Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

In November 2012, Washington voters approved the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational cannabis within Washington state under what is known as Initiative 502 (“I-502”). It also goes against the principle of harm reduction, which is one basis of medical cannabis legalization policy.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 14, 2022

It is hard to imagine these new rules not resulting in downstream testing compliance requirements from retailers to processors and producers. Logically the burden of compliance would likely be shifted to them. Retails and processors may also require producers to indemnify them, even if they certify to complaint product.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 27, 2019

Weedmaps refused to change its policy at the time, citing Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act, which gives platforms like Facebook and YouTube safe harbor from being held liable for the content their users post. It said that “later this year” it would begin requiring U.S.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 17, 2022

It is hard to imagine these new rules not resulting in downstream testing compliance requirements by retailers to processors and producers. Because producers alone have direct control over pesticide use and avoidance procedures pre-harvest, the burden of compliance will likely be shifted to them.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It’s essential to be aware of the specific laws in your state to remain in compliance. Understanding MMJ regulations on a state-by-state basis is essential for both patients seeking access to MMJ and the businesses and professionals operating within this industry. These businesses are responsible for distributing MMJ to patients.

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NORML

MARCH 21, 2020

Given the current COVID-19 pandemic, the NORML team is working remotely in compliance with CDC guidelines. However, the work of reforming our nation’s failed marijuana laws is not suspended therefore we’re still updating you policy efforts across the country. Your Highness, Carly. Actions to Take. Presently, V.A.

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NORML

JANUARY 18, 2019

At the state level, patients in Ohio and Oklahoma now have access to medical cannabis, as sales began in both states this week. A medical cannabis access bill was signed into law in the U.S. Legislation is pending, House Bill 5595, to permit the use, possession, cultivation, and retail sale of marijuana for adults 21 and over.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 13, 2022

We know that current tax policies disproportionately burden cannabis farmers and small businesses and create instability throughout the supply chain, ultimately undermining the societal benefits of a taxed and regulated market. Strengthening tax enforcement policies to increase tax compliance and collection and reduce unfair competition.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 11, 2022

The measure also calls on the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division , the state’s regulator of marijuana businesses, to “balance the amount of influence that the marijuana industry has” on pot-related policy and rulemaking. BILL SUMMARY. Improve Marijuana Industry Regulation. 2022 Regular Session.

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Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

However, as with any retail establishment, security is a significant concern for cannabis dispensaries. In addition to these risks, there is also the threat of regulatory compliance violations. The footage should be stored in a secure location and only accessed by authorized personnel.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

They include things like: Track and Trace Compliance. Hands down one of the most common things we hear about from businesses facing inspections is questions about METRC compliance. It’s not uncommon for the agency to send notices of compliance demanding correction of METRC tagging issues within just a couple of days.

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NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

North Dakota’s first medical cannabis dispensary opened its doors last week in Fargo; and registered out-of-state medical cannabis patients will now be able to access their medicine while visiting Hawaii. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 24, to expand access to medical cannabis in the state. CO resident? Update : H.333

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NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

The House Financial Services subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions held a hearing Wednesday to address the lack of access to basic banking services by state-legal marijuana businesses. ” At a more local level, the decriminalization policy in Dayton, Ohio went into effect this week. GA resident?

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NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

Legislation is pending, House Bill 1272, to expand access to medical cannabis in North Dakota. Legislation is pending, House Bill 350, to expand medical cannabis access. Legislation is pending, House Bill 335, to expand access to medical cannabis in New Hampshire. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of medical access.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

New Jersey lawmakers have come to an agreement with Governor Murphy regarding retail marijuana tax rates, settling on charging sales tax by weight as opposed to a specific percentage. Senate Bill 1003 / House Bill 2273 to amend the state’s existing industrial hemp law to be in compliance with the new federal hemp regulations.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

The 15% excise tax on cannabis sales would remain, and the collection and remittance of that tax would be limited to retail sales beginning January 1, 2023. Gavin Newsom introduced proposed revisions to his 2022-2023 budget proposal, which would eliminate the cannabis cultivation tax rate beginning July 1, 2022. per ounce of flower, $3.00

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United Patients Group

JANUARY 4, 2024

These roles complement healthcare practitioners’ vital work and shape the future of healthcare delivery, policy, and administration. Tasked with overseeing budgets, managing personnel, and implementing policies, healthcare administrators are instrumental in maintaining the integrity of healthcare delivery systems.

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NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

1647, the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans. Separately, House Bill 7371 would establish a regulatory framework for the licensed retail sale of adult use marijuana. Legislation is pending, HF 766 / SF 1070, to expand access to medical cannabis in the state.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 30, 2022

Federal law still treats cannabis as a Schedule I narcotic, which means businesses have limited access to banking. A policy should be in place for employees to conduct inspections on a regular basis and to promptly document and report any observed potential hazards.

