Canna Law Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

Hemp CBD topicals represent a significant percentage of the booming CBD market. Add to that the issue of adulteration and the sad reality that many CBD topicals–and CBD products, generally –contain dangerous substances. We’ll continue to update you on any other regulatory development via this blog.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 22, 2019

As we’ve discussed on the blog previously , the legislation would allow financial institutions to serve state-legal marijuana businesses without fear of federal repercussions. The July 23, 2019 hearing will include Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and the legislation’s chief GOP cosponsor, Cory Gardner (R-CO).

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 2, 2019

It appears (at least for now) that the FDA is poised to send warning letters to companies selling Hemp CBD topicals IF those topicals are marketed in a way that makes them “drugs” Stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog for more on the FDA’s position on Hemp CBD.

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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 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 Blunt Truth

JANUARY 20, 2023

Speaking of CBD, Google makes changes to its advertising policies. CBD ADVERTISING If you’ve wondered why you’ve never seen CBD advertising when you’re searching Google (even if you blog about cannabis news every week…), the answer is that the products are currently on Google’s Unapproved Pharmaceuticals and Supplements list.

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The Blunt Truth

OCTOBER 15, 2019

We had previously blogged on The Stoned Age: What the CBD Craze Means for Employers and Their Substance Abuse Policies , CBD is Everywhere – But Where Does the FDA Stand? , As noted in our previous blogs, CBD is a recent and largely unregulated industry. Educating employees about CBD and zero tolerance policies.

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Sensi Seeds

JANUARY 18, 2019

The topic of cannabis is currently highly politicised. The post Cannabis Reclassification Delayed appeared first on Sensi Seeds Blog. As the WHO has had nearly three years in which to complete the cannabis review process, this decision is difficult to understand. The WHO’s actions are feeding speculation about political motives.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

It would be against public policy to limit the ability of other businesses and individuals to describe the goods they are selling (note that I’m setting aside the legality issues that come into play here, which are nearly identical to those faced by cannabis businesses attempting to procure federal trademark protection).

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Blog Post is Co-Authored by Jerry Hincka from EHS Support As readers of this blog well know, the cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing and most regulated industries in the United States.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 1, 2020

Consumption” means “to ingest, inhale, topically apply to the skin or hair.” For more updates on Oregon’s Hemp CBD laws, stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog. This means that Oregon permits the sale and marketing of Hemp CBD foods, non-alcoholic beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics and smokables so long as they contain no more than 0.3%

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 8, 2025

If the cannabis industry wants to truly normalize cannabis use in American culture, it’s time to start shaping public perception through entertainment, not just policy. For decades, alcohol and tobacco didn’t just grow their markets through lobbying; they embedded their products into the cultural fabric through Hollywood.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

As we previously blogged, the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act will legalize recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020. Further, the Act noted that employers have the right to discipline or terminate an employee who violates the employer’s workplace drug policy.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2019

In the midst of this uncertainty, we have been stressing to our clients the importance of insurance coverage for your business (see Anatomy of a Cannabis Insurance Policy Part 1: The Basics )– especially insurance that covers your liability for your marijuana- and hemp-derived products. Strict liability.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2019

This blog posts briefly addresses the risks and feasibility of engaging in this business at the moment. Until this process is complete, we are left with little guidance on the production of hemp, including its transportation — note that the USDA rules were released today and will be addressed in another blog post. IMPORTING HEMP.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 20, 2021

Keep reading for a dozen great blogs, podcasts, newsletters, and daily alerts that can help you stay up-to-date in this continually evolving industry. Read the Right Blogs and Websites. Written by professional journalists, this blog is a must for anyone who wants to follow what’s happening in the cannabis industry. Ganjapreneur.

