Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

Under his leadership, the group will work with cannabis retailers, growers, distributors, processors and investors to guide them through the new regulations associated with the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) in ways that safeguard both public safety and business enterprise, as well as compliance with federal statutes.

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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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Hemp Advocacy Research and Development Agriculture 52

NORML

JUNE 25, 2019

Pritzker has signed legislation legalizing the adult use of marijuana and regulating its commercial production and retail sale. Illinois Gov. Illinois is now the eleventh state to legalize adult-use marijuana, and it is the second state to legalize marijuana use via legislative action rather than by voter initiative.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Michigan-Based Cannabis Lab Grows Its Team, Continues Advocating for Consumer Safety and Industry Transparency. PSI Labs is dedicated to elevating the cannabis community through scientific accuracy, research, advocacy and consumer safety. ANN ARBOR, Mich.–(BUSINESS About PSI Labs.

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NORML

MAY 31, 2019

Washington, DC : Today the US Food and Drug Administration is taking in-person public testimony with regard to the “manufacturing, product quality, marketing, labeling, and sale” of CBD-infused retail products. ” Currently, commercially marketed CBD-infused products are not subject to explicit federal regulations.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Despite this, pockets of advocacy and research persisted, leading to the gradual recognition of its therapeutic potential and subsequent legalization for medical use in various states starting in the late 20th century. Moreover, its use in palliative care has shown promising results in improving quality of life for terminally ill patients.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. As the largest cannabis patient advocacy group, their recommendations have helped me hone in on issues that impact patients and work to pass improvements to better their lives,” Rabb said.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

Virginia is committed to legalizing cannabis the right way—by learning from other states, by listening to public health and safety experts, and by centering social equity,” said Governor Northam. On July 1, recreational marijuana became legal for adult use in Virginia. Board members cannot have financial interests in the cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

The newly named regulators—Reuben McDaniel III of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and Jessica García of the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union—do not require confirmation by lawmakers. Hochul named two additional Cannabis Control Board members weeks after the Senate confirmed previous appointees earlier this month.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The city’s Office of Cannabis issues permits for cannabis businesses, regulates cannabis retail sites, and assists organizations that want to sell cannabis at community events. “Being a good communicator, writing clearly, speaking accurately, and being informed are all things that are very helpful,” Schwartz said. “An

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Programs Law Events Advocacy 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

Testing of cannabis seized from illicit retailers in B.C. My message to people who choose to consume cannabis is simple: buy from legal sellers whose regulated product is subject to national requirements that are in place to protect you,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “My

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Safety Retail Consumption Cannabis 105

Veriheal

APRIL 14, 2021

In Dallas, Texas police chief Eddie Garcia has made a proposal to the Dallas City Council Public Safety Committee requesting that Dallas police officers no longer arrest or cite most individuals who have 2 oz of cannabis or less in their possession. Texas has started to see a shift of support towards cannabis legalization.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 15, 2022

Thanks to your advocacy, the Governor excised those restrictions from the bill. . The legislation does not provide a certain path to protect the retail sale of CBN products that are demonstrably non-intoxicating. serving; 1.0/package), package), virtually criminalizing the full spectrum hemp industry.

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

This week, officials with the Alaska’s Marijuana Control Board issued their first-ever permits to retailers who wish to allow customers to consume cannabis on the premises. Legislation is pending, House Bill 1663, to allow for the use, possession, and retail sale of marijuana by adults. New Hampshire. NH resident? NH resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Safety Cultivation 160

NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Separate provisions in the bill exclude cannabidiol from the federal definition of marijuana, permit VA doctors to authorize medical cannabis access to qualified patients, and remove undue federal barriers to clinical trial research to better assess the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis. PA resident? VT resident? New Hampshire.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 6, 2021

And although the legislation would allow adults to possess psychedelics and share them with friends, it does not create a retail market for these hallucinogens. Anyone caught selling any of these drugs would still be subject to arrest, and would face the same criminal penalties that apply today.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

-based Indigenous producers in private retail stores and BC Cannabis Stores as well as online, helping consumers easily identify Indigenous products and make purchasing decisions. s cannabis sector,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Learn More: Interested non-medical cannabis retailers in B.C.

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Programs Retail Safety Cannabis 52

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

Legislation is pending, House Bill 1389 / Senate Bill 1860, to permit the use, possession, and retail sale of marijuana for adults. Update : HB 1648 is scheduled for a public hearing in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/23/20 at 1:30pm. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of employment protections.

