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The Week in Weed: April 7, 2023

The Blunt Truth

This week, Kentucky legalized medical cannabis. On the federal level, the Veterans Equal Access Act made a reappearance. And finally, a new collective bargaining agreement would allow NBA players to use, promote and invest in cannabis. I have been pushing for medical cannabis and sports betting for years.

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The Year in Weed: 2023 Edition

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Year In Weed, The Blunt Truth’s annual roundup of cannabis-related stories. Last year , I predicted there would be no federal cannabis legalization, but that perhaps states would legalize. We thought the market would expand “quite a bit” in 2023 – well, the “a bit” part was right. Was I right?

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The Week in Weed: May 12, 2023

The Blunt Truth

SAFE BANKING The Senate Banking Committee held a hearing late this week on the difficulties the cannabis industry faces due to a lack of access to the federal banking system. NEW JERSEY Cannabis companies are unable to deduct business expenses on their federal taxes, due to Internal Revenue Code Section 280E.

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New Jersey CRC Seeks Feedback for Medical Cannabis Program

Veriheal

After nearly two years of success with recreational cannabis, New Jersey lawmakers are hoping to make some positive changes to cannabis laws in the state. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission, also known as the CRC, has asked the public for their thoughts and feedback regarding new proposals.

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Washington State Eliminates Medical Cannabis Taxation

Canna Law Blog

In November 2012, Washington voters approved the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational cannabis within Washington state under what is known as Initiative 502 (“I-502”). Cannabis sales in Washington state are currently taxed at a rate of 37%, in addition to the general state and local sales and use taxes.

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UN Report: Drug Policies Should Protect Human Rights, Reduce Harm

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2023 World UN World Drug Report The 2023 World Drug Report urges the development of effective drug policies. The 2023 World Drug Report shows unreasonable use of criminal penalties for the “war on drugs” movement as it discourages people who use drugs for treatment, and this encourages social stigma.

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CROO sends out diversity survey for industry employees

Illinois News Joint

If you work in the Illinois cannabis industry, then you probably received a request from the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer (CROO) to complete the 2023 industry employee survey. CROO is required by the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act to assess diversity in the medical and adult use cannabis industry in Illinois.