NORML

JANUARY 9, 2019

Lee introduced the Marijuana Justice Act in the last Congress which received the highest number of cosponsorships of any legislation that would remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act in history. For far too long, communities of color and women have been left out of the conversation on cannabis.

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NORML

JUNE 23, 2019

This week, history was made. Also this week, the House Committee on Small Business held a hearing to discuss the economic and employment opportunities in the emerging legal cannabis industry and the challenges that federal prohibition and criminalization pose in regards to the Small Business Administration. CA resident?

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 13, 2021

Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 ways cannabis businesses and cannabis-related businesses can benefit from CRM. Research from Salesforce shows that businesses using CRM software see sales increase by 29% while sales productivity jumps by 34% and sales forecast accuracy climbs by 42%. Boost Employee Productivity.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 30, 2024

We have a history of championing patients, including leading advocacy efforts to ensure patients could access their products during the pandemic, and most recently, preserve curbside pickup services for patients,” the statement read. GTI issued a statement claiming to have always supported patient access to medicine. “We

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

–(BUSINESS WIRE)– PSI Labs , an Ann Arbor, Michigan-based ISO 17025 accredited Safety Compliance Facility that provides essential cannabis testing services, today announced its expansion into Southern California with the acquisition of pH Solutions, LLC. Monrovia-Based Lab Acquisition Strengthens Cannabis Testing In California.

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PrestoDoctor

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The history of Black hemp farmers in America is a story that has been largely ignored. Read more to uncover the hidden history of Black hemp farmers in America and explore their contributions to this industry. From the early days of this nation’s history, hemp was a vital cash crop which served a myriad of purposes.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

“We’re thrilled to welcome Maggie as an accomplished founder to our executive team as we continue scaling our vertical business in California ,” said Erich Pearson , CEO of SPARC. She will also evaluate additional M&A opportunities to drive sales, profitability and customer loyalty for the company.

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NORML

JANUARY 2, 2019

In learning about Las Vegas’ history from a perspective that isn’t often discussed, we got a firm grasp on how marijuana has undisputedly been a tool used for oppression. We participated in gardening and yard clean up at Harrison House, held a Black History month panel together, and helped with a Mardi Gras neighborhood celebration.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 9, 2021

For years, research has proven that content published by businesses on Instagram can directly lead to increased brand awareness, word-of-mouth marketing, and sales. According to Instagram’s own data, 90% of users follow a business on the platform. Despite that history, some cannabis businesses have found success on the platform.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 30, 2021

–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #california –California’s largest cannabis retailer, Perfect Union , announced the official launch of a charitable Community Fund tied to its in-house 530 Grower flower brand today, on 5/30/21. $1 Soft launch raised over $5,000 for cannabis criminal justice reform. SACRAMENTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS

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NORML

JULY 3, 2019

“A local marijuana advocacy group in Rochester, NORML, and other community groups released a report that found Monroe County had the fifth-highest arrest rates for low-level marijuana-related offenses in the state, outside of New York City.” ” Read more from The Business Journal ! ” Read more from Vice !

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2022

State Panel Endorses 16 Cannabis Businesses as Social Equity Applicants. A state panel approved Tuesday the first batch of applicants seeking to open cannabis cultivation businesses in Connecticut as social equity business owners, given special consideration as members of communities negatively impacted by the war on drugs.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 15, 2019

In addition, the taxpayer must have exercised ordinary business care and prudence in determining whether to obtain additional advice based on the taxpayer’s own information and knowledge. 1 Alterman should be read by anyone contemplating engaging in commercial business within the cannabis industry. 1 IRC §6651(a)(1).

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 17, 2021

The clinics will be hosted by Minorities for Medical Marijuana (M4MM), a long-standing partner of Trulieve, whose mission is focused on providing advocacy, outreach, research, and training as it relates to the business, social reform, public policy, and health and wellness in the cannabis industry.

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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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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

She founded the Origins Council, a nonprofit education, research and advocacy organization dedicated to driving sustainable rural economic development within cannabis-producing regions. . Coleman cultivated cannabis for more than 20 years before she moved into patient and policy advocacy, her focus for the past seven years. .

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

Update : HB 1089 is scheduled for a public hearing in the House Business Affairs & Labor Committee at 1:30 on 2/19/2020 in Room LSB-A. CO resident? Send a message to your lawmakers in support of employment protections. Update : S.54 54 was heard by several different House committees this week. VT resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2021

As part of its ongoing strategic review of the business, the Company is today announcing the following priorities: United States – National CBD Market: CRFT will expand distribution through a $1MM investment in wholly-owned Somo Industries Inc. d/b/a FeelWell Brands (“FeelWell”). “The

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 25, 2021

During his career, McKay has run large organizations with a focus on business development, strategic partnerships, and consumer engagement. He specializes not only in communications and marketing but oversees accounting, human resources, and business development. Amber Senter, Founder Breeze Distro. Kennedy School of Government.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 4, 2021

As previously reported by Cannabis Business Times, under. history by becoming one of few Southern states to pass similar legislation, Lafourche. ” Policy and Advocacy Director. John Bel Edwards signed into law on June 15, removes the threat of jail time and reduces the maximum penalty to a $100 fine. communities.”

