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Canadian Cannabis Amnesty Advocacy Group Wants Action

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In 2022, we expanded our efforts beyond advocacy, and are building our capacity to offer direct support to individuals and communities harmed by prohibition. This Fellowship program is focused on mentorship and skill-building around effective communication and advocacy […]. Joints for Justice Retail Program.

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Opinion – Comments On Policy: Advocacy, Action and Influence – “Budget Applauded”

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Budget 2022. On April 7, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland presented Budget 2022 laying out the Government of Canada’s fiscal roadmap. Canada’s cannabis license holders applaud Budget 2022. They write by way of introduction. Growth-oriented cannabis strategy table. Excise Act Amendments.

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A Look Back at California Cannabis in 2022

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The year 2022 was a busy one for the California cannabis industry, with everything from tax reform to the beginning of enforcement. A few things happened in 2022 that indicate the agencies may be changing their approach. In 2022, that all changed when the state adopted tax reforms. California hints at enforcement?

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Texas Medical Marijuana Program Rules Open for Public Comment

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The rules governing the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) are currently under review, and public comments are being accepted through May 1, 2022. This opportunity does not come around often and is critical for effecting change through transparent, public processes and grassroots advocacy. By: Health Care Innovation Team.

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UC Hastings : “UC Hastings Law Grads Oversee San Francisco Cannabis Rules and Programs”

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They also support a social equity program that provides opportunities to those disproportionally hurt by the war on drugs. Gooch, who joined the office in January 2022, was previously an assistant district attorney for San Francisco. I did two clinics, and they really provided hands-on client experience.”.

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U.S. Cannabis Council and Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Launch Cannabis Internship Program

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Cannabis Council and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation launched the Pathways to the C-Suite Internship program; the program places college seniors and recent college graduates with cannabis executives for mentorship. The program requires students to be U.S. Spring Internship Program Candidate Requirements.

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LCB Board Action: Proposed rules filed for amendments and new rule sections to establish the Social Equity in Cannabis Program.

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The proposal also changes the word “marijuana” to “cannabis” throughout the rule sections to implement Second Substitute House Bill (2SHB) 1210, Chapter 16, Laws of 2022. CR-102 filed as WSR 22-16-119 on August 3, 2022. Notice to Stakeholders. Memorandum.