Illinois News Joint

JUNE 1, 2025

Since recreational legalization in January 2020, only one Illinois cannabis-related bill, House Bill 1443 (HB1443), has been passed to reform either the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act or the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. All cannabis-related bills can still be passed during the fall veto session.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 29, 2025

The Division of Cannabis Regulation sent out emails today to those in the Medical Cannabis Patient Program and Opioid Alternative Patient Program stating that new online registration portal is now ready for use. Caregivers, under this new system, will have a separate login in order to obtain access to your patients information.

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NORML

MAY 26, 2020

A team of Israeli researchers conducted a randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial to assess the safety and efficacy of a novel, metered-dose cannabis inhaler in 27 patients with chronic pain. Adverse events were mostly mild and resolved spontaneously. The 1mg dose showed a significant pain decrease compared to the placebo.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2019

All of these FREE events will focus on rules and regulations of Amendment 2, now Article XIV, for patients and caregivers. These events will have a special topic each month and everyone will have time for Q&A. This location is accessible and the general public is welcome to attend. Callicoat, M.D.

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Cannabis Cheri

MARCH 14, 2020

While some very early research shows that CBD may have some anti-viral properties, there is no research that shows cannabis, THC or CBD rich, to be a cure for viruses or even colds. That said, cannabis can definitely help ease symptoms such as inflammation and aches and pains. How Will the Coronavirus Affect the Cannabis World?

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 30, 2025

Earlier today, the Illinois House Executive Committee approved Senate Bill 2090 , a former public funds bill that has been amended as a shell bill for a new cannabis omnibus. Another popular amendment allows for drive-through pickup for medical patients.

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Veriheal

APRIL 26, 2023

Brian Mast—recently introduced the Veterans Equal Access Act. If passed by Congress and signed into law, the Veterans Equal Access Act would allow doctors at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare facilities to issue recommendations for state-legal medical cannabis. How Does Cannabis Benefit Veterans?

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NORML

MARCH 21, 2020

We encourage you to read our post about our efforts and best practices for the cannabis community during these trying times. Veteran Access : HR 1647, the Veterans Equal Access Act, would allow V.A. Legislation is pending, House Bill 83, to automatically expunge certain prior cannabis convictions. Your Highness, Carly.

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NORML

JANUARY 24, 2019

Three medical cannabis bills cleared the Senate Committee on Education and Health this morning and are headed to the Senate floor. Senator Siobhan Dunnavant’s SB1557 would clarify last year’s landmark Let Doctors Decide medical cannabis legislation.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 24, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the Division of Cannabis Regulation announced today an official Metrc implementation timeline for licensed cannabis businesses transitioning from BioTrack to Metrc as Illinois’ track-and-trace data system. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 4, 2025

The Danville City Council voted Tuesday to approve two ordinance amendments pertaining to cannabis-consumption lounges. Needing 8 votes to pass, the City Council voted 9-5 to approve the ordinances that now allows licensed dispensaries in Danville to host on-site consumption of cannabis between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. and 10 p.m.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 22, 2025

The Division of Cannabis Regulation today sent out emails for a second notice to those in the Medical Cannabis Patient Program and Opioid Alternative Patient Program about the new online registration portal that will be live Tuesday, April 29, 2025. Caregivers will have a separate login to access your patients information.

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NORML

MAY 12, 2020

Tamara Netzel was a middle school English teacher, an Army officer’s wife, and possibly the most cannabis naive individual you could have met. By the time she learned she was breaking the law, cannabis medicine was saving her life. Tamara knew she had to get involved and work to change the law in her state of Virginia.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Tickets include two drinks, access to the Dab and Flower Bar, light snacks, and goodie bags with featured sponsors, such as Edie Parker , Nu Era , and Smoke Signals Greeting Cards. Stoner Speed Dating Events can be found in Instagram @stonersinglesevents and contacted here. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Americans for Safe Access

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Updates include important federal cannabis reforms that have been signed into law or are pending before Congress, as well as PFC's new role as a GMP Certifier in New York state, a new episode of the Cannabis Enigma podcast, and a sneak peek at the revamped state report card.

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NORML

AUGUST 13, 2019

adult-use, patient access, decriminalization etc.) Priority legislation includes: the Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act , the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act , the VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act and more! Regardless of the policy you’re advocating for (e.g.,

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NORML

MARCH 4, 2019

HB 1365 (authored by Rep Lucio, III) and SB90 (authored by Sen Menendez) would allow patients with debilitating conditions access to medical cannabis to therapeutically treat the symptoms of their condition. View pictures from the event! Ask your legislators to coauthor HB 1365 and SB 90 now! Stay tuned to watch the hearing.

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NORML

JANUARY 9, 2020

Here’s what’s currently on the books so far: Virginia 2020 Cannabis Lobby Day. Delaware Citizens’ Cannabis Lobby Day XXV. We need the 61% of Delawareans who support legalization to stand with us to end cannabis prohibition in the 1st State. Maryland Cannabis Policy Lobby Day. Meetings will begin at 9am.

