Canna Law Blog

MARCH 25, 2025

Comply with relevant workplace health and safety legislation. Yesespecially in safety-sensitive industries (mining, transport, healthcare). Employers must balance workplace safety with disability discrimination laws. How should businesses handle cannabis-related workplace safety concerns? Competition Law 30.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

Among the many changes that this new legislation brought were amendments to and expansion of New York’s lawful off-duty conduct law to protect cannabis use by employees when they are not on the job. Connecticut. Remedies for prevailing plaintiffs include reinstatement, back wages, attorneys’ fees and costs. Philadelphia, PA.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Currently: Eligible for signature collection. Many of the purposes cited in the proposed legislative language mirror the concerns of former U.S. But the drafters have contemplated some other purposes to this legislation, including, perhaps most importantly, supporting the therapeutic and medical research of Psilocybin.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 19, 2019

But a newly collected body of evidence-based research suggests that the fears and prohibitions are unsupported by the facts.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2020

Although much of his criticism centers around a call for research into women and minority-owned businesses, it seems unlikely that cannabis banking will be part of any final legislation. The state Supreme Court ruled that all signatures for ballot initiatives must be collected in person. state attorneys general.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

A compact likely would address jurisdictional issues and require a tribe to adhere to certain safety standards. Although seemingly minor, case law demonstrates that this slight change gives the State of Michigan the ability to require tribal marihuana businesses to collect the tax and remit it to the State.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 14, 2021

This is big: Today @SenBooker @SenSchumer and I are releasing our draft legislation to end the federal prohibition of cannabis. Senate Leadership Releases Draft Legislation to Make Cannabis Federally Legal. Legislation opens doors for cannabis policy reform in the current Congress. Summary-Schumer-Booker-Wyden. WASHINGTON, D.C.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 18, 2022

Observational Data Collected On Long-term Consumption of Oral C BD Shows No Correlation To Safety Issues Raised by FDA. Their participation strengthened the statistical reliability of both the liver safety results and achieved statistical relevance for both sleep and testosterone results.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 12, 2023

This landmark legislation, which was developed in response to the approval of Question 4 on the 2022 ballot, brings about significant changes to the cannabis industry in the state. What does the new legislation mean for Maryland? The new adult-use legislation does not directly affect the medical cannabis program in Maryland.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 12, 2023

This landmark legislation, which was developed in response to the approval of Question 4 on the 2022 ballot, brings about significant changes to the cannabis industry in the state. What does the new legislation mean for Maryland? The new adult-use legislation does not directly affect the medical cannabis program in Maryland.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 18, 2022

NEW STUDY DEMONSTRATES CBD’S STRONG SAFETY PROFILE , AMPLIFIES CALLS FOR FDA REGULATION. Observational Data Collected On Long-term Consumption of Oral C BD Shows No Correlation To Safety Issues Raised by FDA. If FDA does not act, we call on Congress to pass legislation such as HR 841 , HR 6134 and S.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2022

Move cannabis excise-tax collection and remittance to retail in 2023, establishing one point of collection and remittance and greatly simplifying tax requirements for the entire cannabis supply chain. Allow eligible equity retailers to keep a percentage of the excise tax they collect. Strengthen labor peace requirements.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 15, 2020

Although NORML and other advocacy groups asked that state-legal marijuana businesses gain access to this relief, that language did not make it into the legislation. Following up on last week’s news , New Approach Montana has begun collecting signatures to put legalization on the November ballot. marijuana research.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

As we collectively analyze and respond to emerging issues in the cannabis industry, we will continue to be the preeminent voice in cannabis regulatory policy.”. Lab Testing and Product Safety. Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety. Social and Economic Equity. Medical Use and Research. Public Health and Data Monitoring.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 21, 2019

The measure, which makes clear that the group “takes no position as to whether cannabis should be legalized under the laws of the United States or of any state,” highlights the public safety issues caused by current federal policy, which makes many financial services providers reluctant to work with the marijuana industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

The weakness relates to the collection and remittance of Cannabis Excise Tax [“CET”] and Cannabis Cultivation Tax [“CCT”]. When the Distributor role was created, the California Legislature decided to place the majority of the collection and remittance responsibility on it [1]. The amount of cultivation tax.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

Crash rates spiked with the legalization of recreational marijuana use and retail sales in California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon and Washington, a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and another by the affiliated Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) show. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. THE REPORT.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 7, 2021

Samples of blood, urine, and oral fluid were collected from study participants before cannabis dosing and then nearly every hour for eight hours after dosing. 1] However, there is little evidence correlating a specific THC level with impaired driving, making marijuana per se laws controversial and difficult to prosecute. [2].

