Medical Marijuana Program Connection

APRIL 26, 2024

WLOS) — On April 20, 2024, hundreds of people with medical cannabis patient cards lined up to buy the first legal medical marijuana within North Carolina and the nation where it remains illegal. It’s raising safety questions among members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, as well. CHEROKEE, N.C. Read More

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 17, 2024

REGULATE INTOXICATING HEMP The proliferation of intoxicating hemp products is undermining Illinois carefully crafted legal cannabis market. State licensed cannabis dispensaries adhere to strict protocols for cultivation, processing, and distribution to ensure the safety and well-being of consumers.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

As we previously reported , on February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three separate cannabis reform bills into law ( NJ A21 , NJ A 1897 , and NJ A5342/NJ S3454 ), formally legalizing the use and possession of recreational marijuana in the Garden State. Other jurisdictions are catching up to the marijuana law frenzy.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Governor Ralph Northam announced appointments to the three newly-created boards that oversee marijuana legalization in Virginia. On July 1, recreational marijuana became legal for adult use in Virginia. million in 2024 and $38.4 Board members cannot have financial interests in the cannabis industry. This is predicted to be $7.8

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Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

The number of medical cannabis patients in Iowa by the end of 2024 was right around 18,000. Patients and prospective patients may contact the Iowa Department of Public Safety at (515)-725-6230 for more information. Frequently Asked Questions How Many Iowans Use The Medical Cannabis Program? How Do I Apply For Iowa Medical Cannabis?

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Veriheal

MARCH 12, 2025

This decision diverts from a previous ruling by the court in September 2024, which initially found that the smell of burnt cannabis is not sufficient grounds for searching a vehicle. Adult-use cannabis is legal in Illinois, and therefore, residents over 21 years old can purchase and transport the product legally.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 31, 2023

Governor Kathy Hochul’s determined efforts to combat illegal cannabis operations in New York have gained even more momentum with a new multi-agency initiative authorized as part of the 2024 Budget. The State aims to curtail the sale of untested cannabis from unlicensed shops through comprehensive inspections and enforcement actions.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Provide that, beginning on July 1, 2024, a tax is imposed upon purchases of all hemp cannabinoid products (hemp cannabinoid products for inhalation, hemp cannabinoid products for ingestion, and ready-to-eat hemp cannabinoid products) at a rate of 5% of the purchase price of the cannabinoid products. Public safety is paramount,” said Ford.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Lawmakers ultimately did not bring HB4293 to the floor for a vote in late May 2024, but HB4293 is still one final vote from being sent to Pritzker to sign into law. The Cannabis Business Association of Illinois (CBAI) also quickly responded by applauding Pritzkers support for HB4293 and hemp regulations.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 8, 2021

In a bold move that many did not see coming from the South, Virginia just officially passed legal, recreational cannabis. . Now, small amounts of cannabis are officially legalized in the state. In 2019, an attempt to legalize and decriminalize cannabis failed in the state. Victory Over Opposition In Virginia.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

Legislation is pending, HB 2097 / SB 2024, which would authorize licensed medical cannabis facilities to sell edible products. Update : HB 1343 is scheduled for a Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee Executive Session at 1pm on 3/3/20 in Legislative Office Building 204. HI resident? NH resident? VA resident?

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Veriheal

JANUARY 21, 2025

A key turning point came in 1935 with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which gave private-sector workers the legal right to unionize, strike, and collectively bargain for fair working conditions. We want to negotiate their own safety and working conditions because thats only fair. What is Ballot Measure 119?

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The new law legalizes cannabis possession up to one ounce, as well as cultivation of up to four personal plants per household, but requires that the grower tags their plants with their driver’s license/ID and a note saying that they are being grown for personal use. In July and August of 2020 , there were 257 arrests. “A

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

According to BDS Analytics and Arcview Market Research , the CBD market is expected to surpass $20 billion by 2024 in the United States alone. Therefore, much uncertainty remains regarding the legality and regulation of these products. Unlike the U.S. Novel Food Regulations . Different Laws and Regulations.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

doctors to fill out the state-legal medical marijuana recommendations. Legislation is pending, HB 2097 / SB 2024, which would authorize licensed medical cannabis facilities to sell edible products. Your Highness, Carly. Actions to Take. Veteran Access : HR 1647, the Veterans Equal Access Act, would allow V.A. Presently, V.A.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

JANUARY 14, 2024

January 14, 2024, 1:00 AM HST One of the most talked about pieces of legislation discussed by Hawai‘i lawmakers for a few years now has been the legalization of recreational marijuana. With the State Attorney General Office believing this legislative session could be the year adult-use cannabis could pass into. Read More

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. On April 12, 2021, New Mexico saw the legalization of recreational marijuana. Employers can only take employment actions based on contrary federal and state legal requirements (e.g., Retail sales will not begin until January 1, 2024.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 6, 2021

The California Senate just granted final approval to a landmark bill that would make it legal for any adult in the Golden State to possess, use, and share almost any psychedelic drug. This group would be required to submit these recommendations by January 1st, 2024. View original article.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 20, 2021

