NORML

JULY 2, 2019

Phil Murphy signed legislation into law today significantly amending and expanding the state’s medical cannabis access program. The new law takes immediate effect. Specifically, it expands the pool of patients eligible for cannabis therapy to include those with chronic pain, menstrual cramps, and epilepsy.

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NORML

JUNE 10, 2019

For the first time, the House Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government Appropriations has included language seeking to protect the employment of federal employees who consume cannabis in legal jurisdictions. Crist stated: “Voters across the country are saying yes to legalization. In a release , Rep.

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MassRoots

MARCH 7, 2019

Legislation to legalize medical cannabis cleared the Kentucky House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. House Bill 136 was overwhelmingly approved in a vote of 16 to one after committee members heard from constituents who suffer from health problems such as epilepsy and chronic pain. Patient Testimony.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 20, 2023

The state of Texas has a long history of regulating cannabis use. Since 1915, when the first city ordinance was passed banning cannabis in El Paso, [i] the legal landscape in Texas and the rest of the country continues to evolve at different rates. Specifically, H.B.

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Otherside Farms

DECEMBER 4, 2020

The laws about cannabis use in the U.S. Now you need to track the federal cannabis laws on top of your state’s regulations. People new to the cannabis world can get in legal trouble mixing up hemp vs cannabis. This guide explains the difference between cannabis and hemp. THC content.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 11, 2024

As cannabis continues to evolve, understanding the intricacies of West Virginia’s MMJ laws and regulations is essential for patients, caregivers, and industry stakeholders alike. This program facilitates access to medical cannabis for individuals suffering from qualifying debilitating conditions.

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Otherside Farms

JANUARY 3, 2023

Medical marijuana is a general term for cannabis derivatives prescribed to help ease the symptoms of specific ailments. Although the Cannabis Sativa plant is popular as a recreational drug, it is increasingly being used for its therapeutic effects. Hempland has a detailed breakdown of the states with medical marijuana programs.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 3, 2020

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Now, he is the Vice-Chair of Indiana NORML — an organization who is currently focused on changing cannabis laws for the access to Medical Cannabis as therapeutic treatment in Indiana. ISNA 2020 POLICY CONFERENCE AGENDA, Jason Straw- Cannabis Policy. AUTHOR: Heather Allman.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Medical cannabis is legal in 37 states, including our nation’s capital, Washington, DC. Nineteen states have legalized recreational or adult-use cannabis. Just because medical cannabis and recreational cannabis are legal in so many places doesn’t mean that the programs are uniform across the country.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 22, 2024

In recent years, the landscape of medicinal cannabis has undergone a significant transformation, with an increasing focus on alternative consumption methods. As a non-psychoactive compound derived from the cannabis plant, CBD interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system to promote balance and alleviate various health concerns.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 3, 2024

Ohio has seen significant developments in its medical marijuana laws, reflecting changing attitudes towards cannabis as a therapeutic option. Understanding these regulations is crucial for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers navigating the state’s medical marijuana program.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 24, 2019

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. The State of Illinois would fare much better as it begins by “ramping up” the medical cannabis program it has horribly neglected for the past several years…how about for a start. Reconstitute the Cannabis Advisory Board that disappeared in plain sight. AUTHOR: Jordan Zoot.

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Veriheal

JUNE 23, 2022

The legalization of cannabis is opening many doors in states that are embracing it. The lack of effective tools to measure cannabis impairment accurately, in practice, encourages the criminalization of legal cannabis in states where a legal grey area exists. Current Testing for Cannabis Impairment Is Not Precise.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 17, 2021

Martin’s cannabis use is completely legal under state law, though – he is a state-certified medical marijuana patient who has been using cannabis to treat chronic back pain and PTSD. The firefighter initially tested positive for cannabis metabolites during a random drug test last December.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2022

In recent years, medical cannabis has become increasingly common to treat a myriad of ailments—as of February 2022, 37 states, the District of Columbia, and three territories now allow the use of medical cannabis. States such as New Jersey have gone the other way, requiring employers to reimburse employee’s medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Colleges in the United States are becoming a battleground in the conflict between federal and state cannabis laws as students who use medical cannabis challenge decades-old campus drug policies. In states where medical cannabis is legal, students disciplined for using it are taking their schools to court.

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MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

With a progressive stance towards cannabis use, the Golden State has established a comprehensive framework for those seeking access to medical marijuana. The Compassionate Use Act of 1996, also known as Proposition 215, was the first step towards legalizing medical marijuana in the state. Finding the right doctor is crucial.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 4, 2021

Marijuana is also classified as a Schedule I drug but it has been given the approval for medical and recreational at some state levels. Those state laws allow medical marijuana to be used to treat ailments like Alzheimer’s, cancer, epilepsy, Crohn’s disease, seizures, hepatitis C and a host of others. Cancer pain.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 27, 2020

However, in a first of its kind lawsuit filed against the city of New York, a former NYPD officer says he was harassed and discriminated against by the NYPD over his use of medically recommended cannabis made by an NYPD medical division doctor by the name of Dr. Joseph Hederman. He received a random drug test on September 5th of 2019.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 3, 2024

From chronic pain to PTSD, patients with qualifying medical conditions have found solace in medical marijuana where traditional treatments may have fallen short. Legal Protection In addition to medical benefits, renewing medical marijuana cards provides patients with legal protection under Arkansas state law.

