Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2022

Laws around cannabis are complex and ever-changing, making legal compliance a significant challenge for cannabis businesses. With a cross-disciplinary approach to key industry sectors, this certificate gives you the information and insights needed to participate in the world of cannabis regulation, compliance and public policy.

Policy 59

Policy Law Compliance Compliance 59

Veriheal

OCTOBER 4, 2021

federal government has recognized hemp as a viable crop and taken measures to legalize it, each state has set its own specific laws and compliance measures around the plant. Things began to change in 2014 with the introduction of the Farm Bill , which legalized hemp research programs. Department of Agriculture. Although the U.S.

Cultivation 96

Cultivation Hemp Agriculture Programs 96

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

The final provision provides, “Notwithstanding anything in this Section to the contrary, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Department of Agriculture may share licensee information with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity necessary to support the administration of Social Equity programming.”

Agriculture 78

Agriculture Compliance Compliance Business 78

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of two programs that protect hemp producers’ crops from natural disasters. Producers may apply now, and the deadline to sign up for both programs is March 16, 2020. “We Multi-Peril Crop Insurance Pilot Insurance Program. Release No. WASHINGTON, D.C.,

Programs 59

Programs Hemp Seed-To-Sale Agriculture 59

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2021

Australia’s Victorian government says Agriculture Victoria Research scientists have developed the world’s most complete medicinal cannabis genomic reference. Furthermore, the systems developed allow for compliance and regulatory related testing to be performed quickly and cost-effectively. Hemp Gazette reports. Source: [link].

Medicine 105

Medicine Research and Development Agriculture Strains 105

NORML

MARCH 1, 2019

Denver, Colorado’s marijuana social use law is here to stay, as the city council voted this week to remove the “sunset” provision which made it a temporary four year program. Update: SB 440 was heard by the Senate Agriculture, Forestry & Economic Development Committee, but no action has been taken yet.

Legislation 173

Legislation Compliance Compliance Hemp 173

MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Efforts to promote equity in the cannabis industry include initiatives such as social equity programs and the expungement of past cannabis-related convictions, aiming to provide opportunities for inclusion and economic empowerment. The focus is on rectifying past injustices and ensuring fair opportunities in the emerging cannabis industry.

Legalization 52

Legalization Access Programs Education 52

Veriheal

JANUARY 18, 2024

Remarkably, LSU offers the comprehensive Cannabis Healthcare & Medicine Certificate —a tailor-made program catering to aspiring cannabis nurses. But it doesn’t end there, as LSU’s commitment extends far beyond that particular program. Their diverse educational initiatives cater to multiple facets of the cannabis industry.

Education 113

Education Therapy Patients Research and Development 113

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

AUGUST 5, 2020

The new law creates a regulatory scheme for industrial hemp that should allow Michigan to obtain approval from the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) of its plan to administer an industrial hemp program under the 2018 Farm Bill. Thus, as of now, hemp processors continue to be regulated under IHRDA.

Hemp 40

Hemp Programs Law Research and Development 40

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2019

Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried announced Monday a new Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee, which she says will collaborate with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to help improve the state’s medical marijuana policies. Here are the details care of Sunshine State News.

Agriculture 40

Agriculture Marijuana Research and Development Policy 40

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

On January 12, 2022, the New York Department of State’s Division of Administrative Rules published emergency regulations in the New York State Register that formally implemented the New York State Hemp Grower License program (the Grower License Program). Changes to Expect from the New Licensing Program. THC or less.

Cultivation 52

Cultivation Hemp Agriculture Programs 52

SpeedWeed

MARCH 24, 2021

With the Eastern seaboard’s most ambitious Adult Use program primed to explode, New Jersey’s Superior Court Appellate Division (“Appellate Division”) just lifted its “stay” on scoring 18 month old Medical Marijuana applications clearing the way for 5 cultivation, 15 dispensary, and 4 vertically integrated license awards. 24:6I-2, Et Seq.

