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Cannabis Workers, Unemployment Insurance, and the Small Business Administration: What You Need to Know

NORML

There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic is adversely impacting businesses around the world, and smaller businesses especially. In short, federal anti-drug laws continue to define the state-authorized cannabis industry, and those who work in it, as drug felons.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 3/21/20

NORML

Given the current COVID-19 pandemic, the NORML team is working remotely in compliance with CDC guidelines. However, the work of reforming our nation’s failed marijuana laws is not suspended therefore we’re still updating you policy efforts across the country. AK resident? California.

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Article – NORML: Cannabis Workers, Unemployment Insurance, and the Small Business Administration: What You Need to Know

Cannabis Law Report

There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic is adversely impacting businesses around the world, and smaller businesses especially. In short, federal anti-drug laws continue to define the state-authorized cannabis industry, and those who work in it, as drug felons.

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BFD Alert: Coronavirus Cannabis Scams and Pitfalls

Canna Law Blog

The rapid and devastating proliferation of COVID-19 has affected businesses worldwide, and cannabis is no exception. Here in California (and in other states), the state announced that medical cannabis dispensaries are essential and may remain open as part of the state’s Stay-At-Home order.

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Medical Cannabis Getting A Free Pass During Covid

Cannabis Law Report

The Office of Cannabis Management has received assurances this afternoon from Sacramento County that cannabis services are considered medical/health related, and therefore essential services under the March 19, 2020 Public Health Officer’s Order. Retailers are still required to check a customer’s age under state law.

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Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has released a report examining the efficacy of state medical cannabis laws.

Cannabis Law Report

“With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It ASA examines medical cannabis law efficacy. TOP FIVE KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE 2021 STATE OF THE STATES REPORT.

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Deputy Counsel Office of Cannabis Management Albany, NY 12226

Cannabis Law Report

The Deputy Counsel develops and oversees the implementation of policies and procedures for Legal Services which are consistent with: policies of the Executive Director; State policies; Executive Orders; and all related statutory requirements. Represent the Office with respect to legal matters. Additional Comments.