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Women Paved the Way for Mexico’s Cannabis Legalization Movement, and Here’s How They Did It

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In the midst of this panorama, Mexico seemed to hover on the brink of its legalization age (the march took place nearly a month before senators asked for yet another delay to the cannabis regulation process.) Presidential candidate Patricia Mercado, 2006 (Image courtesy: Patricia Mercado).

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Metrc Grab Rhode Island Contract

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As the only track-and-trace company to have successfully taken over a government contract from another vendor, Metrc will replace the State’s current partner and implement its robust track-and-trace platform to help facilitate the Rhode Island Medical Cannabis Program’s data collection and regulatory oversight. and now Rhode Island.

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California: Department of Cannabis Control Names Leadership Team

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Legal Affairs Division – Tamara Colson. Chief among our goals is to simplify participation in the legal market by streamlining licensing and the regulatory framework. Collectively, these dedicated public servants bring extensive experience from the state and local level to the leadership team. General Counsel – Matthew Lee.

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Singapore: Tough laws, death penalty pivotal in keeping number of drug abusers low says prime minister Lee

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He pointed to Singapore’s “painful lesson” from Subutex, which was introduced in 2002 as a legal prescription to treat opioid addiction. Subutex was subsequently listed as a controlled drug in 2006, with CNB mounting operations to wipe the drug out from the streets.

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Cannabis and banking vets launch credit card for dispensaries

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Most consumer cannabis transactions are done in cash, legal or not. Retailers can reduce the amount of money on-site, and collect more data about their customers who are no longer cash transactions. ” The amount of cash used in legal cannabis transactions is staggering, and money laundering is always a concern by regulators.

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New Brunswick Ramping Up to Sell Cannabis Edibles

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With edible legalization just months away, the race is on to capitalize on the market. While she waits for the green light to start her side hustle, the bakery owner offers cooking classes, teaching adults how to make their own edibles – the only legal way to possess edibles. A Door to Seniors. .

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

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investors in cannabis-related entities, where the activity is legal in its jurisdiction but not legal in the U.K., That said, the legal position is not clear cut. investment community as to the boundaries of legal risk and compliance. Legal Status of Cannabis in the U.K., There is very little guidance for U.K.