Programs 52

Programs Business Cannabis Retail 52

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 12, 2021

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has recently updated the list of pesticides that are allowed for use in marijuana production in Washington State, based on criteria previously established by WSDA. For information regarding how to comply with the pesticide label, please contact the WSDA Pesticide Compliance Program.

Agriculture 52

Agriculture Marijuana Compliance Compliance 52

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 ( 2018 Farm Bill ) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. According to the USDA website , Oklahoma is currently drafting a hemp cultivation plan.

Hemp 88

Hemp CBD Agriculture Cultivation 88

MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

The establishment of cultivation, processing, and dispensary facilities creates a diverse array of employment opportunities, spanning from agricultural roles to retail positions. Effective supply chain management encompasses inventory management, transportation logistics, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Supply Chain 105

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

Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

There are now separate (and slightly different) definitions for hemp generally under the California Health and Safety Code, and now under the Food and Agriculture Code relative just to hemp cultivation. Department of Agriculture by May 2020. California is required to submit a 2018 Farm Bill-compliant hemp production plan to the U.S.

Hemp 81

Hemp Law Agriculture Compliance 81

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the approval of five hemp production plans under the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program for the states of Washington and Wyoming and for the Otoe-Missouria Tribe, the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and the Santee Sioux Nation. Domestic Hemp Production Program webpage.

Hemp 59

Hemp Agriculture Programs Compliance 59

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2019

recognize that there are significant tensions among residents, cannabis growers, and some elements of other agricultural industries. The County’s compliance and enforcement teams have been enforcing our regulations and those required by the State of California to put a stop to illegal cannabis activity and operations across the county.

Agriculture 40

Agriculture Environment Compliance Compliance 40

Illinois News Joint

MAY 12, 2023

Other smaller changes also include the addition of the line, “The Department has the authority to adopt rules and policies prohibiting the use of pesticides during the flowering stage,” and “The Department of Agriculture may modify packaging requirements, including package warnings, by rule.”

Packaging 98

Packaging Agriculture Cultivation Cannabis 98

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2021

Compliance Division – Richard Parrott. She worked for the Department of Food and Agriculture for 24 years, including as Branch Chief of Departmental Services, Special Assistant in Inspection Services Division, Assistant Legislative Director in the Legislative Office, as well as other positions within the Legislative and Executive Office.

Research and Development 105

Research and Development Compliance Compliance Food 105

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Maine has proposed the changes to help ease the state’s 154 hemp farmers into compliance with looming federal regulations, which are more restrictive than the rules governing that the state’s three-year-old hemp program. Department of Agriculture. The proposed rules, which will be the topic of a public hearing Jan.

Hemp 69

Hemp THC Programs Agriculture 69

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Department of Agriculture is improving crop insurance for hemp. To ensure consistency across USDA, RMA updated references to regulations, including the Agriculture Marketing Service final rule, which took effect March 22, 2021. Hemp having THC above the federal statutory compliance level of 0.3% Here’s the USDA update.

Hemp 52

Hemp Agriculture Policy History 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2021

Portland, OR — At a special commission meeting on July 19, 2021, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) approved temporary rules allowing the agency to work with the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) to begin field testing of hemp fields across Oregon; these tests are to determine if the grows are legitimate or illegal.

Hemp 98

Hemp Compliance Compliance THC 98

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 5, 2022

1/5/2022 – As of January 1, 2022 all hemp growers in North Carolina must be licensed through the USDA National Hemp Program. The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Pilot Program, which was overseen by the NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services under the direction of NC Industrial Hemp Commission ended on December 31, 2021.

Hemp 52

Hemp Programs Agriculture History 52

NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 34, which would exempt compassionate care programs from paying state cannabis taxes when they are providing free medical cannabis to financially disadvantaged people living with serious health conditions. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of compassionate care programs. CA resident?

