Hinesburg and Fairfax Reject Retail Cannabis Sales in Town Meeting Day Votes
Hinesburg and Fairfax Reject Retail Cannabis Sales in Town Meeting Day Votes
4 March 2025 – Voters in Hinesburg and Fairfax, Vermont, rejected retail cannabis sales measures on Town Meeting Day, with Hinesburg’s vote failing by just six votes. The decisions reflect continued local concerns over cannabis market expansion amid a statewide pause on new retail licenses.
Vermont Halts Cannabis Licensing to Address Market Saturation Concerns
25 September, 2024 – Vermont’s Cannabis Control Board announced a temporary pause on new retail and cultivation licenses to address market oversaturation and ensure sustainable growth. Learn how this impacts businesses and consumers.
Vermont Expands Medical Cannabis Program Without Governor’s Signature
10 June 2024 - Vermont expands its medical cannabis program, enabling retail cannabis stores to sell higher-potency products to patients without a sales tax. Governor Phil Scott allowed the law to take effect without his signature, addressing rural access challenges while raising regulatory concerns.