Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The 2021-2022 State Budget Bill consolidated the three cannabis agencies – the Bureau of Cannabis Control, CalCannabis, and Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch – into the DCC to try and streamline application processes. Cannabis banking was originally included in the federal defense spending bill but stripped from it at the last moment.

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Law Supply Chain Banking Cultivation 98

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

AUGUST 26, 2019

The guidance offers reassurance to credit unions following the 2018 Farm Bill, which federally legalized hemp, but failed to address banking in the hemp industry, leaving the banking industry uncertain as to their capacity to legally serve the industry. I’ve seen dispensary employees have their bank accounts shut down.

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Banking Hemp Marijuana Events 40

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 25, 2022

Certification Supports Law Enforcement in how to Identify Legal Operators from Illicit. ” The Public Health & Safety Cannabis Financial Service Certification helps law enforcement and state regulators distinguish legal cannabis operators from illicit. It also determines both outstanding U.S.

Hemp 52

Hemp Banking Safety Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 26, 2019

The public safety concerns resulting from the dearth of cannabis banking has led dozens of state Attorneys General, the American Banking Association, and numerous other voices to urge the passage of legislation like the SAFE Banking Act so that the U.S. History of Marijuana Regulation and Banking Implications.

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Banking Safety Business History 45

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2019

The Washington Times reports………Nevada officials are launching the nation’s first banking system for the booming cannabis industry, whose dispensaries increasingly are targeted for burglaries and robberies for the hundreds of thousands of dollars of cash they keep on hand to pay employees, taxes and rent. Full Article at.

Banking 40

Banking Marijuana Safety Dispensary 40

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

At the state level, a new decriminalization law took effect this week in Hawaii involving the possession of up to three grams of marijuana, as well as a procedure for expungement of past convictions for the same amount. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of banking access. CO resident? FL resident? IN resident? NH resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 245

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2019

LegitScript, the global leader in merchant and product certification and monitoring in the e-commerce and payment sectors, has launched a new certification program for legally compliant CBD products and websites. LegitScript’s CEO, John Horton, said the program will bring transparency and structure to the CBD industry.

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Compliance Compliance Programs CBD 40

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Vice-President Michele Nakata, Supervisor of the Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licensing Program at the Hawaii Department of Health. Immediate Past President Norman Birenbaum, Director of Cannabis Programs at the New York State Executive Chamber. Lab Testing and Product Safety. Banking, Finance, and Taxation.

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Compliance Compliance Topical Programs 98

The Blunt Truth

APRIL 23, 2020

The ACLU released a report on Monday that highlights the racial disparities in enforcement of cannabis laws, both in states were marijuana is legal and in states where it is not. For more on social equity issues, see our post from February that examines programs around the country. marijuana banking. ACLU REPORT. breaking news.

Banking 101

Banking Packaging Programs Legislation 101

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

It has been two years since California began licensing yet operators still struggle with compliance and are all still de facto, breaking one law or another. Here’s a look back at 2019 and a projection of what’s to come in 2020 Cannabis Law. . 2019 Defining Moments in California Cannabis Law . January 2019.

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Law Banking Hemp Retail 59

SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Attorney General Jeff Sessions, the Cole Memo provided protections from federal enforcement for state-legal cannabis programs or providing those protections through other means. Facilitating access to banking and other traditional financial services. Coordinating product-safety standards across state jurisdictions.

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Research and Development Marijuana Banking Policy 52

The Herb Collective

APRIL 29, 2019

So, what should you know about California’s marijuana laws, and how do they impact on you? The laws have said that it’s here in the long-term. While this does add more costs, it also ensures safety for users, which has to be a good thing. Here, we take a look at the important facts.

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Law Marijuana Banking Packaging 45

SpeedWeed

MARCH 6, 2021

Public safety at issue. Proponents of these THC caps—who are often the same politicians who stood against legalization and lost—contend that limiting THC levels will increase public safety. Many will be priced out of what patients already complain is a too expensive medical marijuana program, instead seeking out the black market.”.

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THC Patients Law Chronic Pain 52

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2019

Prior to opening her own firm, she was appointed as Senior Policy Advisor at the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation, where she developed regulations and negotiated with stakeholders regarding the implementation of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA).

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Law Policy Programs Topical 45

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 24, 2019

When asked about the reasons for the launching the new program, which comes after years of refusing to work with CBD companies, the spokesperson said that the company closely watches evolving public policies and strives to create new opportunities for clients. Forbes Reports. ” More at.

CBD 60

CBD Banking Legislation Safety 60

NORML

AUGUST 19, 2019

With marijuana off federal scheduling, individual states can decide for themselves how they’ll reform their weed laws, if they reform them at all. What will happen at the local levels if it does become law? Jarrod Nadler, a judiciary chairman who’s been supportive of marijuana law reform since the 1970s.

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Policy Marijuana Legislation Programs 276

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Remote testing can be used to bookend periods during which a person is supposed to remain alcohol free (such as the beginning and end of a custodial parenting period), and the results of testing, or a skipped test, can be transmitted electronically and immediately to lawyers, judges, and law enforcement.

Business 52

Business Legalization Law Supply Chain 52

Veriheal

AUGUST 3, 2021

Tom Wolf (D) was quoted as saying in an official press release: “It’s been five years since Pennsylvania legalized medical [cannabis], and in that time the Department of Health has examined the program’s successes and challenges and made important recommendations on improving the law.

Legislation 98

Legislation Patients Supply Chain Dispensary 98

MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Regulations vary significantly by jurisdiction but typically encompass licensing requirements, product safety standards, and distribution protocols. Moreover, ensuring product quality and safety throughout the supply chain is paramount to maintain patient trust and regulatory compliance.

