News Stories from 2019

December 2019

December 31, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Countdown to Legalization: Where do Democratic presidential candidates stand on marijuana legalization?
December 31, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa officials warn of marijuana laws on eve of Illinois’ legalization
December 31, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Dubuque Police Department taking ‘wait and see’ approach to Illinois marijuana legalization
December 31, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Unsure What Impact to Expect from Illinois’ Legalization of Marijuana
December 30, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CBD is illegal - but some Iowa prosecutors not too concerned about enforcement
December 30, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
2020 resolution: Room for improvement on helping sick Iowans
December 30, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
While Quad-City law enforcement prepares for marijuana legalization in Illinois, some aspects remain unclear
December 29, 2019
Telegraph Herald - Dubuque, Iowa
Legal marijuana sales may spark Midwest interstate tension
December 29, 2019
Globe Gazette - Mason City, Iowa
What’s next for medical marijuana in Iowa
December 28, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids man to start selling CBD despite it being illegal
December 27, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
The biggest Iowa marijuana stories from 2019
December 27, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
How will legal marijuana in Illinois affect Iowa campuses?
December 26, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
VIEWPOINT: Pot propaganda: Most of us knew better all these years
December 26, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa medical marijuana outlets look longingly at Illinois
December 26, 2019
Globe Gazette - Mason City, Iowa
Cedar Rapids medical marijuana maker will sell legal pot in Illinois
December 24, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
State AG To Iowans: CBD Products Are Not Legal
December 23, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
One Year Later, Some Doctors Still Cautious About Medical Cannabis In Iowa
December 23, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Iowa companies rethink drug tests as pot laws change
December 13, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Dubuque law enforcement asking businesses to stop selling CBD products
December 11, 2019
KWWL TV 7 - Waterloo, Iowa
Local CBD vendor facing facing federal crackdown suit
December 9, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
SPECIAL REPORT: Medical marijuana for Iowans
December 9, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Despite being available all over, CBD still illegal in Iowa. And enforcement remains ‘a big question’
December 7, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
What’s next for medical marijuana in Iowa
December 7, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Pot smoking fast becoming pot vaping
December 6, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
Iowa Senate leader: Raise tobacco age to 21; no to legalized marijuana
December 5, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Owner of CBD store arrested in Ankeny, faces 3 felony charges
December 5, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Ankeny Woman Charged with Illegally Selling CBD Products
December 5, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
An Iowa woman was arrested after allegedly selling CBD gummies to the cops. Now, other businesses’ owners are speaking out.
December 5, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Owner of multiple metro CBD stores charged for selling CBD
December 5, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
OUR OPINION: Keep studying ways to improve medical cannabis in Iowa
December 4, 2019
Daily Iowan - Iowa City, Iowa
Opinion: Iowa should follow Illinois’ example with legalizing marijuana
December 2, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
What’s next for medical marijuana in Iowa

November 2019

November 28, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa marks the first year of medical marijuana sales with looming questions about its future
November 28, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Governor’s makes first visit to medical marijuana manufacturer
November 27, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa’s medical marijuana provider fears for future of program
November 25, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds visits medical marijuana manufacturing facility in Des Moines
November 18, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Legal Weed In Illinois And The Iowa Legislature
November 16, 2019
KCAU TV 9 - Sioux City, Iowa
Iowa medical cannabis program slow to expand
November 15, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Democrats Call For Medical Cannabis Expansion In Iowa’s 2020 Legislative Session
November 15, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Lawmakers fear Illinois will become Iowa’s medical marijuana provider
November 10, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
CBD is illegal, county attorney says. So why are area stores openly selling it?
November 7, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Painfully slow cannabis reform in Iowa
November 1, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Board supports adding PTSD to medical marijuana program
November 1, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa medical marijuana board backs THC purchase limit, PTSD as qualifying condition
November 1, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical Marijuana board makes recommendations on PTSD, THC level

