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Why Dr. Sue Sisley Sued the DEA for Stonewalling Cannabis Research

NORML

We also spoke with her attorneys, who explained why they believed the DEA broke the law by holding up long-promised medical marijuana research licenses. It’s been nearly three years since the DEA announced its revolutionary cultivator program. Dr. Sue Sisley. Later that night, everyone celebrated at a hotel bar.

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DEA Expands Research Opportunities for Scientists Studying Cannabis

NewsMunchies

This action by the DEA means researchers will be able to study marijuana from more than one grower. To the extent these MOAs are finalized, DEA anticipates issuing DEA registrations to these manufacturers. million for Ole Miss to grow so it can be doled out in grams to scientists. Rate this blog post.

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DEA Now Allowing Growers To Produce Marijuana For Research

Cannabis Law Report

Drug Enforcement Agency’s approach, the DEA has notified marijuana grower applicants that they soon will be able to register as authorized entities to produce marijuana for research purposes. Prior to this announcement, there was only one DEA-approved supplier of cannabis for research purposes in the entire country.

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DEA Will Begin Granting Marijuana Cultivation Licenses

SpeedWeed

The Drug Enforcement Administration made a milestone announcement earlier this month with the news that the DEA will begin granting marijuana cultivation licenses to various third-party applicants, significantly expanding medical and scientific cannabis research in the United States.

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The DEA Would Rather Burn 3 Tons of Illicit Substances a Day Than Use it for Research

Veriheal

If you answered yes to these two questions, then the DEA might have the job for you. The DEA is seeking a contractor that has the ability to destroy illegal drugs without leaving detectable levels behind. .” The DEA Says That This isn’t a Job Announcement . What about the bird’s man? Requirements of the Role.

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From DEA to Legal Cannabis: Charles Feldmann Weighs In

CannaTech

As a Marine Corps federal prosecutor, DEA Drug Task Force Commander and state narcotics prosecutor, Charles spent many years engaged in the War on Drugs. A Former DEA Prosecutor’s Journey into the Global Cannabis Industry. Please check here to find the right sponsorship package for your company. Charles Feldmann, Esq.

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Weekly Cannabis Roundup October 22

Veriheal

Bank of America Closes Account of DEA-Approved Cannabis Researcher. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in May to be a federally authorized cultivator of research-grade cannabis. Senate committee revealed a package of spending bills on Monday that would legalize recreational cannabis sales in Washington, D.C. if enacted.

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