Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 13, 2022

In The Weeds welcomes the new year, as well as a number of new cannabis laws and policies taking effect around the country in 2022. Below is a list of state law updates to look forward to this year. percent concentration] are illegal. McGuireWoods LLP. Newsworthy Highlights. Happy 2022! Montana: As of Jan.

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The Herb Collective

JANUARY 3, 2019

The first state to legalize marijuana for medical use was California. In 1996, voters passed the Compassionate Use Act, and over the past two decades, it has seen a lot of changes and structure within its cannabis laws. The state has also placed limits on how much THC/CBD can be in some cannabis products.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 19, 2023

and any part of that plant, including … all derivatives, extracts, cannabinoids , … with a delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3 With this advantageous change in the law, the hemp industry has thrived. Therefore, hemp would be banned unless the combined THC concentration was less than 0.3%.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

with a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration of not more than 0.3 % on a dry weight basis. The proposed legislation would create a legal avenue for the use of hemp-derived CBD and other cannabinoids in dietary supplements, foods, and beverages in compliance with all existing federal regulations for these types of product.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

At the state level, the North Dakota House of Representatives defeated a decriminalization bill on the House floor by a narrow 43-47 vote. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. AZ resident? Connecticut. CT resident?

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020

Every week, clients ask us to review their hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) products to ensure “full compliance.” a) the product certificate of analysis tested by an independent testing laboratory to show the product (i) contains hemp that was lawfully cultivated under a state program, and (ii) meets the 0.3%

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

Once registered, patients gain legal access to dispensaries across the state and are protected from prosecution for possessing and using medical marijuana in accordance with state law. Dispensaries must adhere to specific zoning regulations established by local municipalities and the state.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

On April 16, 2021, Governor Jay Inslee signed Senate Bill 5372 (SB 5372), “An Act relating to hemp processor registration and a hemp extract certification into law.” SB 5372 went into effect on July 25, 2021, and creates a voluntary registration and certification program that hemp processors can opt-in to in the Evergreen State.

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NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Additionally, Representatives Charlie Crist (D-FL) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced The Fairness in Federal Drug Testing Under State Laws Act to explicitly bar federal agencies from discriminating against workers solely because of their status as a cannabis consumer, or due to testing positive for marijuana use on a workplace drug test.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2019

Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational cannabis. In states that legalize recreational cannabis, employers and drug testing services have seen significant increases in positivity rates for cannabis metabolites. grams of cannabis concentrate. Regulated Employers and Government Contractors.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Remember that a felony conviction, at either the state or federal level, results in a 10-year ban from participating in the legal hemp industry, unless a person was lawfully growing hemp under the 2014 Farm Bill before December 20, 2018. The total THC concentration level shall be determined and reported on a dry weight basis.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 18, 2022

After flower, the Golden State’s most popular products, in order of popularity, are cartridges, prerolls, concentrates, and edibles 1. Leafly requires that all delivery providers operate in compliance with applicable state law, meaning shoppers get the peace of mind they are used to when shopping on the site.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 16, 2020

Shopify’s policy explicitly states: Shopify can’t provide advice on what and where merchants can sell, but we recommend that merchants review and monitor federal, state, and local laws, as well as monitor updates from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2021

Cannabis and the Law. But how can a product that purportedly gets users high escape federal and state regulation? Is Delta-8 legal under federal law? Even if CBD-derived Delta-8 is not viewed as “synthetically derived,” Delta-8 could violate federal law as a “controlled substance analogue.” Foley Hoag LLP.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 22, 2019

Pursuant to new regulation 40175(c), “a manufacturer licensee shall only use cannabinoid concentrates and extracts that are manufactured or processed from cannabis obtained from a licensed cannabis cultivator.” However, this clearly isn’t going to be the case if stakeholders go off of a plain reading of the law.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 27, 2021

Delta-8 THC, aka delta-8, the intoxicating cannabinoid synthesized from hemp, is making waves across the United States, and especially in states where marijuana remains illegal. That’s because delta-8 is derived from federally legal hemp, which by law contains less than 0.3% States already closing loopholes. delta-9 THC.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2022

For so long as cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, cannabis businesses operating in full compliance with state law will not enjoy the full scope of protections as brands that are operating in legalized industries. concentration of tetrahydrocannabinol and is no longer considered a Schedule 1 drug.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 28, 2022

Under the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Rules of Practice, to obtain a federal trademark registration, which confers nationwide rights for the covered goods or services, an applicant must show lawful interstate commercial use of the trademark.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 17, 2022

After flower, the Golden State’s most popular products, in order of popularity, are cartridges, prerolls, concentrates, and edibles 1. Leafly requires that all delivery providers operate in compliance with applicable state law, meaning shoppers get the peace of mind they are used to when shopping on the site.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2021

In addition to Pure Extracts’ Pure Pulls and Pure Chews, Grown Rogue will be adding to its Michigan product portfolio to include concentrates and cartridges to complement their award-winning flower and their proprietary, 3.5gram, nitrogen sealed flower jars, which is already one of the leading flower brands in the state.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 11, 2021

Because Delta-8 THC is not expressed in sufficient concentrations in most hemp strains to make its extraction financially viable, most Delta-8 THC on the market is derived from the chemical conversion of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“CBD”). State Legal Frameworks. View original article. The post Is Delta-8 THC a Controlled Substance?

