Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 20, 2019

CCIA Policy Conference What’s Missing? – On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the California Cannabis Industry Association (“CCIA”) will host its 4th Annual Policy Conference in Sacramento, California. 2019 Policy Development & Legislation , moderated by Amy Jenkins, CCIA. Wendy Carrillo, Assembly, District 51; Hon.

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Project CBD

AUGUST 23, 2023

Solicited by a formal Congressional Request for Information (RFI) on ideas for how to regulate hemp-derived CBD, public feedback included a diverse range of perspectives from businesses, trade associations, and other stakeholders. 9 We cannot assume that these novel compounds are safe based on the safety profile of natural cannabinoids.

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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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Supply Chain Research and Development Marijuana Seed-To-Sale 105

MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Legalization presents an opportunity to address historical injustices associated with cannabis prohibition, particularly concerning marginalized communities disproportionately affected by past enforcement policies. This stimulates economic growth, as seen in increased business opportunities, investment, and consumer spending.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Historically, it has been difficult for cannabis-related businesses to access reliable financial services due to its illegal federal status. The SAFE Banking Act will provide state and federal protection to financial institutes providing services to cannabis-related businesses. CRO Financial Services: The SAFE Banking Act.

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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. Elliott was the Governor’s Senior Advisor on Cannabis at the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. Chief Deputy Director – Rasha Salama. .”

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NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. FL resident? NH resident? NH resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2021

Provide specialized legal advice on issues of substantial public policy concerns and impact to the Board. Demonstrated, lived or professional experience understanding issues of race, power, privilege and bias and the impact of these issues on systems and policy development. Law degree from an accredited law school.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

Here’s a breakdown of seven federal bills on the docket – plus one state measure – and a look at why they’re important to hemp farmers and business owners. CBD Product Safety and Standardization Act of 2021. Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act. Senate’s Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry. Hemp champion Sen.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

It also includes comprehensive restorative justice provisions, including grants, loans, and other funding programs for disadvantaged and minority businesses, record expungement, petitions for resentencing, and other measures intended to repair the decades of harm caused by the War on Drugs. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FDA.

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Hemp Law Seed-To-Sale Food 105

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

For the purposes of this post, we will discuss only the medicinal route of doing business. And the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for food related use cases. The table summarizes the compliance and requirements a business must comply with, to kick their medicinal hemp business off the ground.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2022

9:45-10:45 AM: Federal cannabis policy: Coalition views on state and federal roles in a future national marketplace. Andrew Freedman, Executive Director, Coalition for Cannabis Policy, Education, and Regulation. 11:00-12:00 PM: Interstate Commerce: Impacts on markets, licensing, and consumer safety. Cannabis Council.

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Policy Safety Seed-To-Sale Data 52

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cannabis compliance consulting firms Allay Consulting , iComply Cannabis , GMP Collective and TraceTrust today announced the formation of the Cannabis Compliance Alliance , a collaborative group created to put the cannabis industry on the same footing as mainstream business sectors. PORTLAND, Ore.–(BUSINESS

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 15, 2022

Dave Joyce (R-OH), Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) and Brian Mast (R-FL) are teaming up on what’s titled the Preparing Regulators Effectively for a Post-Prohibition Adult-Use Regulated Environment Act (PREPARE) Act—an incremental reform meant to inform comprehensive cannabis policy changes in the future. Department of Agriculture.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 16, 2019

A CCA can do everything a business corporation can do. A CCA is an incorporated agricultural cooperative owned by cannabis growers. CCAs were created by the Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”). As an agricultural cooperative, a CCA has an advantageous income tax filing status.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

SC has CBD, FL medical, CA adult-use; this bill allows these differences while protecting kids, vets, businesses and those w serious illness. It would end federal marijuana prohibition while taking specific steps to ensure that businesses in existing state markets can continue to operate unencumbered by changing federal rules.

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Dan Laughlin, a Republican from Erie, “prioritizes safety, community reinvestment, social and economic equity, agriculture, and creates vital tax revenue streams for the Commonwealth,” according to a statement from Street’s office. Pennsylvania Governor Supports Cannabis Policy Reform. The legislation from Democratic Sen.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The CBD brand FullSend claims Nelk has conducted an “enforcement program” to put it out of business by threatening it with litigation and demanding it stop selling and advertising its products under what FullSend claims is its own mark. to interfere with its business. USDA invests $20M in sustainable hemp agriculture research.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Here are the other main business and regulatory highlights as we see them: Role of the FDA and USDA. Note that on the TTB permit fee, for the first three years after the bill’s passage, cannot exceed $10,000 per permit (and fee waivers apply for certain kinds of businesses under the Small Business Act).

