Two Years of USVI Cannabis Failure January 18, 2021 10:56 am·No new jobs, no tax revenue, nothing to show in two years since the signing.
USVI Hemp Commission Set to Decide License Application December 23, 2020 11:14 am·Crucian Hemp Farms LLLP seeks Commercial Grower and Hemp Seed Distribution License.
Gov. Bryan Vetoes USVI Cannabis Advisory Board Bill August 1, 2020 11:15 am·USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr. vetoes cannabis advisory board bill, may be overridden by Senate.
USVI Senate Passes First Cannabis Legislation in 1.5 Years June 29, 2020 7:34 pm·The 33rd Legislature voted favorably on a new VI Cannabis Advisory Board bill and Positive Nelson's board position. Governor Bryan threatens to hold the rest of VICAB nominees hostage.
Positive Nelson and New Marijuana Legislation Pass Through Committee June 26, 2020 7:24 pm·Terrence Positive Nelson is one step closer to joining the VI Cannabis Advisory Board. Before he joins though, a new law may change the makeup and number of members of the board.
Sen. Sarauw Gives Major Updates on USVI Medical Marijuana June 24, 2020 7:46 pm·Senator Janelle Sarauw will introduce legislation expanding the Cannabis Advisory Board to 11 members. Updates on recreational cannabis and medical marijuana legislation.
Positive’s Nomination for Cannabis Board is Back June 23, 2020 3:35 pm·Dept. of Agriculture Commissioner Terrence Positive Nelson may go before the Rules & Judiciary Committee on June 26, 2020.
USVI Senate Debates Reworked Cannabis Bill June 12, 2020 11:02 pm·The 33rd Legislature heard testimony on the Virgin Islands Cannabis Use Act. No vote was taken during the session, but one is expected on June 29, 2020.
New USVI Adult-Use Cannabis Bill To Go Before Senate Friday June 9, 2020 2:57 pm·Governor Albert Bryan Jr’s “reworked” adult-use cannabis bill will go before the US Virgin Island’s 33rd Legislature on June 12, 2020.
USVI Gov’s Cannabis Tax Revenue Estimate: $10M Error June 4, 2020 1:40 pm·A $10,477,822.68 error exists in the VI governor’s “Revenue Estimating Conference” Report. Increasing cannabis tax revenue estimates by 30%.
USVI Gov. Bryan Introduces Reworked Adult-Use Cannabis Bill May 20, 2020 3:58 pm·On May 20, 2020, US Virgin Island’s Governor Albert Bryan Jr. unveiled the new “reworked” adult-use cannabis bill. After weeks of calling on the legislature…
VI Cannabis Advisory Board Meets for First Time March 5, 2020 6:19 pm·The USVI Cannabis Advisory Board has its first meeting, including board elections.
Adult-use “Permit” to be Removed From USVI Cannabis Bill January 22, 2020 11:36 am·Major changes announced to adult-use cannabis, medical marijuana, and hemp cultivation & licensing during St. Croix town hall meeting.
One Year Since USVI Medical Marijuana Law Passed January 16, 2020 10:54 pm·It's been one year since the USVI passed it's medical marijuana bill. So what's been accomplished in the past year? Not much.
Gov Bryan Calls on Senate to Pass Cannabis Bill During SOTT Address January 13, 2020 10:34 pm·USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr. called on the Senate to pass his recreational cannabis amendment during his State of the Territory Address.
USVI Recreational Cannabis Bill Moves Forward December 19, 2019 2:03 am·The VI Cannabis Use Act was voted on favorably 9-6. Further consideration of the bill will take place, including numerous amendments. Questions about the future of the current Medical Cannabis law.
USVI Senate May Not Consider Governor’s Recreational Cannabis Bill December 4, 2019 5:18 pm·Senator Janelle K. Sarauw stated that the Senate may not consider Governor Bryan’s USVI Recreational Cannabis Amendment on December 18th. Sen. Sarauw has submitted 2…
USVI Announces Recreational Cannabis Legislation December 3, 2019 5:33 pm·Governor Albert Bryan Jr. announces recreational cannabis amendment!
December USVI Medical Cannabis Deadline Set to Change November 18, 2019 3:09 pm·Medical cannabis rules and regulations will not be completed by December 31st, 2019. A new deadline will be set by the USVI Legislature.
