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Local Retail Cannabis Programs to Be Expanded Under California’s New $20M Grant Program

Veriheal

APRIL 24, 2023

A Local Jurisdiction Retail Access Grant program that would aid local jurisdictions in broadening consumer access to regulated cannabis products has been set in motion by California’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC). Click here to view a complete list of Local Jurisdiction Retail Access Grant programs.

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New York’s Cannabis Packaging, the FCF’s Cannabis Policy, & a California MMJ Assistance Program

Veriheal

JUNE 3, 2022

New York proposed a set of packaging and marketing rules for recreational cannabis, a Fan Controlled Football player was cut for smoking cannabis on the field, and a California program is making medical cannabis more affordable for patients. New York Moves to Regulate Recreational Cannabis Packaging.

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Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has released a report examining the efficacy of state medical cannabis laws.

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.

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Last Prisoner Project Launches Reentry Partnerships Program to Empower Cannabis Prisoners as They Return to Society

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 31, 2022

Cannabis criminal justice reform nonprofit Last Prisoner Project (LPP) utilizes a three-pronged approach of release, record clearing, and reentry to secure full freedom for the communities we serve. You can learn more about LPP’s Reentry Partnerships Program and the recently launched initiatives below. Ready to Hire.

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6 ways you can help free cannabis prisoners

The Cannigma

AUGUST 10, 2022

Cannabis legalization is sweeping the world. But in this green wave, thousands of people are getting left behind – people imprisoned for cannabis. But in this green wave, thousands of people are getting left behind – people imprisoned for cannabis. Cannabis arrests in America. And cannabis is one of the leading charges.

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Texas NORML: Patient Lobby Day Recap

NORML

MARCH 4, 2019

In the Texas State Capitol Building, dozens of patients joined us to ask their legislators to coauthor legislation that makes the Texas Compassionate Use Program more inclusive and effective. Make a donation to support our work at the legislature! Marijuana policy should be evidence based. Stay tuned to watch the hearing.

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Oregon NORML, In Partnership With The Oregon Justice League, Files “Legalization Justice Act of 2020”

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.” Background.

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Canadian Cannabis Amnesty Advocacy Group Wants Action

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2022

Cannabis is legal. It’s been 4 years since cannabis legalization. And while many of us have and continue to the enjoy the benefits of legalization, an estimated 500,000 Canadians with criminal records for cannabis related offences do not. 500K Canadians with cannabis records. 9x More Indigenous arrest for cannabis.

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Press Release: Terrapin calls on the cannabis industry to lead an anti-racist movement

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In honor of National Expungement Works ‘ Week of Action and Awareness, multistate cannabis company Terrapin highlighted social equity and expungement partnerships in an effort to drive widespread industry leadership around the critical issue of diversity, equity and inclusion. BOULDER, Colo.,

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Ayr Wellness Announces Changing Legacies, A Series of Expungement Events

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

multi-state cannabis operator (“MSO”), today announced the launch of Changing Legacies , a series of record expungement clinics scheduled to take place on February 27, 2022. The main objective of our ‘Changing Legacies’ program is to create an ecosystem of support, partnership and hope for that better future. Clean Slate NY (501c3).

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NORML KC to Kick Off Series of Educational Seminars

NORML

JUNE 5, 2019

One of our main objectives for these seminars is to ensure patients have free resources and education around the new medical marijuana program. Donate today to support our efforts! This location is accessible and the general public is welcome to attend. Please support our efforts by making a one-time donation!

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A Closer Look at Entheogenic Rules for Psilocybin Services

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2022

Measure 109 contains no provisions for religious psilocybin use, so the entheogenic framework would independently supplement Oregon’s psilocybin program to increase equity and affordable access and pay proper homage to psilocybin’s historic indigenous use. Practitioner Qualifications. Service Centers.

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Embedding A Culture of DEI

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2021

Join us for a panel discussion on how cannabis businesses can authentically create a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion culture to improve hiring and staff retention. 10 Suggested donation to support NuLeaf Project. Special thanks to our Social Justice Program Sponsor: Weedmaps. About this event.