Legislation 119

Legislation Hemp Agriculture Compliance 119

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The Seed to Sale software is designed to amplify operations and automate compliance to promote exponential levels of success, profits, and growth. Cross Communication: Send the data directly to specific states and regions to match the most up-to-date Metrc compliance standards. Department of Justice (DOJ). How Seed to Sale Works.

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Seed-To-Sale Compliance Compliance Data 52

NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Department of Agriculture held a hemp listening session this week as regulators work to establish rules and regulations for production. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of compassionate care programs. Update : SB 1352 was heard and unanimously approved by the House Committee on Agriculture on 3/13. AR resident?

Legislation 145

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 145

Illinois News Joint

MAY 20, 2023

The new omnibus draft was attached to Senate Bill 1559 , the Access Affordable Insulin Act, which sets forth provisions concerning an insulin urgent-need program. Items included were technical changes to the wording so the law guarantees all medical patients are covered (opioid alternative pilot program).

Packaging 63

Packaging Cannabis Policy Programs 63

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 11, 2022

The program was formally announced by Governor Hochul yesterday, and creates three programs that prioritize New York Farmers and equity entrepreneurs: Seeding Opportunity Initiative Farmers First Program : Provides an adult-use conditional cultivator license from the OCM to eligible New York cannabinoid hemp farmers.

Seed-To-Sale 52

Seed-To-Sale Research and Development Agriculture Programs 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

And Denver, Colorado’s mayor and district attorney launched a new program seeking to help those convicted of certain marijuana offenses expunge their records. Legislation is pending, House Bill 131 / Senate Bill 1335, to amend the state’s existing industrial hemp law to be in compliance with the new federal hemp regulations.

Legislation 163

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 163

NORML

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

— Bills SB 175 and HB 461 would expand the qualifying conditions under New Hampshire’s medical marijuana program. — Bipartisan bill HB 459 would legalize the production of industrial hemp in the state of New Hampshire to be in compliance with current federal hemp regulations and establish rules for such production.

Marijuana 209

Marijuana Legislation Hemp Patients 209

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2022

The ARICCAME may create regional or provincial delegations to ensure swift and broad compliance with this new Law. Specific rules providing for the traceability will be promulgated by the National Seed Institute (INASE), a body regulating seed production and circulation under the Ministry of Agriculture.

Medicine 52

Medicine Hemp Law Research and Development 52

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

HB4035 Put Forward by Representative Lively – This bill directs the OLCC, Oregon Health Authority, State Department of Agriculture and Governor’s office to develop a plan to address issues related to regulatory authority over marijuana. Ensure the efficacy of the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program.

Legislation 58

Legislation Agriculture Programs Hemp 58

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 29, 2019

Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved the first set of plans submitted by states and Indian tribes for the domestic production of hemp under the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program. Domestic Hemp Production Program and the provisions for USDA to approve submitted plans. Domestic Hemp Production Program web page.

Hemp 59

Hemp Agriculture Programs Compliance 59

Canna Law Blog

JULY 24, 2019

But if SB-153 is passed, it’ll add a brand new definition of “industrial hemp” to the Food & Agriculture Code, as follows: “Industrial hemp” means an agricultural product, whether growing or not, that is limited to types of the plant Cannabis sativa L. Department of Agriculture a hemp production plan.

Cultivation 69

Cultivation Hemp Law Agriculture 69

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 26, 2019

A few weeks ago, we addressed the need for hemp sellers and purchaser to enter into agricultural production agreements (“APAs”), and in doing so, avoid unnecessary litigation. grower and/or processor), provide a copy of its license registration with the state department of agriculture in which the hemp is grown and/or processed.

Hemp 61

Hemp Agriculture Compliance Compliance 61

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

ENCINITAS — Following a battle with neighbors over the summer, a county agriculture department’s investigation found that a former Encinitas hemp farm was using an unregistered pesticide in violation of state codes but could not establish a nexus between the farm’s operations and neighbors’ reported illnesses. Coast News reports.

Hemp 59

Hemp Research and Development Agriculture Compliance 59