Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It Pennsylvania State Rep.

Access 98

Access Law Patients Programs 98

Veriheal

MARCH 21, 2022

Cannabis companies that hire drivers to work for them—such as delivery services and goods transporters—are being advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish certain policies that can mitigate the risk of impaired driving, all the while ensuring that companies remain in alignment with state legalization laws.

Policy 98

Policy Blood Pressure Research and Development Concentrates 98

NORML

MARCH 28, 2019

Currently, thousands of state-licensed and regulated businesses lack access to the banking industry and are unable to accept credit cards, deposit revenues, or write checks to meet payroll or pay taxes because federal law discourages financial institutions from engaging in such partnerships.

Banking 279

Banking Marijuana Policy Safety 279

NORML

JANUARY 14, 2019

The most essential component in creating a stable business environment to meet consumer demand is certainty, and that is what states and businesses would have with Congressman Correa’s legislation to protect state-lawful programs from potential rouge US Attorneys under a Department of Justice likely to be led by known drug warrior William Barr.

Programs 254

Programs Legislation Marijuana Legalization 254

NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

Thousands of state-licensed and regulated businesses lack access to the banking industry and are unable to accept credit cards, deposit revenues, or write checks to meet payroll or pay taxes because federal law discourages financial institutions from engaging in such partnerships. With 97.7% of the U.S.

Banking 229

Banking Marijuana Safety Policy 229

NORML

MAY 19, 2020

Attorneys Generals from 34 states and territories sent a letter today to Congressional leadership urging members to expeditiously pass The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act so that state-licensed cannabis business can explicitly engage in relationships with banks and other financial institutions.

Banking 363

Banking Marijuana Legislation Safety 363

CannaMD

MARCH 19, 2020

To that, end we’ve organized official policies – including delivery details and more – for all Florida dispensaries , below. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of our facilities and dispensaries and have an ongoing Safety Policy Plan to assure sanitary production facilities. COLUMBIA CARE.

Policy 90

Policy Dispensary Patients Safety 90

MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Legalization may offer expanded access to medical cannabis for patients suffering from various conditions, providing alternative treatment options and symptom relief. However, challenges remain in ensuring equitable access to participation in the legal cannabis market and addressing disparities in ownership and representation.

Legalization 52

Legalization Access Programs Education 52

Veriheal

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Let’s take a look at how businesses are parting ways with traditional “cannabis tests” as well as how legal access leads to fair employment opportunities for consumers alike. At that time, illicit substances were perceived as a significant threat to both workplace productivity and safety.

Policy 117

Policy Safety Treatment Business 117

NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

In the previous Congress, The Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act became the first bill in American history to end the federal policy of criminalization that earned bipartisan support. Marijuana legalization is here to stay and it is time that federal policy reflect that.” ” said NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri.

Legislation 251

Legislation Marijuana Policy Research and Development 251

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 20, 2022

AUGUSTA – Today, the State of Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) released a report examining how cannabis consumption, market dynamics, and health outcomes vary by geographic region, cannabis market, and other variables.

Programs 52

Programs Policy Consumption Access 52

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2022

Impacts include risks to public safety and security, impacts on governmental regulatory agency access to banking and depository services, and impacts on small and minority cannabis businesses. CANNRA+Banking+Letter_FINAL.

Banking 52

Banking Policy Safety Access 52

Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The SAFE Banking Act, which would allow federally regulated financial institutions to work with state-legal cannabis businesses, has been passed by the U.S. Recent polling found that two-thirds of voters support cannabis banking access. 63% agree that allowing cannabis-related businesses to access banks will improve public safety.

Banking 72

Banking Safety Access Legislation 72

NORML

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

As the tentacles of the federal policy of cannabis prohibition run deep into nearly every sector of American public policy, a new voice emerged to call for clarity regarding state-legal cannabis marketplaces: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Cannabis businesses ought to be held to the same standards as other commercial enterprises.

Banking 137

Banking Policy Business Safety 137

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2022

The problem isn’t just about the convenience of engaging in daily banking transactions like any other business, but is a direct safety issue as cannabis businesses are known to have large amounts of cash. While cannabis may be legal in Oregon, criminal enterprises are very aware of this impediment and target cannabis businesses.

Banking 52

Banking Business Access Safety 52

NORML

JANUARY 15, 2019

In Senate testimony today, nominee for Attorney General William Barr committed to not use the limited resources of the Department of Justice to prosecute state-regulated and compliant marijuana businesses. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

Programs 278

Programs Legalization Marijuana Policy 278

SpeedWeed

MARCH 19, 2021

A new cannabis coalition made up of a wide variety of national corporations, including tobacco and alcohol firms, launched today with the purpose of influencing policy and potentially shaping the first federal cannabis regulations. Any one of which is enough to make anybody pause before they go forward with legalization.

Business 52

Business Legalization Policy Education 52

SpeedWeed

AUGUST 19, 2021

Despite a busy year on the state level and multiple bills announced and introduced into Congress, not much legislative progress has been made on federal cannabis policy in 2021. . In fact, cash strapped small and minority owned businesses help big cannabis companies maintain their competitive advantage.”.

Access 52

Access Cultivation Banking Legislation 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Understanding these trends is vital for businesses to effectively meet consumer needs and stay competitive in the market. Regulatory Framework and Policy Implications The regulatory framework governing the medical marijuana industry has profound implications for businesses, consumers, and society as a whole.

