NORML

MARCH 28, 2019

It also places the safety and welfare of these business’ customers at risk, as they must carry significant amounts of cash on their persons in order to make legal purchases at retail facilities. .” ” “Ultimately, the banking issue is just one symptom of the toxic and cruel policy of federal marijuana criminalization.

Banking

NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

In the previous Congress, The Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act became the first bill in American history to end the federal policy of criminalization that earned bipartisan support. Marijuana legalization is here to stay and it is time that federal policy reflect that.” ” said NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri.

Legislation

NORML

APRIL 12, 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.

Decriminalization

NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

It also places the safety and welfare of these business’ customers at risk, as they must carry significant amounts of cash on their persons in order to make legal purchases at retail facilities. “The banking issue is just one aspect of the failed policy of federal marijuana criminalization.

Banking

NORML

MAY 9, 2019

Those without the means to defend themselves from the state bear the greatest burden and lifelong consequences of this ongoing failed federal policy. Sixty-eight percent of registered voters “support the legalization of marijuana,” according to 2018 national polling data compiled by the Center for American Progress.

Legislation

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.

Decriminalization

NORML

JULY 1, 2019

“The historic passage of my Let Doctors Decide bill in 2018 allows practitioners to recommend medical cannabis for their patients as they see fit,” said Senator Dunnavant, a medical doctor from Henrico. Virginia Delegate Chris Hurst speaks to HB1720. SCHOOL-USE.

Law

NORML

MARCH 25, 2019

Unfortunately, legislative intransigence regarding how best to create a regulatory framework has resulted in, at least for now, a continuation of the failed policy of marijuana criminalization in the Garden State.” “Governor Murphy has shown real leadership in driving this issue. “This fight is not over.

Marijuana

Project CBD

MARCH 8, 2019

Although the federal legality of these products has been a matter of debate, the 2018 Farm Bill signed into law last year officially took hemp and CBD from hemp off of the federal controlled substances list. As of February 2019, the Veterinary Medical Board in California still has no official policy on hemp products. Related story.

Pets

NORML

JANUARY 28, 2019

The New York State Association of Police said traffic safety is a major concern, citing an increase in vehicle-related fatalities by 62 percent in Colorado the first year cannabis was legalized in the state. Total % change from pre-legalization (2003) until 2018 = -3.3%. Adult use-sales go into effect.

Legalization

The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Indeed, on February 18, 2020, the United States Department of Transportation published a bulletin addressing “ DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance Notice ,” which follows previous notices it had released regarding its position on medical marijuana. In the new notice, DOT states: The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, Pub.

CBD

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.

Legalization

Veriheal

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Now, findings from a recent research study —published in the February 2022 volume of the International Journal of Drug Policy—support the theory. Another study published in 2018 found that adult-use legalization was associated with improved crime clearance rates.

Legalization

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

In 2018, officials asked voters to decide whether commercial cannabis should be allowed, placing Measure Y on the ballot. Santa Ana’s Cannabis Shop Policies Praised for Boosting Community Investment, But Questions Remain.

Policy

NORML

AUGUST 26, 2019

Then, in 2017 and 2018, Virginia finally made some moves to establish its own medical marijuana industry. Now, in 2015 — like in many other states throughout the country — we saw some fresh faces in the marijuana policy conversation. This is now a public policy that NORML uses as its standard.

Legalization

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. with unknown pharmacological and safety profiles.” Dr. Mark A.

THC

Project CBD

JANUARY 31, 2023

26, the FDA issued a CBD policy statement that reaffirmed its longstanding unwillingness or inability to regulate nonpharmaceutical CBD products. A 2018 report by the World Health Organization concluded that CBD “is generally well-tolerated with a good safety profile [and] exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential.”

CBD

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 17, 2021

Since that time, while California employers have enjoyed some comfort in the ability to enforce their workplace substance abuse policies, lawmakers have been making efforts to amend state law to provide more protections to marijuana users. The bill also would exempt employment in the building and construction trades.

Legislation

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This substance needs to be addressed as part of all workplace motor vehicle safety programs. Develop a comprehensive marijuana policy that accounts for current laws in each state where your company operates. A zero-tolerance policy for marijuana may not be possible, depending on your state’s laws. Update your policies as needed.

Marijuana

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

However, one variety of cannabis, hemp, was recently legalized under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”), which removed that particular crop from the definition of “Marihuana” under the Controlled Substance Act (“ CSA ”). And to be honest, we don’t know of any that have been approved.

CBD

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 10, 2021

Marijuana policies in the United States have become more permissive, motivating research on demographic and policy-based differences in behaviors and attitudes towards driving after marijuana use. The Traffic Safety Culture Index is an annual survey with national scope and multiple measures relevant to driving after marijuana use.

