Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

Buffington will split her time between Santa Fe Farms in her new role and as a policy consultant for the Hemp Feed Coalition (HFC) as the HFC’s first ever application for hemp-fed laying hens gains federal approval from the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM).

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 9, 2022

Alongside the numbers of any Budget the government can choose to send policy signals while budget implementation legislation typically introduces a sweeping range of legislative amendments impacting various sectors. Growth-oriented cannabis strategy table. Canada’s cannabis license holders applaud Budget 2022.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2022

Cannabis is legal. It’s been 4 years since cannabis legalization. And while many of us have and continue to the enjoy the benefits of legalization, an estimated 500,000 Canadians with criminal records for cannabis related offences do not. 500K Canadians with cannabis records. 9x More Indigenous arrest for cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 28, 2021

Advocacy groups submitted a written request to Japan’s health minister Thursday asking the government to reconsider ongoing plans to criminalize… Read More.

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NORML

APRIL 1, 2020

Today, NORML and it’s national network of advocacy chapters released a memo to state lawmakers, regulators, prosecutors, and other interested parties providing guidance for how they can take emergency actions to better promote the health and welfare of cannabis consumers and the general public during the COVID pandemic.

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Policy Advocacy Safety Patients 257

SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Yesterday was the deadline for the comment period on the draft version of the federal cannabis reform bill, the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA), and cannabis advocacy groups did not disappoint—with an avalanche of commentary rolling in before the time was up.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP is a prominent tribal law firm providing legal representation and advocacy in a broad range of services, with an emphasis in tribal law and federal Indian law serving tribal nations, tribal business enterprises and tribal organizations throughout the United States.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 13, 2021

but now they’ve been forced to reverse that policy. A power struggle has been brewing in Cook County, where job offers to several attorneys from Public Defender Sharone Mitchell were rescinded after confusion over the county’s drug policy. They were (excuse the pun) weeding positive testing attorneys out.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Six state-level organizations from CA, OR, WA, VT, ME, and MA form coalition to support DTC sales for small, independent cannabis producers. Legally recognizing cannabis farming as agriculture and allowing craft producers to sell directly to consumers is essential to small operators, consumers, and patients across the U.S.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The mission of the United Cannabis Business Association is to establish a comprehensive, statewide cannabinoid policy. It is in that same spirit that UCBA has spent the last three years advocating for responsible consumable hemp policy. Such a policy includes equal safety testing requirements to protect public health.

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Cannabinoids Policy Advocacy Hemp 95

Veriheal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

All-star basketball player Kevin Durant recently scored a historic victory for cannabis advocacy. Previous efforts by Durant had significant involvement in the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) decision to remove cannabis from its list of banned substances. He’s also a fierce cannabis advocate.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Overview of LPP Policy Initiatives. The Last Prisoner Project’s policy team will be exploring the philosophy behind our legislative advocacy efforts, our team’s high-level policy priorities, and our current policy goals—and challenges—on the local, state and federal levels. Description.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 12, 2022

PETALING JAYA: Policy issues on the development of the hemp, cannabis, and ketum industry will be raised in the Cabinet, according to the parliamentary caucus on medical cannabis today. More than 40 countries have legalised consumption of cannabis for medicinal purposes. Source: [link].

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Policy Hemp Research and Development Advocacy 52

NORML

AUGUST 13, 2019

Regardless of the policy you’re advocating for (e.g., Priority legislation includes: the Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act , the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act , the VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act and more! Marijuana policy should be evidence based. Get your tickets today!

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NORML

MAY 11, 2020

During this worldwide health emergency, it is more important than ever that patients have safe, above-ground, uninterrupted access to lab-tested cannabis medicine. It is more important than ever that essential cannabis retailers have equal access to banking and small business financial assistance. Here’s how. The team at NORML.

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NORML

APRIL 9, 2020

With so many unsubstantiated claims being made regarding cannabis and staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, we’ve compiled a list of resources for consumers and ways your activism can thrive during social distancing. We all know a large part of what binds cannabis consumers together is community and sharing. Download tips.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

The Office of Vice Chair Nora Vargas, San Diego County Supervisor, District 1, is seeking an experienced Policy Advisor. The ideal candidate has an understanding and interest in politics, policy and advocacy on the local, state, and national level. Assist in the research, drafting, and creation of policies for the Supervisor.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Voters in five states to decide on adult-use and medical measures; presidential and senate elections likely to influence advocacy efforts National Cannabis Industry Association … Read More.

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Policy Advocacy Law Cannabis 59

MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically. For decades, cannabis was strictly prohibited for both medical and recreational use. In Iowa, CBD oil is legal for medical use under certain circumstances.

