Shaping the Future of Cannabis in New Mexico
Join us in advancing cannabis with purpose and professionalism in New Mexico
Tell Us What Matters Most to Your Business
The Cannabis Association of New Mexico (CANM) is working to identify the most pressing legislative and regulatory issues facing licensees across the state. Your feedback will guide our policy committee as we group key concerns into priority categories and advocate for change at the state level.
Your voice matters — please take a few minutes to share your insights.
The Cannabis Association of New Mexico
The Cannabis Association of New Mexico (CANM) was founded to support and advance the cannabis industry across our state. In a rapidly evolving landscape, you’re either at the table or on the table—and CANM ensures our industry has a powerful, unified voice in every conversation.
Our website serves as a comprehensive resource hub, offering the latest information on cannabis rules, regulations, news, and events. Whether you’re a business owner, advocate, policymaker, or industry supporter, you’ll find the tools and insights you need to stay informed and compliant.
Visit often to stay current—and sign up as a member to get involved, stay engaged, and help shape the future of cannabis in New Mexico. Signing up as a member gives you more than just access to information—it brings you into a statewide network of professionals working to shape a thriving, sustainable cannabis industry.
As our industry faces massive challenges and a constantly evolving regulatory landscape, it’s vital for us to stand together. We believe that the future of our industry should be shaped by those who live and breathe it every day—not by politicians or prohibitionists.
Cannabis updates
New Mexico
Woman injured after shooting at Peña Blanca cannabis dispensary
A shooting Tuesday evening at a cannabis dispensary in Sandoval County left a woman injured and a man facing charges of aggravated assault, aggravated battery and negligent use of a deadly weapon. Colin Dana Sandoval, owner of Loonie Zoonie Cannabis in Peña Blanca,...
Man faces prison, fines for illegal pot, hemp farms on Navajo Nation
Dineh Benally began his scheme to develop a large illegal hemp and marijuana cultivation operation in 2018 in his home community of Shiprock, New Mexico, according to court documents. By 2020, the operation had expanded to 30 farms covering more than 400 acres,...
Border town cashes in on cannabis sales
Sunland Park uses $1.6 million annual windfall on youth sports, public safety The proliferation of cannabis shops in a town that treasures family and religious traditions doesn’t seem to faze Gildardo Serrano. “Let me tell you, the marijuana has always been here....
National
US House Passes Bill Protecting State Medical Marijuana Laws And Rejecting Attempt To Block Trump’s Rescheduling Move
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a spending bill that would continue protecting state medical marijuana programs from federal intervention—while excluding a provision that previously advanced to block the Justice Department from rescheduling cannabis....
Michigan Judge Denies Bid to Toss Lawsuit Against New Wholesale Cannabis Tax
Michigan Court of Claims Judge Sima G. Patel this week denied a request by state attorneys to rehear a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against the state’s new 24% cannabis wholesale tax, Michigan Advance reports. The lawsuit, filed in October by the Michigan Cannabis...
U.S. Supreme Court Schedules Hearing In Case On Marijuana Consumers’ Gun Rights
The U.S. Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments in a case challenging the constitutionality of a federal law banning people who use marijuana or other controlled substances from buying or possessing firearms. About two months after agreeing to take the case,...
CALL TO ACTION
Did you know Border Patrol agents in New Mexico are seizing legally produced, state-compliant cannabis? So far, over $1.6 million worth has been confiscated. This ongoing issue is hurting local businesses and damaging our state’s economy.
Sign the petition today and urge our New Mexico Congressional Delegation to take action.
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Cannabis
Support the New Mexico cannabis industry by becoming a CANM member today. Together, we can advocate for smarter policies and a thriving market. Your membership makes a difference.