Cannabis Law Report

MAY 18, 2022

NEW STUDY DEMONSTRATES CBD’S STRONG SAFETY PROFILE , AMPLIFIES CALLS FOR FDA REGULATION. Observational Data Collected On Long-term Consumption of Oral C BD Shows No Correlation To Safety Issues Raised by FDA. It has been over four years since the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp and non-intoxicating hemp derivatives like CBD.

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Safety Hemp Research and Development Data 52

NORML

JANUARY 31, 2020

Advocacy groups including Kentucky’s chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (KY NORML), Kentuckians for Medical Marijuana (KY4MM) and Kentucky Cannabis Freedom Coalition (KCFC) organized advocacy day activities in Frankfort. Over the course of the two-day lobbying effort and the following days, Sen.

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Advocacy Marijuana Legislation Events 121

NORML

JANUARY 14, 2019

The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns. To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended. Tax revenues from states like Colorado, Oregon, and Washington now exceed initial projections.

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Programs Legislation Marijuana Legalization 255

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Governor Ralph Northam announced appointments to the three newly-created boards that oversee marijuana legalization in Virginia. On July 1, recreational marijuana became legal for adult use in Virginia. Board members cannot have financial interests in the cannabis industry. For more information on this board, click here.

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Legalization Research and Development Safety Advocacy 105

NORML

JANUARY 28, 2019

The New York State Association of Police made a statement opposing legalization of cannabis for adult-use in New York, in response to Governor Cuomo’s announcement that he plans to pass legislation April 1st, with the budget, that will legalize cannabis for adult-use in New York. 1 year prior to legalization.

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Legalization Marijuana Data Safety 193

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 went on to found a cannabis consulting group called BOTEC, named for his fondness for back-of-the-envelope calculations.

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Policy Advocacy Decriminalization Consumption 190

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2021

“Canada’s Cannabis License Holders are broadly distributed across Canada, representing the sector’s untold advocacy strength” said George Smitherman, President and CEO of the Cannabis Council of Canada (C3). Election advocacy training sessions open to all Health Canada License Holders.

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Advocacy Research and Development Cannabis Environment 105

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP (DHC), a top New York-based commercial law and government relations firm, has announced the formation of a Cannabis Practice Group, which will help clients navigate the regulations around newly legalized adult recreational marijuana in New York State.

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Legalization Compliance Compliance Advocacy 110

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 20, 2021

A new patient network, NOPAIN has been set up with the aim of uniting patients to discuss issues surrounding safe, legal cannabis access. Writes Cannabis Health News.

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Patients Access Safety Conditions 105

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. Road safety risks associated with medicinal cannabis appear similar or lower than numerous other potentially impairing prescription medications.

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Policy Safety Medicine Access 66

MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Discover how legalization and regulation have influenced access and usage, and learn about the latest research and medical applications. The 1996 passage of Proposition 215 in California marked a turning point, making it the first state to legalize medical marijuana, sparking a wave of legislative reforms across the country.

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Marijuana Chronic Pain Patients Treatment 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 13, 2021

Recreational marijuana became legal in Illinois last January. “The positions in question were previously noted as safety-sensitive positions by the previous Public Defender. Finkle says Campanelli was against drug testing applicants after recreational marijuana was legalized in Illinois.

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Policy Safety Recreational Advocacy 111

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Responsible policy prioritizes public health and safety and promotes the viability of both California’s legal cannabis industry and the legal hemp industry. . Such a policy includes equal safety testing requirements to protect public health.

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Cannabinoids Policy Advocacy Hemp 95

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Hemp Roundtable, the hemp industry’s national advocacy organization, is deeply troubled about the increasing proliferation of products that are sold under the guise of the hemp name but that are marketed for their intoxicating effect. (Washington D.C.) — The U.S. Official Statement. Russell Coleman, Ethics Counsel to the U.S.

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Hemp Advocacy THC Safety 52

SpeedWeed

JUNE 6, 2021

The California Senate just granted final approval to a landmark bill that would make it legal for any adult in the Golden State to possess, use, and share almost any psychedelic drug. The post California Senate Just Voted to Legalize Possession of Most Psychedelics appeared first on SpeedWeed. View original article.

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Legalization Decriminalization Legislation Advocacy 52

Canna Law Blog

MARCH 14, 2020

Although the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp, the production of the plant and its derivatives – or certain aspects of it – remain prohibited in some states. But does the lack of hemp and tetrahydrocannabidiol (“THC”) render synthetic CBD legal? The post Is Synthetic CBD Legal? appeared first on Harris Bricken.

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CBD Legalization Consumption Hemp 55

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

–(BUSINESS WIRE)– PSI Labs , an Ann Arbor, Michigan-based ISO 17025 accredited Safety Compliance Facility that provides essential cannabis testing services, today announced its expansion into Southern California with the acquisition of pH Solutions, LLC. Monrovia-Based Lab Acquisition Strengthens Cannabis Testing In California.

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Research and Development Compliance Compliance Safety 105

WeedAdvisor

JULY 3, 2019

With all the buzz going on as state after state legalizes recreational marijuana – or at least loosens restrictions – we never really questioned why most adults want to see the drug legalized. adults who support legalization do not cite legal consumption as their main argument. WeedAdvisor’s Advocacy for Legalization. .

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Legalization Marijuana Chronic Pain Recreational 60

SpeedWeed

MARCH 26, 2021

A study of data from across the country has found no evidence that the legalization of medical cannabis and the establishment of dispensaries encourages marijuana use by young people. The post Study Finds No Evidence Legal Medical Cannabis Increases Youth Marijuana Use • High Times appeared first on SpeedWeed. View original article.

