Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

UC Hastings Law graduates Tanisha Gooch ’14 and Jeremy Schwartz ’18 work as leaders in the City of San Francisco’s Office of Cannabis. 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.

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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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MMJ Recs

MARCH 28, 2024

With evolving laws and regulations, finding the right MMJ doctor and understanding the appointment process are crucial steps. Look for experience in treating conditions eligible for MMJ treatment under Iowa law, such as chronic pain or epilepsy. Are you familiar with the qualifying conditions for MMJ treatment under Iowa law?

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NORML

JANUARY 22, 2019

As many of you know, two years ago we launched the Cannabis Caucus, a first of its kind to create a forum for elected officials to collaborate on ways to address our outdated federal marijuana laws and two weeks ago, we were proud to add Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA) and David Joyce (R-OH) as co-chairs to our growing group.

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NORML

JANUARY 7, 2020

Over the course of twelve months, the proud fighters of the Las Vegas chapter have taken cannabis advocacy, education and community to otherworldly levels through a variety of far-reaching ways. Black History Month Celebration. Tina showed the true power of Nevada NORML’s advocacy on a national level.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 29, 2022

Pericola’s bill of complaints begins in January of 2018, when Donald Trump’s then attorney general, Jeff Sessions, rescinded the Obama administration’s policy of not interfering with states that loosened their marijuana laws. The move riled an industry that had been growing as states across the country ended their bans.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

Cannabis has a special responsibility when it comes to social justice, because cannabis has a special history.

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NORML

JUNE 20, 2019

The federal government is out of touch and our cannabis laws are out of date. Never in modern history has there existed greater public support for ending the nation’s nearly century-long failed experiment with marijuana prohibition. “We have much more work to do.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 4, 2021

John Bel Edwards signed into law on June 15, removes the threat of jail time and reduces the maximum penalty to a $100 fine. RELATED: Louisiana Gov.John Bel Edwards Signs Cannabis Decriminalization Bill Into Law. history by becoming one of few Southern states to pass similar legislation, Lafourche. A bill to decriminalize.

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NORML

JANUARY 24, 2019

During a recent interview with the Westword , Ashley Weber, executive director of Colorado NORML shared a few tips for marijuana law reform advocates who want to get involved in the legislative process: “It’s about getting to know your representatives, and writing them daily if something’s important.

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NORML

JUNE 17, 2019

The existing language maintains that federal funds cannot be used to prevent states from “implementing their own state laws that authorize the use, distribution, possession or cultivation of medical marijuana.” Send a message to your lawmaker in less than 20 seconds right now.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2022

Historically they have successfully worked on projects together and recognize the opportunity to share resources and expand the footprint of advocacy and education centered around hemp as a nutritious animal feed product. The pathway to ingredient approval for hemp and its co-products is time consuming and complicated.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

Besito is a natural fit within our family of brands, committed to both quality and advocacy, and the integration will immediately add accretive value to our emerging products business.”. She will also evaluate additional M&A opportunities to drive sales, profitability and customer loyalty for the company.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 4, 2021

John Bel Edwards signed into law on June 15, removes the threat of jail time and reduces the maximum penalty to a $100 fine. RELATED: Louisiana Gov.John Bel Edwards Signs Cannabis Decriminalization Bill Into Law. history by becoming one of few Southern states to pass similar legislation, Lafourche. A bill to decriminalize.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 30, 2021

The company’s storied history over the last decade and their focus on charitable causes has earned respect from the cannabis industry and loyal supporters. Perfect Union CEO David Spradlin opened his first dispensary with $17,000 and a passion for cannabis patient advocacy.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

California is a critical market in the United States, with a long history of leading innovation and elevating the conversation around national legalization,” said Ben Rosman, J.D., PSI is devoted to elevating the cannabis community through scientific accuracy, research, advocacy and consumer safety. CEO and Co-Founder of PSI Labs. “We

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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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Veriheal

JANUARY 24, 2023

Could our society miss out on potential medical breakthroughs due to outdated marijuana laws or strict regulations? The decision marked a critical moment in history and highlighted progress toward a more comprehensive regulation of drugs with potential medical uses. In the saga of prohibition, here’s the latest news.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

This has never happened in the history of our country and it is thanks to all the time and effort folks have put in for DECADES. The light at the end of the dark tunnel of prohibition is getting closer, let’s unite and make real marijuana law reform at the federal level a reality. Click here to share this alert on Facebook.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Entrepreneurs of Color Rally for Equal Access to Colorado Cannabis Market DENVER, CO (January 27, 2023) – The Color of Cannabis (TCC) the largest marijuana Social Equity organization in Colorado, is behind a bill to level the playing field in the industry for newly minted licensees of color.