October 2019

October 31, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa medical marijuana board to consider PTSD, Alzheimer's as treatable conditions
October 30, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Medical cannabis can help veterans, trauma survivors ‘feel normal’ again
October 24, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa lawmakers, prosecutors, judges, police must fix unequal marijuana arrests, outcomes
October 24, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Empower cities in Iowa to regulate marijuana
October 23, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Jamaica, Iowa Community Embraces Mayor and Husband Arrested On Marijuana Charges
October 19, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Reynolds takes a welcome step for justice
October 13, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
THE REGULARS: Marijuana should be legalized across the country
October 1, 2019
SE Iowa Union - Fairfield, Iowa
Medical marijuana legal, still hurdles to fill prescriptions
October 1, 2019
Mississippi Valley Publishing - Iowa City, Iowa
Cannabis could help PTSD sufferers

September 2019

September 25, 2019
N’West Iowa - Sheldon, Iowa
Miller: Are you dazed and confused over laws for hemp and CBD?
September 13, 2019
WHBF TV 4 - Davenport, Iowa
Bridging the divide: Decriminalize Davenport seeks change on possession laws
September 10, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Respiratory illness tied to vaping THC products on the rise in Iowa, nationwide
September 8, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
The gray area: CBD is still technically illegal in Iowa.  So why do so many stores in the Quad-Cities sell it?

August 2019

August 29, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa district attorneys still hazy on implementing CBD regulations
August 23, 2019
KMA Radio - Shenandoah, Iowa
‘Hemp 101’ presentation in Shenandoah Monday
August 19, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Second manufacturer joins Iowa’s medical marijuana program
August 16, 2019
KCAU TV 9 - Sioux City, Iowa
Iowa’s medical cannabis program continues to grow
August 14, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Second manufacturer joins Iowa’s medical marijuana program
August 11, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Marijuana remains illegal under federal law - that harms Iowa patients
August 10, 2019
KMA Radio - Shenandoah, Iowa
MedPharm to offer medical marijuana vapor products
August 6, 2019
World Herald - Omaha, Nebraska
Nebraska medical marijuana backers call AG's opinion on legality of bill ‘politically motivated’
August 5, 2019
KIMT TV 3 - Mason City, Iowa
Chronic Pain Now Qualifies for Medical Marijuana
August 5, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Legal hemp could make farmers into accidental criminals
August 5, 2019
KMTV TV 3 - Omaha, Nebraska
IA task force warns stores to stop selling CBD products
August 5, 2019
Daily Nonpareil - Council Bluffs, Iowa
Bluffs businesses warned about unlicensed sale of CBD-containing products
August 5, 2019
KBOE Radio - Oskaloosa, Iowa
Governor Reynolds opposes legalizing recreational marijuana use
August 2, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
State panel backs including chronic pain under Iowa medical cannabis law
August 2, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical Cannabidiol Board Approves Chronic Pain as Condition, Delays PTSD Decision
August 2, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Medical Cannabis Board Will Not Recommend New Treatments
August 2, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowans with chronic pain one step closer to CBD treatment
August 2, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
‘Critical inflection point:’ Medical cannabis advocates plead with state board
August 2, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa medical cannabidiol board approves one qualifying condition, denies three others
August 2, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
State Medical Cannabidiol Board meets for first time since governor’s veto of expansion bill
August 2, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
MedPharm to offer medical marijuana vapor products
August 1, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
MedPharm Iowa concerned about future of state’s patients, CBD legislation
August 1, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
MedPharm Introduces First Inhalable Products to Iowa Cannabis Market
August 1, 2019
WOWT TV 6 - Omaha, Nebraska
Medical Cannabis Dispensaries in Iowa ask to expand services to PTSD patients Friday
August 1, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
MedPharm Iowa releases inhalable medical cannabis products

