Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2022

Raich , the Supreme Court sustained an application of the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”), banning all private use of marijuana, as applied to two women who had cultivated or otherwise acquired marijuana for the treatment of severe pain pursuant to the California Compassionate Use Act.

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NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The bill would prohibit employers terminating an employee for the employee’s lawful off-duty activities that are lawful under state law even if those activities are not lawful under federal law, such as consuming cannabis. CO resident? NH resident? New Jersey. NJ resident? New Mexico.

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CannaMD

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

What law legalized medical marijuana in Florida? SHORT ANSWER: In November 2016, the Florida Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative (known as Amendment 2 ) legalized medical marijuana treatment in Florida. To fully understand this definition, you also need to know two other legal definitions: Medical marijuana treatment center.

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Law Marijuana Patients Treatment 126

Veriheal

MARCH 31, 2022

Under New Jersey’s adult-use cannabis law, medical cannabis dispensaries that are currently operating across the state—where hundreds of thousands of people have enrolled to receive cannabis-based treatments—are readily licensed to carry out adult-use commerce.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Due to the federal illegality of cannabis, cannabis businesses don’t receive normal treatment from the federal government (with maybe one or two exceptions, like the NLRB and the 2014 FinCEN guidance for access to financial institutions). Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) protocols and regulations.

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Programs Agriculture Food Cultivation 60

Canna Law Blog

JULY 5, 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. States Differ on Processing/Handling Rules. The FDA regulates consumer products.

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Hemp CBD Seed-To-Sale Agriculture 66

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. This measure prohibits employers from arbitrarily discriminating against prospective employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law. NV resident?

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 177

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

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.

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Dispensary Patients Agriculture Conditions 76

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

As we previously explained , alcoholic beverages are regulated by federal and state laws. Cannabis is heavily regulated at the state level but unlike alcohol, it is—for the most part—strictly prohibited under federal law.

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CBD Seed-To-Sale Legalization Hemp 86

The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 19, 2023

With this advantageous change in the law, the hemp industry has thrived. Department of Agriculture. Different Treatments of Delta-8 Texas is one of several states that does not allow for the medical or recreational use of marijuana. But Texas, among other states, has seen a blooming delta-8 THC market.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 13, 2019

Other CBD products, however, are still subject to various state law regulations as well as the U.S. In each instance, the companies were selling products with flagrant disease-related claims that the FDA had not approved for the treatment or prevention of any ailments.

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CBD Food Seed-To-Sale Wellness and Beauty 80

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

There are remaining concerns as to the state health department’s treatment policy towards these products as well. Ohio, Texas and Maine have also experienced adverse enforcement activities, and other states such as North Carolina are threatening the same.

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CBD Food Compliance Compliance 71

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

The language that appeared on the ballot stated: “Exempts patients and defined caregivers who possess or cultivate cannabis for medical treatment recommended by a physician from criminal laws which otherwise prohibit possession or cultivation of cannabis. of Food and Agriculture [“CDFA”]. [5] of Public Health [“CDPH”].

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Cultivation Environment Cannabis Agriculture 64

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

But that is not the end of the story, as the FDA continues to regulate CBD products through enforcement of the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act, and state governments also have restrictions. That is not the end of the story, however, as state laws may create additional restrictions. Registration is not yet available.

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Hemp CBD Legalization Food 40

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Specifically, the FDA approved the drug Epidiolex in June 2018 for the treatment of pediatric seizures; this drug uses a highly concentrated form of CBD as an active ingredient. AB45 imposes rigorous testing requirements, consistent with the current requirements for testing for cannabis under state law. Testing and Labeling.

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Food Cannabinoids Hemp Legalization 52

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 13, 2020

Here, we provide an overview of patent trends in the cannabis industry and how cannabusinesses can use patents to protect their technological, agricultural, genetic, or other innovations. Unlike trade secrets, patents undergo a formal examination process at the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) released its interim hemp rules. As such, the regulatory definition of “acceptable hemp THC level” describes how State, Tribal, and USDA plans must account for uncertainty in test results in their treatment of cannabis. Today, the U.S. Bottom line.

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Hemp THC Compliance Compliance 67

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 26, 2022

In December, 2018, the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, also known as the “Farm Bill,” was passed by Congress. Colleges offering these programs would also be required to comply with any state laws regulating the use of hemp. 14 The Farm Bill removed low-THC hemp, which contains 0.3%

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JULY 18, 2019

In New Jersey, there are nearly 50,000 registered medical marijuana patients and only six Alternative Treatment Centers (ATCs) currently operating. By: Kristin Jordan , Senior Counsel. Patient education and counseling methods. Employee education procedures for patient-facing staff members.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2019

In New Jersey, there are nearly 50,000 registered medical marijuana patients and only six Alternative Treatment Centers (ATCs) currently operating. By: Kristin Jordan , Senior Counsel. Kristin Jordan. Patient education and counseling methods. Employee education procedures for patient-facing staff members.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Following the enactment of the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”), there has been a huge interest in the use of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”) for our furry friends. STATE LAWS. Yet, public demand for Hemp-CBD pet products may be pushing the market ahead regardless of legal requirements.

