Veriheal

JUNE 7, 2023

One of the primary reasons Carney cited for not signing the bills was his concern that recreational marijuana will have a negative impact on road safety, the health of minors, and the poorest neighborhoods in the state. Employers are also to maintain a zero-tolerance cannabis policy.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 25, 2022

The HR representative told Barbuto that ASM “follow[s] federal law, not state law” in explaining why she was not being accommodated. Was Barbuto wrongfully terminated in violation of public policy by ASM for her use of medical marijuana? Analysis. (I) 10] In that case, there would be undue hardship.

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NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. Click here to email your member of Congress and urge them to join the Cannabis Caucus. Pennsylvania.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

Additionally, adhering to dispensary policies on product handling and consumption promotes harmony and safety. How to Navigate Ohio’s MMJ Dispensaries Begin by familiarizing yourself with the legal requirements, including obtaining a medical marijuana card and understanding state regulations.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

Advocacy Groups Celebrate. The Marijuana Policy Project played a leading role in the fight to reform Connecticut ’s cannabis laws. Connecticut is on the cusp of becoming the latest state to legalize cannabis. States across the Northeast have already tapped into the economic promise of cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2019

An-Chi Tsou is the principal at Tsou Consulting, LLC, specializing in state and local regulatory and legislative compliance, guidance, and advocacy. She was the lead staffer and drafter of the MCRSA at the California State Legislature in 2015. . If that’s the case, this is where the CAC should come in.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Medical marijuana is currently legal in 31 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and Guam, and 46 states have some form of medical marijuana law ; however, it remains illegal under federal law. ” Changes in the legal status of marijuana at the state level have not negatively impacted workplace safety.

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

2227) is bipartisan legislation that removes marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, thus decriminalizing the substance at the federal level and enabling states to set their own policies. Update : HB 1648 is scheduled for an executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/28/20 at 10am.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

This measure prohibits employers from arbitrarily discriminating against employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law. 4522 was approved by the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy on 3/9/20. 4524 was approved by the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy on 3/9/20. Update : H.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2021

The decision does note that some state jobs are considered “safety sensitive” but state law only bars “the use, possession, or being under the influence of illegal or unauthorized mind-altering substances” while on duty or on standby for duty.

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NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

Update : The Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee will hold an executive session for HB 399 on 1/17 at 11am. Under existing state law, medical cannabis oil may contain no more than five percent THC, greatly restricting its therapeutic potential and medical efficacy. NH resident? VA resident? NY resident? New Mexico.

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NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Under state law, adults face civil penalties for minor marijuana possession offenses. Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Update : HB 1383 was heard and approved by the Committees on Judiciary and Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs on 3/19. HI resident? OR resident?

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NORML

MAY 3, 2019

LD 991 also seeks to expunge the records of those convicted of marijuana related offenses that are no longer defined as criminal under state law. This measure prohibits employers from arbitrarily discriminating against prospective employees who legally consume cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law.

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 162

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Under state law, adults face civil penalties for minor marijuana possession offenses. Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Update : HB 1383 was heard and approved by the Committees on Judiciary and Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs on 3/19. DE resident? HI resident?

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. Update : HB 2149 was approved by the Public Safety Committee on 2/20. AZ resident? Click here to email your lawmakers in support of medical expansion. NV resident?

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 2, 2020

Application of the law is applied to persons who own, nurture, or distribute cannabis in enormous quantities. State Law The law on cannabis use varies from state-to-state and penalties differ depending on the gravity of the violation. Let us take a look at some California state laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Although cannabis remains federally illegal, as a medical or recreational user of cannabis, you still have rights when it comes to your personal healthcare, law enforcement encounters, your employment, your housing, transportation, and your individual privacy. LAW ENFORCEMENT RIGHTS. PERSONAL RIGHTS.

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