NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. MA resident? Click here to email your lawmakers in support of consumer employment protections.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

The measure prohibits the release of past records for any marijuana offense that is no longer defined as a crime under state law. ” Update : HB 1386 is scheduled for a executive session in the Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services Committee at 1pm on 3/4/2020 in Legislative Office Building 104. AK resident?

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 8, 2020

On February 18, 2020, Assembly Member Rob Bonta (D) introduced AB 2355 , which, if passed, will amend the FEHA to provide express employment protections to medical cannabis users. 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

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

This measure prohibits employers from arbitrarily discriminating against employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law. Provisions in HB 350 explicitly states that this criminal prohibition would no longer apply to those who test positive for the presence of the carboxy-THC metabolite.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

The bill follows the passage of several state laws and the creation of state regulations permitting the sale and distribution of dietary supplements and foods that contain CBD. Notably, this restriction only applies to dietary supplements and foods. Cosmetics containing CBD are not subject to this particular provision.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 20, 2019

Following closely on the heels of a similar law in New York City, effective January 1, 2020, it will be unlawful for Nevada employers to reject a job applicant who tests positive for cannabis on a pre-employment drug test. Implications for Employers.

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Cannabis Chronicles

JULY 2, 2019

1, 2020, from its initial date of July 15, 2019. The ordinance applies a 1,000-foot buffer for all cannabis businesses to elementary and secondary schools as well as public playgrounds as required by state law. Recreational sales can begin in unincorporated areas of Clark County as early as Jan. Who will these changes benefit?

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

With the states, the feds, and the locals all making up their own rules for hemp and cannabis operations and prohibitions, the illicit market continued to thrive – creating financial hardships for licensed operators and a safety crisis for consumers. What Does All of This Mean for 2020? .

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 21, 2019

The Illinois law, which will become effective January 1, 2020, is the most expansive to date and has created a lot of uncertainty with respect to the risk assessment for drug testing of employees for marijuana. This rapidly evolving legal landscape presents new challenges for employers, especially multi-state employers.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

At the state level, the North Dakota House of Representatives defeated a decriminalization bill on the House floor by a narrow 43-47 vote. On the same day, LegalizeND announced that they will try again with a 2020 legalization ballot initiative. Update : HB 2149 was approved by the Public Safety Committee on 2/20. AZ resident?

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 18, 2022

For example, among the various reasons that states are increasingly leaning towards the legalization of marijuana usage is the financial prosperity it brings to state economies. In 2020 alone, legal sales of marijuana in the US bought in a record $17.5 billion, with states like Colorado and Oregon bringing in over $2.2

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Veriheal

MARCH 12, 2025

This ruling that burnt cannabis alone is not enough to deem suspicious stems from a police search in 2020 near the Iowa border. During this search, an Illinois State Police officer searched a vehicle during a traffic stop due to the smell of burnt cannabis coming from the car.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 30, 2020

March 23, 2020. On Thursday, March 19, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a stay at home order to protect the health and well-being of all Californians and to establish a consistent approach across the state to slow the spread of COVID-19. These services can continue despite the stay at home order.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 23, 2020

On Thursday, March 19, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a stay at home order to protect the health and well-being of all Californians and to establish a consistent approach across the state to slow the spread of COVID-19. This order went into effect on Thursday, March 19, 2020, and is in place until further notice.

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NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Activists in Oregon have filed a 2020 ballot initiative with the Secretary of State that, if approved, would allow social cannabis consumption sites and protect consumers from employment discrimination. Similarly, activists in Arizona are attempting to qualify a 2020 legalization ballot initiative. DE resident? HI resident?

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JUNE 14, 2019

In a press release published by the House Committee on Appropriations on June 2, 2019, a 2020 Financial Services and General Government Funding Bill was announced. By: Nabil Rodriguez, Esq. & & Victor Fox*. As of June 5 th , 2019 the SAFE Banking Act has been placed on the Union Calendar (Calendar No.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

This is in contrast to the state’s cannabis law—the Medicinal and Adult Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act and its corresponding regulations (or “MAUCRSA”)—which requires local approval and thus creates the opportunity for cities to fill the gap with their own individualized social equity programs.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not eliminate employer liabilities. As we previously blogged, the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act will legalize recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Seems like not a month goes by in California where the Assembly isn’t trying to pass a slew of cannabis bills to help regulate the state’s industry under the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”). So be sure to stay tuned as we approach 2020! And October was no different.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