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MassRoots

MARCH 14, 2019

The first medical cannabis product manufacturing license was just awarded in Ohio, giving patients in the program a reason to celebrate. In the same facility, a 25,000 square foot space is dedicated to cultivating cannabis plants. They expect to introduce cannabis oil capsules and topical creams to the market by May of this year.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 28, 2020

3 election, polling indicates that medical cannabis measures in both South Dakota and Mississippi have strong support and are likely to pass. Recent polling data in both states indicate warm support, sometimes across party lines. This initiative would legalize cannabis for therapeutic use. Just days before the Nov.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

MARCH 9, 2022

Cannabis effects on brain structure, function, and cognition: considerations for medical uses of cannabis and its derivatives. As marijuana is legalized in more states with each election, it is becoming an increasingly common substance to use – both recreationally and medically. Cannabis Paraphernalia Legalities.

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Canna Care Docs

JUNE 22, 2023

Interested in using cannabis for a medical condition? If you live in Nevada, you might be eligible for a medical cannabis certification. As one of the many states ( 22, in fact ) that have legalized both medical and adult-use cannabis, Nevada offers the best of both worlds. Who qualifies for medical cannabis in Nevada?

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

What to Expect at Ohio Medical Cannabis Dispensaries In Ohio medical cannabis dispensaries, patients can anticipate a welcoming and professional environment focused on holistic wellness. While browsing, you’ll encounter a diverse range of cannabis products, including flower, edibles, tinctures, and more.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 4, 2020

With respect to ketamine infusion therapy (which is the prime time attraction of ketamine clinics), the medical research based promise is for treatment of chronic neuropathic pain, chronic pain (instead of opioids), and various medication-resistant mental health disorders, including depression, bi-polar disorder, and PTSD (among others).

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PrestoDoctor

MAY 30, 2023

The DOT explicitly states that their drug and alcohol testing regulation does not allow the use of medical marijuana. Even if you are a medical marijuana patient, you cannot have any cannabis in your system during a test. While individual state laws may vary, all commercial drivers must abide by federal regulations.

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PrestoDoctor

MAY 30, 2023

The DOT explicitly states that their drug and alcohol testing regulation does not allow the use of medical marijuana. Even if you are a medical marijuana patient, you cannot have any cannabis in your system during a test. While individual state laws may vary, all commercial drivers must abide by federal regulations.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast or new to the industry, you likely have some questions about the plant and the process. Since February was Marijuana Awareness Month and April is Cannabis Awareness Month, in honor of both, Kind Meds is answering some of the most common cannabis-related questions. Is Cannabis Illegal?

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Veriheal

MAY 17, 2021

There are 36 states in the United States that have chosen the legalization of medical cannabis for residents of their states. Many of them even offer the ability for visiting medical cannabis patients from other states to participate in their programs. District Attorneys Believe Medical Cannabis is a Lie.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2020

Legislation is pending, HCR 2045, that seeks to arbitrarily cap the potency of cannabis flowers at two percent THC. Legislation is pending, House Bill 2049, that would expand the pool of individuals eligible for medical cannabis. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 2787, to regulate medical cannabis delivery services.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Senator Ron Wyden introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. House Financial Services Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on cannabis business banking issues next week.

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Nature's Way Medicine

MARCH 5, 2021

Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Kathleen McGettigan, sent a statement to heads of federal departments and agencies about federal employees using cannabis and their suitability for employment. The letter definitely shows a softening of the federal government’s stance on employees using cannabis.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 1, 2020

Both MMJ and CBD have become treatments du jour for a wide range of ailments from glaucoma to insomnia, to chronic pain and even depression. Marijuana comes from the cannabis plant. The cannabis plant originated in Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. It is a cannabinoid that is found in the cannabis plant.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 22, 2019

On Thursday, the United States House of Representatives voted 267-165 to prohibit the United States Department of Justice from using appropriated funds to interfere with state-legal cannabis programs. It is widely known now that there are, in fact, medicinal purposes to be obtained from using cannabis. Bottom Line.

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Veriheal

APRIL 19, 2021

When a state legalizes medical cannabis , it’s normal for there to be a period of growing pains such as shortages of products and dispensaries. After all, any place that has newly legalized medical cannabis is now faced with the challenge of building a new industry and an entirely new market from the ground up.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Due mainly to legal reforms at the state level, 2019 legal cannabis sales are expected to generate over $10 billion in revenue. Products ranging from buds, oils, and tinctures are increasingly being used medicinally to treat chronic pain, cancer, terminal illness, and some stress-related mental disorders. 845 (10th Cir.

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