Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

Jennifer Mora is the assistant editor for The Blunt Truth, as well as a Labor & Employment senior counsel in the Los Angeles office and key member of Seyfarth’s Workplace Compliance Solutions group. Article: View Original Source . Read more about Jennifer L. Mora Email Jennifer’s Linkedin Profile. Blog: The Blunt Truth.

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Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

In this article, we will explore the importance of security for cannabis dispensaries and the measures that can be taken to ensure the safety of both customers and employees. In addition to these risks, there is also the threat of regulatory compliance violations.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 2, 2022

The public body responsible for food safety, Food Standards Scotland, said that no cannabidiol (CBD) products had been authorised for legal sale, even though they are available online and in shops. While reputable manufacturers and stores only want to sell… Full article at (Paywall).

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

This milestone speaks to the success of licensees that have interacted with the Commission from the application stage, maintained compliance with our strict regulations, and contribute every day to communities across the Commonwealth. Public Health, Safety, and Other Administrative Updates. million for the full calendar year of 2019.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 8, 2021

Without compliance boxes checked, the operation will not be able to launch. Nearly every single state requires license holders to document compliance using seed-to-sale tracking software. Compliance. View original article. Data & Software.

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United Patients Group

JULY 7, 2023

In this article, we will explore five of the biggest benefits of medical cannabis for your health. It is important to note that medical cannabis should only be used under the supervision of a healthcare provider and in compliance with state and federal laws.

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WeedAdvisor

JULY 8, 2019

CannTrust recently received a compliance report from Health Canada notifying the Company that its greenhouse facility in Pelham, Ontario is not compliant with certain regulations. Eventually, CannTrust pledged to work with Health Canada in ensuring future compliance. Ensuring product safety and availability is our priority.”.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 21, 2025

In this article, well dive into what this measure will mean for workers, why unions are pushing for change, and how cannabis labor unions are transforming the workforce across the U.S. Over the years, unions have used this power to secure various benefits like health insurance, pensions, and safety standards across industries.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2019

Several shops in Spain were raided, and CBD oil-based products were confiscated as AECOSAN, Spain’s food and safety authority, had updated its legislation that prohibited the sale and distribution of products containing CBD sold as food supplements.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2019

Ability to meet the overall health needs of qualified patients and safety of the public. Measure 1, Security plan: The applicant shall provide an acceptable safety and security plan, including staffing and site plan, and a detailed description of proposed security and safety measures, which demonstrates compliance with the rules at N.J.A.C.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act (“FDCA”) and FDA regulations generally prohibit an article that is approved or investigated as a drug from being an ingredient in food or dietary supplements, unless that article was marketed as a food or dietary supplement prior to being investigated as a drug. Epidiolex contains CBD.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 26, 2019

The LA Times published an article on December 24 th that begins, “Two years after California began licensing pot shops, the industry remains so outmatched by the black market that a state panel recently joined some legalization supporters in calling for significant changes — perhaps turning again to voters to address the problems. .

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Medicinal Genomics

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

This change shouldn’t affect most hemp farmers who have no interest in cultivating psychoactive plants; however, it does remove a safety net. Another potential headache for farmers is that analytical laboratories must be registered with the DEA in order to perform compliance testing. What does this mean for hemp farmers? THC threshold.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 15, 2022

This European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) recommendation has led to numerous cross-border cargoes being seized and destroyed by customs officers across the EU – suppressing the appetite of the larger food companies. Read full article.

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WeedAdvisor

JULY 13, 2019

The scandal surrounding CannTrust’s non-compliance due to five unlicensed grow rooms has been a topic of interest for the past few days. Naturally, this is disappointing and distressing to the over 70,000 medical clients CannTrust serves – the author of this article being one of them. WeedAdvisor’s Commitment to Quality and Safety. .

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Ultimately, while the 2018 Farm Bill clarified that hemp is not a controlled substance – and the Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”) has no authority over it – the legislation did not resolve lingering questions related to federal food and drug regulations which protect consumer safety, as overseen by the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”).

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 13, 2021

An Office of Cannabis Regulation would license applicants and ensure compliance with packaging, labeling, security and safety requirements. View original article. McKee’s proposal includes these elements: Of the 25 annual retail licenses, five would be set aside for minority business enterprises. Jeff Smith.

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WeedAdvisor

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As we covered in our article from early 2019 , Bonify’s most egregious offence was when it sourced and sold illegal cannabis into the open market. But Bonify proved that, while Health Canada does not hold back when it comes to non-compliance, it is possible to bounce back. WeedAdvisor’s Compliance Solutions. .

