Canna Law Blog

MARCH 21, 2025

Thus HB 4121 contained a myriad of regulatory and law enforcement provisions in respect of hemp, including the creation of a registration program for hemp products. One aspect of this program is a hemp vendor license. The reason is that federal law and policy make it so. Been talking about all of this stuff for over a decade.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 10, 2021

In fact, both the new law regulating the adult-use cannabis industry in the Garden State, as well as the prior laws regulating the Medical Marijuana Program, obligate prospective cannabis businesses to prepare and submit an environmental impact plan as part of the competitive licensing process. Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation on Feb.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2019

I raised my eyebrows at the ODA post because in addition to this blog, our firm publishes a sister blog, the China Law Blog , where we write on international business (especially China) and frequently warn our readers to protect their intellectual property all costs, whether you are at home or abroad. R&D occurs, and U.S.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Some states have broadly permissive MMJ laws, while others have more restrictive programs. Alaska: Alaska has a robust MMJ program, allowing for the use of medical marijuana for qualifying conditions. Arizona: Arizona has a well-established MMJ program that covers various qualifying conditions, with strict possession limits.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 8, 2020

PDA has an industrial hemp program that requires participants to submit applications and obtain permits to cultivate hemp in the state. For additional updates on changes to Pennsylvania hemp laws and Hemp CBD laws, please stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog. Today we turn to Pennsylvania.

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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). Authored By: An-Chi Tsou.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 24, 2024

The landscape of healthcare and medicinal practices has undergone a transformative shift with the advent of medical marijuana programs across the United States. Today we’ll take a closer look at the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program, giving Michigan citizens all the info they need about accessing MMJ in the state.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

In a Tuesday blog post , Beth Galetti, Amazon’s senior vice president of human resources, said that the firm has “reinstated the employment eligibility for former employees and applicants who were previously terminated or deferred during random or pre-employment marijuana screenings.”. Here’s the post.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

What rights do Connecticut employers have if they have a drug-free workplace policy? In the case of a job applicant, an employer can rescind an offer or a conditional job offer if an applicant tests positive for recreational marijuana so long as the employer makes the policy available to the applicant at the time of offer.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 16, 2019

We have spilled a lot of ink on this blog related to the 2018 Farm Bill , which legalized hemp at the federal level. This blog post is going to cover financial institutions and hemp at about 10,000 feet. It’s huge news. And there are so many ramifications, from food law to trademarks to the financial services environment.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

The letters were sent to landowners whose properties “appear … to be used for cannabis cultivation or associated activities,” but for which “there is no record of any person associated with [the] property having enrolled in the State Water Board’s Cannabis Cultivation Program.”

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 17, 2019

The USDA provided clarifying instructions in its September 2018 Instruction on Organic Certification of Industrial Hemp Production for the UDSA’s policy regarding the organic certification of industrial hemp production by certifying agents accredited by the USDA National Organic Program (NOP).

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 22, 2022

Back in February, we blogged about the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy (the “Committee”) releasing a cannabis bill (H. UPDATE: Massachusetts Senate Passes Bill Which Will Make Major Changes to Cannabis Policy in the State. Cannabis and the Law. Foley Hoag LLP. Posted on April 22nd, 2022 by Cloe Pippin.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 11, 2020

Iowa votes to reform its medical marijuana program. The organization sent a letter this week to the SBA asking them to reconsider their policy barring companies that have any dealings with cannabis firms from receiving money under the PPP. The Iowa Senate passed a bill making changes to the state’s medical marijuana program.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically. However, in recent years, public attitudes towards marijuana have shifted, leading to changes in legislation and public policy.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 10, 2023

While some states have embraced the therapeutic potential of cannabis and established robust medical marijuana programs, others lag behind, leaving patients without access to a potentially life-changing treatment. Disparities in access are primarily driven by the differing state regulations and policies surrounding medical marijuana.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

AUGUST 6, 2019

The National Football League (NFL) preseason is upon us, and though the players may have changed, the league’s strict cannabis policies have not. According to a report from NBC Sports , “the NFL is prepared to make major concessions regarding the substance-abuse policy, especially as it relates to marijuana.”

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. At that time, many employers will be prohibited from taking certain actions in the absence of clear policies addressing marijuana use or evidence of impairment. Now is no different.

