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Looking Ahead to 2023: NORML’s State-Level Legislative Goals and Expectations

NORML

As a patient and consumer focused advocacy organization, NORML prioritizes efforts in favor of state-level legislation that seeks to achieve the following goals. We are also keeping an eye on the following states for 2023 advancement.

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Behind the Buds: Examining Job Conditions in the Cannabis Cultivation Industry

Veriheal

cannabis cultivation industry. Here’s what happened and what it could mean for the future of cannabis cultivation safety. As a result, the dispensary was sued by McMurrey’s family , and in June 2023 , it was announced that Trulieve would be closing its doors throughout Massachusetts for good. In May 2021, Lorna L.

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MAPS: “California Psychedelic Decriminalization Bill Slated for 2023 Reintroduction”

Cannabis Law Report

Policy and Advocacy Director, MAPS . Going forward, MAPS and its Policy & Advocacy team looks forward to continuing to support advancement in psychedelic policy through creative but evidence-based approaches, including a renewed commitment to advocate for state-funded harm reduction and education programs. ###.

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Is Weed Legal in Japan? Cannabis Legalization Bill Explained

Veriheal

In December of 2023, the country recently made a new move towards reform that could stimulate the cannabidiol (CBD) industry and provide many patients, such as those with epilepsy , with access to potentially life-changing medical treatments. In Japan, THC-based products are designated as narcotics to be regulated.

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Legislation to Expedite Cannabis Cultivation Introduced in New York

SpeedWeed

The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. The post Legislation to Expedite Cannabis Cultivation Introduced in New York appeared first on SpeedWeed. ” View original article.

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California’s Local Governments Are Taking a Stand Against the Cannabis Tax ‘Crisis’

Veriheal

Ongoing advocacy efforts from local businesses, residents, and industry organizations have prompted California’s localities to extend tax relief to cannabis companies. Desert Hot Springs – In February of last year, the cannabis cultivation tax was reduced by local lawmakers from $25.50 Senate Bill (SB) 1281.

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Downstream Effects: April 2023

Project CBD

And freedom of expression takes a hit when it comes to cannabis advocacy in the Czech Republic. 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. Sponsored by CannaCraft, Inc., Department of Agriculture.”