Supply Chain 105

Supply Chain Research and Development Marijuana Seed-To-Sale 105

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

A bipartisan coalition of more than 100 co-sponsors has reintroduced legislation in Congress, The Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act (SAFE Banking Act), HR 1595 , to allow state-licensed marijuana-related businesses to engage freely in relationships with banks and other financial institutions. This situation is untenable.

Banking 183

Banking Access Business Safety 183

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. FL resident? IN resident? NH resident?

Legislation 244

Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 244

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

If left to their own devices in Cannabis, a mixed bag of state regulations will continue to confuse the market as they rush to implement policies that are challenging for business and almost impossible for the consumer to understand. QUESTION: What’s the state of the Cannabis business today? . We all have to do better.

Business 95

Business Data Wellness and Beauty Safety 95

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

While I’m proud of so much of the work we have done to increase access to cannabis for tens of millions of people across the country, in hindsight, it’s clear that Parallel has not handled the social responsibility that came with being in such a privileged position in the markets we serve. Hindsight is unfortunately 20/20.

Policy 52

Policy Advocacy Legislation Business 52

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 28, 2020

National Cannabis Industry Association Releases Extensive Report on Vaping Illness and Related Policy. The cannabis industry has a serious and disruptive illicit market problem that is directly affecting public health and safety. We’re sure you have read all the opinions available on this report by now.

Vaping 59

Vaping Policy Safety Environment 59

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 17, 2019

The Sacramento Bee reports……The survey found that 82 percent of surveyed bank executives support Congress passing a law allowing financial institutions to do business with cannabis companies, a practice that is restricted because marijuana is considered an illegal narcotic at the federal level.

Access 55

Access Banking Safety Events 55

Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

In this article, we will explore the importance of security for cannabis dispensaries and the measures that can be taken to ensure the safety of both customers and employees. Additionally, many dispensaries operate as cash-only businesses, which makes them vulnerable to robbery.

Dispensary 94

Dispensary Compliance Compliance Events 94

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2022

The alleged violations involve “pervasive irregularities” that prevented regulators from evaluating whether products from the licensees’ cultivation facilities were properly tested for quality and safety, security camera outages that were not reported to regulators, and improper use of pesticides on their products. On June 8, 2022, the U.S.

Business 52

Business Marijuana Safety Banking 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2019

Cannabis advertising alone is a regulatory concern, and in-house counsel should play a role in their company’s advertising policies to avoid hefty fines and other consequences, according to in-house and law firm lawyers who practice in the growing cannabis industry. Here’s the introduction to the piece. Read full article at [link].

Policy 55

Policy Compliance Compliance Safety 55

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 20, 2021

–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cannabis entrepreneurs affected by the War on Drugs can have their license or renewal fee waived, following the approval of emergency regulations issued by the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC). Emergency regulations for the equity license fee waiver program were approved today. SACRAMENTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS

Business 52

Business Programs Environment Access 52

MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As Missouri patients gain access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions, understanding and advocating for MMJ patient rights is of paramount importance. Safe Access: Patients have the right to access medical cannabis from licensed dispensaries, which are regulated to ensure product safety and quality.

Advocacy 52

Advocacy Patients Legalization Access 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 20, 2024

Through these specialized services, Maryland dispensaries play a crucial role in providing accessible and quality medical cannabis options to patients statewide. These expansions aim to increase patient access and address supply shortages experienced in the past.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Programs Access Patients 52

Project CBD

AUGUST 23, 2023

Solicited by a formal Congressional Request for Information (RFI) on ideas for how to regulate hemp-derived CBD, public feedback included a diverse range of perspectives from businesses, trade associations, and other stakeholders. 9 We cannot assume that these novel compounds are safe based on the safety profile of natural cannabinoids. .”

Cannabinoids 141

Cannabinoids Hemp THC Safety 141

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2022

“Opinion Makers” Audience From Tunnl Sees Prices and Inflation Increasing Over Next Six Months, With Majority Having A Pessimistic View Of World Safety, But Optimism Over Vaccine Rates Increasing And Supply Chain Issues Decreasing. The Opinion Makers survey analyzed perceptions in four key areas – Finance, Stability, Policy and Politics.

Business 52

Business Supply Chain Advocacy Media 52

MassRoots

JULY 30, 2020

In addition to the dramatic cuts to the weekly enhancements of state unemployment benefits and safety net programs proposed in the House’s version (The HEROES Act), the Senate’s package does not include language that would protect banks who service the legal cannabis industry. Criticism From Senate Republicans.

Banking 116

Banking Legislation Marijuana Packaging 116

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2022

Create new tax credits for equity licensees and some cannabis businesses with stronger labor standards. Make illegal cannabis businesses liable for all unpaid tax and allow bad actors to be held personally liable for tax evasion. You can access the bill language here. Strengthen labor peace requirements. DCC Director.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Legislation Collective Retail 52

Veriheal

AUGUST 14, 2023

However, this rigid federal stance contrasts starkly with state-level policies. Lastly, the absence of card transactions severely restricts the financial data available to these businesses for analysis and strategic planning. In 38 states , cannabis has been legalized to varying degrees for medicinal and recreational use.

Banking 98

Banking Dispensary Cannabis Recreational 98

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The National Safety Council (NSC), America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate, released results of a survey conducted as part of an ongoing effort to assess the risks of cannabis in the workplace and the results are clear: employers must do more to educate and protect their workers. ET : Cannabis and Safety. 11 , 10:30 a.m.

Safety 52

Safety Research and Development Policy Education 52