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Nevada Approves Cannabis Consumption Lounges

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Las Vegas has had a zero-tolerance policy for cannabis for decades. Recently, Judge Joe Hardy, a Clark County district judge, ruled that the Nevada Board of Pharmacy classification of cannabis as a Schedule I substance violated the State Constitution , saying the “agency exceeded its authority.”

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What’s the deal with cannabis consumption lounges?

The Cannigma

Just like the prohibition years of alcohol, it used to be that cannabis could be legally consumed only behind closed doors, down dank alleys, and in dark underground speakeasies. While cannabis is swiftly gaining in popularity, public prohibitions on use have derailed efforts to “normalize” and elevate cannabis as an alcohol alternative.

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These 4 States Stand a Good Chance at Legalizing Recreational Cannabis in 2023

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states — Minnesota, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania — stand a good chance at legalizing recreational cannabis this year. However, the use and possession of cannabis remain illegal under federal law for any purpose as per the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 (CSA) , which classifies cannabis as a Schedule I substance.

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New California Laws Will Protect Employees Who Use Cannabis

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In 1996, they were the first state to legalize medical marijuana, followed by the legalization of recreational cannabis in 2016. Despite California laws, employees have still been at risk of discrimination for using cannabis in their off-hours. Employers are also forbidden from asking about prior cannabis use.

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Nevada: World Leader in Cannabis

Cannabis Life Network

Is Nevada a world leader in cannabis? Although handicapped by a federal government with no right to criminalize cannabis, The Silver State is lightyears ahead of the competition. They legalized medical cannabis way back in 2001. Recreational legalization came in 2016.

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Global Legal Cannabis Markets Analysis 2021-2028 by Sources (Marijuana, Hemp), End-use (Recreational, Medical), Derivatives (CBD, THC) – ResearchAndMarkets.com

Cannabis Law Report

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Global Legal Cannabis Market 2021-2028” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global legal cannabis market size is expected to reach USD 91.5 have gone a step further and legalized the recreational use of cannabis.

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Montana Legalizes Recreational Cannabis – But When Can Users Get It?

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Montana’s House Bill 701 has been signed into law by Governor Greg Gianforte, making Big Sky Country the 16th state to legalize cannabis for recreational adult consumption. Cannabis legislation has been contentious in Montana long preceding Initiative 190. Lows Have Come With Every High in Montana.