July 2019

July 28, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
THE REGULARS: America must tread carefully on the subject of marijuana
July 27, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City woman says medical cannabis alleviates her seizures
July 27, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Ease hemp restrictions
July 26, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
State tells Cedar Rapids bar owner he cannot sell CBD infused drinks
July 25, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Governor Reynolds: Don’t expect legal marijuana in Iowa
July 22, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Q&A: Iowa making plans for hemp farming by 2020
July 22, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Supporters Of Iowa’s Medical Cannabis Push For Expansion
July 19, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
If You Medical Marijuana And Test Positive At Work, What Next?
July 19, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa medical marijuana company to launch next month with one product
July 18, 2019
Globe Gazette - Mason City, Iowa
Dems should continue to push medical cannabis expansion: Letter
July 18, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Fact Checker: Are drugs now a bigger factor than alcohol in traffic deaths? Checking in on Gov. Reynolds’ claim
July 17, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Illinois marijuana law could create challenges in Iowa workplaces
July 16, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Last night for your CBD opinions to be heard by FDA
July 14, 2019
Estherville News - Estherville, Iowa
Hemp & CBD: what’s legal, what’s not?
July 14, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
OUR OPINION: Input from public should be key part of medical cannabis discussion
July 13, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Lawmakers in no rush to help sick Iowans
July 12, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
There won’t be a special committee to study medical marijuana program
July 12, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Dazed and confused about CBD’s legal status in Iowa
July 11, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Republicans nix proposed medical cannabis study committee, focus on next session
July 11, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
State Lawmakers Block Study Committee on New Medical Marijuana Bill
July 11, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Lawmakers block plans to explore expansion of Iowa’s medical marijuana program
July 11, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
GOP leaders reject Democratic lawmakers pitch for interim medical cannabis committee
July 11, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johston, Iowa
Republican Leaders Deny Democratic Lawmakers’ Request For Medical Marijuana Committee
July 10, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Reynolds comments on reforms regarding medical marijuana
July 9, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
CBD is still illegal in Iowa, but for how long?
July 9, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Illinois’ law legalizing marijuana could threaten Iowa’s fledgling medical cannabis industry
July 9, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa Democratic lawmakers try again on medical cannabis
July 8, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa AG Clarifies the Legality of Using CBD Products
July 8, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CBD products illegal and in some cases, potentially fraudulent, Iowa AG warns
July 8, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa AG: CBD products illegal in Iowa unless part of medical program
July 5, 2019
The Hawk Eye - Burlington, Iowa
CBD takes off in southeast Iowa
July 5, 2019
KDTH Radio - Dubuque, Iowa
Iowa Medical Marijuana Public Meeting
July 3, 2019
North Iowa Today - Mason City, Iowa
Legislative leaders in Iowa announce next steps in the fight for Iowa medical cannabis reforms
July 2, 2019
KDSM TV 17 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Republican Lawmaker Can Nearly Guarantee Marijuana Progress in 2020
July 2, 2019
KCAU TV 9 - Sioux City, Iowa
Republican Iowa lawmakers consider medical marijuana bill 2020
July 1, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
Pair of Iowa Democrats call for interim legislative study on medical marijuana
July 1, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Gov. Reynolds’ reaction to medical cannabis news conference
July 1, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Republican Lawmaker Can Nearly Guarantee Marijuana Progress in 2020
July 1, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Democrats will keep pushing for expanded medical marijuana as call for special session fails
July 1, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical Marijuana Expansion Supporters Keeping Fight Alive in Iowa
July 1, 2019
Attorney General - Des Moines, Iowa
Attorney General’s statement on hemp and CBD products

