MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Efforts to promote equity in the cannabis industry include initiatives such as social equity programs and the expungement of past cannabis-related convictions, aiming to provide opportunities for inclusion and economic empowerment. This stimulates economic growth, as seen in increased business opportunities, investment, and consumer spending.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

The establishment of cultivation, processing, and dispensary facilities creates a diverse array of employment opportunities, spanning from agricultural roles to retail positions. Understanding these trends is vital for businesses to effectively meet consumer needs and stay competitive in the market.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 4, 2021

federal government has recognized hemp as a viable crop and taken measures to legalize it, each state has set its own specific laws and compliance measures around the plant. Things began to change in 2014 with the introduction of the Farm Bill , which legalized hemp research programs. Department of Agriculture. Although the U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 14, 2019

On December 3, 2019, four federal agencies, in consultation with state banking regulators, clarified the legal status of hemp growth and production under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) for banks 1 providing financial services to hemp-related businesses. state and federal regulation of marijuana. state and federal regulation of marijuana.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 18, 2024

Remarkably, LSU offers the comprehensive Cannabis Healthcare & Medicine Certificate —a tailor-made program catering to aspiring cannabis nurses. But it doesn’t end there, as LSU’s commitment extends far beyond that particular program. Their diverse educational initiatives cater to multiple facets of the cannabis industry.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 6, 2021

“The inaugural Hemp Grower Conference will be an opportunity for hemp industry stakeholders to come together to learn valuable market insights and discover grower-specific innovations and technology solutions that will bolster their businesses,” said Group Publisher Jim Gilbride. Louis Vega, Founder and CEO of ¡WEPA!

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

AUGUST 5, 2020

The new law creates a regulatory scheme for industrial hemp that should allow Michigan to obtain approval from the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) of its plan to administer an industrial hemp program under the 2018 Farm Bill. Thus, as of now, hemp processors continue to be regulated under IHRDA.

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NORML

MARCH 1, 2019

Denver, Colorado’s marijuana social use law is here to stay, as the city council voted this week to remove the “sunset” provision which made it a temporary four year program. Update: SB 440 was heard by the Senate Agriculture, Forestry & Economic Development Committee, but no action has been taken yet.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2019

Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried announced Monday a new Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee, which she says will collaborate with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to help improve the state’s medical marijuana policies. Here are the details care of Sunshine State News.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2021

The creation of this standalone cannabis department is part of a larger effort to improve access to licensure, simplify regulatory oversight and support California businesses. Compliance Division – Richard Parrott. Elliott was the Governor’s Senior Advisor on Cannabis at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

There are now separate (and slightly different) definitions for hemp generally under the California Health and Safety Code, and now under the Food and Agriculture Code relative just to hemp cultivation. Department of Agriculture by May 2020. California is required to submit a 2018 Farm Bill-compliant hemp production plan to the U.S.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 12, 2023

Other smaller changes also include the addition of the line, “The Department has the authority to adopt rules and policies prohibiting the use of pesticides during the flowering stage,” and “The Department of Agriculture may modify packaging requirements, including package warnings, by rule.”

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 23, 2019

Financial institutions that work with marijuana businesses must conduct due diligence to ensure that marijuana businesses are complying with state law. That has made it very difficult for many hemp and hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”) businesses to access bank accounts. That is changing.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The Seed to Sale software is designed to amplify operations and automate compliance to promote exponential levels of success, profits, and growth. Cross Communication: Send the data directly to specific states and regions to match the most up-to-date Metrc compliance standards. How Seed to Sale Works.

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NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

House of Representatives has for the first time included limited protections for cannabis businesses engaged in the legal marketplaces in 33 states. Update : SB 34 is scheduled for a hearing in the Assembly Business And Professions Committee on 6/11/2019 at 9:30am in the State Capitol, room 4202. CA resident? DE resident? Update : S.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 11, 2022

During the meeting, the CCB directed the OCM to post for public comment the proposed regulations for the conditional adult-use retail dispensary licenses to businesses run by owners disproportionately impacted by the criminalization of cannabis. Have experience owning and operating a qualifying business in the State of New York.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2022

Hemp has been effectively decriminalized at the federal level (through the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill), and cannabis generally has been legalized, regulated, or decriminalized in a growing number of state regimes, from medical-only programs to full recreational platforms. Regulatory Compliance and Licensure.

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Hemp Decriminalization Agriculture Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

HB4035 Put Forward by Representative Lively – This bill directs the OLCC, Oregon Health Authority, State Department of Agriculture and Governor’s office to develop a plan to address issues related to regulatory authority over marijuana. Ensure the efficacy of the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program.

