The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

DECEMBER 17, 2021

A New Mexico state judge ruled on Thursday that medical cannabis patients cannot purchase the same amount as non-patients when recreational-use sales begin. Prior to the Cannabis Regulation Act, the only way to legally possess cannabis in New Mexico was to be a medical cannabis patient.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

NYSBA members can join the Cannabis Law Section for only $35 and law student members can join for free. Join The Cannabis Law Section. We would like to formally congratulate what was previously our Committee on Cannabis Law on their transition to becoming an official NYSBA Section!

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FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Consumer products law blog. Class actions against CBD companies proliferate under federal and state law. These jurisdictions are among the few that have legalized Marijuana -sourced CBD for both medical and recreational uses, with the exception that Marijuana-sourced CBD remains illegal in Florida for recreational uses.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 13, 2021

On March 31, 2021, New York legalized the recreational use of cannabis, enacting “ The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act.”. This new law legalizes personal possession of cannabis, home cultivation of cannabis, and allows for the expungement of certain marijuana convictions.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2021

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost approved revised language for a law proposed by a group called the Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol. The law, called “An Act to Control and Regulate Adult Use Cannabis,” would allow adults age 21 and older to buy, possess, grow and use marijuana.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 28, 2020

recreational or medical cannabis). One stated purpose for the bill is to address the Colorado Supreme Court’s 2015 decision concluding that because medical cannabis use is unlawful under federal law, it does not fall within the lawful activities statute’s protection for “lawful” activities.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 20, 2021

Following closely on the heels of both New York and New Jersey enacting recreational cannabis laws, New Mexico and Virginia have enacted their own laws allowing adults to use cannabis for recreational purposes. Virginia’s Cannabis Oil Law.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not eliminate employer liabilities. As we previously blogged, the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act will legalize recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Earlier this month, Governor Pritzker signed into law SB 1557 , revising the Recreational Cannabis Law to expand permissible marijuana testing and related adverse action. The Original Legalization Bill As Enacted.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 23, 2022

The Cambridge City Council unanimously passed a policy order repealing a three percent “Community Impact Fee” tax on recreational marijuana in a meeting Monday evening. The city’s first recreational dispensary, Yamba Market, will open to the public next week. percent state sales tax. percent excise tax and a 6.25

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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

AUGUST 25, 2021

Seyfarth Synopsis: In the first six months of 2021, several states legalized marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes, including New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and New Mexico. States show no signs of slowing down. Does the law exempt any industries or positions?

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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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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

With recreational cannabis now in New Mexico, cities across the state are adjusting their local laws, including in Albuquerque. The city is working on amending or repealing current ordinances that criminalize marijuana now that recreational cannabis is legal. It’s not necessary for us to do that.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 27, 2023

In the past few weeks, I’ve published a few posts ( here and here ) about recent federal cannabis gun rights cases. In those cases, the courts disagreed on whether the federal government can prohibit cannabis users from owning guns. These gun control laws are what have been at stake in the federal cases I described above.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Recreational marijuana use is legal under Nevada state law. But could recreational marijuana use jeopardize an employee’s employment? Nevada voters voted to legalize recreational marijuana use effective January 1, 2017. The law decriminalized recreational marijuana when used in compliance with Nevada law.

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Inmates in prison are not allowed to possess recreational marijuana while incarcerated, according to a new ruling by the California Supreme Court. Raybon , involves five inmates in a California state prison who were convicted on felony charges after being found with marijuana in their cells. The case, California v.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2022

A Nebraska attorney can invest in a medical marijuana business in South Dakota because the investment wouldn’t violate state law or ethical rules, a Nebraska ethics committee said in a recent advisory opinion. Marijuana is legal for recreational purposes in 18 states.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Connecticut has become the 19 th state to legalize recreational marijuana use by adults. Governor Ned Lamont signed the Act Concerning Responsible and Equitable Regulation of Adult-use Cannabis on June 22, 2021. Connecticut will permit individuals 21 years of age and older to possess and use recreational cannabis.

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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

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Following the legalization of recreational cannabis in New York by the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) earlier this year, which we previously reported on, the New York State Department of Labor has issued guidance in the form of FAQs for employers regarding adults’ use of recreational cannabis as it relates to the workplace.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

POSTED IN EMPLOYMENT LAW. The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not completely eliminate employer liabilities. Both Houses have passed SB 1557 , a bill which amends and clarifies many portions of the cannabis-related laws.

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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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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 4, 2022

A 2016 state law prohibits marijuana edibles from being shaped like humans, animals, fruit or other objects that could attract children, and according to the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division , Holyfield’s chomped ear is just too damn attractive. But in Colorado, they’ll need to do some shape-shifting.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 15, 2022

The state has introduced a new program to compensate Maine cities and towns for costs they incur when opting to permit recreational, adult-use cannabis businesses. A state law passed earlier this year grants reimbursement for many municipal expenses associated with the opt-in process.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

JANUARY 3, 2020

Illinois started off the decade by opening its doors to the world of adult-use recreational marijuana. On January 1, 2020, the state of Illinois had its first day of legal marijuana sales. ” As always, we’ll keep an eye on Illinois and other emerging cannabis markets on the blog this year. By: Nabil Rodriguez.

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Cannabis Chronicles

JUNE 27, 2019

Sticky’s Pot Shop, which unsuccessfully defied the county’s ban on recreational cannabis, will reopen in its Hazel Dell location should the Clark County Council vote to reverse the prohibition. In April, the council held a work session examining the public safety and health aspects of legal cannabis.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Most New Yorkers can now safely indulge in cannabis without fear of being fired, Bank of America is under fire for closing the account of an authorized cannabis research institute, and proposed legislation could help Washington, D.C. finally see recreational cannabis sales. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 15, 2022

Until recently, cannabis, including its primary intoxicating ingredient, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), was illegal under state and federal law. 3d 849 (CO, 2015), concluded that, because marijuana is illegal under federal law, it remains beyond the protection of the ADA or lifestyle discrimination laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 19, 2021

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Labor has released new guidance regarding legalized recreational marijuana use and the workplace. ny-labor-law-201d--cannabis-and-the-workplace. Reports ( WROC ). Here’s what they say. THE GUIDANCE IN FULL.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

“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 Pennsylvania State Rep. ASA examines medical cannabis law efficacy. POSTED BY ANDREW COON ON FEBRUARY 22, 2022.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2019

Pritzker is expected to sign a comprehensive recreational cannabis bill. Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational cannabis. Wider cannabis use will require employers to take action to ensure safe work environments for their employees, especially in safety sensitive settings.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

Seyfarth Synopsis : 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. Now is no different. Jennifer Mora. Connecticut.

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NORML

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Licensed cannabis retailers in Colorado and Washington are highly compliant with state laws refusing the sale of products to minors, according to data published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs. states,” is online here. .” states,” is online here.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

In the continuing trend of normalizing the cannabis industry for practical reasons, the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA) Committee on Professional Ethics issued Opinion 1225 (the Opinion). In short, the NYSBA now expressly permits lawyers to represent clients in New York’s recreational cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 24, 2022

Forest Service (USFS) human resources division posted a notice on Monday that says while cannabis is legal in some form in a majority of states, federal workers “must remain drug-free and refrain from illegal drug use whether on or off duty regardless of state laws.”. HRM: Federal law prohibits marijuana use.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2021

At a special meeting, just days before the state deadline, the Secaucus Town Council voted to adopt an ordinance prohibiting recreational cannabis establishments. 21 to make a decision on whether or not to prohibit recreational cannabis establishments. The only exception would be medical cannabis establishments.

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