NORML

JULY 23, 2021

Researchers concluded, "We see no evidence that liberalized cannabis policies are directly associated with increased smoking behaviors among young adults.". The post Study: Marijuana Legalization Laws Don’t Undermine Tobacco Smoking Prevention Efforts appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

MARCH 23, 2023

"Members of the DC City government continue to prioritize policies that both advance and protect the freedoms of responsible cannabis consumers. The post District of Columbia: Legislation Expanding Medical Cannabis Access Enacted Into Law appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

DECEMBER 22, 2021

New state and local laws amending marijuana policies will take effect on the first day of the new year. The post Several States to Usher In the New Year with Cannabis Liberalization Laws appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

"Ohioans have seen similar legalization laws adopted in neighboring states and they know that regulating the cannabis market is preferable to the failed policy of prohibition.” The post Ohio: Ballot Initiative Legalizing Marijuana for Adults Favored in Multiple Polls appeared first on NORML.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 15, 2024

Active research was carried out on the effects of these drug policies on society and the results, in these reports, have led the United Nations to consider a favorable revision of drug policies in order to protect human rights. 2023 World UN World Drug Report The 2023 World Drug Report urges the development of effective drug policies.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The landscape of medical marijuana laws in the United States is complex and continually evolving. With federal and state regulations, varying laws by state, and ongoing updates, it’s crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of this ever-changing field. Patients can possess up to one ounce of usable marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 31, 2022

Marijuana policies in the United States have evolved significantly over time, particularly over the past decade with the passage of adult-use marijuana laws in over one-third of US states. Specifically, this report highlights policy trends as they pertain to seven distinct categories.

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Veriheal

JULY 19, 2023

In a landmark decision, the California Senate recently passed a bill prohibiting employers from questioning job applicants about their past marijuana use. This marks a significant milestone in the broader shift towards recognizing cannabis as a legal substance and adjusting employment practices accordingly.

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NORML

AUGUST 19, 2019

The MORE Act, which was introduced to the US Congress last month, would completely decriminalize marijuana at the federal level. How will it work, and what will it do for cannabis consumers, pot convicts, and the burgeoning gray-market industry? The issue isn’t if marijuana will be legalized anymore. On July 23, Rep.

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NORML

OCTOBER 18, 2023

"Ohioans have seen similar legalization laws adopted in neighboring states and they know that regulating the cannabis market is preferable to the failed policy of prohibition.” The post Ohio: Latest Poll Finds Strong Support Among Voters for Marijuana Legalization Ballot Measure appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

AUGUST 13, 2019

When NORML was founded in 1970, roughly 12% of Americans supported legalizing marijuana. Currently sixty-five percent of adults nationwide support ending marijuana prohibition and establishing a regulated market where responsible consumers can legally purchase marijuana. Regardless of the policy you’re advocating for (e.g.,

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 8, 2021

Cannabis Licensing Policy Sequencing Sequence Policy Preparation Legislation Implementation Effective 1 Phase 1 Set location caps Align location lottery with… Read More.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Andrew Turnbull spoke with Corporate Counsel about how in-house counsel are reviewing corporate cannabis policies in light of new state laws allowing for medicinal marijuana use and the introduction of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act. Read the full article (subscription required).

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Veriheal

MAY 29, 2023

Secret Service (USSS) recently loosened its applicant drug use policy to be more accommodating to past cannabis consumers. Candidates of all ages can now apply to join the agency if they have abstained from marijuana for one year before applying. Cannabis is increasingly being legalized in many U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 24, 2021

To prevent violations of the Second and Fifth Amendments, Congress should amend the Gun Control Act of 1968 to permit an exception for legal medical marijuana use. . Despite most states having enacted legal medical marijuana programs, marijuana is still federally illegal and designated as a Schedule I substance with no medical value.

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NORML

MAY 15, 2020

Municipal officials in various cities nationwide are moving away from policies requiring marijuana testing for public employees. In the city of Rochester, council members approved municipal legislation on Tuesday barring pre-employment marijuana testing for non-safety sensitive city employees.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Interesting read… There are new waters to navigate in the state of Connecticut—legalized recreational use of marijuana and the workplace. . They are some of the strictest laws in the country,” CBIA associate counsel John Blair told about two hundred employer representatives during a Sept. 28 webinar. Exempt Employers.