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Americans for Safe Access

JUNE 18, 2021

Our lead story is the reintroduction of the MORE Act, the most comprehensive cannabis reform bill ever to go before Congress. Also Amazon announced its public policy team will be lobbying for the MORE Act, and they are stopping most pre-employment testing for cannabis use. The June 2021 ASA Activist Newsletter is now out.

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Cannabis Chronicles

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

America’s cannabis companies are racing to build national brands and market their wares to mainstream consumers. The public has a stigmatized view of the product but legitimate business owners can’t reach them; it creates mistrust,” says Kyle Porter, who runs CMW Media, which does marketing and public relations for cannabis companies.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 8, 2021

American Edibles: How Cannabis Regulatory Policy Rehashes Prohibitionist Fears and What to do About It Source: Seattle University Law Review,… Read More.

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Edibles Policy Law Cannabis 95

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2020

Ester Nafstad, Manager of Norwegian cannabis advocacy body Normal, tells MCN publication about the chapter’s goals and the need for reform of cannabis policy in … Read More.

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Advocacy Law Policy Cannabis 98

Veriheal

APRIL 10, 2024

While Google won’t give you a straightforward answer as to why the number 4/20 is associated with cannabis–and unfortunately, it may just be cannabis lore lost to history–it’s the favorite number of millions across the world due to its weed-related connotation. Remember, cannabis prohibition isn’t over for everybody.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 10, 2023

Lucid News write Their meeting laid the groundwork for the foundation of PAREA, a “coalition” of European psychedelic associations (including The Beckley Foundation, Open Foundation, and ICEERS); medical associations such as the European College of Neuropharmacology, the European Psychiatric Association, European Brain Council; and a number of patients’ (..)

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Advocacy Policy Patients 59

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Amazon disclosed on Tuesday that its earlier decision to end drug testing for cannabis will be retroactive, meaning former workers and applicants who were punished or rejected for testing positive for THC will have their employment eligibility restored, reported various news outlets. An update on our advocacy for equitable workplaces. .

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NORML

JULY 29, 2019

Kleiman , an academic expert on cannabis policy who often shared and debated his well informed views on marijuana policy reform with those of us who were committed to advocating for a policy of adult use legalization. He further developed his views on cannabis and criminal justice as a professor of public policy at UCLA.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 18, 2021

They say by way of introduction We want UK drug policy to truly protect young people, deliver better health and… Read More.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 24, 2021

Florida Moms to Launch Women-led Marijuana Education and Advocacy Initiative Aimed at Building Support for Legalization, Regulation. THURSDAY: Florida … Read More.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Parallel partners with MCBA on new wave of cannabis social equity. Dear Cannabis CEOs and Executive Teams: If only we knew then what we know now. Cannabis is now legal in some form in nearly 40 states. February 15, 2022. Announcements. Hindsight is unfortunately 20/20. So, what does that mean?

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NORML

JANUARY 29, 2020

Although we’re only one month into the Roaring 20’s, Nevada NORML has already hit the cannabis advocacy ground running at full sprint. convention and hosting a festive Happy Holidays party at Nuwu’s historic cannabis consumption lounge, taking it to an even higher level in 2020 was absolutely vital.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 25, 2021

The National Hispanic Cannabis Council has announced its emergence The organization launched Thursday. According to their news release, the Denver-based… Read More.

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Advocacy Marijuana Cannabis Policy 59

NORML

MAY 22, 2023

"Policies that mandate would-be hires to undergo urine screens for past cannabis exposure are invasive, discriminatory, and ineffective. The post Michigan: Officials Accepting Public Comments on Plan to Halt Cannabis Pre-Employment Testing for State Workers appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2023

For the past decade, I have been in awe witnessing MAPS’ growth and influence on drug policy reform and creating pathways to healing trauma throughout our society. While I have been working in cannabis advocacy for over 20 years, it’s both exciting and […] This is what she says Joining the MAPS team is a dream come true!

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Policy toolkit outlines role for hemp in fighting malnutrition, climate change. Here’s the report in full. SUSTAINABLE_CANNABIS_2021_EN_compressed. Hemp Today have written some analysis at.

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Policy Hemp Cannabis Advocacy 52

NORML

JULY 10, 2019

Members of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security heard expert testimony today challenging the federal government’s failed policy of cannabis prohibition. State’s Attorney for Baltimore City, Dr. David Nathan of the group Doctors for Cannabis Regulation, Marilyn Mosby, Esq.,

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 12, 2021

Recent shifting attitudes towards the medical use of cannabis has seen legal access pathways established in many jurisdictions in North America, Europe and Australasia. However, the positioning of cannabis as a legitimate medical product produces some tensions with other regulatory frameworks. Background. Conclusion.

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