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Australia Cannabis Q&A

Canna Law Blog

There are ongoing political discussions and advocacy efforts, particularly from the Legalize Cannabis Party and the Greens. Comply with relevant workplace health and safety legislation. Yesespecially in safety-sensitive industries (mining, transport, healthcare). Data Privacy 29. Valid consent for data collection and use.

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MDMA Failed to Receive FDA Approval: What Happens Next?

Veriheal

Drug company Lykos Therapeutics, which had filed the new drug application for MDMA therapy , was informed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that the data submitted was insufficient to receive approval, requesting that the company conduct an additional Phase 3 trial to further test the safety and efficacy of the drug.

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Bipartisan Legislation To End Marijuana Prohibition Filed

NORML

Also introduced was The Marijuana Data Collection Act of 2019 , which would study the effects of state legalized medicinal and non-medicinal marijuana programs from a variety of perspectives, including state revenues, public health, substance abuse and opioids, criminal justice, and employment.

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S. 420 Introduced To End Federal Prohibition And Regulate Marijuana Nationwide

NORML

Sixty-eight percent of registered voters “support the legalization of marijuana,” according to national polling data compiled by the Center for American Progress. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

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Virginia: Marijuana Decriminalization Takes Effect July 1

NORML

According to data from the Virginia Criminal Sentencing Commission, more than 15,000 people were convicted for a first or second marijuana possession offense from July 2018 to June 2019. “This victory comes after many years of sustained effort by Virginia NORML and its membership.

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New Jersey Delays Marijuana Vote

NORML

These arrests do not promote public safety, cost taxpayers millions of dollars, and disproportionately impact the poor and communities of color. The Senate was very close to 21 votes and, with more education and advocacy; I believe we will get this legislation across the finish line.”

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Marijuana Legalization in NY & Driving: Response to NYS Association of Police Chiefs from Roc NORML

NORML

The New York State Association of Police said traffic safety is a major concern, citing an increase in vehicle-related fatalities by 62 percent in Colorado the first year cannabis was legalized in the state.