Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Ensure that going forward, CBD manufacturers would be able share safety data through existing FDA notification procedures to be fully compliant with federal law and policy. The US Hemp Roundtable writes. Specifically, the language in the document.

Agriculture 40

Agriculture CBD Hemp Policy 40

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2019

The County Board of Supervisors adopts policies and regulations through a robust public process open to all stakeholders – none more so than the cannabis ordinance with more than 30 public meetings with many hours of public comment.We percent agricultural and forest land, and 3.5 Tax revenue to fund enforcement and regulation.

Agriculture 40

Agriculture Environment Compliance Compliance 40

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

The short answer is that Congress has another shot at the Farm Bill, which is the primary agricultural and food policy instrument of the federal government. How should a new framework for CBD products balance consumer safety with consumer access? Why is this happening now? Now is your chance.

CBD 68

CBD Topical Food Cannabinoids 68

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Department of Agriculture is improving crop insurance for hemp. USDA’s Risk Management Agency is strengthening the hemp crop insurance policy by adding flexibilities around how producers work with processors as well as improving consistency with the most recent USDA hemp regulation. Here’s the USDA update. OTHER UPDATES.

Hemp 52

Hemp Agriculture Policy History 52

Canna Law Blog

JULY 14, 2022

Still, with its new policy, Thailand joins a short list of nations where weed has been decriminalized or better, including Canada , Mexico , and South Africa. It believes cannabis will encourage tourism and increase agricultural production. Speed Weed: Thailand’s liberal legalization policy is an instant success.

Wellness and Beauty 80

Wellness and Beauty Legalization Decriminalization History 80

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 5, 2021

100% foreign ownership a ‘significant departure from previous policy’. This is a significant departure from previous policy which required investors to co-own investments in joint venture with Government or Government entities and locate their investments at state prescribed locations,” he said. “To

Medicine 105

Medicine Pharmaceutical Agriculture Policy 105

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2021

She held multiple positions in the Office of San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom from 2009 to 2010, including Budget Office Policy Assistant, Director of Scheduling and Deputy Board Liaison. Salama was Assistant Branch Chief of the California Department of Public Health’s Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch.

Research and Development 105

Research and Development Compliance Compliance Food 105

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2022

9:45-10:45 AM: Federal cannabis policy: Coalition views on state and federal roles in a future national marketplace. Andrew Freedman, Executive Director, Coalition for Cannabis Policy, Education, and Regulation. 11:00-12:00 PM: Interstate Commerce: Impacts on markets, licensing, and consumer safety. Cannabis Council.

Policy 52

Policy Safety Seed-To-Sale Data 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 27, 2022

If a government chooses this lane, they have a responsibility to ensure safety, quality, and consistency. This is the industrial lane and encompasses all the uses of cannabis as an agricultural commodity. These policy and commercial distinctions have taken hold around the globe. The policy framework is only the starting point.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Pharmaceutical Policy Food 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Legalization presents an opportunity to address historical injustices associated with cannabis prohibition, particularly concerning marginalized communities disproportionately affected by past enforcement policies. With a robust market demand, licensed cannabis businesses contribute to local economies through sales and ancillary services.

Legalization 52

Legalization Access Programs Education 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

With hemp already federally legal, a primary policy issue is how marijuana and hemp—two varieties of the cannabis plant—would be distinguished under a federal regulatory regime. We strongly encourage participation in this important opportunity to shape federal cannabis policy. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FDA.

Hemp 105

Hemp Law Seed-To-Sale Food 105

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2022

The hemp industry is at a critical point where we need regulators and policy makers to recognize the existing, well documented science surrounding the safety and efficacy around hemp ingredients for feed. NHA is a non-profit corporation, based in Washington D.C. www.nationalhempassociation.org . About the Hemp Feed Coalition: .

Hemp 52

Hemp Advocacy Research and Development Agriculture 52

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. NH resident? NH resident?

Legislation 247

Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 247

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

This morning, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell proposed report language that would require the FDA to, within 4 months, issue a formal enforcement policy on the sale of hemp CBD products. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture will today consider the language introduced by McConnell. By: Jessica Wasserman, Esq.

Food 40

Food Legislation CBD Research and Development 40

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

The Program Specialist 2 (Cannabis) positions will perform applicant and licensee inspection of physical facilities, adherence to program regulations, development of guidance documents and statement of findings and other duties ensuring licensees are complying with public health and safety best practices. of the NYS Civil Service Law.

Programs 52

Programs Research and Development Seed-To-Sale Compliance 52

Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

On the same day the coalition’s letter went out to the agency, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell convinced the Senate Appropriations Committee to incorporate provisions into an agriculture spending bill that directs the FDA to issue enforcement guidelines for Hemp-CBD products. Overall, both of these effort by U.S.

Hemp 86

Hemp Law CBD Banking 86

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. Regulations vary significantly by jurisdiction but typically encompass licensing requirements, product safety standards, and distribution protocols.

Supply Chain 105

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

The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

Wider marijuana use will require employers to take action to ensure safe work environments for their employees, especially in safety sensitive settings. Drug policies must be updated and must address discrimination concerns. Illinois Governor J.B. Implication for Employers.