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Legalization Data Marijuana Collective 52

CannaMD

JUNE 2, 2020

However, medical marijuana is here to stay, and so – as advocacy groups argue: employers will have to come around sooner or later. Exceptions were again made for safety-sensitive positions. Exceptions were again made for safety-sensitive positions. Medical Marijuana: Employee Rights & Safety. Find Out if You Qualify.

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Marijuana Safety Policy Advocacy 98

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Senate Bill 519 would have decriminalized the personal possession of certain psychedelic substances, legalized life-saving public health interventions, and studied future approaches to increasing use of psychedelics. The continued criminalization of all drugs and the people who use them increases harms to public health and safety.

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Decriminalization Advocacy Research and Development Education 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

RICHMOND, Virginia, July 19, 2021 – PRESS RELEASE— Governor Ralph Northam announced appointments to the three newly-created boards responsible for overseeing the legalization of recreational cannabis in the Commonwealth. The Cannabis Control Authority (CCA) is the regulatory agency for the legal cannabis market in Virginia.

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Legalization Research and Development Safety Legislation 52

CannaMD

FEBRUARY 13, 2021

Medical marijuana research, advocacy, and acceptance is on the rise – and that means more and more great news for Florida medical marijuana patients. First, when cannabis is legal and available, some people may opt to purchase and use it rather than opioids. And third, legal cannabis, through regulation, is safer than illicit product.

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Marijuana Blood Pressure Safety Dispensary 112

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 10, 2021

In short the study learns that legalized states tend not to have their roads overcrowded with stoned drivers and cannabis users like alcohol users self police their behaviour. The Traffic Safety Culture Index is an annual survey with national scope and multiple measures relevant to driving after marijuana use. Materials and methods.

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Policy Safety Marijuana Data 59

NORML

MAY 31, 2019

“With states rapidly legalizing the distribution of these products, consumers require certainty and consistency when it comes what they ingest.” ” NORML has submitted written comments to the FDA ahead of Friday’s scheduled hearing on the regulation of CBD-infused products.

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Hemp CBD Safety Oil 203

MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For patients seeking access to this valuable form of treatment, it’s essential to understand the complex web of regulations, legal requirements, and rights surrounding medical marijuana in the Golden State. California has since continued to refine its MMJ laws.

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Patients Law Cultivation Dispensary 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Overview of the Medical Marijuana Industry The medical marijuana industry has experienced significant growth and evolution in recent years, fueled by shifting attitudes, changing regulations, and expanding legalization efforts across various jurisdictions.

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Supply Chain Research and Development Marijuana Seed-To-Sale 105

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

Hemp Roundtable (“the Roundtable”) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments to FDA in response to its request for scientific data and information about the safety, manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale of products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds. Here is the full document submitted to the FDA.

Hemp 58

Hemp Packaging Advocacy Data 58

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

As Oregon prepares to roll out the nation’s first legal psilocybin-assisted services program, there is a recognized need for the community to track adverse events and measure efficacy. We don’t believe safety and access are opposing polarities that must be constantly balanced.

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Research and Development Therapy Safety Clinical Trials 52

NORML

MARCH 5, 2020

This bill will not eliminate the racial disparities surrounding marijuana, but it will prevent low-level offenders from receiving jail time for simple possession while we move toward legalization in coming years with a framework that addresses both public safety and equity in an emerging market.”

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Decriminalization Legislation Patients Programs 255

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 3, 2022

From day one legislators have actively ignored this issue in the name of over cautious safety and the industry has not pushed back enough to demand better solutions Here’s the introduction “We’re going to have this entire new universe of plastic waste of the worst kind,” says one environmental activist. Great report.

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Packaging Safety Legislation Legalization 52

MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

While anecdotal evidence and individual success stories have sparked interest in using MMJ for seizure control, scientific research plays a crucial role in establishing its safety and efficacy. Legal Aspects of MMJ for Epilepsy The legality of using MMJ for epilepsy varies by location.

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Epilepsy Treatment Patients Strains 105

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 29, 2022

[There would be no criminal penalties, however, and Colorado manufacturers would still be able to manufacture, hold, distribute and sell higher limit products to states where they are legal.]. In other news, lawmakers continue to listen to the US Hemp Roundtable’s expert insights and your advocacy efforts! or less THC. or less THC.

Hemp 52

Hemp Advocacy Legislation THC 52

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

It’s a dynamic time with many states legalizing adult and medical cannabis use, and with ongoing discussion around federal legalization,” she added. We are thrilled to welcome her as our first Executive Director during this pivotal time for cannabis legalization and policy reform” he said.

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Policy Programs Advocacy Cannabis 97

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Cannabis is now legal in some form in nearly 40 states. Last week, the Minority Cannabis Business Association (MCBA) commissioned a full report on the current inequities in the legal cannabis industry and has put together state and federal policy recommendations aimed at creating a more equitable industry in the future.

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Policy Advocacy Legislation Business 52

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 20, 2022

The Department of Public Safety (DPS), which is the state agency that oversees TCUP, is reviewing the rules to determine if they are obsolete, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the department. Any proposed changes will be published for additional review and comment in the future.

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Programs Advocacy Marijuana Patients 52

NORML

JANUARY 13, 2020

Now more than ever, congressional action is required to end the failed criminalization of marijuana and amend federal law to ensure that state-legal cannabis programs can operate as intended. .” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform.

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Legislation Marijuana Policy DEA 195