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Statements by Justice Clarence Thomas Are Not an Endorsement of Marijuana

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federal law. Thirty-six states now permit medical marijuana, and 18 states provide laws for adult-use (recreational) cannabis. But federal tax law does not allow marijuana businesses to deduct their business expenses. Colorado has legalized medical and recreational use of marijuana with soaring success.

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Jason Straw: Medical Cannabis Policy, ISNA 2020 Conference

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PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Now, he is the Vice-Chair of Indiana NORML — an organization who is currently focused on changing cannabis laws for the access to Medical Cannabis as therapeutic treatment in Indiana. If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. AUTHOR: Heather Allman.

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Article – Faegre Baker Daniels: Key Considerations for U.K. Investment in the Legal Cannabis Industry Abroad

Cannabis Law Report

Law Commission published a report, “Anti-money laundering: the SARs regime”, highlighting the need for guidance on transactions involving the legal cannabis industry in Canada and elsewhere. cannabis is illegal for recreational use and is classified as a Class B drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. On 18 June 2019, the U.K.

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Lighting Up Florida Medical Marijuana People: The Crusaders, Part 7

Cannabis Law Report

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. cannabis climate requires brave, willing participants to maneuver carefully in accordance with the medical marijuana rules of engagement for each respective state. Even when two legal states share a border, as Washington and Oregon do, carrying weed across state lines runs afoul of federal law.

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Understanding the Background of Medical Marijuana Laws in Los Angeles

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Medicinal cannabis has been available in the State of California for many years, but now recreational use is beginning to thrive as well. The best quality cannabis seeds are available from across the world without any laws prohibiting the use. Supreme Court Ruling of 2005 – Federal Prosecution Possible. Legalization 2018.

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Alliance for Sensible Markets Calls On CA, OR, CO & WA To Join Interstate Compact For Cannabis Trade

Cannabis Law Report

State legal cannabis industries operate today in direct violation of federal law. Nor do they escape federal jurisdiction under the Commerce Clause by virtue of being state-siloed. Raich 545 US 1 (2005). And: “It’s probably not a good use of our resources where (cannabis) is regulated by the state.”.