Supply Chain 105

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

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

This week, a bipartisan coalition of more than 100 co-sponsors has reintroduced legislation in Congress, The Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act (SAFE Banking Act), HR 1595, to allow state-licensed marijuana-related businesses to engage freely in relationships with banks and other financial institutions. FL resident?

Legislation 170

Legislation Patients Access Seed-To-Sale 170

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

According to a recent report released by the Psychedelic Science Funders Collaborative, “Oregon’s psilocybin therapy program provides a high-quality model for psychedelic healing in a non-prescription context that could be replicated in other states.”

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Research and Development Therapy Safety Clinical Trials 52

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

House Financial Services Committee has scheduled to convene a markup on The Safe Banking Act, HR 1595 on Tuesday, March 26th. Governor Ron DeSantis (R) of Florida signed legislation into law to restore patients’ right to smoke medical cannabis. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of compassionate care programs.

Legislation 136

Legislation Hemp Patients Compliance 136

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. AZ resident? Connecticut.

Legislation 179

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 179

SpeedWeed

JULY 7, 2021

Integrated Pest Management Programs: Tips that Will Save You’re A$$. The Importance of Food Safety in the Cannabis Industry. Business / Legal / Finance Seminars: Cannabis Business and Banking Solutions. The Pot Brothers at Law. Elevating the Science of Soil Crafting: Using Biochar to Increase Your Soil Microbe Population.

Media 52

Media Packaging Food Safety 52

SpeedWeed

APRIL 29, 2021

First organized by meat cutters and butchers in 1937, the Local 328 now represents workers in myriad industries, including retail food, institutional food, health care, banking, transportation, manufacturing, barbers, cosmetologists and now cannabis. UFCW’s Push to Unionize Cannabis Workers. Chamber of Commerce. View original article.

Programs 52

Programs Seed-To-Sale Dispensary Cultivation 52

The Blunt Truth

OCTOBER 29, 2019

While the law set the record straight between hemp and marijuana, it also tasked the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) with promulgating regulations and guidelines to establish and administer a program for the production of hemp in the US. This provision of the bill varies from the Personal Care Products Safety Act ( S.

Hemp 45

Hemp Legislation CBD Research and Development 45

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Cannabis and the Law. Others – banking on lack of enforcement – may simply be selling cannabis at retail even though no licenses are yet available. Concerns for public health and safety has been the primary reason cited by the OCM for this prohibition on unlicensed sales. Foley Hoag LLP.

Retail 52

Retail Cannabis Environment Banking 52

MMJ Recs

JANUARY 27, 2020

These numbers also reflect that Oklahoma has the biggest MMJ program throughout the whole U.S. Are there new laws around Oklahoma medical cannabis in 2020? There will likely be new regulations and adjustments made to the MMJ laws in the state over the course of 2020.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Seed-To-Sale Banking Dispensary 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

“Investor demand for this financing was very strong and we are thankful for the outstanding work of our banking syndicate partners and advisors and we welcome all new Cybin investors that share our vision. state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S.

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Clinical Trials Events Treatment Banking 105

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

APRIL 20, 2019

In the meantime, we can at least get closer to the end goal by passing the SAFE Banking Act (H.R. 1595) which would expand financial bank services to legitimate cannabis businesses. This bill would provide cannabis businesses a much needed safety net by allowing them options other than operating as mainly cash-businesses.

Hemp 40

Hemp Banking Education Legalization 40

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The CDC promoted a policy that prohibits employees from using marijuana while on the job but recognized that a zero-tolerance policy for marijuana use may not be possible, depending on the relevant state law. While federal law limits the delta-9 THC content of hemp to not more than 0.3 New California Law Standardizes Weed Testing.

Cannabinoids 52

Cannabinoids Retail Policy Cultivation 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

The House Financial Services subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions held a hearing Wednesday to address the lack of access to basic banking services by state-legal marijuana businesses. Under existing law, only a handful of licensed dispensaries are permitted in the state. MO resident? New Hampshire. New Mexico.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 162

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 28, 2021

Aside from taxes, Thomas also noted that marijuana businesses could run afoul of criminal laws that penalize the use of firearms while trafficking in controlled substances just by hiring armed security. He also pointed out inconsistencies in banking practices due to federal prohibition.

Cultivation 59

Cultivation Legalization Marijuana Law 59

The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

New emerging brands with pipe dreams of being “the Starbucks of weed” will compete to accelerate growth, and there’s no faster way to grow your own (brand) than a nationwide business format franchising program. Perhaps the biggest challenge to any cannabis business is the reluctance of most banks to serve the cannabis industry.

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Banking Strains Business Pets 49

Canna Law Blog

JULY 30, 2019

Interestingly enough, it’s safe to say that the chaos that commenced with initial licensing under the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”) has never really abated. No real banking options. We have written a lot about California M&A on the blog. Crappy legal advice.

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Collective Banking Cannabis Compliance 57

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

APRIL 15, 2019

Supreme Court had affirmed challenges to the federal law in part because deemed marijuana dangerous Schedule I drug. Attorney General said he’d favor a new bill protecting cannabis businesses and users from federal prosecution as long as they were in compliance with federal law. Recently, the U.S. Call us at 714-937-2050.

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Policy Programs Banking History 45

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

Previously, Mr. Coniglio was a Managing Director at JPMorgan, leading three separate investment banking businesses to #1 positions over his 14 year career at the firm. Dedicated to building the industry through successful and inclusive state programs, pairing grassroots advocacy with a global vision.

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Research and Development Education Advocacy Policy 52