MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

In Ohio, accessing medical marijuana involves more than just obtaining a prescription; it requires navigating a complex landscape of dispensaries, regulations, and patient expectations. By utilizing the Ohio Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Map, patients can confidently explore their options and access quality medical cannabis products.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Discover how legalization and regulation have influenced access and usage, and learn about the latest research and medical applications. Various approaches, from strict medical programs to comprehensive recreational markets, highlight the diverse strategies adopted by states.

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NORML

APRIL 3, 2020

Medical cannabis is essential and while we commend our state officials for declaring that centers will remain open during the state of emergency, we need to ensure our patients have uninterrupted access to their life saving medicine, especially during these uncertain times.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

–(BUSINESS WIRE)– PSI Labs , an Ann Arbor, Michigan-based ISO 17025 accredited Safety Compliance Facility that provides essential cannabis testing services, today announced its expansion into Southern California with the acquisition of pH Solutions, LLC. PSI Labs is also a founding member of the Leafly Certified Labs Program.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Medical Use and Eligibility Texas does have a limited medical marijuana program. While cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in Texas, there is ongoing discussion and advocacy for marijuana reform. [1] Apply online to the Texas Department of Public Safety for a medical marijuana card using the provided recommendation.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

According to a recent report released by the Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative, “Oregon’s psilocybin therapy program provides a high-quality model for psychedelic healing in a non-prescription context that could be replicated in other states.”

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

Also introduced was The Marijuana Data Collection Act of 2019 , which would study the effects of state legalized medicinal and non-medicinal marijuana programs from a variety of perspectives, including state revenues, public health, substance abuse and opioids, criminal justice, and employment.

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NORML

JUNE 25, 2019

. “Today, Illinois residents and political leaders demonstrated the power of democracy in action, using the political process to achieve sensible policies that protect individual freedoms and that ensure community safety,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 15, 2020

Maine made changes to their marijuana program. The news on access to loans and other support from the Small Business Administration was less rosy. Although NORML and other advocacy groups asked that state-legal marijuana businesses gain access to this relief, that language did not make it into the legislation.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Regulations vary significantly by jurisdiction but typically encompass licensing requirements, product safety standards, and distribution protocols. Changes in regulations can have ripple effects throughout the industry, impacting supply chains, investment strategies, and consumer access to medical cannabis products.

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NORML

MAY 9, 2019

Millions of Americans have suffered from the lifelong collateral consequences of criminal prohibition, making it harder for them to find a job, obtain housing, and access higher education.” To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

By legalizing MMJ, the state has facilitated access to a natural and potentially life-changing treatment option for patients suffering from various medical conditions. The industry also encourages the development of novel pharmaceuticals and treatments, creating opportunities for Maryland residents to access cutting-edge healthcare options.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For patients seeking access to this valuable form of treatment, it’s essential to understand the complex web of regulations, legal requirements, and rights surrounding medical marijuana in the Golden State. California has long been a pioneer in the field of medical marijuana, and its MMJ laws have continued to evolve over the years.

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NORML

MARCH 25, 2019

These arrests do not promote public safety, cost taxpayers millions of dollars, and disproportionately impact the poor and communities of color. The Senate was very close to 21 votes and, with more education and advocacy; I believe we will get this legislation across the finish line.”

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NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

House Bill 1359 would create a 5 year medical marijuana pilot program, allowing patients to access their medicine from licensed dispensaries. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of medical marijuana access. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 697, to expand access to medical marijuana. IN resident? NH resident?

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NORML

MARCH 5, 2020

This bill will not eliminate the racial disparities surrounding marijuana, but it will prevent low-level offenders from receiving jail time for simple possession while we move toward legalization in coming years with a framework that addresses both public safety and equity in an emerging market.”

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Dr. Schauer had been serving as a Senior Advisor to CANNRA and its members for the last several years, aiding in program development, policy tracking, and regulator roundtable convenings. “I She regularly provides consultation to state and federal agencies on the development of cannabis regulation, policy trends, and their outcomes.