June 2019

June 30, 2019
Carl Olsen’s Blog - Des Moines, Iowa
Last Minute Back Door Dealing Dooms HF 732 (Medical Cannabidiol)
June 28, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Will Iowa legalize marijuana?  ‘I won’t be the governor to do that,’ Reynolds says
June 28, 2019
KETV TV 7 - Omaha, Nebraska
Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley helps introduce bill to expand marijuana, CBD medical research
June 28, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
State Patrol says Illinois marijuana law doesn’t change things here
June 28, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Gov. Reynolds rules out recreational pot in Iowa
June 26, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
After Illinois legalized marijuana, ‘business as usual’ for Iowa State Patrol
June 26, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
What do Iowans Need to Know About Illinois Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
June 25, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Marijuana will soon be legal in Illinois.  What does that mean for Iowans?
June 25, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Democrats urge special session, but unlikely to happen in GOP-controlled statehouse
June 25, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
You Can Now Get A Masters In Marijuana
June 18, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
State health department warns about sale of CBD products
June 16, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Medical cannabis veto fuels frustration
June 13, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Deadline looms for Cedar Rapids' medical marijuana manufacturer Iowa Relief
June 10, 2019
WHBF TV 4 - Rock Island, Illinois
Iowa medical cannabis program expansion expected despite Reynolds’ veto
June 9, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Legislating by neglect
June 7, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa 6-year-old shows how access to CBD has changed her life
June 3, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Governor should have worked with legislators on cannabis bill
June 3, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
TUESDAY TOPIC: Public health policies should be based on science and research
June 3, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Why Did Governor Reynolds Veto The Medical Cannabis Bill?
June 3, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Her alcohol addiction weighed on Gov. Kim Reynolds’ veto of medical cannabis expansion
June 2, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Reynolds made the right call on cannabis bill

May 2019

May 31, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
What’s Next For Supporters Of Medical Cannabis In Iowa?
May 31, 2019
KTIV TV 4 - Sioux City, Iowa
Four Siouxland Legislators meet with Sioux City community leaders
May 31, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Bolkcom: Legislative colleagues should override governor’s cannabis veto
May 31, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Neighboring states could make Iowa’s weak cannabis program obsolete
May 31, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
OUR OPINION: Keep working to improve Iowa’s medical cannabis program
May 30, 2019
Daily News - Newton, Iowa
Iowa Democrats want special session for medical marijuana
May 30, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Dems want Special Session to override veto on medical pot expansion
May 30, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Reynolds’ veto shows lack of vision on medical cannabis program
May 29, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Democrats call for special session to override medical marijuana veto
May 29, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
GOP-led Legislature won’t override veto of Iowa’s expanded medical cannabis bill
May 29, 2019
KWQC TV 6 - Davenport, Iowa
Democratic lawmakers in Iowa want special session for medical marijuana
May 29, 2019
KWWL TV 8 - Waterloo, Iowa
Iowa Democrats want special session for medical marijuana
May 29, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Democrats push to override GOP governor’s veto of cannabis program expansion
May 29, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Special session over medical cannabis bill veto unlikely
May 29, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Democrats Call On Iowa Legislature To Reconvene And Overturn Medical Marijuana Veto
May 29, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Group of lawmakers to ask for special session about medical marijuana
May 28, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Lawmakers call for special session to override Reynolds’ cannabis law veto
May 28, 2019
Daily News - Rock Rapids, Iowa
Governor Vetoes Medical Marijuana Program Expansion
May 28, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa Gov. Reynolds defends medical marijuana expansion veto