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 30, 2021

The Michigan Cannabis Manufacturers Association, the trade group leading the crackdown efforts, formed in 2019 to “operate exclusively for the promotion of the cannabis manufacturers by promoting the common business interests and general welfare of the industry,” according to articles of incorporation filed with state records.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2019

Under EU law, in the interests of safeguarding public health, novel foods must undergo a safety assessment before they can be authorised for placing on the market. The European Food Standards Agency, which is responsible for food safety in the European Union, is currently considering the first novel food application for CBD.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 31, 2019

Both voiced support for the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act of 2019, which would give legitimate businesses acting in compliance with state cannabis laws access to the banking system, including protection against prosecution or asset forfeiture solely for providing services to a state-sanctioned cannabis-related business.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 26, 2021

Columbia Care, Charlotte’s Web and 10 other US companies provided around $1m for a trial which started last summer – and now appears to have answered the CBD safety question. Charlotte’s Web is committed to safety studies to support regulators and confident consumer access to hemp-derived dietary supplements.”. View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2019

Merkley expressed concern about money laundering, tax fraud, and most importantly, community safety. He seemed particularly concerned with large amounts of cash being used and transported (often in briefcases) with no ability to trace where the dollars go.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

In this article, we lay out the CAOA’s key provisions governing hemp, related cannabis product regulation, and areas where legislators specifically seek industry feedback to inform the best policy approach. Regulatory Oversight of Hemp and Cannabis. The FDA already has primary regulatory authority over all hemp and hemp derivatives.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 7, 2019

Gottlieb added in his testimony, “… for CBD to be legally marketed as an ingredient in a food or dietary supplement, the law requires that the FDA first would need to issue a regulation to permit such marketing… We’re planning to seek broad public input on this pathway, including information on the science and safety behind CBD.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This article breaks down how cannabis is regulated in Australia, including federal laws, state law variations, key regulatory bodies, and Australia’s cannabis importation rules. The Australian Border Force enforces border restrictions on illicit cannabis imports and ensures compliance with legal import permits.

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WeedAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

But the final straw came when, according to a September 6 th article in BNN Bloomberg , senior staff brought in black market cannabis seeds. It would also need to improve key personnel’s knowledge of and compliance with regulations; and to improve record keeping and inventory tracking.”. Suspended Indefinitely. .

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WeedAdvisor

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As we covered in our article from early 2019 , Bonify’s most egregious offense was when it sourced and sold illegal cannabis into the open market. But Bonify proved that, while Health Canada does not hold back when it comes to non-compliance, it is possible to bounce back. WeedAdvisor’s Compliance Solutions. .

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 31, 2019

1] As of the date of this article, thirty-three states and Washington D.C. In every state, employers remain free to create and enforce drug-free workplace policies, including potential discipline or termination when a legal or illegal drug impairs an employee’s job performance or creates a safety hazard. 801, et seq. [4]

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 29, 2019

Here’s their article in full published via JD Supra. The article is authored by. New York City employers who conduct pre-employment drug tests should review their practices to ensure compliance with this new ordinance. Source: [link]. Aaron Colby. Michael Goettig.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2019

Symptoms attributed to the effects of cannabis that are listed in the Act are inhibited speech, physical dexterity, changes in agility and coordination, general demeanor, irrational or unusual behavior, negligence, disregard for safety, and damage done to property or another employee. NOTE: Daniel McMahon, Jr. Source: [link].

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 17, 2019

In light of these protections, Illinois employers should take affirmative steps to ensure compliance and to avoid missteps. This new law makes it legal to purchase and consume cannabis in the state of Illinois and includes protections for employees who choose to use cannabis while away from the job. WHAT IS CHANGING?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2019

AAFCO reiterated its position on the use of hemp and CBD in animal and pet food in testimony presented to FDA at a public meeting on the science and safety of cannabis and cannabis derived ingredients on May 31, 2019. as a drug) because there is no nutritional basis for these compounds to be included in animal feed or pet food.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 5, 2019

This has had a significant impact on marijuana businesses operating in compliance with Maine law across the state. . In her labor and employment practice, Hannah counsels employers on achieving and maintaining compliance with federal and state employment laws, the development of personnel policies, and employment contracts.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 7, 2021

The Importance of Food Safety in the Cannabis Industry. Reducing Labor Cost and Product Waste Utilizing RFID-based Compliance Solutions. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from cannabis professionals from companies like Prospiant, Agrify, Perry Johnson Registrars Food Safety, Inc., View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

In this post, we unpack the regulatory compliances a medicinal hemp product has to go through. And the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for food related use cases. The table summarizes the compliance and requirements a business must comply with, to kick their medicinal hemp business off the ground.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Following our previous article on this topic and the recently heightened profile of cannabis food products in the UK, we take a look at the current and expected future regulation of such products, including recent regulatory developments. Food products derived from the hemp plant ( Cannabis sativa L. ) 1] [link]. [2]

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