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Rep. Lee: Fight to end restrictions on veterans’ access to medical marijuana

NORML

Polling from the American Legion shows that nearly 1 in 4 veterans consume marijuana to alleviate symptoms of a medical or physical condition. Similar language to protect VA doctors had been previously considered and approved in both chambers of Congress, but shamefully it was stripped out of the final package.

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The Very Large and Vexing Lawsuit Re: Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome

Canna Law Blog

Here, it’s worth noting that cannabis packaging rules in Canada are quite strict and comprehensive, and they do require other “ health warning messages.” Canada utilizes the DSM-5 , which lists cannabis use disorder (“CUD”) among its diagnosable mental health conditions. Could other health claims follow? Like the U.S.,

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

Veriheal

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

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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Weekly Legislative Roundup 5/10/19

NORML

Members of an Ohio medical board committee recommended that autism and anxiety be added to the state’s medical cannabis qualifying conditions list, but rejected petitions to add depression, insomnia, and opioid addiction. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of medical cannabis access. AL resident? Burton Hearing Room.

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The Valens Company Achieves Access to GMP Manufacturing in Australia & Expands International Footprint to Asia-Pacific through Exclusive Partnership with Epsilon Healthcare

Cannabis Law Report

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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A Patient’s Guide to Medical Marijuana Edibles in Miami

LifeCannMD

Most notably, Florida does not allow packaging that resembles a childhood candy. Edibles must be in plain, discrete packaging and not in gummy bear or similar form. The childproof containers can be challenging, but the medication itself is accessible.”

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