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California’s Permanent Cannabis Regulations: Our Feedback to the BCC

Meadow

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

California just got another step closer to finalizing the regulations that will oversee its legal cannabis industry. Photo credit: mike rosati Track and Trace Implementation While the BCC is not responsible for the state’s track and trace program, all licensees depend on the system. Because if you’re not at the table, you’re on it.

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Perfecting cannabis with Michael Backes

The Cannigma

APRIL 7, 2022

Listen & Subscribe: A common issue that is present in the cannabis market is the inconsistency of products. In our chat, Michael shares his personal journey into the cannabis space, and how his history of migraines aided him in discovering the powers of medical marijuana. Welcome to The Cannabis Enigma Podcast. EG: Right.

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In the Weeds: Missouri Settles With Producers, Treasury Seeks Input on Marijuana Businesses

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2022

Medical Cannabis Producers Enter Settlement to Resolve Allegations of Pervasive Irregularities. The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has stepped up its attempts to collect about $200,000 in unpaid taxes from both illegal and licensed cannabis operations. June 15, 2022. Newsworthy Highlights.

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MAPS Is 36 Years Old – Doblin Provides Precis Timeline of the Organization

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 8, 2022

MAPS continued to publish Bulletin articles about MDMA research , requests for donations , and discontinuing animal studies. MAPS hired Sylvia Thyssen as our first employee , celebrated the 50th anniversary of LSD , outlined perspectives on drug policy , and worked toward facilitating a pilot study for medical marijuana.

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Meadowlands Keynote with Lori Ajax

Meadow

JUNE 29, 2018

California Cannabis Operators listening to Lori Ajax and David Hua at Meadowlands (Photo Credit by Kandid Kush) Feel free to share widely?—?we we want everyone who did not have the opportunity to attend Meadowlands to have access to this content. Is there an avenue to donate to compassion? (6:27) Is there a remediation process?

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NORML Chapter Newsletter

NORML

JANUARY 2, 2019

California NORML Supports Legislation to Protect Cannabis Compassion Programs. These programs are now threatened by Prop. 64, which requires that all donations be taxed at the same rate as if they were sold. I happen to have been a victim of arrest for cultivating cannabis for my own use, so this is personal to me.”.

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Psychedelic Invest’s 100 Most Influential People in Psychedelics List

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 4, 2021

He has also donated significant sums of money to several different research centers and non-profits, and has influenced the funding of several large psychedelics initiatives. Amanda Feilding, Countess of Wemyss and March is an English drug policy reformer, lobbyist and research coordinator. in/timferriss/ [link]. Andrew Yang.

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To Lobby or Not to Lobby, Part 2

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Part 2: To Lobby or Not to Lobby: That is the Cannabis Question. “ The cannabis business is booming in Florida. ” — Why lobby against cannabis? Cannabis lobbying groups are spending up to $60,000 a month apiece trying to win friends and persuade recalcitrant lawmakers to see their point of view.”

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Local Retail Cannabis Programs to Be Expanded Under California’s New $20M Grant Program

New York’s Cannabis Packaging, the FCF’s Cannabis Policy, & a California MMJ Assistance Program

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Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has released a report examining the efficacy of state medical cannabis laws.

Last Prisoner Project Launches Reentry Partnerships Program to Empower Cannabis Prisoners as They Return to Society

6 ways you can help free cannabis prisoners

Texas NORML: Patient Lobby Day Recap

Oregon NORML, In Partnership With The Oregon Justice League, Files “Legalization Justice Act of 2020”

Canadian Cannabis Amnesty Advocacy Group Wants Action

Press Release: Terrapin calls on the cannabis industry to lead an anti-racist movement

Ayr Wellness Announces Changing Legacies, A Series of Expungement Events

NORML KC to Kick Off Series of Educational Seminars

A Closer Look at Entheogenic Rules for Psilocybin Services

Embedding A Culture of DEI

California’s Permanent Cannabis Regulations: Our Feedback to the BCC

Perfecting cannabis with Michael Backes

In the Weeds: Missouri Settles With Producers, Treasury Seeks Input on Marijuana Businesses

MAPS Is 36 Years Old – Doblin Provides Precis Timeline of the Organization

Meadowlands Keynote with Lori Ajax

NORML Chapter Newsletter

Psychedelic Invest’s 100 Most Influential People in Psychedelics List

To Lobby or Not to Lobby, Part 2

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