Maryland state lawmakers announced last week that the legislature will turn to the voters on the issue of cannabis policy reform by placing a marijuana legalization measure on the statewide ballot next year. Maryland Work Group To Study Cannabis Legalization. Maryland Medical Marijuana Already Legal.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 1, 2021

The New Mexico House of Representatives voted to approve a bill on Friday that would legalize recreational marijuana for adults. Under the bill, commercial production and sales of cannabis would be legalized, regulated, and taxed. Five Legalization Bills Under Consideration In New Mexico. This is a big deal, and it should be.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

The Governor specifically stated that the goal of this proposed tax cut is to promote the state’s legal market, which has struggled to compete with the illicit market and is feeling the effects of inflation and reduced demand from pandemic peaks. million from the Governor’s Budget estimate.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

. — State lawmakers passed a bill Thursday to legalize, regulate, and tax cannabis for adult use. New Jersey and New York enacted adult-use legalization laws in December and late March, respectively. ounces of cannabis will become legal for adults 21 and older. Legal sales to adults are expected to begin in May 2022.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

1, 2024 launch date for its first-ever retail sales. ” These adult-use provisions were slashed through the silence of Virginia’s 2022-2024 budget bill. In fact, effective July 1, 2022, medical cannabis patients, parents, and legal guardians are no longer required to register with the Department of Health’s Board of Pharmacy.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 2, 2021

Ralph Northam expected later this week, Virginia will become the 16th state to legalize cannabis for adult use—although legalization won’t actually take effect until 2024. At least 12 state legislatures have recreational legalization measures on the table right now, which is a typical number for this time of year.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Europe, forecasted to be the world’s biggest legal cannabis market by 2024 will exceed North America, the dominant market today, according to Prohibition Partners. They are learning quickly from the successes and failures in Canada’s legal medical cannabis program that has been active since 2001. By Arundati Dandapani.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 1, 2021

The initial shipment is designated to be used by the Clinic in a pilot run in preparation for the previously announced study , based out of the United Kingdom, on the safety and efficacy of cannabis and hemp for the treatment of patients suffering from chronic pain. billion, servicing nearly 340,000 active patients.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Glenn Youngkin will not seek to repeal it; his focus will be on building a rip-roaring economy with more jobs and better wages, restoring excellence in education, and reestablishing Virginia’s commitment to public safety. — Team Youngkin (@TeamYoungkin) July 2, 2021. Stakeholders were divided on what the victory of Republican Gov.-elect

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The Joint Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As the year 2024 approaches, cannabis businesses must not only adapt to a new business landscape but also triumph over their competition. In 2024, sustainable packaging is not just a buzzword; it’s a business imperative. Packaging should be easy for adults to open while still meeting legal requirements.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Octopuses on ecstasy, Thailand’s legalization regrets, and Gov. Newly elected Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has expressed his intent to “rectify” the country’s cannabis laws within the next six months — possibly limiting legality to only medical use. Newsom’s psychedelic veto.

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

US retail marijuana sales rose approximately 40 percent last year, with projected revenue of $37 billion by 2024 (Source: Marijuana Business Daily). WeedGenics.com for higher-yield and shorter run times without compromising quality, purity, and safety. The vertical integration of INTEGRATED NATIONAL RESOURCES INC.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 2, 2023

C) 25% shall be transferred to the Criminal Justice Information Projects Fund to be used for the purposes of the Restore, Reinvest, and Renew Program to address economic development, violence prevention services, re-entry services, youth development, and civil legal aid, as defined by Section 15 of the Public Interest Attorney Assistance Act.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 12, 2021

As of July 1, Virginia’s recreational cannabis law officially launched , although it won’t be fully implemented until 2024. The state’s official website on cannabis notes that the law will prioritize social equity, as well as public health and safety, as it begins to build up its cannabis program. Heck yeah,” he told Wavy.com.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Specifically, legislatures in five states — Connecticut, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, and Virginia — enacted laws legalizing adult-use marijuana possession and regulating retail cannabis markets. LEGALIZATION. Such provisions are now generally part and parcel of any adult-use legalization law. ADULT USE LEGALIZATION.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

Plaintiff alleged he believed the use of the mushrooms was a felony and a workplace hazard to public health and safety. But with only 180 days to gather enough signatures to put it on the 2022 ballot, the group spearheading the Initiative announced they would instead seek to put the Initiative on the 2024 ballot.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 17, 2021

State senators on the Golden State’s public safety committee voted to advance a bill that would decriminalize the possession of many mind-expanding substances by 4 to 1 on Tuesday. . Depending on who you ask, SB 519 could actually be a step towards legalizing the drugs included in its scope. .

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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. In this blog post, we will address some of the key questions surrounding the new legislation to help you navigate the world of legalized adult-use cannabis in Maryland.

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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. In this blog post, we will address some of the key questions surrounding the new legislation to help you navigate the world of legalized adult-use cannabis in Maryland.

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