Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Medicinal or Recreational marijuana? Unlike any other drug, this program allows virtually unlimited access to marijuana once you qualify. There is only what legislators call a “budtender” serving you pot. Tate Reeves. on Tuesday. That is the question. There is no pharmacist involved and no doctor setting the amount.

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Veriheal

MARCH 2, 2024

In December of 2023, the country recently made a new move towards reform that could stimulate the cannabidiol (CBD) industry and provide many patients, such as those with epilepsy , with access to potentially life-changing medical treatments. So, with all of these changes, the question remains: Is weed legal in Japan?

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 6, 2021

still doesn’t have a recreational market. Council Chairman Phil Mendleson proposed a new, recreational cannabis regulation bill that focused on progress and equity. This legislation is the culmination of over a year of work by my office and external stakeholders,” Mendelson said about the newly proposed legislation. “It

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NORML

APRIL 7, 2020

In jurisdictions where cannabis is legally regulated, consumers gravitate toward the above-ground retail marketplace where they can access lab-tested products manufactured by licensed businesses.” Commenting on the findings, NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri said, “These findings come as little surprise.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system. For decades, cannabis was strictly prohibited for both medical and recreational use.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

states and the District of Columbia currently have legal cannabis, medical or recreational. It prohibits cannabis possession, use, purchase, sale, or cultivation, whether for recreation or medical purposes. Around 12 marijuana-related bills were proposed in the 2021 Legislative Session. Like Idaho, CBD with less than.3%

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Does recreational cannabis legalization contribute to a spike in consumption? Conversely, no changes in cannabis consumption prevalence were noticeable among non-Hispanic Black people after adult-use legislation had been enacted. Past-month cannabis consumption also rose post-legalization among the three racial-ethnic groups.

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NORML

APRIL 2, 2020

Some states, including Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont, and Washington, have legalized both the recreational and medicinal use of cannabis. To that end, NORML has called for SBA access to be included in our recently issued policy memo. States collected an estimated $1.3

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 28, 2022

Newly released data show that Poland is home to over 9,261 patients legally accessing medical cannabis, making it one of the largest such populations in Europe. New legislation that would bolster the national supply has been rejected by the Parliament. New cannabis legislation in Poland.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The evolution from stigma to acceptance has been a journey marked by changing perceptions, legislative shifts, and a growing understanding of the therapeutic potential of cannabis. The legislative steps taken to decriminalize its use for medicinal purposes signify a departure from earlier prohibitions.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 28, 2021

The November 2020 election was a great win for advocates for cannabis legal reform , with four states voting to legalize recreational cannabis, joining the 11 other states that have decriminalized recreational cannabis use. What Recreational Cannabis Means for Employment. 12114(a); 29 U.S.C. §

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2022

Due to the high taxes levied on the legal sale of cannabis, commercial prices often cannot compete with the illicit market, leading recreational users and patients alike to purchase unregulated products and leaving small, legal businesses to suffer. Though these taxes generated $1.75

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Veriheal

JANUARY 25, 2021

Decriminalization and legalization of cannabis may be gaining ground but patients in certain countries are still struggling to access medical cannabis through the legal market. In other words , recreational use of cannabis is illegal but the fines are becoming increasingly reduced. Making the Process to Get Medical Cannabis Easier.

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Veriheal

MAY 4, 2021

Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation that officially legalized recreational cannabis for the state. When asked about recreational cannabis legalization Gov. Recreational cannabis helps boost tourism. What’s Permitted For Recreational Use. On April 12 th New Mexico Gov. It is good for entrepreneurs.

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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”). Taxing medical cannabis patients the same as recreational consumers is a form of discrimination that harms their health and well-being.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 1, 2022

Bermuda’s House of Assembly has again passed controversial legislation making it legal to grow and sell cannabis in Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory, but it remains to be seen whether the Governor gives it the royal assent. Twelve months ago, the legislation was blocked in the Senate, but the Upper House cannot do so again.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 2, 2023

In March, a failed cannabis regulation bill included a provision providing that “a dispensing organization may dispense cannabis from a drive-through window of the restricted access area or a curbside pickup location in close proximity to the restricted access area.” Medical cannabis dispensaries and their patients are affected.”