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CannaMD

JUNE 2, 2020

However, medical marijuana is here to stay, and so – as advocacy groups argue: employers will have to come around sooner or later. Exceptions were again made for safety-sensitive positions. Medical Marijuana: Employee Rights & Safety. INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEDICAL MARIJUANA PATIENT? Find Out if You Qualify.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Americans for Safe Access (ASA), a medical patient advocacy group, has an annual report on the proficiency of states’ medical cannabis programs, assigning each a letter grade. The state’s new top spot is largely thanks to Bob Morgan, the former coordinator for Illinois’ medicinal cannabis program. California.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Virginia is committed to legalizing cannabis the right way—by learning from other states, by listening to public health and safety experts, and by centering social equity,” said Governor Northam. On July 1, recreational marijuana became legal for adult use in Virginia. Board members cannot have financial interests in the cannabis industry.

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NORML

AUGUST 26, 2019

So, it shouldn’t be a huge surprise that Virginia didn’t launch a medical marijuana program until 2015, nearly two decades after California. And it took extensive, concerted efforts from marijuana law reform organizations like NORML to negotiate with Virginia’s Republican Party to get the program finally running.

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Project CBD

APRIL 11, 2023

And freedom of expression takes a hit when it comes to cannabis advocacy in the Czech Republic. ” Several states have launched investigations into Curaleaf’s business practices that were highlighted in our article, including product safety and labor violations. We start with some positive news from the Golden State.

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NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. Legislation is pending, HB 350, to expand medical cannabis access. NH resident? GA resident?

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Peninsula Alternative Health

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Americans for Safe Access (ASA), a medical patient advocacy group, has an annual report on the proficiency of states’ medical cannabis programs, assigning each a letter grade. The state’s new top spot is largely thanks to Bob Morgan, the former coordinator for Illinois’ medicinal cannabis program. California.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 31, 2021

But there was a sense this time would be different, perhaps in part because New York’s neighbors— New Jersey —had begun taking steps to implementing its own legal pot program after voters passed a legalization measure last year. The new law also addresses criminal justice and record expungement of prior offenders.

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NORML

MAY 24, 2019

At the same time, the bill would redirect tax revenue from a legal industry towards various programs that redress harms from the War on Drugs, while also increasing and improving public education and treatment programs geared towards responsible use, reducing overdoses, and saving lives.

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NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Governor Jim Justice (R) of West Virginia signed legislation into law that allows financial institutions to provide banking services related to the state’s medical marijuana program. Late last week, the North Dakota State Senate overwhelmingly passed a measure to expand the state’s medical marijuana program. California.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Legislation has been reintroduced from last year, Senate Bill 34, which would exempt compassionate care programs from paying state cannabis taxes when they are providing free medical cannabis to financially disadvantaged people living with serious health conditions. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access.

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2019

179: The VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019 to facilitate federally-sponsored clinical research into the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis among veterans. Legislation is pending, House Bill 1150, to expand the state’s nascent medical cannabis access law. HI resident? IA resident? MO resident? North Dakota.

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

Legislation is pending, House Bill 331, to allow registered medical cannabis patients to access their medicine while at school. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of medical cannabis access in schools. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of medical marijuana access. MD resident? New Hampshire. NH resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

Founding member of the National Cannabis Industry Association, Lifetime Investor member of the ArcView Group, and sustaining member of Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) and Americans for Safe Access (ASA). Looking forward to shaping cannabis policy and growing the market internationally.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 26, 2021

In fact, the data revealed that overall, states with medical marijuana programs actually had fewer current adolescent marijuana users , which were defined as survey respondents reporting cannabis use within the previous 30 days, than states without medicinal cannabis. Lower Cannabis Use Among 9th Graders.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

Veteran Access : HR 1647, the Veterans Equal Access Act, would allow V.A. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 165, to establish a medical marijuana access program for qualified patients with a physician’s recommendation to access medical marijuana from licensed retail outlets. Your Highness, Carly.

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The Cannigma

JANUARY 19, 2022

Today on the show we welcome Nikki Lawley, a Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor, and founder of NIKKI and the Plant, an advocacy group for medical marijuana use, with a special focus on helping women who have suffered a TBI. The Cannabis Enigma is a co-production of The Cannigma and Americans for Safe Access. Music by Desca. EG: Right.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Enacted in 1986, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program made it a condition for employment that all civilian employees at executive branch agencies be prohibited from using federally illegal substances on or off duty. ” Changes in the legal status of marijuana at the state level have not negatively impacted workplace safety.

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NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

At the state level, Governor Jay Inslee of Washington launched a new program and began granting pardons to those with past criminal misdemeanor marijuana-related convictions on their record. Legislation is pending, House Bill 1272, to expand access to medical cannabis in North Dakota. ND resident? NH resident? NH resident? NH resident?

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