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SAFE Banking Language Not Included In Final NDAA Package

NORML

It is unfortunate that Congress chose to not affirm the legitimacy of state-level marijuana legalization and instead chose to deny this emerging legal industry access to basic financial tools and services. The post SAFE Banking Language Not Included In Final NDAA Package appeared first on NORML.

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House Marijuana Vote Delayed As The Senate Advances Veterans Access Amendment

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The post House Marijuana Vote Delayed As The Senate Advances Veterans Access Amendment appeared first on NORML.

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House COVID Package Includes Cannabis Banking Relief, But Not Small Business Support

NORML

Included in the language of the bill is HR 1595: The SAFE Banking Act, which amends federal law so that explicitly banks and other financial institutions may work directly with state-legal marijuana businesses. Members of the House of Representatives voted 321 to 103 in favor of the Act in September.

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Over 40 Members of Congress Request SBA Access For Small Marijuana Businesses

NORML

“Many of these establishments are small-to-medium size operators, with their employees keeping their doors open without access to the support systems in place for other businesses, thus depriving them of potentially lifesaving protections.” ” You can find the full Senate letter here.

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Why child-resistant cannabis packaging is so important

The Cannigma

Pediatric cannabis ingestions are on the rise Legalization has led to an increase in pediatric ingestions. Numerous studies have found an association between legalization and the number of pediatric ingestions of THC-containing products; both intentional and unintentional ingestions are on the rise. 2 3 Why is packaging so important?

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

NORML

Yet, even in the majority of states where medical cannabis is legal, VA physicians are prohibited by federal law from filling out a state-legal medical marijuana recommendation form. Once enacted, veterans will be able to access medical marijuana treatment without the added challenge of accessing a private, non-VA physician.

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8 Reasons why your cannabis Business needs child-resistant packaging

Cannabis Law Report

With the emergence of legalized Cannabis in many states, the industry is growing and becoming more regulated. From edibles to oils, it is essential that cannabis businesses protect their products from children who may have access to them.