Law enforcement has for years stigmatized drug users,” she explained, and many “corrections officials and law enforcement people believe that medical marijuana was just a big scam to open the door to full legalization.”. Goldstein said there is “absolutely” an ideological issue at play. That doesn’t mean it is without problems.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 30, 2022

Minnesota legalized food and drink containing enough THC to get some consumers high through a bill aimed at changing state law on the sale and consumption of cannabis products. Heather Edelson, DFL-Edina, said she was concerned about the safety of legal delta-8 cannabis products already being sold through a loophole in Minnesota law.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 13, 2019

According to the annual Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index, positive marijuana results have increased nearly 24 percent since 2014 for safety-sensitive employees in the federal workplace, who are subject to federally mandated drug testing. Recreational and Medical Marijuana Laws Increase Employer Obligations. Similar to the U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 17, 2019

State Question 806 , filed on Dec. 12, would add an amendment to the Constitution, which would generally legalize, regulate and tax marijuana for people aged 21 and older under state law. The amendment would maintain prohibitions on impaired driving and distribution to, or use by, those under 21, according to the petition.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 15, 2022

A state law passed earlier this year grants reimbursement for many municipal expenses associated with the opt-in process. The most important thing we can do is to try and ensure that Mainers who choose to use cannabis can do so in a well-regulated environment that safeguards public health and safety in the best way possible.”.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 16, 2023

As within the broader scope of player health and safety, we want to ensure every treatment at our disposal clears the appropriate medical standard for wider use.” In 2020 the NFL changed its drug testing policy, which was a significant development.

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Puff Puff Post

MARCH 19, 2020

LAS VEGAS, March 19, 2020 /CNW/ – Planet 13 Holdings Inc. All figures are reported in United States dollars ($) unless otherwise indicated. The Company’s staff has undergone extensive health and safety training. or “MMDC”).

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 22, 2019

This post will cover the main changes (in our opinion) regarding the California Department of Public Health Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch’s (“CDPH-MCSB”) permanent regs. customary units, specific labeling for flavoring in line with federal law, and more specific labeling restrictions for cannabinoid content.

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The Joint Blog

MAY 22, 2019

The Associated Press is reporting that California is quickly moving forward with a plan to establish a system of banks to work with the marijuana industry which is legal under state law, but illegal under federal law. ” He called it a public safety issue, putting retailers at risk of robbery. Republican Sen.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2020

18 March 2020. Last week, FDA issued its report to the US House Committee on Appropriations and the US Senate Committee on Appropriations entitled “Cannabidiol (CBD) Report in Response to Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020 U.S. In the absence of federal action, states have developed their own regulatory schemes.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

United States: Federal Court Presses ‘Pause’ Button On Budding CBD Litigation. 14 February 2020. In fact, on February 7, 2020, the defendant in another case— Colette et al. by Stephanie A. Sheridan , Cynthia Taub , Daniel C. Rubenstein and Chelsea Gold. Steptoe & Johnson LLP. 0:19-cv-62342-UU (S.D.

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

JANUARY 14, 2020

California’s cannabis tourism may look a little different in 2020. That’s because the Golden state’s lawmakers recently closed a loophole with Assembly Bill 1810 , to prevent passengers from smoking or vaping cannabis products while inside moving vehicles. But the state law did extend exemptions for taxi, bus and limousine passengers.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Recreational marijuana use is legal under Nevada state law. The law decriminalized recreational marijuana when used in compliance with Nevada law. 2 Employers that terminate employees for engaging in lawful off duty use of a product may be required to pay damages to terminated employees.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 18, 2019

The Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (410 ILCS 705) (the “Legalization Act”) legalizes recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020. The Original Legalization Bill As Enacted. Because applicants have not started working, applicant testing could only detect marijuana use outside the workplace.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 12, 2022

Could doctors be punished by federal authorities for recommending marijuana to patients consistent with state law? Other issues arose at the intersection of novel drug laws and other state laws. Could groups providing marijuana to patients raise a medical necessity defense if subject to federal prosecution?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 12, 2019

The law will not apply to prospective employees applying for certain positions, including: As a firefighter; As an emergency medical technician; That requires an employee to operate a motor vehicle and for which federal or state law requires the employee to submit to screening tests; or.

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Veriheal

MARCH 12, 2024

It was discovered in 2020 when advanced analytical techniques became available to hemp researchers. As much as possible, look out for their lab reports to verify that you’re purchasing high-grade products that are tested for safety and potency. Nonetheless, you need to be aware of state laws. How Is THC-JD Made?

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