Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 24, 2021

October 19, 2021. Despite most states having enacted legal medical marijuana programs, marijuana is still federally illegal and designated as a Schedule I substance with no medical value. Helen Sudhoff. Introduction. The federal government prohibits users of Schedule I drugs from purchasing or possessing a firearm.

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Policy Law Marijuana Programs 98

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2021

Mapping Psychedelic Drug Policy Reform. Psilocybin and psychedelic drugs are still illegal in those jurisdictions under state law, so it is inaccurate to say it is “decriminalized.” Last updated: July 4th, 2021. This is what they are saying. The map below seeks to track these initiatives. Click image to learn more.

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Decriminalization Legalization Data Safety 105

The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 25, 2021

Seyfarth Synopsis: In the first six months of 2021, several states legalized marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes, including New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and New Mexico. States show no signs of slowing down. What rights do Connecticut employers have if they have a drug-free workplace policy?

Recreational 122

Recreational Marijuana Legalization Policy 122

Veriheal

JULY 19, 2023

In the wake of the expanding marijuana legalization movement, employment policies related to cannabis use are experiencing significant transformation across the U.S. This case underscores the need for clarity in implementing cannabis-related employment policies. Now, it heads to the Assembly for further consideration.

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Law Marijuana Policy Legislation 93

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

Smith on August 25, 2021. Seyfarth Synopsis: In the first six months of 2021, several states legalized marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes, including New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and New Mexico. States show no signs of slowing down. Does the law exempt any industries or positions?

Recreational 105

Recreational Legalization Marijuana Policy 105

The Blunt Truth

APRIL 13, 2021

On March 31, 2021, New York legalized the recreational use of cannabis, enacting “ The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act.”. This new law legalizes personal possession of cannabis, home cultivation of cannabis, and allows for the expungement of certain marijuana convictions.

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Recreational Legalization State Laws Law 93

The Blunt Truth

APRIL 20, 2021

Although not immediately effective, New Mexico and Virginia employers should immediately assess the implications of the laws on their current policies and drug testing practices. Virginia’s Cannabis Oil Law. Virginia Recreational Cannabis Law. New Mexico Recreational Cannabis Law. It is effective in late June 2021.

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Recreational Legalization Oil Extraction 77

Veriheal

JULY 13, 2021

Besides these benefits, the course will also help to establish a well-informed medical cannabis policy. . in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics program encourages enrollees to expand their knowledge on the following areas of the medical cannabis movement: Federal and state laws and policies pertaining to the medical cannabis industry.

Programs 98

Programs Education Policy Cannabis 98

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 1, 2021

Dave Clark, head of the multinational company’s consumer business, said in a statement that Amazon’s public policy team will be actively supporting The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act of 2021 (MORE Act). The first update I want to give you today is to a policy called Time off Task. we’ve changed course.

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Policy Legislation Programs State Laws 66

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 28, 2021

1:19-CV-00705-AA, 2021 WL 4269991 (D. 20, 2021)) found insurance coverage for a fire arising from the preparation of CBD salve, notwithstanding the policy’s Controlled Substance exclusion. The case involved an Oregon fire loss arising under a homeowner’s insurance policy issued by Country Mutual to Peter and Wendy Bogard.

CBD 52

CBD THC Policy Hemp 52

The Blunt Truth

JULY 18, 2022

According to recent data from the Drug Enforcement Administration , however, in 2021, federal law enforcement agents seized over 5.5 billion, with states like Colorado and Oregon bringing in over $2.2 Nevertheless, the federal law and enforcement policy remained the same.

DEA 98

DEA Data Decriminalization Legalization 98

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. On February 19, 2021, Assembly Member Quirk (D) introduced AB 1256.

Legislation 124

Legislation Marijuana THC Safety 124

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

“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 ASA examines medical cannabis law efficacy. TOP FIVE KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE 2021 STATE OF THE STATES REPORT.

Access 98

Access Law Patients Programs 98

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

According to state law, providing sales tax revenues to the public would be detrimental to the existing businesses when there are only two. “If In a Facebook post on Friday, Manitou’s finance director said the policy is set by the Colorado Department of Revenue.

Law 52

Law Marijuana Policy Media 52

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Commission has designated certain geographic areas in Massachusetts as DIAs for having historically disproportionately higher drug-policy enforcement and lower socio-economic status due to marijuana prohibition and the War on Drugs. The 29 DIAs respond to the Commission’s equity mandates under state law ( M.G.L.

Programs 59

Programs Consumption Policy State Laws 59

Veriheal

AUGUST 16, 2023

In 2020 the NFL changed its drug testing policy, which was a significant development. In response to a collective bargaining agreement, the policy was revised to state that players would no longer face suspensions due to THC-positive drug test results.

CBD 88

CBD Research and Development Treatment Policy 88

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

However, the CSA contains an exemption, whereby section 863 does not apply to any person authorized by state law to manufacture, possess or distribute drug paraphernalia. Department of Justice has declined to enforce the CSA’s prohibition on the sale of marijuana when the marijuana is bought or sold in accordance with state law.

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Law State Laws Business Cannabis 95

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

By Simon Malinowski on August 1, 2021. In the continuing trend of normalizing the cannabis industry for practical reasons, the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA) Committee on Professional Ethics issued Opinion 1225 (the Opinion). and Guam, have now legalized recreational use of marijuana in some form.

Business 105

Business Recreational State Laws Law 105

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

The Minnesota court’s decision was the most recent in a series of state court opinions finding that federal criminal law preempts state laws decriminalizing the possession and use of medical cannabis in the context of workers’ compensation. In Bourgoin v. Twin Rivers Paper Co., 5] Similarly, in Hager v. 1] Musta v.