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Americans for Safe Access

AUGUST 23, 2019

but that some patients have also acknowledged use of cannabis products containing THC. At this time there is no specific product that has been implicated in these adverse events, but we at ASA wanted to reach out and remind consumers and patients to be aware of the products they are consuming.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

Like many people who are drawn to work with and advocate for medical cannabis , I first saw the difference that cannabis can make with someone very close to me. The more I read about it, the more I became fascinated with the chemistry and potential of cannabis. Transfering nurses’ skills to cannabis medicine.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 28, 2021

Pharmaceutical and Medical Cannabis Leaders Zambon GmbH and Adven GmbH will Drive Medical Cannabis Supporting Treatments for Neurological Therapies. The aim of the agreement is to make medical cannabis treatments available to patients, with an initial focus on neurological therapies. The market for medical cannabis in Germany.

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NORML

JULY 16, 2019

Are you planning to cultivate your own medical cannabis or interested in being a caregiver? This location is accessible and the general public is welcome to attend. This location is accessible and the general public is welcome to attend. We will also be discussing chapter updates, continued efforts and upcoming events.

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Americans for Safe Access

JANUARY 17, 2022

Check out ASA's annual recap of the important developments and events of the past year in the January issue of the ASA Activist Newsletter. You'll also find new PFC training courses, certifications, and a free guide for cannabis businesses. . Subscribe today!

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Key Transaction Details: The Valens Company, a leading Canadian manufacturer of cannabis products, has entered into a long-term partnership with Epsilon, for exclusive access to the Epsilon’s GMP Manufacturing Facility in Southport , Queensland Australia (the “ Southport Facility ‘).

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NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

All three women are longtime West Coast cannabis advocates. She generated international headlines when she opened the World Famous Cannabis Cafe in 2009, the nation’s first public-facing cannabis consumption lounge. “That is discrimination.” “That is discrimination.” Background.

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Veriheal

MARCH 18, 2024

The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC), which regulates the cultivation, licensing, and selling of cannabis in the state, is set to host a series of clinics designated to help new or existing state medical marijuana patients with signing up or re-enrolling in their cannabis program. and run until 4 p.m.,

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Last week, Illinois officials released the Annual Cannabis Report for Fiscal Year 2024. In coordination with the Cannabis Regulation Oversight Office (CROO) and legislators, IDFPR has begun efforts to allow medical patients to receive their medical tax rate at any dispensary in Illinois. In addition, IDFPR lists as its No.

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Project CBD

JUNE 16, 2023

Cannabis is supposed to be relaxing and fun. Report after report portends doom with headlines like “the world’s largest legal weed market is going up in smoke ” (The Economist), “California pot industry facing ‘ extinction event ‘” (SF Gate), and “ Despair in Emerald Triangle as CA legal cannabis collapses” (CalMatters).

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NORML

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Governor of Pennsylvania, is beginning a state-wide listening tour to find out where PA residents stand on cannabis legalization. Manor Township, Pennsylvania is considering a proposal that would decriminalize cannabis possession. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access. John Fetterman, Lt. CA resident?

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

We believe incorporating academia into the cannabis community is one of the best ways to help normalize the plant. This not only includes faculty, administration, and cannabis horticulture courses but also students. One positive trend in academia in Illinois is the creation of registered student organizations (RSO) for “cannabis clubs.”

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Medical cannabis dispensaries and their patients are affected.” In March, a failed cannabis regulation bill included a provision providing that “a dispensing organization may dispense cannabis from a drive-through window of the restricted access area or a curbside pickup location in close proximity to the restricted access area.”

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Americans for Safe Access

JULY 28, 2021

Check out the July 2021 issue of the ASA Activist Newsletter to find out about the long-awaited Senate cannabis legalization proposal and what ASA is doing to shape it to meet patient needs. You'll also read about what ASA is doing to get changes in cannabis drug testing so positive drug tests don't end anyone's career or Olympic dreams. .

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 8, 2025

The Office of the Illinois State Treasurer (Treasurer) this week issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for banking services for cash processing of medical and recreational cannabis tax payments. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, subscribe to Illinois News Joint s newsletter here. For Illinois News Joint reviews, visit here.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 6, 2021

Anvisa (National Health Surveillance Agency) will hold a virtual seminar on the Sanitary Authorization process for Cannabis Products. The event starts on August 9th at 3pm and there will be no need to register. To participate, simply access the meeting link on the day and time scheduled. Collegiate Board Resolution 327/2019 .

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Office of the Governor sent two letters to Alexi Giannoulias informing the Secretary of State that two new appointments have been designated to the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB). She served as Chair for Illinois’ first medical cannabis advisory board. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 17, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) recently released two press announcements dealing with the new online portal for cannabis businesses. The first announcement stated that Illinois is set to streamline cannabis business operations with the launch of the new online licensing portal (see following article about paperless system ).

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BTIG announced today that it will hold its first cannabis-focused conference, which will take place virtually, on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. This one-day event will include thematic panel discussions, fireside chats and one-on-one meetings. His coverage of U.S. About BTIG. Disclaimer: [link].

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