Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2022

As our firm’s prior information memos on cannabis have shown 1 , the legalization of marijuana for recreational or medical use in states still poses legal issues in higher education due to marijuana’s illegality under federal law. This memo highlights those issues for higher education lawyers who advise medical facilities.

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Research and Development Policy Patients Compliance 98

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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Law Marijuana Conditions Patients 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

The Minnesota court’s decision was the most recent in a series of state court opinions finding that federal criminal law preempts state laws decriminalizing the possession and use of medical cannabis in the context of workers’ compensation. In Bourgoin v. Twin Rivers Paper Co., 5] Similarly, in Hager v.

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Patients State Laws Law Treatment 52

NORML

JUNE 27, 2019

Today, Senator Ron Wyden and Congressman Earl Blumenauer introduced legislation to allow for interstate commerce when it comes to state-legal cannabis programs. “Just as Americans around the country enjoy Kentucky bourbon, so should they be allowed to enjoy Oregon cannabis.” and tribal communities. .

Legislation 276

Legislation Programs Marijuana Compliance 276

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. This position will serve as a lead regulatory compliance manager for applications, complaints, and enforcement for all Commission matters. Advise appropriate leadership of problems and/or trends within the cannabis industry in Georgia.

Compliance 105

Compliance Compliance Seed-To-Sale Data 105

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.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Programs Legalization Marijuana 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Overview of Texas Medical Marijuana Laws Texas medical marijuana laws govern the possession, use, and distribution of medical cannabis within the state. The Compassionate Use Act (CUA) permits the use of low-THC cannabis oil for patients with certain qualifying conditions, such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.

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Law Compliance Compliance Policy 52

Veriheal

MAY 12, 2023

Federal agencies are easing cannabis rules, Kloris’ CBD serum received rave reviews, and Oregon approved a license for its first-ever psilocybin facility. Going forward, the USSS will allow those who previously used cannabis to apply for a job at the agency. Previously , the USSS took an age-based approach to its cannabis policy.

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Policy Microdosing Oil CBD 98

MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

This article delves into the current status of medical marijuana in Texas, exploring the laws, regulations, qualifying conditions, and the overall framework that shapes the use of cannabis for medicinal purposes in the Lone Star State.

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Legalization Marijuana Dispensary Conditions 52

NORML

MARCH 21, 2020

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. CA resident? MD resident? Mississippi.

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Legislation Access Patients Cultivation 269

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Delaware prosecutors will no longer be encouraged to pursue criminal charges against those who possess marijuana for personal use, according to guidelines issued by the state’s new Attorney General. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation. AZ resident? CA resident? Connecticut.

Legislation 179

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 179

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2021

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. This position will serve as a lead regulatory compliance manager for applications, complaints, and enforcement for all Commission matters. Advise appropriate leadership of problems and/or trends within the cannabis industry in Georgia.

Compliance 105

Compliance Compliance Seed-To-Sale Data 105

MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) represents the Lone Star State’s cautious foray into the realm of medical marijuana. Enacted in 2015, the program was designed to provide a narrow avenue for patients suffering from qualifying conditions to access low-THC cannabis under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals.

Law 52

Law Dispensary Clinical Trials Programs 52

NORML

JANUARY 18, 2019

Representative Lou Correa (D-CA) this week introduced HR 493: The Sensible Enforcement Of Cannabis Act, which would codify the protections that were outlined in the now-rescinded Cole Memo. House lawmakers introduced The Medical Cannabis Research Act of 2019 (HR 601), to facilitate federally-approved clinical trials involving cannabis.

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Therapy 164

NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

HR 420 (yes, you read that right): The Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act would deschedule cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act, thus permitting state governments to regulate these activities as they see fit. Also, the rollout of the new leadership team of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus was announced. Priority Alerts.

Legislation 195

Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 195

SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The Compassionate Access to Medical Cannabis Act or Ryan’s Law would allow patients in California with serious conditions to use non-smokable medical cannabis inside of hospitals. The proposal prohibits patients, however, from inhaling or vaping herbal cannabis products.

Patients 61

Patients Hemp Extraction Legislation 61

NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Members of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission have decided to advance plans to regulate social marijuana use facilities. Governor Jared Polis (D) of Colorado signed legislation into law that allows physicians to recommend medical cannabis for any condition for which an opiate would otherwise be prescribed. California.

Legislation 169

Legislation Hemp Access Patients 169

PrestoDoctor

JANUARY 15, 2024

In recent years, the acceptance and legalization of medical marijuana have been on the rise across the United States. West Virginia is no exception, as the state has also taken steps to provide patients with access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions.

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Marijuana Conditions Access Patients 52

NORML

AUGUST 26, 2019

The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has once again pledged to take action to better facilitate clinical cannabis research. In 2016, the DEA similarly announced the adoption of new rules to expand to supply of research-grade cannabis, but failed to take any further action.

DEA 166

DEA Cultivation Compliance Compliance 166

MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

This article explores the profound impact of MMJ on Maryland communities, shedding light on the medical marijuana benefits experienced by patients and the positive effects it has had on the state’s communities. It has the potential to reduce opioid dependence and addiction, leading to safer and healthier communities.