May 28, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Reynolds says she’d back ‘narrow and cautious’ expansion of medical cannabis law
May 28, 2019
KIWA Radio - Sheldon, Iowa
Governor Vetoes Medical Marijuana Program Expansion
May 28, 2019
Business Record - Des Moines, Iowa
MedPharm Iowa disputes Reynolds’ rationale for veto on medical cannabis bill
May 27, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
What Next For Medical Cannabis In Iowa?
May 27, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Governor Reynolds Is On The Wrong Side Of The Cannabis Issue
May 27, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa governor vetoes second bill in two years
May 25, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
‘This Bill Could Have Changed My Life,’ Iowan Suffering From Chronic Pain Speaks Out Over Medical Marijuana Veto
May 25, 2019
Bleeding Heartland - Des Moines, Iowa
Logical, but disappointing: Reynolds vetoes medical cannabis bill
May 25, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Reynolds vetoes bill to ease Iowa’s medical marijuana limits
May 24, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Reynolds vetoes medical marijuana expansion
May 24, 2019
KCAU TV 9 - Sioux City, Iowa
Plans for expanded medical marijuana in Iowa snuffed by Governor Reynolds
May 24, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Mixed Emotions Over Governor Vetoing Medical Marijuana Expansion
May 24, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Governor Reynolds vetoes medical marijuana bill
May 24, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Governor Reynolds vetoes medical cannabis expansion in Iowa
May 24, 2019
KWWL TV 7 - Waterloo, Iowa
Iowa governor Kim Reynolds vetoes medical cannabis legislation
May 24, 2019
WQAD TV 8 - Moline, Illinois
Gov. Reynolds vetoes newest Iowa medical marijuana bill
May 24, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds vetoes medical marijuana expansion bill, saying ‘Iowa must proceed cautiously’ on changes
May 24, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Medical Marijuana Supporters Deliver Last-Minute Petition
May 24, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Reynolds running out of time to sign medical marijuana bill
May 24, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Petitioners urging Iowa to expand medical marijuana program
May 23, 2019
KWQC TV 6 - Davenport, Iowa
Supporters urge Gov. Reynolds to sign bill expanding medical marijuana law
May 23, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Clock winds down on bill expanding medical marijuana use in Iowa
May 23, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Patients, advocates deliver medical cannabis petition to Gov. Reynolds
May 23, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Ames, Iowa
Medical marijuana supporters deliver signatures to Gov. Reynolds
May 23, 2019
KIMT TV 3 - Omaha, Nebraska
Medical Cannabis patients deliver petition to Iowa Governor
May 23, 2019
News Republican - Boone, Iowa
Seeking patient access to pain relief through new law
May 22, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Gov. Reynolds should sign Iowa’s medical cannabis expansion
May 21, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mixed reaction over potential changes to Iowa’s medical cannabis law
May 17, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CBD is easy to get, but Gov. Reynolds warns Iowans it’s still illegal for most of us
May 13, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Gov. Kim Reynolds should sign expansion of Iowa’s medical cannabis law
May 9, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Here’s The Latest Debate On Medical Cannabis In Iowa
May 9, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Changes Needed In Iowa's Medical Cannabis Program
May 8, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
What’s In The NEW Medical Cannabis Law?
May 7, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Column didn’t tell full story on marijuana
May 6, 2019
Decorah News - Decorah, Iowa
Will medical marijuana be sold in Winneshiek County?  County officials are trying to be prepared if it does
May 3, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Drug treatment program worried about Iowa’s medical marijuana
May 3, 2019
Press-Citizen - Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa cannabis critics feel rising pressure as programs expand
May 2, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids cannabis plant delays opening till August
May 2, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
New state report shows increasing number of Iowans obtaining medical cannabis
May 1, 2019
Globe Gazette - Mason City, Iowa
Medical marijuana expansion ‘patient-focused’
May 1, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Medical marijuana expansion ‘patient-focused’: manufacturer

