State Policy Weekly Update 5/24/2023
NORML
MAY 24, 2023
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NORML
MAY 24, 2023
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Veriheal
MARCH 21, 2023
Las Vegas has had a zero-tolerance policy for cannabis for decades. ” Nevada, aka the Silver State, just announced a silver lining to cannabis consumption: Las Vegas will allow cannabis lounges. ” Nevada, aka the Silver State, just announced a silver lining to cannabis consumption: Las Vegas will allow cannabis lounges.
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NORML
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Highlights include: AZ, CO, GA, KS, ME, MD, NH, NM, RI, TX, VT, VA, and WV The post State Policy Weekly Update 2/14/2023 appeared first on NORML.
Veriheal
JUNE 28, 2022
South Dakota still has harsh penalties surrounding cannabis consumption, and its newly instated medical cannabis program remains heavily restricted. Voters legalized medical cannabis in South Dakota via ballot initiative on November 3rd, 2020. These policies have generally made it an unfriendly place for cannabis consumers.
Veriheal
DECEMBER 14, 2021
In accordance with this, a new study found that states with legal cannabis markets have been less likely to experience incidences of EVALI, suggesting that properly regulated vape pens are not the problem. The report noted that the states with legalized recreational cannabis “fell into the lower two quintiles for EVALI prevalence.”
Veriheal
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Wisconsin Lawmakers Push For Legalization A pair of Wisconsin lawmakers introduced a bill to legalize recreational cannabis. Notably, the bill also calls for the legalization of consumption lounges. Despite legalization’s overwhelming popularity in the state, the bill’s passing is not a sure thing. Irwin says.
The Cannigma
JUNE 12, 2022
Recreational: not legal, possession decriminalized Medical: legal. Recreational cannabis is not legal in Ukraine, but possession of up to 5 grams is decriminalized and there is a limited, but expanding, medical program. Cultivation and sale of cannabis plants are illegal in Ukraine. The post Is weed legal in Ukraine?
Canna Law Blog
MAY 9, 2023
Delaware has joined the ranks of jurisdictions with legal adult-use marijuana, with the recent enactment of two bills by the state’s legislature. For its part, House Bill 2 (HB 2) establishes a legal marijuana industry. John Carney, also a Democrat, and a vocal opponent of adult-use legalization.
NORML
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
A complex and comprehensive plan laid out in over 200 pages of legislative text, the CRTA would implement one of the most tightly regulated, highly taxed and heavily controlled legal cannabis markets in the world. It also creates on-site consumption licenses for retail facilities to apply for.
NORML
JANUARY 7, 2019
Since the passage of Proposition 1 , officially known as the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act , which legalized the sale, possession, consumption and cultivation of marijuana for adults 21 and up last November, members of Michigan NORML have encountered a new challenge: municipal opt-out.
MMJ Recs
MARCH 23, 2024
Health Effects of Cannabis Legalization in Michigan The health effects of cannabis legalization in Michigan encompass both potential benefits and risks for residents. Legalization may offer expanded access to medical cannabis for patients suffering from various conditions, providing alternative treatment options and symptom relief.
Veriheal
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Uber Eats announced its partnership with Leafly, Germany’s cannabis legalization plans leaked, and the White House drug czar said cannabis should be rescheduled. Germany’s Cannabis Legalization Plans Leak. Earlier this week, the details of Germany’s long-awaited cannabis legalization plan leaked !
MassRoots
JANUARY 5, 2019
Making history as the first country in Southeast Asia to do so, Thailand legalized medical cannabis on December 24, 2018. This came as a surprise to some considering that Thailand has a reputation for having notoriously harsh laws regarding the use, cultivation, production and transportation of any drugs.
MMJ Recs
MARCH 16, 2024
Overview of the Medical Marijuana Industry The medical marijuana industry has experienced significant growth and evolution in recent years, fueled by shifting attitudes, changing regulations, and expanding legalization efforts across various jurisdictions.
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
A legislative committee voted vigorously in opposition to medical cannabis legalization in North Carolina six years ago, but things have changed a lot since then. In a groundbreaking moment on Tuesday, August 24, North Carolina Senate committee voted in approval of a revised bill to legalize medical cannabis statewide.