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 23, 2020

Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) just introduced the Emergency Cannabis Small Business Health and Safety Act in the House of Representatives. Lawmakers were expected to enact legislation in the current legislative session, but coronavirus had other plans. breaking news. See text of bill here. marijuana banking.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 13, 2019

In March of 2019, the FDA established a Working Group to determine the possible legislative pathways to regulate CBD. Specifically, the group aims to “make recommendations” on CBD legislation to Congress. The FDA is collecting data to fill these gaps. The public hearing attracted over 100 speakers and 2000 participants.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2022

Eight of the laws were approved in 2020 or 2021, and in seven of those states, sales and tax collections have not yet begun. local sales tax on adult-use cannabis and has collected $237.5 From February 2017 through August 2021, the local taxes collected totaled $86.1 The city of Denver, for example, applies an additional 5.5%

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 1, 2021

The initial shipment is designated to be used by the Clinic in a pilot run in preparation for the previously announced study , based out of the United Kingdom, on the safety and efficacy of cannabis and hemp for the treatment of patients suffering from chronic pain. Forward-Looking Statements.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 5, 2019

The bill would appropriate $2 million to a Cannabis Control Commission to launch administration of the law, with “priorities for the allocation of the remaining funds subject to appropriation,” starting with $100,000 annually to the Department of Safety for a drug monitoring initiative and data collection on health impacts.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2021

The Cannabis Freedom Alliance (CFA) will take this opportunity to provide you each month with relevant news, policy, and legislative updates on how CFA and its members are marching towards the goal of ending cannabis prohibition. A new report from the Marijuana Policy Project shows that states have collected $7.9 billion in 2020 alone.

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Veriheal

JUNE 30, 2023

The 14-page document covers several aspects of the drug development process, including trial best practices, data collection, and new drug application requirements. The document also addresses study participant safety emphasizing how psychedelics’ psychoactive effects increase the potential for abuse.

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Otherside Farms

JUNE 25, 2019

Boost Government Revenue Collection. New legislation that encourages marijuana use will advocate for increased revenue streams. Promote Consumer Safety. In short, the fight against marijuana use poses a significant threat to consumer safety. Fighting cannabis use is not only unnecessary but also expensive.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

Exceptions apply to, among others, any position requiring a commercial driver’s license, positions requiring the supervision or care of children, medical patients, disabled or other vulnerable individuals, or safety sensitive positions, as determined by the enforcement agency and set forth in regulations pursuant to the ordinance.

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The Blunt Truth

OCTOBER 29, 2019

As characterized by Congresswoman Schakowsky , the bill “will provide cosmetics safety that consumers and workers want and deserve; address the over-exposure to toxic chemicals that communities of color and professional salon workers experience every day; and hold companies accountable for the safety of ingredients in their products.”

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Veriheal

AUGUST 24, 2022

Activists collected over 100,000 more signatures than needed to qualify the measure for the ballot, showing significant support for its passing. In a statement to The Denver Post, Natural Medicine Colorado—which sponsored the act—said “the measure is designed to prioritize mental health and healing, while balancing safety and access.”

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 9, 2019

billion industry into our banking system is hurting our public safety and economy,” said Attorney General Becerra. We urge Congress to pass legislation to meet the demands of our growing economy.”. “This is simple: not incorporating an $8.3 The SAFE Banking Act permits cannabis businesses to access the federal banking system.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 8, 2022

68% support Congress passing legislation that allows cannabis businesses to access banking services and products in states where cannabis is legal. Of the 2,210 adults interviewed for the survey — . 65% support allowing cannabis businesses to access banking services (e.g. checking accounts, business loans) in states where cannabis is legal.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

of Tax and Fee Administration [‘CDTFA”] could have done to be more efficient and effective at collecting state level cannabis taxes [See Cannabis Tax Calculation Example , Collecting Reporting – Remitting Tax and CCT CET – Responsible Persons. of Public Health “CDPH” – Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch “MCSB” , California Dept.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Legislative Session and the Licensing Process. 2019 Legislative Session – Agency Proposed Legislation. Please contact your WSLCB Enforcement Officer if you have any questions about implementation and enforcement of this important public safety rule. Legislative Session and the Licensing Process.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 22, 2022

A collective bargaining agreement provision relating to drug and alcohol use provided for zero tolerance. The Court then reviewed the statute’s legislative history, which explained that the statute was modeled after an Arizona law that implied a cause of action. Litigation over employee off-duty use of medical cannabis is on the rise.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 9, 2022

Preferred candidates will have seven years prior experience in a policy-related management role; experience with professional exposure to the cannabis industry or policy issues related to public health and safety; experience with a strong analytical background and experience working with large data sets.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 28, 2022

The House included the reform in its version of the America COMPETES Act, marking the sixth time that the chamber has advanced the legislation , but the provision was stripped in the Senate. — American Bankers Association (@ABABankers) April 28, 2022.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

CBD Product Safety and Standardization Act of 2021. The most recent legislation to debut on behalf of hemp, the CBD Product Safety and Standardization Act of 2021, was introduced this month by a bipartisan group of U.S. Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act. This is why HR 841 is the preferred piece of legislation.

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