Canna Law Blog

MARCH 14, 2020

Although the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp, the production of the plant and its derivatives – or certain aspects of it – remain prohibited in some states. As a result, many stakeholders are contemplating the idea of using synthetic CBD over its naturally derived counterpart.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

s Office’s 2018 en masse dismissal of 3,042 cases after the enactment of its “ Decline-to-Prosecute ” policy for marijuana possession and smoking. In 2018, the D.A.’s That undermines public safety. Today’s motion follows the D.A.’s 1), a class B misdemeanor, or PL 221.05, a violation.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

In December 2018, the Attorney General filed an Administrative Complaint against Dr. Anthony Anzalone, who advertised as “NJGreenMD,” alleging that he had failed, over multiple years, to comply with the rules of New Jersey’s Medicinal Marijuana Program.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Americans for Safe Access (ASA), a medical patient advocacy group, has an annual report on the proficiency of states’ medical cannabis programs, assigning each a letter grade. However, the state receives nearly no points for consumer safety and requirements -- an area that Maryland scores perfectly in. California. New Mexico.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 15, 2022

Thanks to your advocacy, the Governor excised those restrictions from the bill. . We sent a letter to the bill sponsors urging them to amend the definitions to match the 2018 Farm Bill and broad state definitions for hemp products. serving; 1.0/package), package), virtually criminalizing the full spectrum hemp industry.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

From July 2017 to June 2018, the state saw $529,851,245 in taxable medical and adult-use cannabis sales, a figure that has steadily increased to $719,216,651 during the current fiscal year, which includes sales data from July 2020 to March 2021, according to the Nevada Department of Taxation. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

From July 2017 to June 2018, the state saw $529,851,245 in taxable medical and adult-use cannabis sales, a figure that has steadily increased to $719,216,651 during the current fiscal year, which includes sales data from July 2020 to March 2021, according to the Nevada Department of Taxation. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 22, 2021

From July 2017 to June 2018, the state saw $529,851,245 in taxable medical and adult-use cannabis sales, a figure that has steadily increased to $719,216,651 during the current fiscal year, which includes sales data from July 2020 to March 2021, according to the Nevada Department of Taxation. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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PrestoDoctor

JULY 16, 2019

In 2018, the group focused on a three-prong approach that challenged federal policy, pushed for ballot initiatives in states, and assisted in numerous state legislature legalizations and implementations. and beyond, and has advocacy resources in all but six states. The SSDP celebrated 20 years of existence in 2018.

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PrestoDoctor

JULY 16, 2019

In 2018, the group focused on a three-prong approach that challenged federal policy, pushed for ballot initiatives in states, and assisted in numerous state legislature legalizations and implementations. and beyond, and has advocacy resources in all but six states. The SSDP celebrated 20 years of existence in 2018.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 12, 2019

Patient advocacy is alive and well in Canada. The Liberal Party led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau formed a majority government that brought cannabis legalisation to Canada on 17 October 2018. We aim to continue to do more for the Canadian patients who choose to use medical cannabis as a treatment option.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 28, 2021

From July 2017 to June 2018, the state saw $529,851,245 in taxable medical and adult-use cannabis sales, a figure that has steadily increased to $719,216,651 during the current fiscal year, which includes sales data from July 2020 to March 2021, according to the Nevada Department of Taxation. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 7, 2021

Since D-8 is derived from hemp, defenders argue that its low THC level makes it ‘legal’ under the farm bill of 2018,” Feldman said in an email to Leafly. Vladimir Bautista, co-founder of Happy Munkey, a cannabis lifestyle and advocacy brand based in New York City, told Leafly that delta-8 has been on his radar for several years now.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2019

Pain Foundation, the Florida Cannabis Advocacy Network, Americans for Safe Access, Drug Policy Alliance, and the Law Enforcement Action Partnership. . In 2018, Heather subsequently founded Florida’s first independent non-profit medical marijuana educational website Allman Education: <MedicalCannabis101.org>

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Veriheal

AUGUST 31, 2020

Essay Summary: Maha envisions making a positive social impact on California’s cannabis industry through patient advocacy, cannabis education, social research, and R&D. Essay Summary: Jack outlines the Hemp Farming Act, passed in December of 2018, and the implications of the bill for hemp companies and farmers.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

James Continues Advocacy, Social Justice Work In the political realm, James has been involved in the management of two congressional campaigns, including that of Representative Jared Polis, who now serves as Colorado Governor.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

However, the nature of the government regulations and the subsequent complexity of prescribing, as well as doctors’ safety uncertainties and the stigma of the plant, remain contributing barriers to patient access. 2018 ; Frankhauser 2008 ). At the same time, the outlook on cannabis research data is largely positive. Bonini et al.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 5, 2021

government to support evidenced-based studies on the efficacy and safety of cannabis therapies, as well as a public invitation to Matt Hancock, the U.K.’s The walk is also serving as a call to action for the U.K. s Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, to meet for a roundtable discussion on the issue. The Boy Who Changed The Law.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Therefore, the AAFP advocates for further research into the overall safety and health effects of recreational use, as well as the effects of those laws on patient and societal health. The AAFP supports requirements testing current marijuana and cannabinoid products for safety, dosing, and product consistency. In the Exam Room.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Yet, in order to market a business’s commitment to consumer safety and environmental integrity, these values need to be communicated—but how?” But in 2018, marijuana legalization has emerged as the platform to raise environmental standards of California’s most infamous green industry. SUSTAINABILITY SITUATION IN 2019.

