NORML

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Under current law , minor marijuana possession offenses are classified as criminal misdemeanors, punishable by up to 30 days in jail, a criminal record, and the possible loss of driving privileges. The program is expected to be operational and dispensing cannabis products to authorized patients by mid-year.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 6, 2022

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is pleased to announce the addition of Morgan Fox to its national staff. After spending my entire career trying to reform our country’s disastrous marijuana laws, it is truly an honor to be a part of the organization that started it all,” Fox said. “We

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

In addition to numerous expansions to the state’s medical marijuana (MMJ) program, the state’s decriminalization of cannabis went into effect in August, beginning the reversal of decades of harm done by the war on drugs. Edwards signed Glover’s decriminalization bill (HB 652) into law on June 14 of this year. Starting Aug.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 9, 2022

It’s noteworthy because our sector faces roadblocks in gaining equal access to the kind of government programs typically available to regionally diverse, new growth sectors. Excise Act Amendments.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 14, 2021

AMCA board chair Lucy Haslam first began speaking to then NSW Premier Mike Baird about a compassionate access program before medicinal cannabis was legalised in 2016.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The NIDA-funded investigation will delve into the health-related repercussions of Arkansas’ medical cannabis program , which was initially approved by voters back in 2016. The study will also explore the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic on the state’s program. To fund the study, a $1.3

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Serbia has no medical marijuana program. Despite medical programs in neighboring countries like Romania, Croatia, and North Macedonia, the Serbian government has refused to move forward. The post Cannabis laws in Serbia appeared first on The Cannigma. Medical marijuana in Serbia.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 3, 2024

With its program in full swing, thousands of patients across the state are benefiting from access to this alternative form of treatment. The program’s success depends not only on initial access but also on sustained, continued access to treatment.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 20, 2022

The rules governing the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) are currently under review, and public comments are being accepted through May 1, 2022. Requirements such as the 1% THC cap, the listed qualifying conditions, and the ban on medical cannabis for smoking are all prescribed by law and thus not subject to review.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

A licensed medical marijuana cultivator in Ohio has teamed up with a nonprofit serving formerly incarcerated people to provide an employment education program for past cannabis offenders. The new jobs program will be open to those with prior marijuana-related offenses including cannabis possession, sales or cultivation on their records.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Red Fan Communications (Red Fan), a full-service communications agency for high-growth B2B brands, announced today it has won gold and silver 2021 Bulldog PR Awards for “Best Cause/Advocacy Campaign” and “Best Diversity/Inclusion Campaign,” respectively.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 6, 2023

Green Market report write Existing license holders under the state’s social equity program will also benefit from the amendment. Jay Inslee signed an amendment into law on Monday authorizing the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Board to award 46 previously forfeited or never used cannabis […]

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 13, 2023

California has long been a pioneer in the field of medical marijuana, and its MMJ laws have continued to evolve over the years. An Overview of California MMJ Laws California has been a trailblazer in the field of medical marijuana (MMJ) since the passage of Proposition 215 in 1996, also known as the Compassionate Use Act.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 31, 2022

Today, LPP is launching the Reentry Partnerships Program which includes our new Ready to Hire, Computers for Constituents, and Premier Community Engagement Partnerships Initiatives. . You can learn more about LPP’s Reentry Partnerships Program and the recently launched initiatives below. Computers for Constituents .

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

“With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It ASA examines medical cannabis law efficacy. Pennsylvania State Rep. TOP FIVE KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE 2021 STATE OF THE STATES REPORT.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Marshawn Lynch’s Dodi Blunts teams up with Last Prisoner Project to launch apprenticeship program for justice-impacted individuals… Here’s what they are saying. Dodi Blunts and Last Prisoner Project are excited to announce the Dodi Blunts/Last Prisoner Project Apprenticeship Program.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 14, 2021

Arizona residents with low-level marijuana convictions can have their records wiped clean under a state expungement program launched this week. Under the program, those with convictions for possessing, transporting or consuming 2.5 ounces or less of marijuana, of which no more than 12.5 They’re choosing not to,” Gunnigle said.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Thursday, the Success Centers launched its Equity Pathways Industry Apprenticeship Program , which seeks to boost B lack employment and place Black San Franciscans into full-time positions in the cannabis industry – an industry with notoriously underrepresentation from the Black community.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

