The Cannigma

JULY 18, 2025

Over time, advocates for medical cannabis reform successfully established regulated systems that prioritized patient access and well-being (The Guardian, 2018; American Journal of Managed Care [AJMC], 2022). Dispensaries now prioritize high-THC offerings such as flowers, edibles, concentrates, and vapes to cater to recreational users.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2020

The laws surrounding both recreational and medical marijuana (MMJ) are constantly changing. Because of this perpetual flux, many people are often left wondering, “Can a state recriminalize recreational marijuana?” Keep reading for more information about the laws surrounding recreational marijuana. California. Massachusetts.

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NORML

AUGUST 20, 2019

The agency’s 2018 report finds that past-year marijuana use by those ages 12 to 17 has fallen consistently since 2002, from 15.8 Since 2012, when Colorado and Washington became the first states to regulate adult use access, past-year youth use has fallen eight percent. percent to 12.5

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Lawmakers are looking at ways to increase the state’s revenue, and to no surprise, some suggest legalizing recreational cannabis. Tom Wolf is one of those lawmakers who is pushing for the legalization of recreational cannabis. Medical marijuana was legalized in Pennsylvania back in 2016 and went into effect in 2018.

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NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

Thousands of state-licensed and regulated businesses lack access to the banking industry and are unable to accept credit cards, deposit revenues, or write checks to meet payroll or pay taxes because federal law discourages financial institutions from engaging in such partnerships. With 97.7% of the U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 5, 2019

The PDF of the report can be accessed and downloaded at. Report of the International Narcotics Control Board for 2018. c and “recreational” use: risks and bene?ts. Special-access schemes for medicinal cannabinoids . Here’s the TOC. Foreword by the INCB President . Contents . Explanatory Notes.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Though cannabis is becoming increasingly legal across the nation, both for recreational and medical purposes, there’s no sign that the US government intends to legalize cannabis on the federal level. The post FDA Expands Epidiolex Access for Those with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex appeared first on Cannabis Central.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 24, 2019

California established the Medical Marijuana Program (MMP) through Senate Bill 420 (Vasconcellos, 2003) which increased access to medical cannabis for qualifed patients and primary caregivers and provided protections from prosecution for the possession and cultivation of medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

Researchers studying the efficacy of marijuana treatments for veterans’ mental health now have access to $20 million in marijuana tax revenue to fund clinical trials. Veteran suicides made up about 14% of total suicides in America in 2018, according to the U.S. The deadline for proposals is Friday, July 16. Between Dec. Read more at.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 11, 2020

And for good reason: the recreational market is expanding. The international market is taking form and access to banking services is expanding. To briefly summarize, the 2018 Farm Bill defined hemp as “[t]he plant species Cannabis sativa L. percent dividing line in the 2018 Farm Bill. Hemp is legal.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Since the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill , which permits the distribution of hemp-derived products at the federal level, the popularity of delta-8, delta-9, and delta-10 products has surged. The use of delta-8 products is significantly higher in states without access to legal cannabis products, which led researchers to a few key conclusions.

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The Cannigma

OCTOBER 8, 2022

Medical: legal Recreational: legal, limited. Malta legalized medical cannabis in 2018 and created a limited recreational cannabis program in 2021. In 2018, the country legalized medical cannabis prescriptions for the plant. Patients can access the raw plant, but smokable versions are not included.

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The Cannigma

JULY 12, 2022

Medical: Legal, but limited Recreational: illegal Reciprocity: No. Alabama law does not allow the consumption, possession, or cultivation of marijuana for recreational purposes, but has approved the establishment of a medical marijuana program in February 2021. CBD is legal in Alabama under the 2018 federal farm bill.

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Cannabis Life Network

DECEMBER 25, 2019

Since recreational cannabis became legal in Canada in October 2018, access to marijuana has become a matter of waiting for the mail to arrive or visiting a licensed dispensary, but something’s still missing, says the […].

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MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Missouri voted to legalize medical marijuana in 2018. With legal MMJ proving to be so beneficial for the state of Missouri, a lot of people are now wondering: what is the situation with recreational MMJ in Missouri? Does Missouri have recreational MMJ dispensaries? Does Missouri Have Recreational Dispensaries?

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Apparently, the only convictions being cleared are those that occurred on or after December 6, 2018. This is also an opportunity to grow our workforce and expand access to job training and education for so many people.” The population in California as of 2018 was estimated to be at around 39.78 million people.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Does recreational cannabis legalization contribute to a spike in consumption? Enactment of recreational cannabis laws is often framed as an issue of social and racial justice,” noted Martins, who is also director of Columbia’s Substance Use Epidemiology Unit. Historically, regulation and criminalization of substances in the U.S.

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Veriheal

MARCH 23, 2023

Medical cannabis was legalized in the state of Missouri back in Nov 2018 with the passing of Amendment 2. A government website says, “ On November 6, 2018, 65% of Missouri voters passed Amendment 2, legalizing the medical use of marijuana for qualifying Missouri patients.”

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MMJ Recs

AUGUST 1, 2020

The accessibility of medical marijuana is an important issue for MMJ patients all over the country. In Oklahoma, accessibility has never been a problem since MMJ became legal in 2018. Since medical marijuana was legalized in Oklahoma in summer 2018, the OK MMJ industry has gone from strength to strength.