Legislation 85

Legislation Marijuana Policy Recreational 85

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 10, 2022

Within 90 days of enactment of this Act, the FDA shall issue a policy of enforcement discretion with regard to certain products containing CBD meeting the definition of hemp as defined by section 297A of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1964 (7 U.S.C.

Hemp 52

Hemp Research and Development Advocacy CBD 52

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Indeed, on February 18, 2020, the United States Department of Transportation published a bulletin addressing “ DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance Notice ,” which follows a previous notice it had released regarding its position on medical marijuana. It remains unacceptable for any safety?sensitive

CBD 59

CBD Safety Compliance Compliance 59

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Beyond Pesticides , October 8, 2019) As medicinal and recreational marijuana continue to be legalized in a growing number of states, concerns about the safety of the burgeoning industry—how the substance is grown, harvested, processed, distributed, sold, and used—have emerged. Congress should intervene to protect public health and safety.

Environment 55

Environment Safety Medicine Policy 55

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Working with clients in cultivation, processing and retail, each firm offers services like state compliance, audits, staff training and assistance with certifications from current good manufacturing practices (cGMP), quality management (ISO 9001) and food safety (ISO 22000) and Organic. About Allay Consulting. About GMP Collective.

Compliance 52

Compliance Compliance Safety Collective 52

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.

Legislation 164

Legislation Decriminalization Safety Cultivation 164

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2022

The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) remains committed to the implementation deadlines established by WAC 314-55-102 (11) and defined in Policy Statement PS-22-01 that describes rule “phase in” and “sell down” periods. The intent was to have this safety improvement implemented without delay. 30, 2022 testing deadline.

Safety 52

Safety Retail Compliance Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 11, 2022

An Oregon legislative task force established pursuant to HB 3000 (2021) and SB 1564 (2022) is developing policy proposals for 2023 relating to intoxicating cannabinoid products, illegal cannabis production, and water rights issues. Emphasis added by GLLG.).

Cannabinoids 52

Cannabinoids Legislation Hemp Safety 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

And the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for food related use cases. Policy makers have a lot to consider. The state government is considering legalizing hemp cultivation for industrial and medical purposes, and has asked the Tamil Nadu Agriculture University to submit a feasibility report for the same.

Medicine 52

Medicine Hemp Compliance Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

The 2018 Farm Bill amended the Controlled Substances Act to address how industrial hemp is to be defined and regulated at the federal level, and those modifications cleared the way for the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation to offer policies for it. Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at rma.usda.gov.

Hemp 59

Hemp Programs History Policy 59

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2021

In December 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act, also known as the 2018 Farm Bill, changed how certain types of cannabis are scheduled by removing hemp, defined as cannabis and derivatives of cannabis with extremely low concentrations of THC (less than 0.3% THC) from the list of controlled substances under the CSA.

Pets 105

Pets Hemp CBD Food 105

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 62

Hemp Agriculture Compliance Compliance 62

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

The purpose of SB 5372 is to allow Washington hemp companies to sell ingestible hemp products, like hemp-CBD, in other states that require certain safety standards. The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) will register hemp processors who elect apply for such registration. SB 5372 Section 2.)

Extraction 105

Extraction Hemp Seed-To-Sale Food 105

SpeedWeed

JUNE 8, 2021

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) ruled that Delta-8 THC, a cannabinoid that occurs naturally and can also be processed from CBD, is a controlled substance not protected by the 2018 Farm Bill, which legalized hemp agriculture and products derived from the crop. View original article.

Topical 40

Topical THC Cannabinoids Agriculture 40

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 5, 2022

Recorded 0 safety-related product recalls globally. Trained 93% of Canopy Growth employees on our pharmacovigilance program.

Pharmaceutical 52

Pharmaceutical Agriculture Programs Safety 52

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

OCTOBER 15, 2018

An individual who purchases marijuana illegally on the street has virtually no guarantee as to the quality or safety of the product. Pesticides play a role in many agricultural sectors and primarily exist to kill destructive pests and fungi. Learn More About the Health and Safety Issues of Pesticides.

Patients 84

Patients Marijuana Research and Development Agriculture 84

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2019

In May 2019, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried announced that a newly-created and appointed Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee of 18 doctors, lawyers, patients, industry leaders, and advocates will be implemented in order to “advance and modernize policies” to move Florida into the future of medical marijuana.

Marijuana 65

Marijuana Agriculture Research and Development Education 65

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2022

Mr. Fagon is an experienced policy professional with a background in industrial hemp, cannabis, economic development and agriculture. He is also a third generation farmer, and has managed international agricultural development initiatives in several countries, including Jamaica, Sierra Leone, and Guatemala.

Conditions 52

Conditions Seed-To-Sale Programs Dispensary 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

” At a more local level, the decriminalization policy in Dayton, Ohio went into effect this week. Meanwhile, The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment killed SB 1335. Update : The Criminal Justice and Public Safety is scheduled to hold an executive session on HB 481 on 2/21 at 11:00am in LOB 204. HI resident?

Legislation 166

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 166

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Hemp-derived CBD was legalized in 2018 under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, or Farm Bill. Product testing and sampling protocols are not uniform across the country, and scientific data supporting the safety and efficacy of these products is under-developed. Department of Agriculture. Is it worth the risk?

State Laws 59

State Laws Law CBD Food 59