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 14, 2019

3 The 2014 Guidance sought to clarify how financial institutions can provide financial services to marijuana-related businesses, consistent with their BSA obligations, in light of state legislative efforts to legalize certain marijuana-related activities and the resulting conflict between U.S. state and federal regulation of marijuana.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

The OMMA administers the state’s medical marijuana program. The OMMA makes sure that it runs all its programs by the state law regulations as a subsidiary of the Oklahoma Department of Health. Image by Add Weed on Unsplash : OMMA compliance is important, so know the rules. Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Card Rules?

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

Robert Singer (R-Ocean), would amend the state’s recreational marijuana law to ban cannabis consumption for any employee who operates heavy machinery or uses weapons, or whose use of cannabis would “put the public at risk.” 2616 STATE OF NEW JERSEY 220th LEGISLATURE. introduced. SENATE, No. INTRODUCED MAY 12, 2022.

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 12, 2019

Plaintiff filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Arizona asserting that she was terminated and discriminated against in violation of the AMMA and other state laws. The State of Arizona filed an appearance and an amicus curiae brief. 23-493.06 (“DTEA”). have legalized recreational use.

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Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

A few decades ago, you couldn’t open a cannabis dispensary in any state without facing the wrath of the state laws. This is now a thing of the past in most states, thanks to the legalization of the sale and use of cannabis in these states. Market Research. The plan helps you to identify your potential customers.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

When House Bill 19-1234 and House Bill 19-1230 were signed into law on May 29, 2019, allowing for marijuana delivery and marijuana hospitality licenses, no one thought it would take two years to implement. Read on for the full story, or click below to quickly jump to the relevant ordinances.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 15, 2019

the mature stalks and seeds incapable of germination) is not in violation of the CSA or related laws and regulations specific to importing goods. The 2014 Farm Bill allows for the limited cultivation of industrial hemp, but that bill requires that hemp be grown pursuant to an agricultural pilot program in compliance with state law.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Jake is the founder of Venom Extracts, one of the industry’s premier award-winning cannabis concentrate brands. Since 2017, Jill has led the finance, administration and compliance oversight functions for Venom Extracts. She has been responsible for all bookkeeping duties, including cash verifications, payments to vendors and payroll.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 8, 2019

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Through the Narcotic Drugs Amendment Act 2016 (Cth) and its amendments to the Narcotic Drugs Act 1967 (Cth) ( NDA ), the Australian Government commenced the legalisation of medicinal cannabis products in Australia under federal law in 2016. the person’s history of compliance with the NDA.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

If the source of funds is questionable, unverifiable, or determined by the WSLCB to be gained in a manner which is in violation of law, the WSLCB will conduct further investigation regarding the funds. A bill does not become law until it passes both the House and the Senate and is signed by the Governor. . Ownership Changes.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The products included flower, edibles, prerolls, tinctures, concentrates, vape cartridges and vape pens, and were mainly purchased online from various states. Illegal Delta-9 Levels More Likely in Vapes and Concentrates: Vapes and concentrates generally contained higher levels of delta-9 THC than flower, tinctures or edibles.

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WeedAdvisor

OCTOBER 5, 2019

After years of legal complications, the state decided to delay the green light until 2021 at the earliest. But thanks to separate law regarding special exemptions on Native American land, the Las Vegas Paiute Tribe can open its own tasting room starting October 5 th. This exemption has tremendous potential throughout the state.

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NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Governor Jim Justice (R) of West Virginia signed legislation into law that allows financial institutions to provide banking services related to the state’s medical marijuana program. Update : There was a Public Hearing for SB 1085 on 3/22 after its passage out of the General Law Committee. CT resident? HI resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

We depend on a good relationship with law enforcement. The pilot program is unable to begin without a change in state law that first allows cities and towns to authorize social consumption in their communities. Our regulations, particularly our security regulations, reflect this,” Commissioner Britte McBride said Tuesday.

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NORML

APRIL 12, 2019

Under state law, adults face civil penalties for minor marijuana possession offenses. The measure would protect registered medical cannabis patients from employment discrimination by prohibiting employers from arbitrarily discriminating against employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law.

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NORML

APRIL 20, 2019

At the state level, Governor Brian Kemp (R) signed legislation into law to facilitate regulations governing the licensed production and distribution of oils and other products containing limited amounts of plant-derived THC. Governor Laura Kelly (D) of Kansas signed industrial hemp production legislation into law. CO resident?

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