Worcester— The Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) is pleased to announce the application for the third cohort of Massachusetts’ first-in-the-nation statewide Social Equity Program will open Monday, June 21. “We Application for Cohort Three of the Commission’s Social Equity Program Opens June 21.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) is now accepting applications from individuals who have been impacted by the War on Drugs and are interested in joining the third cohort of Massachusetts’ first-in-the-nation statewide Social Equity Program (SEP). Get started by viewing the SEP FAQ page and MassCIP tutorials. Still have questions?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

The Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) is now accepting applications from individuals who have been impacted by the War on Drugs and are interested in joining the third cohort of Massachusetts’ first-in-the-nation statewide Social Equity Program (SEP). Get started by viewing the SEP FAQ page and MassCIP tutorials. Still have questions?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

Social Equity Ownership Program Applicants. The Department will issue 26 Marijuana Establishment licenses to applicants who qualify under the Social Equity Ownership Program. The Department will begin accepting applications for these 26 licenses within 6 months of adopting the final rules for the Social Equity Ownership Program.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 8, 2022

WORCESTER, MA— The Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) hosted a virtual orientation seminar on Thursday, March 3 for participants of the third cohort of Massachusetts’ first-in-the-nation Social Equity Program. Chairman Steven Hoffman and Social Equity Program Participant Aaron Goines then hosted a business planning seminar.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 30, 2023

Frederick-based Jessilove.org Monday launched a pilot program to provide subsidized access to medical marijuana for residents experiencing financial hardship in Maryland. The pilot program is […]

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

A former University of Denver student who was cited for possessing marijuana in Wyoming 11 years ago has become the first applicant in the city for a marijuana retail store license under the new social equity program. Denver gets first marijuana retailer applicant under social equity program. Full story at .

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Veriheal

JANUARY 22, 2024

Colorado Ballot Proposal Would Allow Concealed Carry Permits for Cannabis Users A proposed law in Colorado , backed by the advocacy group Guns for Everyone, seeks to allow cannabis users permits to carry concealed guns. Here’s what you missed this week in cannabis and psychedelic news.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 15, 2021

Hemp Roundtable, the hemp industry’s national business advocacy organization, today announced the addition of Hannah Johannes, Natasha Cuda, and James Shorris to its roster of officers for 2021. Hannah is an attorney at the law firm of Frost Brown Todd. Jim Shorris, Vice President for Law and Science. WASHINGTON) – The U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Niagara Herbalist has started paying customers for their empty cannabis packages with store credits, styled after similar programs offering cash for empty alcohol containers. Used vape cartridges and vape batteries are not part of this program, which launched Nov. The program also accepts plastics that cannot be recycled.

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NORML

MARCH 20, 2019

These bills would allow for the expedited expungement of certain marijuana-related convictions after marijuana legalization is signed into law in New Jersey. These bills would expand the state’s medical marijuana program to allow for greater accessibility and protections for qualified patients. Are you a New Jersey resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Cannabis Council and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation launched the Pathways to the C-Suite Internship program; the program places college seniors and recent college graduates with cannabis executives for mentorship. The program requires students to be U.S. Spring Internship Program Candidate Requirements.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 29, 2022

As a patient and consumer focused advocacy organization, NORML prioritizes efforts in favor of state-level legislation that seeks to achieve the following goals: Adult-Use Legalization – 21 states and the District of Columbia have enacted adult-use programs.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2022

CN) — A program outlined in Proposition 64, which legalized recreational marijuana use in 2016 in California, is to give back to those harmed by the War on Drugs. The CalCRG program uses a cannabis excise and cultivation tax to give out $35.5 Courthouse News. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (CN)

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

Indigenous Cannabis Product (BCICP) program. The program will highlight cannabis products from B.C.-based The launch of this new program demonstrates the Province’s commitment to supporting Indigenous participation in B.C.’s The Province developed program details in collaboration with the First Nations Leadership Council.

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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. Initiated a patient voucher program for eligible patients. Tina showed the true power of Nevada NORML’s advocacy on a national level.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a measure by Mayor London Breed to update the city’s social equity program. The San Francisco, California Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a measure from Mayor London Breed updating the city’s social equity program, CBS San Francisco reports. Read more at .

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2021

The purpose of the Mentorship Program will be to inform, educate, and assist potential social equity licensee applicants, by getting them up to speed with the current medical licensees. Program modules will be done online and begin running weekly. Program will continue until the social equity licenses are issued.

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MedicalJane

OCTOBER 4, 2019

1058: The Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education, and Support ( CARES ) Act of 2019 , or the Autism CARES Act of 2019 , was signed into law by the President on Monday (9/30/2019). The Autism CARES Act ensures support for research on autism spectrum disorder ( ASD ) and enhances programs relating to autism.

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