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Patients State Laws Law Treatment 52

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 10, 2022

In c larifying guidance signed December 21, 2021 , Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines offered insight on several hot topics involving security clearances and the growing prevalence of recreational marijuana in many states. The guidance addressed: Recreational drug use in security clearance determinations.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Policy Recreational CBD 52

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 8, 2022

Years ago, when states first stepped foot in this arena, the laws and some courts interpreting them allowed employers wide latitude in enforcing their drug-free workplace policies, such as in California and Colorado. Federal contractors must maintain a drug-free workplace.

Safety 111

Safety Policy Medicine Law 111

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. CO resident? NJ resident? New Mexico.

Legislation 247

Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 247

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Connecticut has become the 19 th state to legalize recreational marijuana use by adults. Governor Ned Lamont signed the Act Concerning Responsible and Equitable Regulation of Adult-use Cannabis on June 22, 2021. Employers must put such policies in writing and make them available to employees and prospective employees.

Recreational 102

Recreational Legalization Marijuana Safety 102

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 7, 2021

02 December 2021. On September 21, 2021, the House voted to include the Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2021 (SAFE Banking Act) 1 in the annual National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (NDAA). 1 Safe Banking Act of 2021, HR 1996, 117th Congress (April 19, 2021). 23, 2021), at Div.

Banking 52

Banking Compliance Compliance Business 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 7, 2022

The public and the cannabis industry are invited to a June 21, 2022 discussion to help shape future policy and rules related to how LCB and state law will define what are “impairing” and “non-impairing” THC compounds and cannabinoids. A year ago, the LCB Board issued Policy Statement Number PS-21-01 about THC compounds.

THC 52

THC Topical Research and Development Policy 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 1, 2021

Fast-forward to 2021. The Department of Justice has repeatedly issued memos changing its policies regarding federal enforcement against state-legal cannabis. This is a recipe for ad hoc enforcement and disrespects existing federal law. This is a recipe for ad hoc enforcement and disrespects existing federal law.

Policy 105

Policy Cultivation Recreational Legislation 105

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 4, 2021

September 30, 2021. In Attorney , Federal Law , Kathryn Tucker , Oregon , Psychedelics. Oregon’s Psilocybin Services Act (“PSA”), adopted via initiative in November 2020, makes therapeutic use of psilocybin legal under Oregon state law. The shelter provided by this approach depends on the policy of the U.S.

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Therapy Patients Law Clinical Trials 52

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The more wide-ranging bill (H 174/S 72), which a spokesperson said is a priority for House Speaker Ron Mariano, addresses aspects of state laws that cannabis regulators and industry entrepreneurs have been increasingly vocal about taking issue with. Sonia Chang-Diaz, co-chair of the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy, said.

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Seed-To-Sale Consumption Compliance Compliance 52

NewsMunchies

JULY 1, 2021

Maybe Justice Thomas just wants less federal interference in state cannabis legalization. The High Court on June 28, 2021 rejected the challenge from Standing Akimbo LLC , which operates a state-legal medical marijuana dispensary in Denver, Colorado. United States , the U.S. In a case styled, Standing Akimbo LLC v.

Marijuana 98

Marijuana Dispensary Business Treatment 98

The Blunt Truth

MAY 6, 2021

Recently, when dismissing a job-applicant’s disability discrimination claims brought under California state law, the U.S. 28, 2021), Plaintiff applied for and was offered a position with the Company. District Court for the Central District of California issued two welcome reminders to employers. Case Summary. In Espindola v.

Marijuana 111

Marijuana Conditions Policy Topical 111

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 21, 2021

16 December 2021. As discussed in Kramer Levin’s alert earlier this year, New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (the Act) legalized recreational cannabis for individuals age 21 and older in New York State effective March 31, 2021. by Kevin B. Leblang , Robert N. Holtzman and Jordan Fisher.

Recreational 52

Recreational Policy Law Cannabis 52

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published workplace guidance for creating marijuana policies and drug testing procedures for employed drivers, including education for drivers on marijuana’s effects on safe driving. 2, 2021, the nonprofit scientific organization U.S. New California Law Standardizes Weed Testing.

Cannabinoids 52

Cannabinoids Retail Policy Cultivation 52

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

16 December 2021. As discussed in Kramer Levin’s alert earlier this year, New York’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (the Act) legalized recreational cannabis for individuals age 21 and older in New York State effective March 31, 2021. By Kevin B. Leblang , Robert N. Holtzman and Jordan Fisher.

Recreational 52

Recreational Policy Law Cannabis 52

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

On October 8, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) issued a frequently asked questions document (FAQ) offering guidance for the workplace related to the state’s Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). where required by federal or state law, such as for for-hire drivers of motor carriers).

Policy 52

Policy State Laws Conditions Safety 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2021

On Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Ron Wyden (D-OR) released draft legislation titled the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act. Decriminalization of Cannabis, Recognition of State law Controlling Cannabis. WRITTEN BY: McGuireWoods Consulting. Ryan Bernstein. Scott Binkley.

Research and Development 105

Research and Development DEA Programs State Laws 105

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Current pending legislation includes HB 4116 which allows employers to enforce their drug testing policies and drug-free workplace policies, but an employer may not take adverse action against an employee solely because of a positive drug test for cannabis. million and $38 million for May and June in 2022, respectively.

Recreational 52

Recreational Legislation Research and Development Retail 52

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 24, 2022

2021 WL 5360956. November 17, 2021. 2021 WL 5994036. December 17, 2021. 4] The exemption states that the CSA does not apply to any person authorized by State law to manufacture, possess, or distribute, a substance. Indian Hills Holdings, LLC v. June McLaughlin. Indian Hills Holdings, LLC v.

State Laws 52

State Laws Programs Cultivation Law 52