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The Year in Weed: 2019 Edition

The Blunt Truth

Welcome to The Week in Weed’s look back at the news of 2019; whether the year has flown by or seemed to last forever, it’s (almost) over now. Without further ado, here’s a look at the stories that grabbed our attention in 2019. History was made in June, when the state of Illinois legalized cannabis as of January 1, 2020.

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Oklahoma And MMJ In 2019: The Story So Far

MMJ Recs

The history of medical marijuana in Oklahoma is barren. As mentioned, there is very little history of medical marijuana in Oklahoma. Once the Yes vote was confirmed, Oklahoma’s MMJ program was rolled out with usual speed. The attitude of Oklahomans towards medical marijuana in 2019 is mostly positive.

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Grading the Presidential Candidates on Marijuana: Michael Bloomberg

Canna Law Blog

Last fall, we ran a 13-part series taking a hard look at each of the 2020 presidential candidates’ history and views related to marijuana. Past legislative history : How many marijuana-related bills did this candidate introduce, sponsor or sign? If a candidate does not actively advocate for marijuana, we doubt their conviction.

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Grading the Presidential Candidates on Cannabis: Donald Trump

Canna Law Blog

History with marijuana legislation As mentioned above, it’s difficult to collect a history of legislation to determine exactly how Trump has previously voted on cannabis. Whereas Biden has decades worth of going against cannabis legalization and exponentially increasing the national prison population, Trump doesn’t have such history.

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Long Awaited USDA Hemp Production Rules Published

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

Domestic Hemp Production Program through an interim final rule which was made available yesterday and will be published in the Federal Register on October 31. The program you are licensed under depends on the location of your hemp growing facility. State Hemp Program Contacts. USDA established the U.S. Sampling and Testing.

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Everything MMJ Patients Need To Know About Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Texas

MMJ Recs

Legal Framework: Texas Compassionate Use Program Texas has historically maintained strict laws against the use of marijuana for both medicinal and recreational purposes. While this was a positive development, the scope remained limited compared to other states with more comprehensive MMJ programs.

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South Dakota Cannabis Legalization Guide (Constitutional Amendment A and Measure 26)

Canna Law Blog

Leading up to the November 3 elections, Canna Law Blog has published a series of posts centered on each of these state ballot initiatives, and the current laws surrounding cannabis in each state. From a glance at South Dakota’s history with cannabis legislation, the passage of either measure seems unlikely.