April 2019

April 30, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Medical marijuana manufacturer says Iowa law expansion could bring new products and patients
April 30, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Inside the First Iowa Medical Cannabis Facility
April 30, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Again, lawmakers deliver last-minute cannabis bill.  Will Reynolds sign it?
April 29, 2019
KETV TV 7 - Omaha, Nebraska
Medical marijuana expansion now in hands of Iowa’s governor
April 29, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Medical cannabis bill calls for expansion
April 29, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
Fate of medical marijuana bill rests in Gov. Reynolds' hands
April 29, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa Senate approves changes to medical cannabis law, sends bill to governor
April 27, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Iowa lawmakers again expand medical marijuana program
April 27, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Medical Marijuana Expansion Bill Sent To Iowa Governor
April 27, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Lawmakers Approve Bill to Expand Potency of Medical Cannabis
April 24, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
‘Our time is running out’: Future of Iowa's medical marijuana bill up in the air
April 23, 2019
Dickinson County News - Spirit Lake, Iowa
CBD Oil marketing draws Dickinson County response
April 20, 2019
Bleeding Heartland - Des Moines, Iowa
State board suggests more restrictive medical cannabis limits
April 19, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Young Americans for Liberty hand out ‘reverse pot brownies’ as ploy to end war on drugs
April 19, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Don’t smoke any ditch weed this 4/20 holiday
April 18, 2019
KWWL TV 7 - Waterloo, Iowa
CBD vending machine opens in Cedar Falls
April 15, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Key senator says proposal would better inform medical cannabis consumers
April 13, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
News Track: Cannabidiol program grows but glitches remain
April 12, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Key lawmakers see modest expansion of Iowa medical cannabis law this year
April 12, 2019
Iowa Public Television - Johnston, Iowa
Medical Marijuana in Iowa
April 12, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Boulton: Medical cannabis bill doesn’t do enough for suffering Iowans
April 10, 2019
Iowa Employment Law Blog - Des Moines, Iowa
New Jersey Court Rules Employee Fired for Using Medical Marijuana May Sue for Disability Discrimination; What Does this Mean for Iowa Employers?
April 7, 2019
Daily Nonpareil - Council Bluffs, Iowa
Editorial: Confusion reigns supreme
April 5, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Proposed medical cannabis expansion is good, not great
April 5, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Lawmakers must make the call on cannabis
April 5, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Lawmakers vote to put the THC cap back in
April 4, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
Medical cannabis expansion alive for now in Iowa Legislature
April 4, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Medical cannabis expansion alive for now in Iowa Legislature
April 4, 2019
Globe Gazette - Mason City, Iowa
Iowa trooper saves the day, delivers medication to Mason City boy with epilepsy
April 4, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
5 On Your Side: How is medical marijuana handled in the workplace?
April 4, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
Sioux City dispensary sells remedies that come from a ‘green’ source
April 3, 2019
Storm Lake Times - Storm Lake, Iowa
HF 732 to update the law on CBD access, provisions
April 3, 2019
KGRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
FDA considers regulating CBD
April 2, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
US regulators exploring ways CBD products could be legal
April 2, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Iowa Senate Considering House Bill To Allow More Potent Medical Marijuana
April 1, 2019
Bleeding Heartland - Des Moines, Iowa
What really happened last week with the medical cannabidiol bill
April 1, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa House medical marijuana plan clears first Senate test
April 1, 2019
Daily News - Newton, Iowa
Further expansion of cannabidiol in Iowa
April 1, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Lohse: Legislation makes measured improvements to medical marijuana law