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NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

At the state level, a new decriminalization law took effect this week in Hawaii involving the possession of up to three grams of marijuana, as well as a procedure for expungement of past convictions for the same amount. Legislation is pending, House Bill 1089, to protect cannabis consumers from employment discrimination. CO resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

Pharmacists gain insights about the human endocannabinoid system as well as the medical history of cannabis and its chemical constituents. During its 110-year history, the School of Pharmacy has been a global leader in medical discoveries, patient care, pharmacy advocacy, and online education. About TRC Healthcare.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 11, 2022

Deeply rooted in the cannabis community, and serving as a respected voice of advocacy for cannabis legalization, there are ten Trees branded storefronts in Canada, including six stores owned and operated in Ontario by Trees, and four additional stores operated by 1015712 B.C. Ltd (“101”) in British Columbia. About Trees Corporation.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 14, 2021

Julie Gunnigle, the political director for the Arizona chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, said that Tuesday, the first day to apply for an expungement, is a historic day for the state. Those eligible for expungement are required to petition the courts to have their records cleared.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 3, 2021

Indonesia Law Review. Comparative Criminal Justice, Marijuana Law, History of Criminal Justice. This article argues that the current narcotics law regime is a factor to blame for the cause of prison overcrowding and unnecessary deprivation of liberty and dignity for its violator with the help of criminal justice tools.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 11, 2022

The youth group, “Badal,” claims that the law criminalizing the consumption of weed is detrimental to the future of young Tunisians, according to a report by Tunisian news outlet Albawaba. The youth-led movement calls to eradicate “Law No. And the prison sentence can reach five years in case the culprit has a criminal history.

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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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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

In September, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 67 into law, which set the stage for the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Cannabis Appellations Program. 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

JUNE 27, 2019

It also amends penalties for offenses involving the possession of more than one ounce but less than two ounces of cannabis from a criminal misdemeanor to a non-criminal violation punishable by a $200 fine – regardless of an offender’s prior criminal history.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

He holds a Master of Law from the University of Cambridge where he studied international and environmental law, and is a Fellow at the Brookfield Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. He brings extensive M&A experience, as well as intellectual property expertise. formerly Conversant Intellectual Property Management Inc.),

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NORML

JULY 23, 2019

“Never in American history has the Chairman of the Judiciary introduced a bill to end federal marijuana criminalization. The MORE Act is the most comprehensive marijuana reform bill ever introduced in the US Congress and is backed by a broad coalition of civil rights, criminal justice, drug policy, and immigration groups.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 8, 2021

“Today marks the day in history where the lives of 718 people will be set free, dignity restored, family trees changed forever,” said Sheriff Christopher Swanson. People with more than three felony convictions on their criminal record are not eligible to seek expungements under the new law. Source: [link].

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 31, 2021

The cannabis pardons covered state-level convictions for people who were caught possessing up to two ounces of cannabis, which coincided with an update to Colorado’s cannabis laws earlier this year that raised the legal purchasing and possession limit for adults from one to two ounces. Read full article at. Colorado Gov.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2021

We will also continue our focus on plant-based innovation, bringing our history of success in cannabis to the psychedelic realm with the expansion of the AVA Pathways team in Canada.”. Securities Act”), or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, “U.S.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Changes in Cannabis laws are definitely creating a buzz for SF and Utah employers. Although Utah lawmakers tried to clear the haze left by Proposition 2, a pair of advocacy groups have since filed a lawsuit to block the medical cannabis compromise. Background Checks SF.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2020

This is the sixth in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement. It was considered a moral offense that rendered the individual unqualified to practice law. In addition to our work with NORML, we were law partners for a few years in the early 80s. You did it.

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CannaTech

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

I spoke to activist Angela Prusa about cannabis in Namibia and recent government efforts to suppress cannabis advocacy. That is being tolerated, but mostly the laws are very strict and enforced. Is there a history of traditional cannabis in Namibia? People growing it for their spiritual use or medicine.

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