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NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Legislation that would have significantly expanded patient access to medical cannabis in Rhode Island was held in a senate committee for further study, ultimately killing the bill. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 236, to allow qualifying patients with certain debilitating conditions to use and safely access medical cannabis.

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NORML

MARCH 1, 2019

House Bill 324 seeks to expand and facilitate patients’ access to medical cannabidiol (CBD) products. The pending legislation seeks to establish a regulatory framework to permit the retail sale of medical CBD products to registered patients. GA resident? Click here to email your lawmakers in support of industrial hemp production.

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NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Separately, House Bill 7371 would establish a regulatory framework for the licensed retail sale of adult use marijuana. Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 59, to expand medical cannabis access. CT resident? DE resident? DE resident? GA resident?

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NORML

MAY 31, 2019

This week, the US Food and Drug Administration is taking in-person public testimony with regard to the “manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale” of CBD-infused retail products. Click here to email your governor in support of medical cannabis access. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk.

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MMJ Recs

AUGUST 30, 2021

Even though laws were put into place that legalized MMJ and made it possible for qualifying patients to access the medication, dispensaries and sales had not yet come into play. According to the Marijuana Policy Project, each state has its own tax laws regarding the legal sale of medical marijuana.

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MedicalJane

MAY 21, 2020

All seed-to-sale tracking systems must be able to interface with the State’s track and trace system, provide the DHSS with access to all stored data, and assure confidentiality of patient information and records. Randal Williams, et al. Coronavirus lockdowns have caused further delays in dispensary openings.

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NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Governor Kevin Stitt (R) of Oklahoma signed legislation into law to permit the retail sale of hemp and hemp-derived CBD products. Legislation is pending, AB 286, to temporarily reduce tax rates imposed on the retail sale and commercial cultivation of cannabis. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

And while cannabis-friendly banks do exist, they generally have internal policies limiting how many high-risk customers they’re willing to take on. Inquire about the bank’s compliance standards, requirements and reporting procedures. You’ll get access to checking, savings and money market accounts as well as online banking.

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WeedAdvisor

MARCH 14, 2019

Licensed producers and online cannabis retail outlets all request age verification in the same manner, making it easy for youth to access cannabis content – although in all fairness, they cannot make a purchase. Youth Accessing Advertisements. This does not sit well with Health Canada.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 27, 2019

“While Canada has a lucrative opportunity with our head start in the nascent global cannabis industry, we need a public policy environment that will help maximize the full economic potential of the sector,” group co-chair and Chamber cannabis policy lead Ryan Greer said in the news release. Full Story at MJ Biz.

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WeedAdvisor

JUNE 27, 2019

It threatens to create massive retail store gaps that only the black market will fill. “A But the federal government has generally taken a hands-off approach toward state laws loosening access to the drug.”. Meeting demand also likely involves establishing more retail locations. A Hands-Off Approach”. .

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 11, 2019

These legal considerations include the preference of some cannabis retail customers to using cash as a payment method, concerns around privacy, and the risks associated with the supply of cannabis to ensure its provenance from legal sources. In the U.S., licensing and permit information relating to all levels of government.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Lelovic has had a distinguished career as a seasoned chartered professional accountant with experience in the retail, technology, and energy sectors. He has extensive experience in management, risk mitigation and controls, integration, due diligence, and financial reporting. Corey Herscu for TruTrace Technologies.

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WeedAdvisor

JULY 8, 2019

With Britain recently allowing its own medical marijuana program (albeit with flaws and accessibility issues), it is hardly surprising that the green wave spread. If the results are positive, however, this means a ground-breaking permanent change in marijuana policy. Better Access and Different Rules. . Eligible Conditions. .

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2021

Licensing Agreement with TerrAscend will provide New Jersey with access to Cookies branded products. Add that to the first Cookies retail experience, located in the shadow of the famous ‘Bada Bing’ from The Sopranos, this launch is going to be epic on every level!”. BOONTON, N.J.–(BUSINESS About Cookies.

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The Cannigma

MAY 18, 2021

In legal cannabis states like California, many consumers stopped using regular dealers only to realize that the retailers in their neighborhood are more expensive and have less variety than their dealer — and don’t do efficient delivery. What’s the sense of coming such a long way, if things aren’t truly better than they were before?

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Washington is essentially implementing the Food and Drug Administration’s (“FDA”) policy on Hemp-CBD as a food ingredient. Licensed retailers are still free to sell CBD-infused edibles derived from marijuana, so long as those products were manufactured by a licensed processor. Epidiolex contains CBD.

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

It has sparked conversations and debates about social justice, criminal justice reform, and racial equity, as historically marginalized communities disproportionately affected by cannabis-related policies seek to participate in this burgeoning market. The economic benefits of cannabis investments also extend to job creation.

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