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NORML

JANUARY 15, 2020

Members of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health today held a legislative hearing, “ Cannabis Policies for the New Decade ,” during which they considered multiple legislative bills aimed at amending federal cannabis laws. It’s past time for Congress to catch up with the American people.”

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 18, 2023

California has been a pioneer in forward-thinking marijuana laws for more than two decades. In 1996, they were the first state to legalize medical marijuana, followed by the legalization of recreational cannabis in 2016. Employers are also forbidden from asking about prior cannabis use. When Does It Go Into Effect?

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Ganjapreneur report Rhode Island’s top judicial official has released new guidance on expunging marijuana records under a legalization law that was enacted last year.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 20, 2024

One such paradigm shift is the increasing acceptance and legalization of medical marijuana across various states. Maryland, a trailblazer in progressive healthcare policies, has been part of this trend. Let’s take a closer look at medical marijuana laws in Maryland and how they affect those in need of MMJ treatment!

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

In a decision last week, the Nevada Supreme Court ruled that the state law protecting “lawful activities” or “lawful off-duty conduct” does not apply to non-medical cannabis consumption, according to an Ogletree Deakins report. Court Rules Off-Duty Recreational Cannabis Use Not Protected By Nevada State Law.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 9, 2022

It is illegal to possess, sell, or cultivate cannabis for recreational or medical use in Qatar. Possible penalties for cannabis in Qatar. Qatar has a zero-tolerance policy for drugs, and cannabis is no exception. Medical marijuana in Qatar. No, growing cannabis is illegal in Qatar. CBD regulations.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 11, 2024

West Virginia has emerged as a trailblazer in the realm of medical marijuana, implementing a comprehensive program to provide patients with access to this therapeutic treatment option. This program facilitates access to medical cannabis for individuals suffering from qualifying debilitating conditions.

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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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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 6, 2022

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is pleased to announce the addition of Morgan Fox to its national staff. Prior to coming to NORML, he served the Media Relations Director and chief spokesperson for the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA).

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NORML

MARCH 12, 2020

On March 12th, the House Veterans Affairs Committee (HVAC) passed two separate pieces of legislation pertaining to cannabis policy. doctors to fill out the state-legal medical marijuana recommendations. We must reform our federal cannabis policy.” Presently, V.A.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

OKLAHOMA CITY — Taylor Hartin has left her role as one of Oklahoma’s top marijuana regulators to join VS Strategies, a leading cannabis policy and public affairs firm, as a senior associate. During and after law school, she helped a national law firm build out its cannabis practice and lobbying divisions.

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Veriheal

MARCH 21, 2022

Cannabis companies that hire drivers to work for them—such as delivery services and goods transporters—are being advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish certain policies that can mitigate the risk of impaired driving, all the while ensuring that companies remain in alignment with state legalization laws.

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NORML

APRIL 1, 2020

Today, NORML and it’s national network of advocacy chapters released a memo to state lawmakers, regulators, prosecutors, and other interested parties providing guidance for how they can take emergency actions to better promote the health and welfare of cannabis consumers and the general public during the COVID pandemic.

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NORML

MAY 19, 2020

The enactment of adult-use cannabis legalization laws in Colorado and Washington is associated with increased tourism in both states, according to data published in the Journal of Regional Analysis & Policy. Both states experienced their highest jumps in tourism following the advent of retail cannabis sales.

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NORML

MARCH 26, 2020

Further, a majority of jurisdictions that have regulated either the medical or adult-use sale of marijuana have declared the industry “essential” to the health and well-being of the community. Statements from allies. ” Police Major Neill Franklin (Ret.), ” Police Major Neill Franklin (Ret.),

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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. On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. There are numerous positions and industries exempt from the law.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

While marijuana use remains illegal at the federal level, 27 states and the District of Columbia have made medical use legal. This dataset includes states with comprehensive medical marijuana programs; it does not include state laws allowing the medical use of “low THC” products in certain situations. They write.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

As states across the nation have responded to an increase in public support for legalized marijuana, including its use for medicinal purposes, Idaho remains one of a handful of states that continues to prohibit any use or possession of marijuana. As of May 2021, a majority of states allow for the medical use of marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2023

SHRM write Here’s the intro The ongoing flurry of marijuana legislation, court cases and cannabis-based products makes it difficult for HR professionals to craft policies that meet their company’s drug-testing needs.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 21, 2020

AUGUSTA – Today, the Office of Marijuana Policy, a part of the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, unveiled plans for the issuance of … Read More.

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