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MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

New Jersey’s medical marijuana program has been a game-changer for many patients, providing legal access to cannabis for those with qualifying conditions. That said, if your marijuana use affects your job performance or violates company policies, you could still face disciplinary action or termination.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Arguably the most memorable aspect of Bloomberg’s mayorship, however, was the expansion of New York City’s “stop-and-frisk” program, which allowed police officers to detain and search members of the public without probable cause. This policing strategy undoubtedly resulted in many arrests and convictions for marijuana possession.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JUNE 27, 2019

The United States Department of Agriculture announced on Monday that it is aiming to release its “Interim Final Rule” for the establishment of a domestic hemp production program in August of 2019. By: Nabil Rodriguez, Esq. Specifically, the timetable states “08/00/19.”.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in West Virginia West Virginia’s medical marijuana program encompasses an extensive list of qualifying conditions, providing access to patients with various chronic or debilitating diseases.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Andrew Cuomo on Monday announced the appointment of a director of cannabis programs. Norman Birenbaum has been appointed Director of Cannabis Programs. The Farmacist Blog isn’t a fan either. The appointment comes as New York lawmakers are once again expected to debate the legalization of retail marijuana.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

A few states, including states that have adopted industrial hemp pilot research programs under the 2014 Farm Bill, now seem to have embraced this FDA position by banning certain CBD-infused products from local stores. Last Friday, several New York restaurants, bakeries, and bars were forced to stop selling CBD-infused foods and drinks.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 1, 2020

However, the Oregon agency ultimately decided to continue operating its hemp program under the 2014 Farm Bill. For more updates on Oregon’s Hemp CBD laws, stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog. Earlier this year, the ODA submitted a plan to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to oversee the production of hemp under the 2018 Farm Bill.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2021

Through advocacy, thought leadership, educational programs, and other resources, it strives to create opportunities for its members and make the practice of law in the cannabis industry more efficient and secure. He was one of six members elected or re-elected to the 13-member board this month, and he will serve a two-year term.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

DECEMBER 18, 2020

It effectively changes marijuana policies in Arizona but will take some time to hash out the details completely and become official law. Another part of Prop 207 creates the Social Equity Ownership Program. These legal limits do not change the amounts of medical marijuana allowed in the MMJ program. Some critics even.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 19, 2019

Creating enforcement provisions, penalties for false statements on applications, and a bar on persons from being a part of the industrial hemp program if they had a conviction relating to controlled substances in the prior 10-year period. Stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog for developments on AB-228 and SB-153.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 16, 2020

It has put state legalization campaigns on hold, delayed sales roll-outs, and the problems in Massachusetts could fill this blog post all by themselves. This week, the state’s Office of Marijuana Policy postponed sales indefinitely due to the pandemic. And there is endless news about the (lack of) relief for marijuana businesses.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 23, 2020

In November 2019, LCB Policy and Rules coordinator Kathy Hoffman issued a paper (link provided by Cannabis Observer) on enforcement of marijuana regulations. Hoffman’s paper outlined the directives of SB 5138: Specified when the Board may issue a notice of correction under a technical assistance program.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Indeed, in its latest FAQ’s (which pre-dates the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill), the TTB declared it understood the 2014 Farm Bill to only authorize the use of hemp in the production of alcoholic beverage products for sale within limited state-sanctioned pilot programs. Drinks Infused with CBD Oil or Extracts.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 8, 2019

For a discussion of the FDA’s policy memos which claim that Hemp CBD is illegal, see here and here ). In a sense, the CA Sherman Law is a lot like the federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act that the FDA gets its authority from (hence all of the citations to FDA policy). The FDA’s policy memos are not affected by California law.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 6, 2019

Readers of this blog may also recall that Senator Wyden similarly penned a hemp-related letter to the Food and Drug Administration, asking that agency to clarify its stance on hemp-derived CBD in consumable products.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 25, 2019

Somewhat confusingly, the UN Chief Executives Board (CEB), which represents 31 UN agencies including the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), adopted a position stating that member states should pursue science-based, health-oriented drug policies, which many have read as a clear pointer towards decriminalisation.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 29, 2019

Alternatively, is the agency authorizing passengers to carry products processed under a 2014 state pilot program? TSA is now one of several federal agencies to have revisited its policies regarding the legality of hemp-derived CBD products, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Alcohol and Tobacco and Trade Bureau , the U.S.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2019

A few months ago it floated the idea of starting an amnesty program for certain TPI/Financier violations. The LCB also adopted an interim policy that lets TPI’s infuse their businesses with cash upon submitting an application to add funds. That policy is a step in the right direction, but does not go nearly far enough.

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 30, 2020

With the MLB easing its policy on marijuana use, players in the NFL are hoping that, and asking for their league to do the same. Now, former football players told Reuters a similar policy would be a positive step for management of chronic pain in the NFL. The bottom line is just to give players choices,” said Davis. “To

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