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Washington State Eliminates Medical Cannabis Taxation

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In November 2012, Washington voters approved the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational cannabis within Washington state under what is known as Initiative 502 (“I-502”). Cannabis sales in Washington state are currently taxed at a rate of 37%, in addition to the general state and local sales and use taxes.

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Report: Gen Z Would Rather Smoke Cannabis Than Consume Alcohol

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Cannabis use is increasing all around the world. These surveys explore the motivations and methods behind cannabis usage for both medical purposes and recreational enjoyment. In this piece, we aim to delve into the use of cannabis among Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) for purposes of happiness, healing, and relief.

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Positive Cannabis Drug Tests in the Workplace at the Highest in 25 years

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are increasingly relaxing their cannabis laws, it’s no surprise that the drug’s consumption has grown , especially among American workers. Also, the medical use of cannabis is legal in more than 36 states. But has this led to more positive cannabis drug tests? But has this led to more positive cannabis drug tests?

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Is There a Difference Between Recreational and Medical Cannabis?

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It wasn’t until 2012 that Washington State and Colorado introduced America’s first legal recreational cannabis bills. Prior to this, the only cannabis available legally in North America was medical marijuana. appeared first on Legalize it. We Think So.

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NBC Story: High potency weed linked to psychotic episodes, mysterious vomiting illness in young users

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Bo Gribbon, 20, went to the ER 11 times in 9 months for a condition that caused bouts of nonstop vomiting and screaming. Medical professionals told him it was from chronic cannabis use but he didn’t believe it until stopping cannabis finally made the vomiting stop. Robin Noble.

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Relieve the Excruciating Symptoms of IBD and IBS with Medical Cannabis

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Cannabis has been identified as an effective alternative treatment for some gastrointestinal disorders…but does that include IBD and IBS? . Ulcerative Colitis is a condition that causes long-lasting inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the innermost lining of the individual’s large intestine and rectum. What is IBD?

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Are Cannabis Users 22% More Likely to Need Emergency Care?

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Cannabis’ impact on health is a subject area rife with misunderstanding and controversy. Recently, a study found that cannabis users are more likely to end up needing emergency care, claiming that “cannabis use is not as benign and safe as some might think.” Cannabis Consumers at the Hospital .