Two More VI Cannabis Advisory Board Members Confirmed November 13, 2019 9:14 pm·Dr. Gary Jett M.D. and Christopher T. Jones are set to join the VI Cannabis Advisory Board.
Positive’s Cannabis Advisory Board Nomination Held in Committee October 10, 2019 7:30 pm·USVI Rules & Judiciary Committee held Positive Nelson's nomination over possible conflict of interest issues. Dr. Craigwell-Syms unanimously approved for Cannabis Advisory Board.
Ban USVI Cannabis Single-Use Plastic! October 7, 2019 4:29 pm·VIBE HIGH calls on the US Virgin Islands Cannabis Advisory Board to ban all single-use petroleum plastic from the cannabis industry.
First USVI Cannabis Advisory Board Members Approved October 4, 2019 8:44 pm·Three Members of the US Virgin Islands Cannabis Advisory Board get unanimous approval from the Rules & Judiciary Committee
Four Members Named To USVI Cannabis Advisory Board July 23, 2019 10:50 pm·US Virgin Islands Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has nominated 4 members to the Cannabis Advisory Board.
USVI to Miss Another Cannabis Deadline? July 15, 2019 1:41 pm·UPDATE: It has come to our attention that there is an issue with our timeline on this article. The bill that extended out the timeline…
USVI Must Get Medical Cannabis Tourism Right July 11, 2019 7:14 pm·How will the US Virgin Islands process tourist medical cannabis cards?
VI Medical Cannabis Officially Behind Schedule May 17, 2019 2:03 pm·US Virgin Islands Government fails to reach its first goal enacting its medical cannabis program.
Medical Cannabis: What Can the USVI Expect? April 19, 2019 5:10 pm·What can be expected from the US Virgin Islands Medical Cannabis Industry? We look into the number of patients, amount of cannabis produced, and the tax revenue generated.
USVI Cannabis Business Residency Rule Confusion April 8, 2019 12:29 am·The USVI Medical Cannabis Law has some discrepancies when it comes to residency requirements for Virgin Island Business Owners.
Cannabis: Breaking the Social Stigma, Part 1 March 21, 2019 11:41 pm·A glance into the stigma of Cannabis users, while the acceptance of alcohol and it's health effects are overlooked.
USVI Cannabis Affirmative Defense March 12, 2019 10:35 pm·The MCPCA paves a way for USVI residents to legally use cannabis before medical cards are released.
What is the Office of Cannabis Regulation? March 12, 2019 5:44 pm·An overview of the office that will execute the roll out of medical cannabis in the USVI.
When Will Medical Marijuana Be Available in the USVI? February 21, 2019 8:15 pm·The USVI Medical Cannabis Patient Care Act is now law, so when will you be able to purchase Medical Marijuana?
Major Changes to USVI Cannabis Bill Announced February 18, 2019 2:31 pm·Senator Nelson announced previously undisclosed changes to the Medical Marijuana bill at the AgFair Growers Forum.
How Do Growers’ License Fees in the USVI Stack Up? February 15, 2019 4:07 pm·How do the grower's fees in the US Virgin Islands compare to the rest of the United States?
Medical Marijuana Growers’ Forum Joins the USVI Ag Fair This Weekend February 11, 2019 12:47 pm·Medical Marijuana forum set to take place on St. Croix during Ag Fair.
Locals Set to Dominate USVI Medical Marijuana Industry January 30, 2019 7:29 pm·After major concerns that Virgin Islanders will be left behind in the new medical marijuana industry, the MCPCA sets things right.
MPCPA: Where the Tax Money Goes January 28, 2019 1:00 am·A detailed breakdown of where all the tax money from the sale of medical marijuana will go in the US Virgin Islands.
US Virgin Islands Legalize Medical Marijuana January 24, 2019 12:34 pm·On January 19th, newly elected Governor Albert Bryan signed into law the Medicinal Cannabis Patient Care Act (MCPCA). The MCPCA legalizes medical marijuana, but not…
Medical Marijuana Passes VI Legislature December 29, 2018 1:15 am·Medical Marijuana passes the USVI Legislator and now waits for the Governor's signature.