Veriheal
DECEMBER 29, 2021
Among the new and the soon-to-be-changing is the fact that the new government has pledged to legalize cannabis. During weeks of meetings, the coalition had reached an agreement on legalizing the sale of recreational cannabis in licensed shops. . The new coalition was sworn in just in time for Christmas and is already spreading cheer.
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 28, 2021
Massachusetts lawmakers on Tuesday heard testimony about a bill to create a task force charged with studying the implications of legalizing psychedelics like psilocybin and ayahuasca. Massachusetts Lawmakers Discuss Bill To Create Psychedelics Legalization Task Force At Hearing. Marijuana Moment reports. Mike Connolly (D).
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 18, 2021
Connecticu t’s legalization efforts looked all but certain to fail at the beginning of the week, but now it’s headed to the governor’s desk to be signed into law. In the state’s recent special session, the Senate approved a full legalization bill by a vote of 19-12. Sales could begin in May 2022. Governor Stands Firm.
Veriheal
JANUARY 11, 2022
Cannabis should be legalized, regulated, and taxed like many other profitable commodities in South Dakota, according to the state legislature. Kristi Noem’s current approach to cannabis legalization. A group of lawmakers who’ve spent the last few months investigating cannabis policy made the comments during a recent meeting.
CannaMD
MARCH 19, 2020
To that, end we’ve organized official policies – including delivery details and more – for all Florida dispensaries , below. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of our facilities and dispensaries and have an ongoing Safety Policy Plan to assure sanitary production facilities. Hand sanitizing stations.
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 22, 2021
Governor Ned Lamont (D) signed legislation today, Senate Bill 1201 , legalizing the adult use of marijuana and regulating its commercial production and sale. Under the law, which takes effect on July 1, adults ages 21 and older may legally possess up to 1.5 Connecticut Home Grow. We believe the legislation signed by Gov.
Veriheal
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Nations across the globe are beginning to recognize the dangers of restrictive drug policies—aka the “war on drugs.” ” Colombia and Mexico recently came together for an international conference focused on “redesigning and rethinking drug policy” given the “failure” of prohibition.
The Cannigma
OCTOBER 14, 2021
Medical: legal Recreational: illegal. Recreational marijuana is illegal in Sweden, where strict, even “ repressive ” drug policies belie the country’s progressive image. Sweden legalized medical marijuana in 2012 but the program is highly restrictive and the Scandinavian country has yet to legalize recreational marijuana.
The Cannigma
MAY 19, 2021
Medical : Illegal Recreational : Illegal *CBD products are legal in Japan, as long as they contain no THC whatsoever and are not made from cannabis flower. Japan has some of the harshest drug policies on Earth, including for cannabis — and is one of the worst places on Earth to get arrested on marijuana possession charges.
Veriheal
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Let’s take a look at how businesses are parting ways with traditional “cannabis tests” as well as how legal access leads to fair employment opportunities for consumers alike. Legal Landscape of Cannabis Public opinion has resulted in significant changes in cannabis laws in the United States.
Veriheal
OCTOBER 21, 2020
The land can’t take it anymore”, without explaining more than the resource consumption (lights and water) contributing to carbon emissions. Insufficient regulations or/and policies managing land-use and preventing deforestation. . The post A Double Edged Sword: Is Cannabis Cultivation Helping or Destroying our Planet?
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Consumption Lounge Will Complement Newest Retail Location in Central California and Feature Cookies’ Line of Top-Shelf Cannabis Products. consumption lounge in Coalinga, a city in Fresno County. Access to the consumption lounge requires an online reservation. COALINGA, Calif.–(BUSINESS with Berner in attendance.
The Cannigma
MAY 18, 2023
Traditionally, the consumption of cannabis in the form of bhang, a cannabis-infused beverage, was considered sacred and widely accepted in India and surrounding countries. Possession, consumption, cultivation, or sale of cannabis is considered a criminal offense under the Narcotics Drugs Control Act. Is CBD legal in Nepal?
Veriheal
APRIL 30, 2021
Opponents of cannabis legalization like to point out the environmental impacts of cannabis cultivation and cannabis legalization. They note how much waste is created by cannabis packaging, as well as the effects of increased energy rates and runoff from nutrients and chemicals used in cannabis cultivation.
