NORML

JANUARY 10, 2020

Welcome to the first Weekly Legislative Roundup of 2020! At the local level, Norristown, PA city council approved an ordinance to decriminalize up to 30 grams of marijuana. Legislation has been pre-filed for 2020, House Bill 25 / Senate Bill 242, to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana. FL resident?

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SMPL

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

The legislation would allow patients with qualifying conditions to purchase cannabis products from licensed dispensaries. The next stop for the legislation will be the Senate floor. Tim Melson (R) sponsored both versions of the legislation and served as chairman of the review panel. Read the entire article here.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2019

Cuomo and state legislators must correct staggering inequities and promote public safety by passing the Marijuana Revenue and Taxation Act. Individuals arrested for possession subsequently struggle to access housing, student loans, professional licensing and government benefits. In the final days of session, Gov.

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Recognizing this, Cuomo is amending his proposal to allow for the permitting of delivery services as a way to open up access to this new industry even further so more New Yorkers can participate as it grows. Cuomo’s proposal builds on years of work to understand and decriminalize cannabis for adult use.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2019

The recent trend towards decriminalization of cannabis in other countries suggests they may be right, but in the meantime, a proliferation of products containing extracts from cannabis plants are appearing in UK stores. What is the relevant legislation?

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

However, the AAFP supports decriminalization of possession of marijuana for personal use. The AAFP advocates for robust regulation regarding labeling and child-proof packaging of all marijuana and cannabinoid products. Relevant AAFP Policy. Marijuana Possession for Personal Use. and 2.3%, respectively.

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NORML

APRIL 26, 2019

At the state level, Governor Doug Burgum of North Dakota signed a package of bills into law to expand the state’s medical cannabis access program. Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state. AL resident? AL resident?

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 3, 2021

Others have begun decriminalizing cannabis. The difference with cannabis is that its true healing power lies with accessing the whole plant rather than picking and choosing compounds. Manufacturing and packaging requirements for cannabis are extremely particular, but what that looks like is different in every state.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Others have begun decriminalizing cannabis. The difference with cannabis is that its true healing power lies with accessing the whole plant rather than picking and choosing compounds. Manufacturing and packaging requirements for cannabis are extremely particular, but what that looks like is different in every state.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Others have begun decriminalizing cannabis. The difference with cannabis is that its true healing power lies with accessing the whole plant rather than picking and choosing compounds. Manufacturing and packaging requirements for cannabis are extremely particular, but what that looks like is different in every state.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 2, 2021

Others have begun decriminalizing cannabis. The difference with cannabis is that its true healing power lies with accessing the whole plant rather than picking and choosing compounds. Manufacturing and packaging requirements for cannabis are extremely particular, but what that looks like is different in every state.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Some states that have passed recreational or medical marijuana legislation are still negotiating the details for implementing these programs. Mississippi passed legislation in 2020 to create a medical program. Other states are currently in the process of voting for legislation that could change their cannabis laws in 2022.

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The Cannigma

JANUARY 9, 2022

In Steve’s eyes (and now in ours after this conversation with Steve) New York is leading the charge in terms of progressive cannabis legislation, and the rest of the world would do well to take note! The Cannabis Enigma is a co-production of The Cannigma and Americans for Safe Access. Music by Desca. He got me excited about New York.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Florida patients now have access to edibles as long as they do not resemble any form that appeals to children. But stay tuned as this could mean HUGE changes that are in favor of cannabis access. . Florida patients, you now have access to medical edibles! . Lastly, the MORE Act has once again been delayed. Video Transcript.

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The Cannigma

JANUARY 9, 2022

In Steve’s eyes (and now in ours after this conversation with Steve) New York is leading the charge in terms of progressive cannabis legislation, and the rest of the world would do well to take note! The Cannabis Enigma is a co-production of The Cannigma and Americans for Safe Access. Music by Desca. He got me excited about New York.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 7, 2020

xii] They are “statutory”; in other words: Whether and to what extent deductions shall be allowed depends upon legislative grace; and only as there is clear provision therefor can any particular deduction be allowed. The CCUA, the Court explained, did not decriminalize marijuana in California. The Tax Court Provides Some Context.

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NORML

MAY 10, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Kevin Stitt (R) of Oklahoma signed legislation into law to permit osteopaths to recommend medical cannabis to their patients. Governor Eric Holcomb (R) of Indiana and Governor Ned Lamont (D) of Connecticut signed industrial hemp legislation into law.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 13, 2022

The lack of access to the traditional financial sector, and the need to do business in cash, makes dispensaries a prime target. Proposals to include the Act in broader legislation, such as the bipartisan-supported COMPETES Act focused on trade, would also face traditional Republican aversion to unrelated add-ons in large legislative packages.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 4, 2019

States continue to expand their legal cannabis markets, with Maine formally adopting rules for adult-use cannabis sales, New Hampshire passing a law allowing physicians assistants to prescribe medical cannabis, and New Jersey soon to sign legislation expanding access to medical cannabis. Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Rep. New Jersey Gov.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 17, 2019

As more countries legalize or decriminalize the cultivation, manufacture, sale, and use of cannabis, companies across a variety of industries are looking for opportunities to capitalize on this emerging market. Selinger cites software, point-of-sale systems, and packaging as areas that are thriving in the state.

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NORML

MARCH 26, 2019

It was disappointing to see Law Enforcement advocating for policy that continues to saddle Texans with criminal records and all those collateral consequences as well as putting fear ahead of regulated patient access to medical marijuana. Please take action and let your legislators know that you support common sense policy!

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

“I think everyone is behind social reformation and all the causes around expungement and decriminalization and so forth. In MPP’s formal comments , as well as those submitted by USCC , both organizations are critical of certain aspects of the legislation. I don’t think there’s any issue with that. Federal-State Tension.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Illinois and the US territory of Guam legalized adult-use cannabis and its retail sale, medical cannabis programs were enacted and expanded in several states, and 27 states considered legislation that would have legalized adult-use cannabis, a record-high. Federal Legislative Victories. ” Director’s Statement. Erik Altieri.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 14, 2021

And the next step, for this critical legislation, is getting further input from stakeholder groups, which is essential to the legislation’s success. With this highly anticipated legislation now landing in Congress, the industry has begun offering its response. Watch the full press conference below.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) and Andy Barr (R-KY) all opined on the progress of the SAFE Banking Act legislation that they’ve been industriously working on; Reps. Kurt Schrader (D-OR) and Morgan Griffith (R-VA) discussed the progress of HR 841, their legislation that would stop the current FDA stalemate and regulate CBD now.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 29, 2022

On Thursday, July 21, 2022, Senators Chuck Schumer, Ron Wyden, and Cory Booker unveiled the long-awaited Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) , which, if passed, would decriminalize marijuana at the federal level and require various federal agencies to establish rules for regulating various aspects of the marijuana industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 14, 2022

In light of these attitudes, it’s no surprise that the US House of Representatives recently passed a bill to federally decriminalize cannabis. Momentum Builds in Senate for Passing SAFE Act – Bipartisan support in the Senate grows for passage of the SAFE Banking Act, which would facilitate banking access for cannabis companies.

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