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Behind the Buds: Examining Job Conditions in the Cannabis Cultivation Industry

Veriheal

cannabis cultivation industry. At a Trulieve Dispensary in Holyoke, Massachusetts, a 27-year-old worker tragically lost her life to an asthma attack. It demonstrates the urgent need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect workers in this evolving field. In January 2022, a devastating incident shook the U.S.

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Legal Rights: MMJ Patient Advocacy in Missouri

MMJ Recs

We’re exploring the legal rights of MMJ patients in Missouri, the significance of advocating for their interests, legal protections available, the state’s medical cannabis regulations, the role of MMJ patient advocacy groups, and the success stories that highlight the impact of advocacy efforts.

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Navigating Ohio’s Medical Marijuana Dispensaries: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients

MMJ Recs

In Ohio, accessing medical marijuana involves more than just obtaining a prescription; it requires navigating a complex landscape of dispensaries, regulations, and patient expectations. Dispensaries prioritize patient education, providing information on various strains, consumption methods, and dosage recommendations.

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MMJ Laws in California: A Comprehensive Guide For Patients

MMJ Recs

The state established the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA) in 2015, leading to the creation of the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation and the introduction of a regulatory framework for MMJ dispensaries, cultivators, and manufacturers. This legal protection extends to patients and their caregivers.

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Delaware cannabis advocates rally for increased medical access with home grow!

NORML

The bill will have a hearing in the House Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee where committee members accept public comment before voting to release the bill to the full House for consideration. Patients are legally permitted to cultivate medical cannabis in about half of the states that regulate its use and distribution.

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Illinois Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill to Legalize and Regulate Marijuana

NORML

. “Today, Illinois residents and political leaders demonstrated the power of democracy in action, using the political process to achieve sensible policies that protect individual freedoms and that ensure community safety,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal.

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Legislation to Expedite Cannabis Cultivation Introduced in New York

SpeedWeed

Flexibility is the name of the game for cannabis operators looking to cash in on this rapidly growing market, according to Layke Martin, executive director of the Nevada Dispensary Association (NDA). “I RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. Reflecting on Lessons Learned.