March 2019

March 31, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Konfrst: Medical cannabis expansion passes Iowa House
March 31, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Hunter: After years of delay, Iowa House expands medical cannabis
March 31, 2019
KIWA Radio - Sheldon, Iowa
Medical Marijuana Debate In Iowa House
March 30, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical marijuana bill allowing stronger medications contradicts stance of state’s expert panel
March 29, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Sunde: Expanding medical cannabis is crucial for Iowans with chronic conditions
March 29, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Rep. Jeff Shipley: ‘Comedy gave me the courage to run’
March 29, 2019
KMA Radio - Shenandoah, Iowa
Shipley guest speaker at SCIA banquet
March 29, 2019
Pilot Tribune - Storm Lake, Iowa
More access to medical marijuana to come to Iowans
March 27, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa House passes bill making some changes to medical cannabis law
March 27, 2019
KWIT Radio - Sioux City, Iowa
The Potential Impact of Expanded Medical Marijuana
March 27, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Possible amendment to medical cannabis program
March 27, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
The Iowa Attorney General isn’t giving guidance to county attorneys about CBD
March 26, 2019
KDSM TV 17 - Des Moines, Iowa
Story County Cracks Down on CBD Oil
March 26, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa House passes bill that makes changes to medical marijuana law
March 26, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa House tweaks medical marijuana law, focusing on amount of THC that can be dispensed
March 26, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
House votes 96-3 for medical marijuana adjustments
March 26, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical marijuana bill with expanded potency wins Iowa House approval, Senate may soon follow
March 25, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Story County warns of illegal CBD products sold in Iowa
March 25, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Story County Cracks Down on CBD Oil
March 21, 2019
Little Village - Iowa City, Iowa
Poll: Midwesterners favor marijuana legalization more strongly than other Americans
March 17, 2019
Messenger - Fort Dodge, Iowa
County attorney’s office states position on CBD oil
March 14, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
PROGRESS: Medical marijuana dispensary open in Sioux City
March 14, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CBD stores continue popping up in Iowa, despite questions on legality
March 11, 2019
Pilot Tribune - Storm Lake, Iowa
Spencer council questioned on marijuana
March 10, 2019
KIWA Radio - Sheldon, Iowa
Medial Marijuana Expansion Plan Advancing In Iowa Legislature
March 10, 2019
Bleeding Heartland - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa could lead the nation in cannabis legislation
March 8, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa store owner claims she did nothing wrong after hemp, CBD products were raided
March 8, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
CBD products are popping up in stores throughout Iowa.  But Are They Legal?
March 8, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
CBD Stores are Popping up in Iowa.  But Are They Legal?
March 7, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical Marijuana Expansion Bill Advances in Iowa House
March 7, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Panel approves bill to expand Iowa’s medical marijuana program
March 7, 2019
KMCH Radio - Manchester, Iowa
Fayette County Business Searched for Illegal Products
March 7, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Clermont business accused of illegally selling medical marijuana products
March 7, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Plans advancing to expand Iowa’s medical marijuana law
March 6, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Iowa Lawmakers Fast-Track Medical Marijuana Expansion Ahead Of Statehouse Deadline
March 6, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa sheriff orders business selling marijuana derivatives to cease and desist
March 6, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Fayette County authorities seize CBD products from spa
March 6, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Fayette deputies seize CBD products at Clermont business
March 6, 2019
KGAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa lawmakers look at expanding medical cannabis program
March 6, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical marijuana could be more potent in Iowa under measure House panel approved
March 5, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical Marijuana Expansion, E-Verify Mandate Bills Both Advance Through Funnel Week
March 4, 2019
Daily Reporter - Spencer, Iowa
City fields questions on CBD oil
March 4, 2019
KNIA Radio - Knoxville, Iowa
Rep. Thorup Studying Medical Marijuana Bills
March 1, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids bar wants to sell CBD infused drinks
March 1, 2019
Press-Citizen - Iowa City, Iowa
Drug war spending appears to be a colossal waste of money
March 1, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Sweeping changes to medical marijuana program proposed