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NORML

MAY 21, 2020

According to data from the Virginia Criminal Sentencing Commission, more than 15,000 people were convicted for a first or second marijuana possession offense from July 2018 to June 2019. “This victory comes after many years of sustained effort by Virginia NORML and its membership.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 15, 2020

Although NORML and other advocacy groups asked that state-legal marijuana businesses gain access to this relief, that language did not make it into the legislation. The group promises to follow safety protocols, so they can muster the support they need, without risking anyone’s health. ” sba loans. marijuana research.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Like it or not, we’re going to be incurring public safety and public health expenses because it’s legal in Massachusetts… And I think it is time for us to put together our own regulatory and taxing framework,” she said. NORML RI is pleased that in July of 2018, RI House Bill 8355/S. Corporate weed. Record time.

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Freedom Leaf

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

According to cannabis market research group Arcview Market Research in partnership with BDS Analytics, the cannabis concentrates market was worth nearly $3 billion in 2018, an increase of 49 percent from the previous year. But some consumers may be trading convenience for safety. And that demand is huge, and growing.

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Meadow

JULY 13, 2018

Meadowlands attendees watch the Licensed Cannabis Supply Chain panel, Saturday, June 16, 2018 Photo Credit: Kandid Kush Panelists stressed the importance of opening communication throughout the supply chain?—?no Advocacy has been a big part of where our foundation was but we really need to work into how are we going to regulate ourselves?

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Knowing Your Rights , provided by the national medical cannabis advocacy organization Americans for Safe Access, admonishes current cannabis consumers: Medical cannabis patients and their providers are vulnerable to federal and state raids, arrest, prosecution, and incarceration. PERSONAL RIGHTS.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 4, 2021

Healing Advocacy Fund. Sam is the Executive Director of the Healing Advocacy Fund, which is the nonprofit organization supporting the implementation of Measure 109 in Oregon. In 2018, it led to ketamine therapy, and it’s still changing his life. in/andrew-chadeayne-989b751/ [link]. Sam Chapman. in/sam-chapman-0a0a8229/ [link].

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 13, 2019

The bill also calls for a Center for Emerging Small Marijuana Business Advocacy and Services within the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. He calls for marijuana tax revenue to support school safety initiatives, including social workers and infrastructure improvements. Photo by Michelle Rindels. What didn’t make it.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

2018, February 14). The city of Los Angeles with the population of nearly 4 million people used 521,915 acre feet of water in 2018. Published Via The Mondaq Platform. 20 November 2021. by Joe Rogoway. Rogoway Law. California Agricultural Production and Irrigated Water Use (p. Washington, D.C.: Congressional Research Service.

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NORML

MARCH 25, 2019

These arrests do not promote public safety, cost taxpayers millions of dollars, and disproportionately impact the poor and communities of color. The Senate was very close to 21 votes and, with more education and advocacy; I believe we will get this legislation across the finish line.”

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NORML

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

On January 16, the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee heard testimony for and against HB 481 during a public hearing. Senate and Assembly lawmakers voted to advance the bills out of the Joint Committee on Appropriations back on November 26, 2018.

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NORML

JANUARY 15, 2019

In January of 2018, former Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded what is known as the Cole Memo , a 2013 Justice Department memorandum, authored by former US Deputy Attorney General James Cole to US attorneys in all 50 states. Supporters of reform efforts can easily contact their elected officials by visiting NORML’s Action Center.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

Sixty-eight percent of registered voters “support the legalization of marijuana,” according to 2018 national polling data compiled by the Center for American Progress. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

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NORML

JANUARY 28, 2019

The negative effects of alcohol abuse, both on the user and their loved ones, are well documented, so it’s odd Stivers and the Kentucky Senate lack the same concern for data and safety when it comes to alcohol.

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NORML

MAY 9, 2019

Sixty-eight percent of registered voters “support the legalization of marijuana,” according to 2018 national polling data compiled by the Center for American Progress. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Hemp Roundtable, to address some of the outstanding issues with the 2018 Farm Bill; Sens. Wyden expressed frustration at the lack of regulatory action by the FDA, arguing that it hurts consumer safety and creates economic uncertainty for hemp farmers. “We Hemp Roundtable is that industry’s national advocacy organization.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 2, 2021

10 budget request, calling for an industry “that prioritizes public health, public safety, and social justice.” Tim Walz (D-F-L) has publicly supported adult-use legalization since 2018. The Make It Legal advocacy group says it must collect about 200,000 more signatures; 766,000 are needed to put the issue before voters.

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