Veriheal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

A new collective bargaining agreement between the NBA and the National Basketball Players Association union went into effect July 1, 2023. Now, with the 2023 policy change, the league will also no longer punish players for cannabis use. “I This agreement now allows players to consume cannabis outside of games without penalty.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Recreational Use and Possession Limits As of 2023, cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Texas. Accessing a Dispensary To gain access to a licensed dispensary, individuals must possess a valid medical marijuana recommendation issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. However, these efforts have so far been unsuccessful.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 30, 2023

OCP’s mission is to ensure the health and safety of all Mainers by effectively and responsibly licensing and regulating cannabis establishments.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 22, 2022

Employers can maintain a reasonable drug-free workplace policy that: Requires post-accident or reasonable suspicion drug testing of all employees or random drug testing of safety-sensitive workers; Is necessary to comply with federal law or a federal contract or funding agreement, if applicable to the employer; or.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The Board is made up of people who were appointed by the governor to create recommendations for the rules for the state’s legal psilocybin services, which begin in January 2023. Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board Overview. Members of the Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board (OPAB) are appointed by the Governor to serve four-year terms.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 11, 2023

In 2023, health education will continue to be of utmost importance as the world grapples with a multitude of health challenges. In this blog, we will explore the top 8 health degrees that will be in demand in 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of each degree’s requirements and potential career paths.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 21, 2025

According to the latest estimates by the Bureau of Labor Statistics , in 2023, around 14.4 Over the years, unions have used this power to secure various benefits like health insurance, pensions, and safety standards across industries. We want to negotiate their own safety and working conditions because thats only fair.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 20, 2023

In recent years, most major cities in Texas have launched programs and adopted policies that reduce, or even eliminate, penalties for the possession of cannabis. [ii] Health & Safety Code § 487.001 et seq. [iv] 2 – 3 (2023). [x] 2 – 3 (2023). iv] Texas State Law Library – Cannabis and the Law – [link]. [v]

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 11, 2022

An Oregon legislative task force established pursuant to HB 3000 (2021) and SB 1564 (2022) is developing policy proposals for 2023 relating to intoxicating cannabinoid products, illegal cannabis production, and water rights issues. Emphasis added by GLLG.).

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Veriheal

AUGUST 16, 2023

The NFL and the Players Union Announce a Joint Statement The historic announcement came in June 2023, as the NFL and its player’s union, the NFLPA , jointly revealed their commitment to back further independent CBD research. In 2020 the NFL changed its drug testing policy, which was a significant development.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

The Marijuana Policy Project played a leading role in the fight to reform Connecticut ’s cannabis laws. This victory will add to the momentum towards cannabis policy reform in other states and at the federal level,” said Karen O’Keefe, director of state policies for the Marijuana Policy Project. Advocacy Groups Celebrate.

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NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Update : HB 1383 was heard and approved by the Committees on Judiciary and Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs on 3/19. SB 2023 was approved by the Senate Financial Institutions Committee on 3/20. HI resident? IL resident? WA resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 25, 2022

The Cannabis Employment Protections Amendment Act of 2022 will take effect on July 13, 2023, or shortly thereafter. The law also does not cover employees in “safety-sensitive” positions, such as police, security, guards, construction workers, operators of heavy machinery, healthcare workers, caretakers, or gas and power company employees.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

In an interview on public radio Justice Minister Sam Tanson refused to confirm that Luxembourg will legalize recreational cannabis by 2023. Well that didn’t last long… CONCERNS over Luxembourg’s intent to become the first European country to legalise adult-use cannabis have emerged. Read full article.

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NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Update : HB 1383 was heard and approved by the Committees on Judiciary and Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs on 3/19. SB 2023 was approved by the Senate Financial Institutions Committee on 3/20. DE resident? HI resident? IL resident?

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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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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

But the reality is that those who choose cannabis for medical purposes and purchase it through an adult-use program miss out on benefits designed for patient accessibility and safety. One potential downside of an overly broad medical cannabis program is a patient registration rate that reduces the effectiveness of patient safety measures.

