent Medical Marijuana Rules
Gov. Pillen Approves Permanent Medical Cannabis Rules
Governor Jim Pillen approved the permanent regulations drafted by the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission. The rules will be filed with the Secretary of State and become law shortly after, though patient access remains months away.
Nebraska Public Media
Gov. Pillen Approves Permanent Medical Cannabis Rules
AG Hilgers Signs Off on Nebraska Medical Cannabis Laws
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has officially signed off on the state's medical cannabis regulations. Despite his personal opposition and ongoing legal challenges, Hilgers fulfilled his statutory duty to approve the rules. The regulations now head to Governor Jim Pillen for final approval.
Nebraska Public Media
AG Hilgers Signs Off on Nebraska Medical Cannabis Laws
AG Hilgers Approves Medical Cannabis Regulations
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has signed off on the constitutionality of the state's new medical cannabis regulations. The rules were drafted by the state Medical Cannabis Commission.
Nebraska Examiner
AG Hilgers Approves Medical Cannabis Regulations
Nebraska Sues DOJ Over Marijuana Reclassification
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department regarding marijuana reclassification. Advocates argue this move attempts to override the will of Nebraska voters who recently legalized medical cannabis.
WOWT
Nebraska Sues DOJ Over Marijuana Reclassification
General Affairs Committee Reviews Cannabis Regulations
The Nebraska Legislature's General Affairs Committee reviewed proposals to update medical cannabis regulations during the 2026 session. This was part of a broader session review that also covered state liquor laws and gaming provisions.
Unicameral Update
General Affairs Committee Reviews Cannabis Regulations
Medical Cannabis Regulations Headed to Governor
The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission has advanced its proposed regulations. The rules are now headed to the Nebraska Attorney General and Governor for final approval.
Nebraska Examiner
Medical Cannabis Regulations Headed to Governor
Lawmakers Pass First Medical Cannabis Bill
Nebraska lawmakers voted 46-2 in favor of the state's first-ever bill related to the medical cannabis program. The legislation grants the Medical Cannabis Commission authority to create application fees and requires background checks.
Nebraska Public Media
Lawmakers Pass First Medical Cannabis Bill
Legislature Passes First Medical Cannabis Law
After a decade of delays, the Nebraska Legislature has passed its first medical cannabis law. The historic bill establishes basic operations and funding for the state's Medical Cannabis Commission.
Nebraska Examiner
Legislature Passes First Medical Cannabis Law
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