AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDurban Immigration Crackdown: Foreign-owned shops in Durban’s CBD stayed shut as police raids targeted undocumented migrants, with business owners warning of rising tension as a June 30 deadline nears. California Tax Boost: California collected nearly $248M in cannabis excise tax in Q1 2026, with officials pointing to funding for childcare, research, and youth substance-abuse prevention. Prison Snack Smuggling: A nurse in Guyana turned in “weed snacks” meant for Mazaruni Prison after the parcel reeked of marijuana; police found cannabis, tobacco leaves, and mints. Hemp Rule Change (NZ): New Zealand’s hemp regulatory framework takes effect May 28, moving low-THC hemp under Misuse of Drugs Regulations for a more streamlined system. US Legal Fight: Nebraska, Indiana, and Louisiana AGs sued to block Trump DOJ’s marijuana rescheduling, arguing the process skipped required rulemaking steps. Medical Access (Georgia): Georgia expanded qualifying medical conditions and raised THC limits under a new “Putting Georgia Patients First” law. Enforcement (NY): New York’s Office of Cannabis Management shut down three Broome County cannabis shops after reports of untested illegal products sending people to hospital.
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