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Veriheal

JUNE 7, 2023

On April 21, 2023, Delaware became the 22nd state to legalize marijuana—despite the governor’s opposition. One of the primary reasons Carney cited for not signing the bills was his concern that recreational marijuana will have a negative impact on road safety, the health of minors, and the poorest neighborhoods in the state.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2022

Move cannabis excise-tax collection and remittance to retail in 2023, establishing one point of collection and remittance and greatly simplifying tax requirements for the entire cannabis supply chain. The cannabis tax reform trailer bill will: Indefinitely suspend the cannabis cultivation tax effective July 1, 2022. Thank you, Nicole Elliott.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 5, 2023

Starting August 1, 2023, Minnesota will provide protections to individuals who use cannabis for recreational purposes, after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a state law allowing adults 21 and older to use recreational cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 17, 2022

However, its employment protections will likely not be applicable until July 2023. law contains an exception for jobs designated as safety sensitive, allowing employers to impose harsher marijuana usage restrictions and disciplinary policies on those individuals. Cities Creating Their Own Rules.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

Marijuana was once again one of the hottest legislative topics across the nation in 2021, and while some states’ new legislation provided greater protections to employers with drug-free and/or zero-tolerance policies, others took a more employee-friendly approach. Puerto Rico.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2022

Ketamine is already registered for the treatment of depression and in 2023, the FDA might approve an MDMA assisted therapy for PTSD. PAREA is coming together to address those challenges and provide evidence-based policy recommendations and expertise to the EU policymakers.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2022

Since 2014 when sales began in Colorado and Washington, legalization policies have provided states a new revenue stream to bolster budgets and fund important services and programs. Starting on July 1, 2023 and thereafter, 25% of the excise tax will go to the Prevention and Recovery Services Fund. Here’s what they say. 11,906,326.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

Employers can maintain a reasonable drug-free workplace policy that: Requires post-accident or reasonable suspicion drug testing of all employees or random drug testing of safety-sensitive workers; Is necessary to comply with federal law or a federal contract or funding agreement, if applicable to the employer; or.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2022

In such circumstances, the law appears to allow employees with disabilities to use cannabis at work in a non-smokable form so long as: (1) the employee is not in a safety-sensitive position, and (2) the employer is not committing a violation of federal statute, regulation, contract or funding agreement. Safety-Sensitive Employees.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2022

The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) remains committed to the implementation deadlines established by WAC 314-55-102 (11) and defined in Policy Statement PS-22-01 that describes rule “phase in” and “sell down” periods. The intent was to have this safety improvement implemented without delay. 30, 2022 testing deadline.

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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. This agency will build upon the existing medical cannabis program regulations and ensure health, safety, and security within the industry. Can I apply for a cannabis license?

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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. This agency will build upon the existing medical cannabis program regulations and ensure health, safety, and security within the industry. Can I apply for a cannabis license?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

from the second half of 2021 onwards as the Group fully repaid in May and June 2021 its 2022 and 2023 Eurobonds and successfully purchased a significant portion of its 2024 and 2026 Eurobonds which were bearing much higher interest rates. Objectives for FY 2023 also remain unchanged and do not include any COVID-19 impact either.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 20, 2024

Maryland, a trailblazer in progressive healthcare policies, has been part of this trend. Patients can expect a range of options, including various strains and forms of marijuana, within the confines of the state’s stringent quality and safety standards.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

This blog post will discuss the rulemaking timeline and provide updates regarding policy recommendations from the five subcommittees. The Advisory Board adopted this condensed deadline to ensure facilitators will be trained, and labs will be ready for testing before OHA begins accepting applications on January 2, 2023.

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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. 1, 2023, under the new law. Standardized methods must be implemented on or before Jan.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Agencies tasked with moving the program forward are currently putting their efforts on hold until after 2023.” Some stakeholders argue that the changes made through HB 30 will only result in strengthening the stranglehold of Virginia’s unregulated cannabis market, which puts minors and consumer safety at risk. ” Gov.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 11, 2019

The Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA) and Canadian Health Food Association (CHTA) distributed the attached News Release and White Paper on 8May2019 asking the Government of Canada to revise their policy on CBD. Support expansion of the Canadian hemp industry, including a 7 times increase in sales and jobs, by 2023.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) will create and enforce rules aimed at protecting public health and safety, preventing youth exposure, and avoiding diversion into the illegal market. All state tax revenue from adult-use sales will be directed to the state General Fund through June 30, 2023.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

You can read more about product packaging and labeling requirements on the Understanding Board Interim Policies for Packaging and Labeling section of the LCB website. The policy only applies to approved owners who are investing their own personal money into the business. You can review this recent rule change on the agency website.

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