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DEA Promises Progress on Federal Cultivation Applications, But Provides No Timetable for Action

NORML

In 2016, the DEA similarly announced the adoption of new rules to expand to supply of research-grade cannabis, but failed to take any further action. Further, the University only provides scientists with the option to access herbal cigarette formulations of the plant, not concentrates, edibles, or extracts.

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Bipartisan Bill To Protect Employment Rights

NORML

Medical marijuana is currently legal in 31 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and Guam, and 46 states have some form of medical marijuana law ; however, it remains illegal under federal law.

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Lanham Act Preemption of State Law Where Cannabis Trademarks Are At Issue

Cannabis Law Report

The United States Patent and Trademark Office has routinely denied registration of trademarks for products whose use violates federal law. The Board has explained that even if the goods are lawful under state law that is “irrelevant to the question of federal registration when it is unlawful under federal law.”.

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Cannabis retailer scores key zoning victories in Massachusetts high court

Cannabis Law Report

With marijuana now completely legal in 17 states and medical marijuana permitted in 19 others, the question of how far local regulation can go is becoming a hot topic nationwide.

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Pot in the can: Why can’t inmates get medical marijuana?

The Cannigma

A United Kingdom police chief proposed a novel idea this January: Allow drug-dependent inmates access to free cannabis to help them overcome opioid addiction. While there may be common sense to such a proposal, it would border on science fiction in the United States. Access to cannabis for people on parole and probation.

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Louisiana Expands State Medical Marijuana Program

MassRoots

The state’s medical marijuana program has been criticized for being too limited and too restrictive since the program was established in 2016, but the three laws that went into effect on Saturday aim to improve the situation.

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The Complete Guide To How To Access MMJ In California

MMJ Recs

With a progressive stance towards cannabis use, the Golden State has established a comprehensive framework for those seeking access to medical marijuana. Wondering how to access MMJ in California? In 2016, the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA) was introduced to regulate the industry further.

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