February 2019

February 28, 2019
KTVO TV 3 - Kirksville, Missouri
Mt. Pleasant PD reminds retailers: Unregulated CBD is illegal in Iowa
February 27, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa lawmakers should expand access to medical cannabis, but federal guidance is crucial
February 26, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
House speaker eyes more cannabidiol access for Iowans
February 25, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa poll: 78 percent of adults want medical marijuana program expansion
February 23, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Poll: 78% want medical marijuana program expanded, 48% would allow recreational pot
February 22, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Forbes: Time to make cannabis available to all patients who need it
February 22, 2019
KCAU TV 9 - Sioux City, Iowa
Iowa lawmakers propose lighter penalties for marijuana
February 21, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical Cannabis: Good For Iowa?
February 21, 2019
Iowa State Daily - Ames, Iowa
New Iowa legislation to reclassify marijuana
February 21, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
Decreasing penalty for marijuana possession
February 19, 2019
Daily Iowan - Iowa City, Iowa
Lawmakers try to expand CBD program
February 19, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa Senate subcommittee approves bill to expand medical marijuana program
February 19, 2019
KJAN Radio - Atlantic, Iowa
Senate subcommittee endorses expansion of Iowa’s medical marijuana law
February 18, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical marijuana could be purchased for more conditions under Iowa Senate bill
February 18, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Medical marijuana expansion clears Iowa Senate subcommittee
February 17, 2019
Daily Iowan - Iowa City, Iowa
Hemp-based CBD oil should be legalized in Iowa
February 15, 2019
Daily Reporter - Spencer, Iowa
Storm Lake lawmaker: zero chance for recreational marijuana this session
February 15, 2019
Pilot Tribune - Storm Lake, Iowa
SL lawmaker: zero chance for recreational marijuana this session
February 14, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
KCCI reporter’s mom shares experience with medical cannabis
February 13, 2019
Press-Citizen - Iowa City, Iowa
What could go wrong in Iowa if Illinois and Minnesota legalize marijuana?
February 8, 2019
Iowa Employment Law Blog - Des Moines, Iowa
Does Iowa’s Medical Marijuana Law Impact an Employer’s Right to Maintain a Drug-Free Workplace?
February 7, 2019
WHO Radio - Des Moines, Iowa
Should Iowa Legalize Marijuana?
February 7, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
OUR OPINION: Many questions exist about legalized recreational pot use in Iowa
February 5, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
New effort to legalize marijuana in Iowa
February 5, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Let the market dictate cannabis dispensary locations, Gov. Reynolds says
February 4, 2019
KJAN TV 2 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
State Senator Bolkcom proposes legalizing marijuana
February 4, 2019
The Courier - Waterloo, Iowa
Iowa Democrat’s proposal to legalize marijuana likely dead on arrival
February 4, 2019
KCAU TV 9 - Sioux City, Iowa
Iowa state senator working to legalize marijuana
February 4, 2019
WQAD TV 8 - Moline, Illinois
State Senator says Iowa should regulate marijuana like alcohol
February 4, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Treat weed like wine, Iowa City lawmaker says
February 4, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Lawmaker Proposes Regulating Marijuana Like Alcohol
February 4, 2019
KCCI TV 8 - Des Moines, Iowa
State senator says it is time to end pot prohibition in Iowa
February 4, 2019
Des Moines Register - Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa senator proposes legalizing marijuana and regulating it like alcohol
February 3, 2019
Daily Iowan - Iowa City, Iowa
A CBD store opened in Iowa City last month.  Officials say it’s illegal.
February 1, 2019
Press Citizen - Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa should regulate marijuana like beer, wine and liquor
February 1, 2019
Little Village - Iowa City, Iowa
Letter to the editor: Iowa should regulate marijuana like beer, wine and liquor
February 1, 2019
The Journal - Sioux City, Iowa
Dispensary manager: Siouxland docs should study cannabis for their patients

January 2019

January 31, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa lawmakers push to raise amounts of THC in medical marijuana
January 30, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Proposed bill would raise THC levels of medical marijuana
January 24, 2019
Radio Iowa - Des Moines, Iowa
Families seek expanded use of medical marijuana for autism patients
January 23, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Letter: Iowa marijuana law outdated
January 22, 2019
Iowa Public Radio - Johnston, Iowa
Advocates Want Medical Marijuana Treatment For Severe Autism Patients Regardless Of Age
January 21, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
First hemp store in the metro opens for business
January 18, 2019
KDSM TV 17 - Des Moines, Iowa
Chronic Illness Patients Struggle to Get Medical Marijuana Cards
January 18, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Chronic Illness Patients Struggle to Get Medical Marijuana Cards
January 18, 2019
The Gazette - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
More stores opening to sell CBD
January 16, 2019
Dyersville Commercial - Dyersville, Iowa
The future of hemp in Iowa
January 15, 2019
KCRG TV 9 - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Police: buy CBD products at your own risk
January 15, 2019
Wall Street Reporter - New York, NY
MEDICINE MAN TECHNOLOGIES (OTC: MDCL) Enters into Agreement to Acquire MedPharm Holdings, LLC
January 10, 2019
KWWL TV 7 - Waterloo, Iowa
2018 Farm Bill: Industrial hemp gets the green light in Iowa
January 10, 2019
KWQC TV 6 - Davenport, Iowa
CBD store in Davenport aims to ease pain and offer alternative to opioids
January 6, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Popping up like weeds: More CBD specialty stores opening across the Quad-City region
January 6, 2019
Quad City Times - Davenport, Iowa
Iowa should fix medical marijuana law
January 4, 2019
WHO TV 13 - Des Moines, Iowa
Possible Changes Coming to Medical Marijuana and Sentencing Reform in Iowa
January 2, 2019
WOI TV 5 - Des Moines, Iowa
More Iowans received medical marijuana registration cards after December 1