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Legislation Agriculture Programs Hemp 58

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 14, 2022

Cannabis businesses that are ill-prepared for these regulatory requirements risk facing litigation, enforcement actions, fines or penalties, and negative publicity, while those taking a proactive approach to compliance may find opportunities to mitigate and even monetize those risks. Pesticide Misuse. Waste Management Issues.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 27, 2022

New York should change its marijuana tax plan and speed up the licensing process for new businesses, according to an influential trade group representing members of the state’s cannabis industry. This means that businesses, such as dispensaries, end up effectively paying up to 75% tax. 26) morning. Read more at . THE PRESS RELEASE.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

ENCINITAS — Following a battle with neighbors over the summer, a county agriculture department’s investigation found that a former Encinitas hemp farm was using an unregistered pesticide in violation of state codes but could not establish a nexus between the farm’s operations and neighbors’ reported illnesses. Coast News reports.

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Hemp Research and Development Agriculture Compliance 59

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

The House Financial Services subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions held a hearing Wednesday to address the lack of access to basic banking services by state-legal marijuana businesses. Meanwhile, The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment killed SB 1335. HI resident? MO resident? SD resident?

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NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Department of Agriculture held a hemp listening session this week as regulators work to establish rules and regulations for production. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of compassionate care programs. Update : SB 1352 was heard and unanimously approved by the House Committee on Agriculture on 3/13. AR resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 24, 2022

Hemp has been effectively decriminalized at the federal level (through the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill), and cannabis generally has been legalized, regulated, or decriminalized in a growing number of state regimes, from medical-only programs to full recreational platforms. Regulatory Compliance and Licensure.

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Hemp Decriminalization Agriculture Compliance 52

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 26, 2019

A few weeks ago, we addressed the need for hemp sellers and purchaser to enter into agricultural production agreements (“APAs”), and in doing so, avoid unnecessary litigation. grower and/or processor), provide a copy of its license registration with the state department of agriculture in which the hemp is grown and/or processed.

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Hemp Agriculture Compliance Compliance 63

Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

On November 20th, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (“WSDA”) released the hemp cultivation plan (the “Plan”) that it intends to submit to the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) along with a corresponding set of hemp regulations (“Hemp Rules”). This post will provide an overview of Washington’s hemp plan.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 7, 2019

The United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) is ramping up its rulemaking process pursuant to the Agriculture Act of 2018 (the “2018 Farm Bill”). The 2018 Farm Bill clarifies and affirms that hemp is to be treated as an agricultural commodity, rather than as a controlled substance. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. .

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Senate Bill 1003 / House Bill 2273 to amend the state’s existing industrial hemp law to be in compliance with the new federal hemp regulations. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 8, as well as Senate Bill 598, to amend the state’s existing industrial hemp law to be in compliance with the new federal hemp regulations.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 176

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

This week, a bipartisan coalition of more than 100 co-sponsors has reintroduced legislation in Congress, The Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act (SAFE Banking Act), HR 1595, to allow state-licensed marijuana-related businesses to engage freely in relationships with banks and other financial institutions. AR resident? Update : H.333

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Due to the federal illegality of cannabis, cannabis businesses don’t receive normal treatment from the federal government (with maybe one or two exceptions, like the NLRB and the 2014 FinCEN guidance for access to financial institutions). Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) protocols and regulations.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2022

For the first year since program launch, regulated cannabis sales fell in the state. Also, existing operators will be shielded for the foreseeable future from an increase in the number of competing, local businesses (more on that below). Quite a few businesses are struggling and others have failed.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 28, 2022

Fortunately, Clark Hill’s Environmental, Energy and Natural Resources (EENR) Business Unit/Practice has a depth of experience on these matters, and many more relevant matters. The EENR Business Unit has been recognized as a leading practice in this area for several years now, amongst AmLaw rated firms.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2022

Bush’s national drug control strategy, Congress passed legislation to require schools, colleges and universities to implement and enforce drug and alcohol prevention programs and policies as a condition of eligibility to receive federal funds and assistance. There also exist certain requirements to demonstrate compliance with the Regulations.

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Research and Development Education Programs Policy 52

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

Back in September 2018, I wrote about how important it was for hemp businesses to carefully plan the routes they would use to ship hemp and hemp products, including hemp-derived CBD. However, that is not necessarily the case and businesses who hang their hat on section 10114 do so at their own risk.

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Hemp Agriculture Cultivation Business 81

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

On February 20, 2020, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) released its proposed regulations for the Cannabis Appellations Program, something that many cultivators have been anticipating since the inception of the Medicinal and Adult Use Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA). of this chapter.”. “For

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2019

percent limit are permitted to be mailed only when: The mailer complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws (such as the Agricultural Act of 2014 and the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018) pertaining to hemp production, processing, distribution, and sales; and. June 13, 2019. You can contact us by clicking here.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 5, 2021

“The inaugural Hemp Grower Conference will be an opportunity for hemp industry stakeholders to come together to learn valuable market insights and discover grower-specific innovations and technology solutions that will bolster their businesses,” said Group Publisher Jim Gilbride. Louis Vega, Founder and CEO of ¡WEPA!

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