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Veriheal

MARCH 1, 2021

That doesn’t mean you can’t access a green state’s medical marijuana programs, though. Many places will either permit patients access to dispensaries and/or permit medical cannabis possession within a reasonable amount. There are basically two levels of legalized cannabis: medical and recreational. California. Connecticut.

Patients

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 11, 2022

A chain of medical marijuana dispensaries filed a lawsuit in Wayne County Circuit Court Wednesday challenging Detroit’s new recreational marijuana ordinance. The lawsuit brought by four House of Dank dispensaries — each operating under a unique name — said that wording violates the state’s 2018 recreational marijuana law.

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Project CBD

JULY 28, 2023

Dr. Scialdone is a founding member of the Cannabis Chemistry Subdivision of the American Chemical Society from which he received the 2018 CANN-CHAS Heidolph Award for Excellence in Cannabis Chemistry. Of course, the market for Δ8-THC and other recreational synthetics is only made possible by the ridiculousness of cannabis prohibition.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In 2018, the leaders of 19 Caribbean nations decided that they would “review marijuana’s current status with a view to reclassification” The leaders emphasized the importance of these cannabis legalization bills as a tool for social justice and economic gain. Recently, The Bahamas’ made good on that 2018 promise.

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Canna Care Docs

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Congratulations to New Jersey residents for voting to pass recreational marijuana! Furthermore, Governor Phil Murphy has indicated that although he hopes it will take less time, widespread recreational marijuana sales will not take place for at least a year. Ready to run out and buy some bud? Hold on one second…it’s not ready yet!

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Veriheal

JANUARY 25, 2021

Decriminalization and legalization of cannabis may be gaining ground but patients in certain countries are still struggling to access medical cannabis through the legal market. Swiss Info explains that the number of registered producers jumped from five in 2017 to around 630 in 2018. Making the Process to Get Medical Cannabis Easier.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

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. In 15 of those states, both medical and adult use (recreational) cannabis is legal. In New Mexico, a judge rules inmates must have access to medical cannabis.

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The Cannigma

JULY 24, 2022

Medical: Illegal Recreational: illegal Reciprocity: N/A. It expanded qualifying conditions and allowed patients to access select THC products through state-licensed dispensaries. In 2014, prior to federal CBD legalization, the governor signed Julian’s Law which created access to low-THC/ high-CBD oil for qualified patients.

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WeedAdvisor

JULY 17, 2019

As the stigma and laws around marijuana both relax, patient access to medical marijuana continues to broaden in many states. Grizzle explains: “Recreational cannabis use is prohibited in the Land of Enchantment, but Gov. This is indicative of some serious potential in a growing medical market and a potential recreational one.

Patients

Veriheal

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Wisconsin Lawmakers Push For Legalization A pair of Wisconsin lawmakers introduced a bill to legalize recreational cannabis. The bill also provides the framework for a recreational market and support for individuals booked on past cannabis charges. The lawmakers cite a 2018 study from the ACLU as the basis of their mission.

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Veriheal

MAY 4, 2021

Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation that officially legalized recreational cannabis for the state. When asked about recreational cannabis legalization Gov. .” As of 2018, New Mexico was ranked as the second poorest in the nation, with Mississippi taking first place. Recreational cannabis helps boost tourism.

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MedicalJane

MAY 21, 2020

On November 8, 2018, Missouri became the 31st state to legalize medical marijuana. Amendment 2, which became effective on December 6, 2018, legalizes marijuana for medical purposes, allows home growing, and imposes a 4% marijuana sales tax. million votes. million votes. Randal Williams, et al. The State claims no wrongdoing.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The cannabis industry in California has experienced exponential growth since the legalization of recreational marijuana in 2018. However, amidst the flourishing market, concerns have arisen regarding disparities in access and ownership, leading to social equity initiatives to rectify historical injustices.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Thailand was the first to update its narcotic laws to allow medical cannabis in 2018. Although recreational cannabis still has not been approved. In a press event, public health minister, Anutin Charnvirakul said that the ministry would promote medical cannabis to help people access treatment safely and within the law.

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WeedAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

As Illinois prepares to follow through with their recreational marijuana rollout, Marijuana Business Daily reports the state’s biggest increase in medical cannabis sales throughout the program’s history. In August, 2018, 44,000 registered patients. In October of 2018, the governor made it easier to access medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Ron DeSantis in the 2022 Florida governor’s race, recently announced he will push for legal recreational marijuana in Florida if elected. When he ran for governor, DeSantis opposed legal recreational marijuana in Florida, voicing concerns about the impact on teens in the state. Two of the largest states already have done so.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Beto O’Rourke, who secured the Democratic nomination for Texas governor on March 1, had all eyes on him as he made an almighty oath to legalize the plant for recreational purposes as part of his campaign. This is the third campaign O’Rourke has initiated since his 2018 bid for U.S. About O’Rourke.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Vermont has already introduced a potency cap for its looming recreational cannabis legalization market, with flower capped at 30% and THC and concentrates capped at 60%. Recreational Cannabis Sales in Vermont Set to Begin in May . For the time being, only registered medical cannabis patients can access legal cannabis.

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