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Cannabis laws in Belgium

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The country has a limited medical cannabis program that recognizes Sativex and CBD. While cannabis is not recreationally legal in Belgium, enforcement of the laws is lax. There are a number of cannabis social clubs throughout the country, some of which date back to 2006. Belgium medical cannabis program.

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California Awards $12 Million In Local Cannabis Equity Grants To Repair Drug War Harms

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California’s path to cannabis social equity: from arrests to advocacy Data from the California Department of Justice reveals that nearly half a million individuals were arrested on cannabis charges in the state between 2006 and 2015. Funds will go towards local programs offering technical support, regulatory compliance and assistance.

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Article: UC Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics – Psychedelics and the Law

Cannabis Law Report

Some exceptions have been made to allow the use of certain psychedelics in religious ceremonies, and some states and municipalities have deprioritized enforcement of laws prohibiting possession of plant and fungi-derived substances (see below). But these substances remain illegal under federal law. Where Laws Are Changing.

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Autism CARES Act Signed Into Law; Provides $1.8B in Funding for Autism Research and Services

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1058: The Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education, and Support ( CARES ) Act of 2019 , or the Autism CARES Act of 2019 , was signed into law by the President on Monday (9/30/2019). The CARES Act reauthorizes and expands the provisions earlier introduced in the Combating Autism Act of 2006.

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Prince Lobel Announces Andrew Schriever as a partner in Business Litigation & Cannabis In NY Office

Cannabis Law Report

Our New York team’s expansive knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, our firm’s vast experience providing a full range of legal services for cannabis clients, and Prince Lobel Strategic Advisors’ business advisory services, all make our firm a unique and compelling alternative for those seeking to navigate New York’s emerging cannabis market.

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California: Department of Cannabis Control Names Leadership Team

Cannabis Law Report

She worked for the Department of Public Health for 11 years, including as Staff Services Manager II for the Maternal Child Adolescent Health Division, Health Program Specialist I in the Center for Environmental Health, Associate Accounting Analyst with the Drinking Water Program and Associate Accounting Analyst in the Resource Management Section.

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South Dakota Cannabis Legalization Guide (Constitutional Amendment A and Measure 26)

Canna Law Blog

Leading up to the November 3 elections, Canna Law Blog has published a series of posts centered on each of these state ballot initiatives, and the current laws surrounding cannabis in each state. What are the current laws surrounding cannabis in South Dakota? Additionally, cannabis is not decriminalized.