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 11, 2022

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. THC concentration threshold, but still contain enough THC per milligram to make the product intoxicating.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The membership subsequently met with the USDA’s new Hemp Work Group, and White House officials that serve the President on agriculture and drug control policy. Senators) who joined the group in a spirited, interactive discussion on hemp public policy. The national media took notice of some of the highlights: Rep. By Kyle Jaeger.

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Hemp Banking Legislation Policy 52

NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

2227) is bipartisan legislation that removes marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, thus decriminalizing the substance at the federal level and enabling states to set their own policies. Update : HB 1089 is scheduled for a public hearing in the House Business Affairs & Labor Committee at 1:30 on 2/19/2020 in Room LSB-A.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 3, 2020

Members of the SPD in Germany have adopted a cannabis policy platform that endorses decriminalization and calls for pilot program to study legal recreational use. He also released a criminal justice policy platform calling for decriminalizing cannabis possession and mass expungement of prior cannabis convictions.

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Law Decriminalization Agriculture Programs 59

Project CBD

APRIL 11, 2023

Department of Agriculture.” ” Several states have launched investigations into Curaleaf’s business practices that were highlighted in our article, including product safety and labor violations. . ” Curaleaf’s Complaint: Too Much Social Justice!

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

Companies looking for business opportunities involving CBD-infused food products are well advised to keep an eye out to new developments. Businesses interested in marketing CBD-infused food products on the EU should carefully consider these new developments and risks prior to offering their products.

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Food CBD Seed-To-Sale Data 98

SpeedWeed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Many cannabis companies are working to understand Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) trends so that they may mitigate risks and establish compliant policies at the enterprise level. Many cannabis companies seem to simply be too busy. ESG is in the headlines, but it is more than just a fad.

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Research and Development Supply Chain Policy Programs 52

CannaMD

APRIL 15, 2020

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) has issued marijuana policy guidance for lawmakers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, along with a statement regarding the designation of medical cannabis facilities as “essential.” NORML: COVID-19 Memo to Lawmakers.

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Policy Patients Dispensary Banking 55

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2019

In May 2019, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried announced that a newly-created and appointed Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee of 18 doctors, lawyers, patients, industry leaders, and advocates will be implemented in order to “advance and modernize policies” to move Florida into the future of medical marijuana.

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Marijuana Agriculture Research and Development Education 65

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 15, 2022

After an hour of debate, the House also adopted two amendments aimed at assuaging Republican concerns about impaired driving and workplace safety. Provide for reforms to the treatment of marijuana-related activities or convictions in federal immigration policy.

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Marijuana Banking Research and Development Legislation 52

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

This lack of research has made it challenging to create evidence-based policy around the legalization of marijuana and has contributed to political resistance to legalizing marijuana at the federal level. Disputes can arise when businesses are accused of violating these regulations or when they challenge the legality of certain regulations.

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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

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? IA resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

The purpose of SB 5372 is to allow Washington hemp companies to sell ingestible hemp products, like hemp-CBD, in other states that require certain safety standards. The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) will register hemp processors who elect apply for such registration. SB 5372 Section 2.)

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2022

Fagon is an experienced policy professional with a background in industrial hemp, cannabis, economic development and agriculture. He is also a third generation farmer, and has managed international agricultural development initiatives in several countries, including Jamaica, Sierra Leone, and Guatemala.

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NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Update : SB 34 is scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Committee on Business, Professions, and Economic Development on 4/1/2019. Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Update : HB 2173 was approved by the House Committee on Agriculture on 3/20. CA resident? HI resident? IL resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Hemp-derived CBD was legalized in 2018 under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, or Farm Bill. Product testing and sampling protocols are not uniform across the country, and scientific data supporting the safety and efficacy of these products is under-developed. Department of Agriculture. Is it worth the risk?

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State Laws Law CBD Food 59

NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

Update : The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will hold an executive session for HB 399 on 1/17 at 11am. The measure would require the Department of Health and Senior Services to prioritize licensing applications submitted by women and minority owned business applicants. NH resident? NY resident? New Mexico. MO resident?

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