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Two UC Hastings Law graduates are on the frontlines of regulating a growing multibillion-dollar cannabis industry in a city with storied history and connection to cannabis culture. Gooch said her job touches on many areas of the law – from public health and police codes to business law, and a host of state cannabis regulations. “It

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 17, 2022

CANNABIS CULTURE Reports… – Across Africa, the cannabis market has become a more and more militarized scene: from Zambia´s army foray into cultivation, Zimbabwe´s army dropping the first seeds of hemp, to South Africa and Swaziland where armies have a confrontational history with Indigenous growers. . Cultivating Bizarre Bedfellows.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 11, 2021

However, even with the most points in NBA history, this guy still couldn’t get away with marijuana possession or use while in the league. These national business owners have combined their love for dairy delights with activism. Though mostly focused on environmental politics, marijuana advocacy is just as important.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $TREE #NEOExchange — NEO is proud to welcome Trees Corporation ( “Trees” or the “Company”), a premier Canadian cannabis retailer, as they list today on the NEO Exchange. Company selects NEO to access wider investor base and enhanced liquidity. Ltd (“101”) in British Columbia. About Trees Corporation.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

From the systemic history of racism in the United States, African Americans exclusion from economic opportunities leads to maximizing profits for the White elite (Hirschman, 2019). ” Other participants’ responses indicated that the cannabis industry is a for profit-driven business and is no different from any other industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Beatty told Forbes her goal for Josephine & Billie’s was to create a dispensary that honors Black America’s history with cannabis. But in 2017, less than 10% of cannabis business owners surveyed by Marijuana Business Daily identified as Black or Latino. See their Insta.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 4, 2021

As previously reported by Cannabis Business Times, under. history by becoming one of few Southern states to pass similar legislation, Lafourche. ” Policy and Advocacy Director. John Bel Edwards signed into law on June 15, removes the threat of jail time and reduces the maximum penalty to a $100 fine. communities.”

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 30, 2021

Bottom-line, the best practices related to what, when, and how often to post on social media that work for businesses in other industries won’t necessarily work for B2B cannabis brands. What would they be interested in that’s related to your industry, business, and brand? . On this day in history. Company history.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The bill revises the licensing provisions for cannabis retailers, producers and processors doing business in or with the City of Seattle. “I That’s who this legislation has always been about and whose voices we have sought to center in our advocacy.”. “We A little history….

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 9, 2019

and derived products containing cannabinoids are considered novel foods as a history of consumption has not been demonstrated. While unexpected, the EU’s decision is a reminder to business of its independent thinking and willingness to act quickly in cases where it observes a potential threat to consumers. Notable cases.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

OTTAWA, Ontario–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Net Zero Company Ltd. (“NZC”), Rade holds a BA from the University of Guelph and graduated from the General Management Program at Harvard Business School. NZC”), a specialized emissions reduction and offsetting company, is pleased to announce that it has rebranded as Invert Inc.,

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SMPL

JULY 27, 2020

While the coronavirus pandemic has stalled legislative efforts on a wide range of issues, sources in the advocacy world and an aide to a key House committee chair say that a floor vote of the MORE Act is now being planned for September. The legislation currently has 78 cosponsors.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Cookies Celebrates Renegade Cultivators and Region’s Decades-Long History With The Launch of New Craft Cannabis Line. With a history dating back to 1960s counterculture, the Emerald Triangle has long been considered the top cannabis growing region in America.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 20, 2019

Statement from Neal Levine, CEO of the Cannabis Trade Federation, a national coalition of cannabis-related businesses that lobbied in favor of the amendment: “The historic nature of this vote cannot be overstated. We made history: U.S. House votes to protect cannabis businesses! Thank you for your continued support.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 24, 2022

Facts and Procedural History: The Controlled Substances Act was passed in 1970 and created a single legal framework for regulating substances that are thought to have a high risk of abuse and addiction. To consider the full impact of this Supreme Court decision it is necessary to delve into the history of the Controlled Substance Act.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 27, 2021

It’s been used as medicine in Asia for thousands of years, but that history has been so oppressed in the community.”. Potli CEO, Co-Founder, and Bay Area native Felicity Chen knew she’d probably never get her mother to smoke weed, but she found a way to rope her into her canna-culinary business, and change her mind about the plant.

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CannaTech

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

I spoke to Namibian cannabis activist Angela Prusa about her country’s efforts to suppress cannabis advocacy. It’s shocking, and what’s more, is that the authorities feel justified because it is illegal and doesn’t care what evidence is out there about its history here. Is there a history of traditional cannabis use in Namibia?

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