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 22, 2020
If the Cannabis Law passes in the Lower Chamber we expect it to be published in tandem with the Medical Regulations discussed below, thereby legalizing the whole cannabis market for all uses in a single coup in Mexico. The Cannabis Law regulates recreational and industrial (hemp) use.
The Cannigma
MAY 24, 2023
The possession, use, and cultivation of cannabis are strictly prohibited, and offenders can face severe legal consequences. Is weed legal in Saudi Arabia? The country has a zero-tolerance policy towards cannabis, and its possession, sale, and consumption are considered criminal offenses.
Veriheal
APRIL 1, 2022
The German federal government may only have legalized cannabis for medical purposes back in 2017, but the market has already earned enough appeal for big-name players to get involved. Now, as the country contemplates adult-use cannabis legalization , all eyes are on Deutschland. Numerous U.S.
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 1, 2019
This is Cheech and Chong policy: Eliminating the black market will be impossible because while unlicensed cannabis cultivation is illegal in Canada, possession and consumption is entirely legal. Diane Francis: CannTrust is the fruit of a reckless, rushed Liberal cannabis policy. Read on at.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 20, 2022
Words like marijuana, hemp, and THC can often easily determine whether CBD oil or another product is legally available for consumption and purchase. In this article, we will talk about the different types of cannabis, what makes a cannabis product legal and where CBD is legal. What Makes CBD Legal? in the EU.
The Cannigma
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Medical: Legal Recreational: Decriminalized. Norway has not legalized recreational cannabis but typically possession of less than 15 grams is punished with a simple fine. Furthermore, in 2017 the Norwegian parliament voted in favor of a measure to decriminalize drug use, shifting the focus of drug policies towards treatment.
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 9, 2022
A new campaign launched on Monday seeks to legalize cannabis for adult use in Florida. I mean, in effect we are at our core about expanding the opportunity for access to safe legal product, which is what this would allow us to continue to do.” — Rivers to the News Service of Florida via WJCT . Ganjapreneur report.
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 18, 2021
As we previously reported , on February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three separate cannabis reform bills into law ( NJ A21 , NJ A 1897 , and NJ A5342/NJ S3454 ), formally legalizing the use and possession of recreational marijuana in the Garden State. Other jurisdictions are catching up to the marijuana law frenzy.
SpeedWeed
JULY 21, 2021
The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. Reflecting on Lessons Learned.
The Cannigma
DECEMBER 9, 2022
It is illegal to possess, sell, or cultivate cannabis for recreational or medical use in Qatar. Qatar has a zero-tolerance policy for drugs, and cannabis is no exception. Possession, public consumption, and growing are all crimes that have steep punishments. CBD is not legal in Qatar. Medical marijuana in Qatar.
WeedAdvisor
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
After all, it was the only province in which the majority of its population was against marijuana legalization. Since its inception, legalization in Quebec was under constant attack, first with their desire to increase the legal age from 18 to 21, followed by an arbitrary ban on topicals (in addition to any products appealing to children).
MMJ Recs
MARCH 14, 2024
Upon approval, patients receive their medical marijuana card, granting them legal access to dispensaries across the state. Furthermore, it sets forth guidelines for licensed dispensaries, ensuring safe and legal access to medical marijuana products.
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 25, 2021
The actions are against self-cultivators , who are also harmed with judicial decisions that contravene the provisions of the Cannabis Regulation and Control Law (19,172). The coordinator is made up of self-cultivators, cannabis clubs, patient and family associations, companies, pharmacy purchasers, researchers, and social organizations.
NORML
AUGUST 26, 2019
The American South has been one of the toughest (weed) cookies to crack when it comes to marijuana reform, despite legalization’s wildfire spread over the past half-decade. To be fair, Democrats didn’t mention weed legalization on their party’s official platform until 2016.). They managed to hold on to that.
The Cannigma
MAY 29, 2023
Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Cannabis laws in Nicaragua reflect a strict stance on its possession, use, and cultivation. The country has adopted a zero-tolerance policy towards cannabis, and offenders can face severe legal consequences. Is weed legal in Nicaragua?
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