Virginia: Changes to Medical Cannabis Laws Take Effect
NORML
JULY 5, 2023
Multiple improvements to the state’s medical program became law July 1, 2023. The post Virginia: Changes to Medical Cannabis Laws Take Effect appeared first on NORML.
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5 Things to Watch in the Cannabis Industry in 2023
MJ Business Attorneys
DECEMBER 30, 2022
As 2022 draws to a close, we are looking ahead to try and anticipate what 2023 has in store for the cannabis industry. Voters in five states were asked to consider legalizing adult-use cannabis and two states, Missouri and Maryland, voted to approve implementing adult-use cannabis programs. Missouri & Maryland.
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New Jersey CRC Seeks Feedback for Medical Cannabis Program
Veriheal
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
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. These new proposals are designed to expand access to medical cannabis for NJ MMJ patients. The public comment period is open from October 16 to December 15, 2023.
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Downstream Effects: April 2023
Project CBD
APRIL 11, 2023
In February 2023, Project CBD published a story about Curaleaf , the scandal-ridden, multistate and multinational company, which has achieved a leading position in the U.S. Recommended Readings The post Downstream Effects: April 2023 appeared first on Project CBD. Sponsored by CannaCraft, Inc., Department of Agriculture.”
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Is Cannabis Legal In Texas 2023?
PrestoDoctor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Recreational Use and Possession Limits As of 2023, cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Texas. The state has some of the strictest laws regarding marijuana possession, with any amount considered illegal. Medical Use and Eligibility Texas does have a limited medical marijuana program. or less) and high levels of CBD.
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CJIA announces $30M grant opportunity for R3 Program
Illinois News Joint
MARCH 1, 2024
The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) today released a notice of funding opportunity to provide Restore, Reinvest, and Renew (R3) programming in historically underserved Illinois communities. ICJIA actively recruits community-based application reviewers as they are primary stakeholders in the R3 program.
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Will Georgia Legalize Cannabis? GA Medical Cannabis Program Explained
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
All eyes are on Georgia’s medical cannabis program as it continues to grow. The History of the Georgia Medical Cannabis Program Georgia’s medical cannabis program started sales this past spring. Finally, on April 28, 2023, the first licensed sales commenced with the opening of dispensaries in Marietta and Macon.
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Cannabis laws in Georgia
The Cannigma
JULY 5, 2022
Georgia has a limited medical program but doesn’t consider itself a “medical marijuana” state as growing, possessing, or smoking any form of the plant is still illegal. The program was legalized in 2015 and patients with qualifying conditions can get a prescription for up to 20oz of low THC oil, capsules, patches, or lotion.
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IDFPR permanently authorizes medical cannabis curbside pickup
Illinois News Joint
DECEMBER 2, 2023
25, 2023, which extended curbside pickup until June 30, 2023. On June 22, 2023, the variance was again extended until Dec. IDFPR not only allowed curbside pickup by variance throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency but also extended that variance twice. The first variant was issued on Jan.
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The Year in Weed: 2023 Edition
The Blunt Truth
DECEMBER 29, 2023
We thought the market would expand “quite a bit” in 2023 – well, the “a bit” part was right. And not to ruin the ending, but no retail market will open in 2023. The Governor allowed the bill to become law without his signature. And there you have it: 2023 all wrapped up with a pretty bow. by a large margin.
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Celebrating 420 in 2023
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
APRIL 12, 2023
Are you ready for 420, 2023? Celebrating 420 2023 in Style The potential ways to celebrate cannabis on 420 are limited only by your imagination, ambition, and budget. Attend a Cannabis-Infused Yoga Class Another wonderful way to celebrate 420 in 2023 is to attend a cannabis-infused yoga class.
A Guide to Medical Marijuana Laws in Maryland
MMJ Recs
JANUARY 20, 2024
With a nuanced approach to medical marijuana laws, the state has embarked on a journey that seeks to balance patient well-being, regulatory oversight, and societal concerns. Let’s take a closer look at medical marijuana laws in Maryland and how they affect those in need of MMJ treatment!
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Oregon is Setting the Foundation for its Psilocybin Therapy Program
Veriheal
MARCH 1, 2022
The first legal psilocybin therapy program to take shape in America is slowly progressing in Oregon. Kate Brown conducts regularly scheduled monthly meetings with a goal of shaping the nation’s first Psilocybin therapy program. Oregon’s Psilocybin Therapy Program: Advisory Board Hard at Work. What is Psilocybin?
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Ohio Cannabis Legalization on Ballot for November
Veriheal
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The tax money will fund addiction treatment programs, social equity, job programs, municipalities with dispensaries, and other administrative expenses. The coalition eventually sued, and in a settlement, they agreed to delay the process till 2023. The legislation allows adults 21+ to purchase and hold about 2.5
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Cannabis Laws & the Southern States
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
The region has been instrumental in highly regulated industries, such as alcohol and tobacco, and the only federally sanctioned cannabis grow program has operated at the University of Mississippi since the 1960s. Although several Southern states have enacted medical cannabis programs, no states have embraced recreational use of cannabis.