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 245

NORML

APRIL 15, 2020

That is why, in the best interest of public health and safety, NORML is encouraging cannabis consumers not to congregate in groups either outdoors or indoors this 4/20. A complete guide to NORML’s ‘Responsible Consumer Safety Tips’ is online here. • Texas NORML’s 420 Stream-A-Thon (start time: 12:30PM CT).

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Events Safety Vaping Consumption 63

The Joint Blog

MAY 2, 2020

A coalition of marijuana companies, churches and advocacy groups is asking California Governor Gavin Newsom for temporary tax breaks for the marijuana industry. The measure also legalized state-licensed marijuana retail outlets, which are authorized to distribute cannabis and cannabis products to anyone 21 and older.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

The CRC has not yet adopted rules for the licensing of adult-use cannabis retailers or issued any licenses to such businesses.

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Medicine Business Law Advocacy 111

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Having previously led advocacy, government relations and human resources, as well as legal, Phil has a deep understanding of the value and application of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices and of corporate governance best practices. He brings extensive M&A experience, as well as intellectual property expertise.

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Advocacy Research and Development Environment Business 52

NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 165, to establish a medical marijuana access program for qualified patients with a physician’s recommendation to access medical marijuana from licensed retail outlets. Legislation is pending from 2019, SB 486 / HB 637, to provide qualifying patients access to medical cannabis via licensed retailers.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

“Virginia is committed to legalizing cannabis the right way—by learning from other states, by listening to public health and safety experts and by centering social equity,” Northam said. ” Information about each of the boards and the Governor’s appointments can be found below.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. Then, it’s ebbed and flowed.”.

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Dispensary Packaging Terpenes Consumption 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. Then, it’s ebbed and flowed.”.

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Cultivation Legislation Dispensary Packaging 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 22, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. Then, it’s ebbed and flowed.”.

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Dispensary Packaging Terpenes Consumption 52

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Separately, House Bill 7371 would establish a regulatory framework for the licensed retail sale of adult use marijuana. House Bill 324 seeks to establish a regulatory framework to permit the retail sale of medical CBD products to registered patients. CT resident? DE resident? GA resident? HI resident? ” IL resident? NV resident?

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Legislation Hemp Patients Compliance 136

SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

“Virginia is committed to legalizing cannabis the right way—by learning from other states, by listening to public health and safety experts and by centering social equity,” Northam said. ” Information about each of the boards and the Governor’s appointments can be found below.

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Research and Development Safety Cannabis Legislation 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

Several mayors across the state of New Jersey are calling for automatic expungement provisions to be included in the state’s marijuana regulation bill, and are threatening to ban retail sales in their jurisdictions if state lawmakers pass legislation without it. AZ resident? California. CA resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 165

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

The bill would establish a regulatory framework to permit the retail sale of medical CBD products to registered patients. House Bill 481 would allow for the use, possession, and retail sale of marijuana by adults. Legislation is pending, House Bill 356, to permit the use, possession, and retail sale of cannabis for adults 21 and over.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 163

SpeedWeed

JULY 28, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. Then, it’s ebbed and flowed.”.

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Dispensary Packaging Terpenes Consumption 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

New Jersey lawmakers have come to an agreement with Governor Murphy regarding retail marijuana tax rates, settling on charging sales tax by weight as opposed to a specific percentage. 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.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 179

SpeedWeed

JUNE 7, 2021

In late May, the New York State health department revised its regulations on the processing and retail sale of what it terms “cannabinoid hemp.” Vladimir Bautista, co-founder of Happy Munkey, a cannabis lifestyle and advocacy brand based in New York City, told Leafly that delta-8 has been on his radar for several years now.

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THC Hemp Cannabinoids Extraction 40

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. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 80, to legalize the use, possession, cultivation, and retail sale of cannabis for adults. Lawmakers decriminalized minor marijuana possession offenses in 2017. NH resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 195

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 9, 2019

London law firm Mackrell Turner Garrett, together with a leading food and trading standards barrister, were instructed by the Cannabis Trades Association UK (CTA) to make representations to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). He lectures widely on EU consumer and trading standards law. Notable cases.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

Marijuana Markets: “The passage of medical and adult-use cannabis laws gives rise to an entirely new industry that creates tens of thousands of jobs in occupations as varied as management, cultivation, manufacturing, and retail. According to Arcview Market Research and BDS Analytics, the U.S. ” Almut Winterstein, Ph.D.,

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