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Pets Food Hemp CBD 15

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 6, 2019

” CannaMD , outlining marijuana laws from state to state , explains that “This question comes down to federal versus state law.” has a medical marijuana use program of some kind operating in their home state. . . Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. MMTC Staff.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2020

FDA’s announcement comes on the heels of an active 2019, during which both FDA and the FTC issued warning letters to marketers of CBD products 1 and the plaintiffs’ bar began to actively file class-action lawsuits against marketers of CBD products under state law. Nonetheless, these products are widely available.

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CBD Research and Development Seed-To-Sale Data 45

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2019

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released new data indicating a substantial increase in the growth of US hemp production. The guidance will be updated once the US Department of Agriculture finalizes its hemp regulations and guidelines. percent on a dry weight basis.

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Banking Research and Development Legislation Programs 45

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

HB 4016 authorizes the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) and Oregon State Department of Agriculture (ODA) to unilaterally issue moratoriums on the issuance of new marijuana and hemp producer licenses. House Bill 4016 – Mortarium on Cannabis & Hemp Producer Licenses. Senate Bill 1587 – Separate Hemp Lien Bill.

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Banking Legislation Hemp Programs 52

Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”), on the other hand, will have a major role in providing the federal regulatory framework for cannabis farmers (and for “raw cannabis” as opposed to final commercial cannabis products). International law and treaties. Age limits (21).

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2019

“ The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is not currently taking applications for this permit. Instead, medical marijuana physicians will provide patients with a medical marijuana recommendation or “ order ,” in strict compliance with Florida state law. . then an out of state I.D.,

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Marijuana Patients Edibles Programs 40

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Laws protecting patients and their providers vary from state to state and, in some cases, may vary from county to county. Many individuals choose to break outdated state laws that do not account for medical use or their access. tend to focus on industries such as technology and health care. ’ .

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Cannabis Access Patients Legalization 45

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

A federal grand jury convened by the US Attorney, District of Massachusetts , is investigating agreements and payments between the state’s municipalities and the cannabis businesses located in those areas. These agreements have been criticized because local officials often demand more money than allowed under state law.

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Vaping Research and Development Seed-To-Sale Hemp 45

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Many experts believe it can lead to beneficial treatments, reiterated in a report released by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in January 2017. States may have made it legal or decriminalized it, but federal law trumps state law, and for both medical and recreational use cannabis remains illegal.”.

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Law Seed-To-Sale Hemp Recreational 40

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 15, 2022

Provide for reforms to the treatment of marijuana-related activities or convictions in federal immigration policy. Mastering 50 state law alternatives to a debtor’s bankruptcy might therefore weigh against a lender’s decision to enter into a national market.

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Marijuana Banking Research and Development Legislation 52

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

If the ruling stands, it could force the appropriate state officials to lift existing caps on how many medical marijuana treatment centers can operate in Florida. ” Florigrown CEO Adam Elend called the ruling a game-changer: “It drops a bomb on the current licensing scheme.

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Policy Legislation Research and Development Business 63

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 21, 2019

The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service Administrator Bruce Summers said last week that the agency will aim to complete the hemp production regulations by fall 2019, in time for states to submit plans for the 2020 spring hemp planting season. Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue issues warning for hemp farmers.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 17, 2021

Congress must also ensure this cannabis legislation respects current state laws while also preventing the industry from moving high-wage union jobs from one state to low-wage agricultural jobs in another state. It’s not just an idea whose time has come; it’s long overdue.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 17, 2021

Congress must also ensure this cannabis legislation respects current state laws while also preventing the industry from moving high-wage union jobs from one state to low-wage agricultural jobs in another state. It’s not just an idea whose time has come; it’s long overdue.

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Banking Legislation Cannabis Policy 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 16, 2021

Congress must also ensure this cannabis legislation respects current state laws while also preventing the industry from moving high-wage union jobs from one state to low-wage agricultural jobs in another state. It’s not just an idea whose time has come; it’s long overdue.

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Dispensary Banking Legislation Cannabis 52

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Monday’s announcement follows months of Leahy calling for bipartisan, bicameral negotiations with the White House on topline spending and the successful, bipartisan passage of the Energy & Water, Military Construction and Veteran’s Affairs, and Agriculture and Rural Development appropriations bills out of the Committee back in August.

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