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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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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2019

The DPHHS policy is also a bit vague when it comes to manufacturing hemp products in Montana, referring companies to the FDA. This does not offer much guidance for Montana Hemp CBD companies who wish to make non-ingestible products, such as Hemp CBD topicals.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

While the likelihood of passage is slim in the short-term, this is an important mile-marker and thoughtful comments will be critical as the industry takes steps to influence public policy. MORE Act: The Senators’ proposal addresses themes of social equity, criminal justice, and taxation reforms related to cannabis, among other topics.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

The topic of cannabis was first addressed publicly by Bloomberg in 2001, when he was asked in an interview if he had smoked marijuana. Conclusion: We award Bloomberg a “D-” grade because he does not support the legalization of marijuana and because of his history of anti-marijuana rhetoric and policies. And I enjoyed it.”.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Before I get started, I want to provide a disclaimer for the non-lawyer readers of the blog. If Washington law conflicts with federal or tribal law, the lawyer shall also advise the client regarding the related federal or tribal law and policy. Need an example? However, do not think that one disclaimer is enough.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Blog Post is Co-Authored by Jerry Hincka from EHS Support. As readers of this blog well know, the cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing and most regulated industries in the United States.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 2, 2019

For those who enjoy a bit of historical grounding , the first business insurance policies in the U.S. In reality those insurance policies are full of holes (insurance riders) where the insurance company can and will deny coverage to the company. Do not take what is on the front page of the policy at face value.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

While we’re on the topic of dramatic legal changes, it’s probably a good idea to talk about a California privacy law that’s about to take effect and require many cannabis and hemp companies across the nation to dramatically change their business practices—the California Consumer Privacy Act (or “CCPA”).

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

The use of medical marijuana in Iowa has been a topic of significant debate and change in recent years. In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 7, 2019

This blog has already looked at the situation in Germany, Malta, Italy , the UK and Ireland amongst other areas taking steps towards cultivating their own cannabis industries, with Portugal and the Scandinavian territories also moving to a more progressive stance. The EU has 28 member states, each with their own set of cannabis laws.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

CBD Topicals are Not Immune from FDA Scrutiny, as Recent Warning Letters Show. According to the complaint, Green Roads sells a number of CBD products including oil, gummies, capsules, topicals, syrups, tea and coffee. The FDA Issues Hemp-CBD Warning Letters and a Consumer Update. Natural Products, the FDA and Cannabis Regulation.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

The plan would need to cover licensing, THC testing, enforcement, and a host of other topics required under federal law. For example, a Hemp-CBD topical cream would still have to be “tested and treated” as food. This could lead to confusion. That is inconsistent with FDA regulation which treats food and cosmetics differently.

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The Joint Blog

MAY 3, 2020

Although it may come as a surprise to many in the mainstream and those who don’t pay attention to marijuana-related topics, many public and private universities offer both courses, certificates and degrees related to marijuana and its many compounds including CBD. “It is also one of the most highly regulated. .”

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 13, 2019

For a complete list of questions and topics identified by the FDA, see here. The public hearing will provide stakeholders an opportunity to share their thoughts on potential pathways by which CBD products may be legally sold and marketed. What specific risks should consumers be informed about?

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Birenbaum is a leading coordinator of the Regulators Roundtable – a biannual convening of state, provincial and territorial cannabis regulators from the United States and Canada that allows cannabis regulators to share emerging trends in cannabis legalization and develop best practices in cannabis policy and regulation.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2019

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. Irina has advised clients on topics ranging from obtaining state-level licenses in multiple jurisdictions to appropriate internal policies and procedures.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 9, 2019

And all court cases on the topic (with the exception of C.H.A.M.P.) As a consequence, cannabis businesses are required to determine what expenses are included in COGS and, therefore, what expenses are deductible. To date, very little guidance has been made available from the IRS to help taxpayers make this determination.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

From their blog… Q&A with Mason Marks on New Psychedelics Law and Regulation Initiative. The Project on Psychedelics Law and Regulation at the Petrie-Flom Center for Health Law Policy, Biotechnology, and Bioethics at Harvard Law School will advance evidence-based psychedelics law and policy. By Chloe Reichel.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Recent trends indicate a growing interest in alternative forms of consumption, such as edibles, topicals, and concentrates, in addition to traditional flower products. Policy decisions related to taxation, zoning, and advertising also impact the industry’s operations and growth trajectory.

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Sensi Seeds

JANUARY 9, 2019

Cannabis does not appear in the coalition agreement, which governs the guidelines set by government policy in the coming years in detail. In Germany , it is a political tradition not to jeopardise this agreement by bringing up controversial topics during the term of office. appeared first on Sensi Seeds Blog.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 3, 2019

To date we have seen medical cannabis import/export in categories including whole flower, oil, topicals and capsules. Finally, a thicket of political and policy considerations must be navigated, extending to social responsibility and end-user frameworks. Think about that… for a “medicine”!)

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