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 12, 2021

As recently as 2014, the vast majority of medical and recreational cannabis sold in Colorado was flower and only 11% was the high-potency concentrates consumed through dab rigs or vape pens. They don’t make cannabis products like they used to, and there’s an increasing number of Colorado lawmakers who think that’s problematic.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 14, 2019

Pritzker approved legislation to establish medical marijuana’s permanency. But in a sudden, fortunate twist for many patients, the final legislation contained further expansions. These will improve accessibility and provide more options for a broader range of patients. Accessibility Expansions. . However, Gov.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 7, 2021

As of now, it’s unclear exactly what is going to happen with this legislation, but drone language is new to this report and has not shown up in previous years. Some of the major players behind this legislation are Rep. The post Drones Getting Legislative Support for Spotting Illegal Grows in California appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

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. The state has a comprehensive MMJ program and has expanded to include recreational cannabis. Nebraska: Nebraska has strict marijuana laws and no MMJ program.

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Veriheal

JULY 21, 2023

Trulieve gathered petition signatures to put recreational cannabis on Florida’s 2024 ballot, Germany released a legalization bill draft, and a bipartisan push aims to fix the Department of Defense’s hiring problem. Florida Takes Important First Step in Fight for Recreational Use—So, What Now?

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SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

The Source pivoted to the adult-use market quickly, launching its first recreational sales at its Sahara location on July 1, 2017. Going from medical to recreational, it was about a five-times increase in business. With recreational, there’s a much bigger knowledge gap,” Wiegand said. Reflecting on Lessons Learned.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Recreational Use and Possession Limits As of 2023, cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Texas. While cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in Texas, there is ongoing discussion and advocacy for marijuana reform. [1] or less) and high levels of CBD. Keep in mind that smokable cannabis is not sold in Texas.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Texas Medical Marijuana Laws A Historical Perspective: Texas has historically maintained stringent stances on marijuana, both for medical and recreational use. However, recent years have witnessed a shift in public opinion and legislative discourse, prompting the state to reevaluate its approach to medical marijuana.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 22, 2023

The extension comes on the heels of the spring legislative session and the failed cannabis omnibus, which included curbside pickup provisions for medical patients and recreational consumers, as well as drive-through operations. This is the second extension of the variance that has been permitting curbside pickup since January.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 1, 2019

At this point, over a month into the 2019 session, a preponderance of legislators appear vaguely inclined to “let it ride” and drop the big ideas when it comes to cannabis. Legislation that crosses over and passes into law will likely look different—perhaps drastically so—than currently drafted. How did we get here? It seems unlikely.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 8, 2020

That could all change if the new legislation introduced to the Senate and House of Representatives is successful. The Small Business Association or SBA for short has denied the cannabis industry access to any of these funds or programs. Under current regulations, cannabis businesses do not receive federal relief funds.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Our families and communities are suffering, and we urgently need access to preventative and curative medicines and medical care that is safe and effective. These ground-breaking treatments offer therapeutic access to either psilocybin (the active ingredient in ‘magic mushrooms’) or MDMA, a synthetic medicine.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Most importantly, the use of cannabis for recreational purposes will no longer be against the law. A new regulatory body, the Cannabis Authority, has the task of monitoring all these legislative proposals. These bills will make way for Bahamians to access these essential therapies to improve the quality of HealthCare Delivery System.”

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’s been a while since the Senators took their seats – let’s hope they can get some progress with their suggested legislation. This legislation will put WA at the forefront of cannabis developments in Australia, following on from and developing the example of the ACT — other states will surely follow.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 22, 2019

Right now, there is an ongoing battle between the state and local governments for access to cannabis, which should be the first place that states (and possibly even Congress) look when considering legalization. To combat open deliveries, legislation was introduced ( AB-1530 ) to specifically allow cities to forbid deliveries.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Discover how legalization and regulation have influenced access and usage, and learn about the latest research and medical applications. The 1996 passage of Proposition 215 in California marked a turning point, making it the first state to legalize medical marijuana, sparking a wave of legislative reforms across the country.

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Bangladesh maintains stringent cannabis laws that underscore a rigorous stance on its possession, use, and cultivation. Recreational cannabis use in Bangladesh Recreational cannabis use in Bangladesh is strictly forbidden.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 8, 2021

It emerges from the 2018-2023 coalition agreement that legislation on recreational cannabis will be drafted ( 2018-2023 Coalition Agreement ) . The recreational cannabis project is part of a wider catalog of inter-ministerial measures, in order to tackle the fight against drug-related crime horizontally. .-

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Weedistry

JANUARY 30, 2019

Andrew Cuomo’s plan to legalize recreational pot. Notably, some of the existing medical marijuana companies in New York, which spent millions of dollars lobbying Cuomo and state lawmakers, pushed key aspects of the legislation, called the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act. Homegrown risk and reward. Patient eligibility expansion.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 21, 2019

During August alone, Illinois has passed new legislation expanding and cementing its medical marijuana program, and shown necessary flexibility as it attempts to get its recreational market off the ground by January 1, 2020. Illinois legislators and regulators appear tuned in to the concerns of the marijuana industry.

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