California lawmakers passed roughly 1,200 bills last year, including some that resulted in unforeseeable wins by Republicans, promising protections for consumers and small strides for those in the entertainment industry.

Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes are being legalized in California, as part of the many new state laws going into effect in 2025​. Right now, Sacramento has plenty of dispensaries, but it does not have any lounges where you can smoke inside.

The state is allowing more on-street alcohol sales and food in cannabis lounges. Supporters say the laws will boost downtown economies.

Those in California who'd like a latte with a side of weed have gotten their wish now that a new law goes into effect that permits licensed cannabis dispensaries to add sit-in cafes to their sites. Using the city of Amsterdam as a blueprint,

A new California law allowing marijuana cafes officially took effect on Wednesday, authorizing local governments throughout the state to allow cannabis retailers to expand their services. And certain businesses are already leveraging the policy change.