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OHA Survey Results Show Significant Interest in Coming Psilocybin Program
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 3, 2022
On February 28, 2022, the Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS), a new section within the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), released results from a community interest survey concerning Oregon’s still-developing psilocybin program. Who is interested in accessing psilocybin services and why? identifying as bisexual, and 7.1%
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New York Cannabis: CAURD Injunction Update
Canna Law Blog
AUGUST 25, 2023
On August 9, 2023, we wrote about the temporary injunction ordered by Judge Kevin Bryant in New York Supreme Court, County of Albany which occurred on August 7, 2023. These challenges had the potential to invalidate the entire CAURD program. “It
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Cannabis Social Equity Loan application now open
Illinois News Joint
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that applications for “Round II” of the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program are now open. This round of funding is open to dispensaries that received licenses prior to the July 2023 dispensary license lottery.”
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IDOA releases cannabis transporter legislative update
Illinois News Joint
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and Division of Cannabis Regulation today released a legislative update about the passage of Senate Bill 1559 and the new cannabis transporting laws. Governor JB Pritzker signed into law SB1559, also known as the Access to Affordable Insulin Act, on Dec.
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Australia to Legalize Medical Psychedelics
Cannabis Life Network
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
With a medical cannabis program that stinks of reefer madness and the decision to create COVID internment camps, Australia is the last country you’d expect to legalize medical psychedelics. Telling […] The post Australia to Legalize Medical Psychedelics appeared first on Cannabis | Weed | Marijuana | News.
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Gov. Newsom’s Budget Trailer Bill Makes Significant Reforms to California Cannabis Laws, Including Elimination of the Cannabis Cultivation Tax
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 11, 2022
Gavin Newsom signed budget trailer bill Assembly Bill 195 (AB-195) into law. AB-195 contains several significant reforms to California’s cannabis laws. The bill also places the obligation to collect and remit excise tax on cannabis retailers, rather than on distributors, beginning January 1, 2023. Andrea Golan.
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Article: Looking Ahead to 2023: NORML’s State-Level Legislative Goals and Expectations
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 29, 2022
As a patient and consumer focused advocacy organization, NORML prioritizes efforts in favor of state-level legislation that seeks to achieve the following goals: Adult-Use Legalization – 21 states and the District of Columbia have enacted adult-use programs.
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Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program, What To Know
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 7, 2022
In 2016, Pennsylvania adopted Act 16, becoming one of 38 states that have medical marijuana programs in the United States. Dispensaries were declared essential businesses and patients were given access to telemedicine consultations to obtain medical marijuana user cards. January 6, 2022. Author Jay Majitov. 2050 and S.B.
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How To Get an Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Card in 2023?
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 23, 2022
Getting access to medical cannabis or marijuana in the U.S. As of 2022, medical marijuana programs are available in 39 states, including California, Washington, Puerto Rico, and Arizona. is becoming easier all the time. But can the people of Oklahoma leverage medical marijuana, or is weed legal in Oklahoma?
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Australia: 2022 – 2023 Will Be A Big Year For Medical Cannabis Compliance Says TGA
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 13, 2022
The table below sets out the TGA’s priority areas for compliance activities relating to the import, advertising and supply requirements of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023. collaborate with other health and law enforcement agencies to target and address unlawful imports.
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Progress for Patients in Washington, D.C.: Residents Ages 21+ Can Temporarily Self-Certify
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
implemented a revolutionary emergency amendment to its medical cannabis program. ’s Medical Cannabis Program. law—specifically, the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999—for a total of 225 days. ’s medical program to its limits is viewed as a stopgap until federal reform enables D.C.
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Washington State Eliminates Medical Cannabis Taxation
Canna Law Blog
MARCH 11, 2024
The bill now waits for signatures and executive action to become law. First introduced in 2023, HB 1453 sought to harmonize the existing medical exemptions from general sales and use taxes with the 37% excise tax on cannabis sales. Medical cannabis is already expensive and not covered by insurance or public health programs.
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ILLINOIS ROUNDUP: AN EXPANDED (AND PERMANENT) MEDICAL PROGRAM AND ONGOING TWEAKS TO THE RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
Cannabis Law Report
AUGUST 21, 2019
During August alone, Illinois has passed new legislation expanding and cementing its medical marijuana program, and shown necessary flexibility as it attempts to get its recreational market off the ground by January 1, 2020. The law also now allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to certify applicants for the program.
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Illinois cannabis oversight bills move forward
Illinois News Joint
MARCH 9, 2023
Four Illinois House bills involving cannabis oversight and regulations were assigned to the Executive Committee February 28, 2023. Effective July 1, 2023.” was filed on January 25, 2023, assigned to the Rules Committee January 25, 2023, and then assigned to the Executive Committee February 28, 2023. Evans, Jr. ,
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California’s Cannabis Advisory Committee to hold virtual meeting
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Hosted by the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC), the meeting will include updates from five CAC subcommittees and a presentation from DCC on its Local Jurisdiction Retail Access Grant Program. When: March 9, 2023, 10 a.m. Where: Live streamed via WebEx To […]
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Avicanna Expands its Partnership with Viola Brands to the United Kingdom
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
The initial line of Viola-branded products will include proprietary formulations in vaporizer formats for patients with medical authorizations through the Special Access Program. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Avicanna […] TORONTO, Feb.
