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North Carolina Cherokee Tribe Votes to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

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In a momentous decision that sent ripples through the heart of North Carolina, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), a sovereign Native American tribe in the state, have cast pivotal votes to legalize adult-use cannabis within their respective territories. planned to open later in 2023.

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High Hopes on 4/20: The Current Status of Cannabis Laws in Texas

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

In recent years, most major cities in Texas have launched programs and adopted policies that reduce, or even eliminate, penalties for the possession of cannabis. [ii] iv] Texas State Law Library – Cannabis and the Law – [link]. [v] 2 – 3 (2023). Code § 169.001 et seq. [vi] vi] [link] [vii] Tex. viii] Id. [ix]

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OLCC Task Force Develops Legislative Proposals For 2023 on Water Rights, Cannabinoids, and Illegal Production

Cannabis Law Report

An Oregon legislative task force established pursuant to HB 3000 (2021) and SB 1564 (2022) is developing policy proposals for 2023 relating to intoxicating cannabinoid products, illegal cannabis production, and water rights issues. The bill also created new crimes for individuals who haul water to illicit marijuana grows.

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Minnesota’s New Recreational Cannabis Law Results in First-Of-Its-Kind Drug Testing Scheme

The Blunt Truth

Starting August 1, 2023, Minnesota will provide protections to individuals who use cannabis for recreational purposes, after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a state law allowing adults 21 and older to use recreational cannabis. The new law amends the state’s Consumable Products Act to protect off-duty cannabis use.

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The Latest in Multi-Jurisdictional Marijuana Compliance

Cannabis Law Report

Notably, the law contains many employer-friendly provisions, and does not require health insurers to pay for medical marijuana, require employers to permit or accommodate medical marijuana use, prohibit drug-testing programs, or prohibit employers from refusing to hire applicants who use medical marijuana.

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Connecticut Joining Its Neighbors To Fully Legalize Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

The Marijuana Policy Project played a leading role in the fight to reform Connecticut ’s cannabis laws. Connecticut is on the cusp of becoming the latest state to legalize cannabis. This year has shown us that state legislatures are capable of rising to the challenge to end cannabis prohibition. MPP noted that S.B.

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McGuire Woods – Canada & North America – In the Weeds: CDC on Hired Drivers Using Cannabis, Ordering by App in Ontario and Delta-8 Testing

Cannabis Law Report

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published workplace guidance for creating marijuana policies and drug testing procedures for employed drivers, including education for drivers on marijuana’s effects on safe driving. 1, 2023, under the new law. Standardized methods must be implemented on or before Jan.