Policy

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 20, 2019

CCIA Policy Conference What’s Missing? – On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the California Cannabis Industry Association (“CCIA”) will host its 4th Annual Policy Conference in Sacramento, California. 2019 Policy Development & Legislation , moderated by Amy Jenkins, CCIA.

Policy

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Ethics, Safety, and Abuse in Psychedelic Medicine. Vilmarie received a certificate in psychedelic therapies and research from the California Institute of Integral Studies in 2018. She is the director of Drug Education at Students for Sensible Drug Policy and co-founder and director at Sana Healing Collective. Kylea Taylor, M.S.,

Safety

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

The Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology, and Bioethics at Harvard Law School is engaged in a three-year initiative to examine the ethical, legal, and social implications of psychedelics research, commerce, and therapeutics. Here’s the press release. The Project on Psychedelics Law and Regulation (POPLAR).

Law

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

With hemp already federally legal, a primary policy issue is how marijuana and hemp—two varieties of the cannabis plant—would be distinguished under a federal regulatory regime. We strongly encourage participation in this important opportunity to shape federal cannabis policy. Distinction between Cannabis and Hemp Under the CAOA.

Hemp

The Cannigma

AUGUST 31, 2021

A 2018 research paper in the International Journal of Drug Policy analyzed in-depth interviews carried out with 24 Israeli physicians working in pain medicine, oncology, and family medicine, and found that “physicians discussed contrasting narratives of cananbi, presenting it as both a medicine and non-medicine.”

Education

The Blunt Truth

APRIL 8, 2020

Since that time, California employers have enjoyed some comfort in the ability to enforce their workplace substance abuse policies. of the Health and Safety Code, for purposes of medical cannabis or as a person with an identification card, as defined in Section 11362.7

Safety

MMJ Recs

JUNE 26, 2020

Oklahoma has been a legal medical marijuana state since summer 2018. Marijuana Use In Safety Sensitive Job Duties In Oklahoma. When OK legalized MMJ in 2018, it began providing licenses to businesses and MMJ cards to patients almost right away. Safety Sensitive jobs and work duties were detailed. Let’s investigate.

Marijuana

Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Harper introduced an alternative hemp regulation reform bill, House Bill 5903, that also would regulate hemp but without altering the legal definition of hemp set forth in the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill). The 2018 Farm Bill defines hemp to mean, “the plant Cannabis sativa L.

Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The New Jersey State Policy Lab at Rutgers University has released a first-of-its-kind report examining health, education, and law enforcement factors related to marijuana usage. The goal is to use the data for comparative analysis over time to help shape state policy. The Rutgers Press Release. NJSPL-Cannabis-Feb2022.

Policy

Veriheal

AUGUST 14, 2023

However, this rigid federal stance contrasts starkly with state-level policies. ” The industry representatives’ comments underline the broad spectrum of issues presented by the Mastercard directive, from hindering business growth to jeopardizing employee safety. THC dry weight is legal for sale, based on the 2018 farm bill.

Banking

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 5, 2021

100% foreign ownership a ‘significant departure from previous policy’. This is a significant departure from previous policy which required investors to co-own investments in joint venture with Government or Government entities and locate their investments at state prescribed locations,” he said. “To

Medicine

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

Crash rates spiked with the legalization of recreational marijuana use and retail sales in California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and another by the affiliated Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) show. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. THE REPORT.

Safety

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2021

The basics on CBD, hemp and the 2018 Farm Bill. In December 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act, also known as the 2018 Farm Bill, changed how certain types of cannabis are scheduled by removing hemp, defined as cannabis and derivatives of cannabis with extremely low concentrations of THC (less than 0.3%

Pets

The Blunt Truth

MAY 15, 2020

The group promises to follow safety protocols, so they can muster the support they need, without risking anyone’s health. Although the legislature finally overrode the governor’s veto to enact legalization in 2018, dispensaries are still not open. No word yet on any change in policy. maine licensing. and finally.

Banking

The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

Executive Director of the Criminal Justice Policy Foundation told The Cannigma during a Zoom call this week. “A Cannabis has been legal for adults to use and possess since 2018 in California, and the state has had a legal medical cannabis program since 1996. Sterling, of the Criminal Justice Policy Foundation, said.

Marijuana

NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Safeguarding safety and public health through advertising restrictions, stringent quality control, harm reduction options, and public education. Statewide in 2018, Black and Latinx people comprised of 81.3% of all low-level marijuana arrests, despite making up 34.5% of the state’s population.

Marijuana