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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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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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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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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Cannabis Chronicles

JUNE 2, 2019

Marijuana Moment, a marijuana policy blog, first reported the update. Even though the FDA has approved certain hemp and CBD products, the sale of those products was not legal in Florida until the state passed a bill to authorize a state hemp program this spring. The governor has not yet signed the bill into law.

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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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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2022

The policy is part of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act’s (MRTA) social and economic equity plan, which Simon Malinowski wrote about in this blog post last April. Numerous states that have legalized marijuana have adopted some form of social equity programs. These programs are not without critics ).

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Employers have the right to enforce drug-free workplace policies and may choose to terminate or discipline employees who test positive for marijuana, even if it’s for medical purposes. Employers have the responsibility to maintain a safe work environment and enforce drug-free workplace policies.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

The need for social equity in cannabis programs As adult-use cannabis legalization sweeps across the country and America confronts the toll of previous, draconian cannabis policies, one of the best attempts to right abject wrongs is social equity programs within state cannabis industries. billion in the first year.

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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. Measures like social equity programs aim to support marginalized communities, offering resources for equitable participation.

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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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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 1, 2020

Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) submitted a CBD enforcement policy to the White House. In my last post, I summarized the FDA’s current enforcement policy and briefly discussed the FDA’s recently released guidance for drug manufacturers interested in cannabinoid research. appeared first on Harris Bricken.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 9, 2023

The CAURD program specifically excluded disabled vets from the award of CAURD licenses. Rather, it is a version of social equity that has been conjured up by non-elected officials who are, as administrators, not authorized to make such social and economic policy decisions. Stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog for updates.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 29, 2022

A7928 would establish a psychedelic research institute and a therapeutic research program. Also check out the psychedelic law blog ! A6065 would decriminalize psilocybin. Rowan University’s Rohrer College of Business now offers an MBA with a concentration in Cannabis Commercialization.

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The Joint Blog

MAY 3, 2020

One such program is Vanderbilt Law School’s Course on Marijuana Law and Policy Review. This well-respected school offers a course that will provide critical education regarding the ever-changing ins and outs of marijuana law and policy. “It is also one of the most highly regulated.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 22, 2023

We have been working with the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission incessantly since 2015, when rulemaking commenced for the adult use program. We’ve been saying this on the blog for a while now (see here and here for example). We’ve also seen OLCC bend and break its own purported “policies” around infractions and settlement.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 2, 2022

It’s a policy idea, or directive. I’ll be interested to see how industry feels about this policy change. Licensees only recently enjoyed enforcement reform gains at the legislative level , as well as administrative programs like “ fix it or ticket ” and Verification of Compliance (VOC). continue unabated.

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United Patients Group

JUNE 26, 2023

This blog explores the ways nurses can further enhance the health sector, emphasizing the importance of higher education in nursing. They often possess a more profound understanding of healthcare policies, advanced practice procedures, and innovative research methodologies.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 20, 2024

Many dispensaries also offer additional services such as educational resources, patient consultations, and ongoing support programs to address patient concerns and enhance their overall treatment experience. Stay informed about these updates to maximize the benefits of Maryland’s medical cannabis program.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Medical Use and Eligibility Texas does have a limited medical marijuana program. Get Your Medical Marijuana Recommendation In Texas To acquire a medical marijuana recommendation in Texas , you must follow these steps: Schedule an appointment with a licensed doctor who is registered with the Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP).

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Since 2010, we have helped cannabis businesses navigate rapidly evolving cannabis regulation and policy, and our cannabis insurance coverage attorneys advise clients on what coverage, if any, may be available for a particular loss. Insurance policies are often drafted with myriad conditions that govern (and provide exclusions to) coverage.

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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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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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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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United Patients Group

APRIL 11, 2023

In this blog, we will explore the top 8 health degrees that will be in demand in 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of each degree’s requirements and potential career paths. MD programs typically last for four years and consist of coursework and clinical rotations in various medical specialties.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 27, 2022

If passed the bill will establish the “Task Force on Psilocybin Equity” that will research problems relating to access and equity in Oregon’s emerging psilocybin program. The task force will complete a study and provide policy recommendations that will serve as a basis for substantive policy reforms during the 2023 legislative session.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 26, 2020

NYDAM makes clear, however, that persons outside the research program are not currently able to process hemp into many kinds of Hemp-CBD products. In July 2019, NYDAM posted a revised policy that prohibits the sale of Hemp CBD food and beverages in New York. NYDAM’s policy document linked above does not clearly mention vapes.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Regulatory Framework and Policy Implications The regulatory framework governing the medical marijuana industry has profound implications for businesses, consumers, and society as a whole. Policy decisions related to taxation, zoning, and advertising also impact the industry’s operations and growth trajectory.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2020

For NORML’s 50th anniversary, every Friday we will be posting a blog from NORML’s Founder Keith Stroup as he reflects back on a lifetime as America’s foremost marijuana smoker and legalization advocate. This is the sixth in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 1, 2022

Unfazed by the federal leadership vacuum on cannabis, states continue to roll out cannabis proposals and programs. We could go deep on any of these topics—and we have with many of them here on the blog—but this post gives a 100,000 foot overview. 1. A total of 34 states considered cannabis reform proposals in 2021.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 31, 2023

During a meeting with the Cannabis Association of New York , OCM Director of Policy John Kagia told attendees the agency will allow conditional cannabis growers and Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensaries (CAURDs) to team up and sell products at a location other than the retailer’s shop.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2019

from implementing their adult-use and medical marijuana programs. A similar amendment that protects tribal cannabis programs also passed. The inclusion of adult-use programs is a significant expansion of the existing policy, which has protected state-legal medical cannabis programs from federal intervention since 2014.

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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

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

We’ll also explore patient rights and responsibilities within Missouri’s MMJ program and the availability of legal assistance for MMJ patients. Missouri MMJ Patient Rights Missouri’s MMJ program grants certain rights to registered patients.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 16, 2022

Processors are required to participate in a mentorship program for social equity applicants and an environmental sustainability program. The Board also voted to hire John Kagia, the now former Chief Knowledge Officer of New Frontier Data, as the director of public policy for the OCM. Blog: Cannabis & the Law.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 27, 2022

This blog post summarizes the legislation in both states and explains the differences and similarities in adult use versus medicinal models of psilocybin legalization. New York’s legislation includes a psilocybin services grant program that provides financial assistance to veterans and first responders who want to access psilocybin services.

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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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