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.

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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.

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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.

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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. or less tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on a dry-weight basis. Here’s the USDA update. OTHER UPDATES.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

On November 20th, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (“WSDA”) released the hemp cultivation plan (the “Plan”) that it intends to submit to the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) along with a corresponding set of hemp regulations (“Hemp Rules”). THC Testing. 9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and ?9-Tetrahydrocannabinolic

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Urabn Milwaukee write, Some Wisconsin hemp growers say state agriculture officials didn’t test their fields on time, making their crop more likely to surpass the allowed THC level. Growers then pay for the state to test their crop for THC, the psychoactive component of marijuana. And in the meantime we’re paying $250 per test.”.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 1, 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. total THC and are free of certain chemicals. total THC is strictly prohibited.

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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.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 24, 2019

having no more than three-tenths of 1 percent tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) contained in the dried flowering tops, whether growing or not; the seeds of the plant; the resin extracted from any part of the plant; and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the plant, its seeds or resin produced therefrom.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

We got 51 hemp-derived Delta-8 THC products tested by an independent lab, and found high levels of Delta-9 THC in most of them. Customers looking for a “weed light” experience could be getting something decidedly heavy , with delta-9 THC levels well beyond the legal limit and very little in the way of testing for impurities.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 27, 2022

The group’s president, Allan Gandelman, said the state’s current plan to tax marijuana based on THC potency and slow-rolling licensing would harm small businesses, and could undermine the state’s burgeoning legal adult-use marijuana market. 4 Removal of the THC-Based Excise Tax. 26) morning.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

We are excited to offer coverage to certain hemp producers in this pilot program,” said RMA Administrator Martin Barbre. Since this is a pilot program, we look forward to feedback from producers on the program in the coming crop year.”. percent or less tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on a dry-weight basis. WASHINGTON, D.C.,

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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.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

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. Education and outreach to interested parties and hemp program participants.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2022

For the first year since program launch, regulated cannabis sales fell in the state. Seven years into regulated, adult use cannabis, Oregon’s program remains as dynamic as ever from a regulatory perspective. OLCC banned sales of “artificially derived” cannabinoids, including delta-8 THC and CBN, subject to certain grandfathering.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2022

Bush’s national drug control strategy, Congress passed legislation to require schools, colleges and universities to implement and enforce drug and alcohol prevention programs and policies as a condition of eligibility to receive federal funds and assistance. There also exist certain requirements to demonstrate compliance with the Regulations.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 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. THC will result in a negligent violation. .” producers and consumers.'”

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 17, 2020

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may soon change its tune on hemp-derived CBD (Hemp CBD) thanks to a bill recently filed by chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. other known or potential challenges by the participation of States or producers in the domestic hemp production program.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 8, 2019

Fortunately, the Oregon state legislature Department of Agriculture (“ODA”) have been working hard to keep up with these developments. Lastly, the new rules propose to increase the cost for agricultural hemp seed producer application fees by $380 (from $120 to $500). Revise sampling procedures for pre-harvest THC testing.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 14, 2022

Cannabis businesses that are ill-prepared for these regulatory requirements risk facing litigation, enforcement actions, fines or penalties, and negative publicity, while those taking a proactive approach to compliance may find opportunities to mitigate and even monetize those risks. Pesticide Misuse. Water Issues. million cars on the road.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

It also includes comprehensive restorative justice provisions, including grants, loans, and other funding programs for disadvantaged and minority businesses, record expungement, petitions for resentencing, and other measures intended to repair the decades of harm caused by the War on Drugs. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FDA.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 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. For previous coverage in this series, check out the links below: Alabama.

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NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

At the state level, Governor Jay Inslee of Washington launched a new program and began granting pardons to those with past criminal misdemeanor marijuana-related convictions on their record. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 1557, to expand the state’s low-THC medical cannabis oil program. NH resident? SC resident?

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 30, 2019

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. This week we turn to Arizona. Arizona’s hemp laws are still in their infancy.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 10, 2022

Domestic Hemp Production Program at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”), served as the keynote speaker at the opening of the conference. North Carolina is one of the few states and Indian tribes to transition into a USDA-controlled hemp production program , with that transition taking effect on January 1, 2022.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2019

The hemp industry is up in arms over the USDA’s interim rules establishing a domestic hemp program. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue urging the Secretary to extend the public commend period by 60 days. 3% Total THC. 3% Total THC. But THC levels can fluctuate because of numerous factors beyond the control of any farmer.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2019

The new publication states: “Hemp and hemp-based products, including cannabidiol (CBD) with the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of such hemp (or its derivatives) not exceeding a 0.3 He works closely with clients to develop compliance strategies. June 13, 2019. You can contact us by clicking here.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 29, 2019

The USDA has just released a draft version of the interim final rule for the establishment of a domestic hemp production program. Sampling and testing for delta-9 THC: 15-day pre-harvest testing mandated. THC (concentrations of less than 0.5% After it is published, it will be effective for two years. Because 0.3% Because 0.3%

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

SB 5372 went into effect on July 25, 2021, and creates a voluntary registration and certification program that hemp processors can opt-in to in the Evergreen State. The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) will register hemp processors who elect apply for such registration. SB 5372 Section 2.) Section 1 (8) and (9).

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 1, 2020

As cannabis use for medical and recreational purposes, including products containing THC and CBD, becomes more ubiquitous across the United States, business sectors from farming to processing to distribution may be required to navigate complicated regulatory landscapes that are sometimes contradictory. Land Disturbing and Use Permits.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 14, 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. However “licenses from other programs or departments may be required.”

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2019

Domestic Hemp Production Program through an interim final rule which was made available yesterday and will be published in the Federal Register on October 31. The program you are licensed under depends on the location of your hemp growing facility. State Hemp Program Contacts. USDA established the U.S. Sampling and Testing.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 11, 2019

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. percent THC and free of unsafe contaminants; and.

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NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

Update : SB 440 was heard by the Senate Agriculture, Forestry & Economic Development Committee on 3/4, and then by the Senate Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee on 3/5, but no action has been taken yet. 333, to amend the state’s existing industrial hemp law to be in compliance with the new federal hemp regulations.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 14, 2019

In addition, on December 20, 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (the 2018 Farm Bill) was signed into law. The 2018 Farm Bill defined “hemp” as any part of the cannabis plant “with a [THC] concentration of not more than 0.3 4 See Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, § 297A, Pub. percent on a dry weight basis.”

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 7, 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. Today we turn to West Virginia.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 23, 2019

To keep up with the growing interest in the crop and its derivatives, the Oregon Department of Agriculture (“ODA”) has been actively revising its rules and finally adopted their permanent version on May 15 th. Adopt a fee schedule for pre-harvest THC testing provided by the ODA.

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