Chronic Pain 98

Chronic Pain Therapy Research and Development Treatment 98

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 11, 2021

In turn, here are the top 6 questions we’ve been getting lately around ketamine clinics: Isn’t the regulation of ketamine clinics just like adult-use/medicinal cannabis businesses? In fact, the two are treated wildly differently by federal and state governments. This answer depends on state law. No, it’s not.

Law 104

Law Compliance Compliance DEA 104

NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

1647, the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans. At the state level, activists in Idaho have begun efforts to qualify a medical cannabis and hemp ballot initiative for the 2020 ballot. Alaska became the first state to permit on-site adult use cannabis consumption, as Lt.

Legislation 145

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 145

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. This position will serve as a lead regulatory compliance manager for applications, complaints, and enforcement for all Commission matters. Advise appropriate leadership of problems and/or trends within the cannabis industry in Georgia.

Compliance 52

Compliance Compliance Seed-To-Sale Data 52

PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Cannabis use is restricted in most first responder occupations due to the rigorous drug testing protocols and the nature of the job. This poses a hindrance for individuals aspiring to work as police officers, firefighters, or emergency medical technicians (EMTs) who also wish to use cannabis.

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Safety Policy Law State Laws 52

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 24, 2022

This appropriations rider has played an important role in curtailing federal enforcement of marijuana laws against individuals or entities in compliance with state-legal medical marijuana programs. As such, the court noted the real question to be asked is what degree of compliance is necessary to stave off federal prosecution.

Compliance 52

Compliance Compliance Law Patients 52

NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Therefore, federal employees can be denied employment or terminated due to testing positive for marijuana metabolites, even if their use is in compliance with state law. “For our veterans’, cannabis has been shown to address chronic pain and PTSD, often replacing addictive and harmful opioids.

Chronic Pain 174

Chronic Pain Legislation Treatment State Laws 174

NORML

MAY 3, 2019

Governor Jay Inslee (D) of Washington signed legislation into law allowing medical cannabis to be accessed by patients on school grounds, and separate legislation allowing the production of industrial hemp in accordance with new federal hemp regulations. Click here to email your governor in support of cannabis delivery services.

Legislation 165

Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 165

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Activists in Oregon have filed a 2020 ballot initiative with the Secretary of State that, if approved, would allow social cannabis consumption sites and protect consumers from employment discrimination. Governor Ron DeSantis (R) of Florida signed legislation into law to restore patients’ right to smoke medical cannabis.

Legislation 136

Legislation Hemp Patients Compliance 136

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 24, 2023

This week, DCEO announced sample guidelines for the use of the Cannabis Loan Funds. The guidance states, “Cannabis Loan Funds shall be used for ordinary and necessary expenses to start and operate a cannabis business.” If cannabis loan funds are used to fund a public works project, then the Prevailing Wage Act applies.

Programs 88

Programs Collective Cannabis Business 88

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 30, 2019

Senator Ron Wyden and Congressman Earl Blumenauer have introduced legislation to allow for interstate commerce when it comes to state-legal cannabis programs. Just as Americans around the country enjoy Kentucky bourbon, so should they be allowed to enjoy Oregon cannabis.”. and tribal communities. Source: NORML. June 27, 2019.

Programs 63

Programs Legislation Compliance Compliance 63

TheAnswerPage

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Are there any state laws that allow patients to use medical cannabis-based products in hospitals and certain healthcare facilities? It does NOT apply to patients receiving emergency care, and smoking and vaping cannabis is expressly PROHIBITED. In September 2021, California Governor G. See the Answer.

Treatment 52

Treatment Patients Compliance Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The changes in the cannabis industry in Southeastern United States represent some of the most surprising and remarkable changes in the history of the industry. The South is well positioned to be a leader in the cannabis industry, and in some ways, it should be expected. Existing Cannabis Regimes. Hunter Robinson.

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Law Programs Cultivation Dispensary 52

NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Medical cannabis sales kicked off in Arkansas last Friday as the first dispensary opened its doors. Governor Jay Inslee (D) of Washington signed legislation into law to allow individuals with prior low-level cannabis convictions to apply to the sentencing court to have their record vacated. CA resident? CA resident?

Legislation 137

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 137

MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 5, 2023

With a growing number of MMJ dispensaries, a comprehensive set of laws, and a streamlined process for obtaining a medical marijuana card, the state has become a hub for patients seeking alternative treatments. These laws are designed to protect patients, provide access to treatment, and prevent abuse.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Patients Treatment Conditions 52

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. California Medical Marijuana Laws Understanding California’s medical marijuana laws is essential for every prospective MMJ patient.

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Access Chronic Pain Conditions Patients 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. This position will serve as a lead regulatory compliance manager for applications, complaints, and enforcement for all Commission matters. Advise appropriate leadership of problems and/or trends within the cannabis industry in Georgia.

Compliance 66

Compliance Compliance Seed-To-Sale Data 66

NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

House of Representatives has for the first time included limited protections for cannabis businesses engaged in the legal marketplaces in 33 states. Governor John Bel Edwards (D) of Louisiana signed legislation into law to allow the production of industrial hemp and hemp-derived CBD products. California. CA resident?

Legislation 119

Legislation Hemp Agriculture Compliance 119