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Doctors urge legislative panel to provide access to psychedelic therapies in New Mexico
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 13, 2022
I do think there is a lot of promise from these medications,” said Leeman, who also directs a program providing prenatal and maternity care to women with substance abuse problems. “If The Democratic-led Legislature convenes its next regular session in January 2023.
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Medical Cannabis Advisory Board sets agenda for second meeting
Illinois News Joint
MARCH 7, 2024
To join the meeting, click here or join by phone at +1-312-535-8110 with Access Code number 2633 070 6422 and Password UXjumiAt553. The agenda includes program updates, cannabis petition process, and 20 minutes for public comments. The virtual MCAB meeting is set for 1:00-3:00 p.m. Monday, March 11. The inaugural meeting (Aug.
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Everything MMJ Patients Need To Know About Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Texas
MMJ Recs
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Let’s take a look at the current state of medical marijuana dispensaries in Texas, examining the legal framework, patient access, and the potential impact on the healthcare landscape. While this was a positive development, the scope remained limited compared to other states with more comprehensive MMJ programs.
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Medical Cannabis Advisory Board votes to add two qualifying conditions
Illinois News Joint
MARCH 11, 2024
After a few introductory items, board members first discussed the process for filing new qualifying debilitating conditions for medical patients, and then listened to public comments from medical patients and advocates about the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act.
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Is weed legal in Alabama?
The Cannigma
JULY 12, 2022
Alabama law does not allow the consumption, possession, or cultivation of marijuana for recreational purposes, but has approved the establishment of a medical marijuana program in February 2021. Alabama medical cannabis program. The medical marijuana program in Alabama is limited, and not open.
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Green Light Law Group: Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Approves Training and Products Recommendations
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Recommendations and rulemaking relating to training and products were placed on an expedited timeline to ensure that facilitators will be trained, and products will be ready for the January 2, 2023, launch of the first state-sponsored psilocybin therapy program in the United States. Conducting Psilocybin Integration (14 Hours).
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Empire State Cannabis Update: CCB Makes Progress In Hemp Program & Chair Hints At Adult-Use Timeline
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 11, 2021
Cannabinoid Hemp Program Regulations (Finally) Finalized. While much attention is focused on New York’s adult-use cannabis market, the CCB and Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) are also responsible for overseeing both the Medical Marijuana and Cannabinoid Hemp Programs.
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Weekly Cannabis Roundup October 1
Veriheal
OCTOBER 1, 2021
It clears the path for them to find jobs, housing, and other services that previously were denied to them because of unjust cannabis laws,” said District Attorney George Gascón. Green Thumb Industries’ Cannabis Campus To Open by 2023. Chris Webber Launches Massive Cannabis Facility in Detroit.
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Understanding Maryland's New Adult-Use Cannabis Legislation
Peninsula Alternative Health
JUNE 12, 2023
With the recent passage of House Bill 556 and Senate Bill 516 in Maryland, the legalization of adult-use recreational cannabis is set to begin on July 1, 2023. The personal use amount authorized under the law will dictate the quantity you can buy. What impact does adult-use legalization have on the medical cannabis program?
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Understanding Maryland's New Adult-Use Cannabis Legislation
Peninsula Alternative Health
JUNE 12, 2023
With the recent passage of House Bill 556 and Senate Bill 516 in Maryland, the legalization of adult-use recreational cannabis is set to begin on July 1, 2023. The personal use amount authorized under the law will dictate the quantity you can buy. What impact does adult-use legalization have on the medical cannabis program?
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Illinois Governor Signs Bill Expanding Medical Marijuana Program
The Joint Blog
AUGUST 15, 2019
Pritzker signed two measure that expands the state’s medical-marijuana program while cementing it into law. Effective immediately, nurse practitioners and physicians’ assistants will be able to certify patients for inclusion in the program.” This law takes additional steps to prevent fraud and abuse.”.
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Buying Recreational Marijuana in Missouri
Veriheal
MARCH 23, 2023
Six of the eight states surrounding Missouri have very strict cannabis laws. Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee all have laws that do not favor cannabis consumers. So let’s explore these new laws and how residents can buy marijuana in Missouri. What are the Cannabis Laws in Missouri?
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California Governor Proposes a Cannabis Tax Reduction in an Effort to Shore Up the Legal Market
Cannabis Law Report
MAY 16, 2022
Gavin Newsom introduced proposed revisions to his 2022-2023 budget proposal, which would eliminate the cannabis cultivation tax rate beginning July 1, 2022. The 15% excise tax on cannabis sales would remain, and the collection and remittance of that tax would be limited to retail sales beginning January 1, 2023.
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