NORML

JANUARY 18, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation. Connecticut. CT resident?

Legislation 161

Legislation Decriminalization Access Therapy 161

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Ron DeSantis (R) of Florida signed legislation into law to restore patients’ right to smoke medical cannabis. Send a message to your federal lawmakers in support of this important legislation. California. CA resident? DE resident?

Legislation 135

Legislation Hemp Patients Compliance 135

NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor John Bel Edwards (D) of Louisiana signed legislation into law to allow the production of industrial hemp and hemp-derived CBD products. Send a message to your federal lawmakers in support of this important legislation. California.

Legislation 119

Legislation Hemp Agriculture Compliance 119

NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt (R) signed legislation into law that would strengthen and clarify medical cannabis patient protections. Send a message to your federal lawmakers in support of this important legislation. CA resident? HI resident?

Legislation 144

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 144

NORML

MAY 3, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! 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.

Legislation 162

Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 162

MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It’s essential to be aware of the specific laws in your state to remain in compliance. Alaska: Alaska has a robust MMJ program, allowing for the use of medical marijuana for qualifying conditions. Arizona: Arizona has a well-established MMJ program that covers various qualifying conditions, with strict possession limits.

Law 98

Law Marijuana Programs Dispensary 98

NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! 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. The two measures became law absent Mayor DeBlasio’s signature.

Legislation 135

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 135

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Mark Gordon (R) of Wyoming signed industrial hemp production legislation into law. Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state. AL resident?

Legislation 168

Legislation Patients Access Seed-To-Sale 168

MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

However, in recent years, public attitudes towards marijuana have shifted, leading to changes in legislation and public policy. Iowa Medical Marijuana Laws and Regulations: Under Iowa’s medical marijuana laws and regulations, patients with qualifying medical conditions can legally access medical cannabis products.

Law 52

Law Marijuana Access History 52

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

Manager, Government Affairs and Policy – ( 2200008X ). The Manager, Government Affairs and Policy, under the direction of the Director of Government Affairs and Policy, assists the government relations and policy functions of the Commission and serves as a liaison across all levels of government. Description.

Policy 52

Policy Packaging Legislation Compliance 52

NORML

MAY 31, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Steve Sisolak (D) of Nevada signed legislation into law this week to allow individuals to get their records vacated for offenses that are no longer a crime in the state. Send a message to your federal lawmakers in support of this important legislation.

Legislation 110

Legislation Access Banking Hemp 110

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 17, 2022

Yesterday, the Cannabis Control Board approved 52 adult-use conditional cultivation licenses , which means the approved businesses can start growing cannabis for the upcoming adult-use market. An adult-use conditional cultivator license is valid for no more than two years, expiring at the latest on June 30, 2024. Championed by Sen.

Conditions 52

Conditions Cultivation Banking Business 52

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. Such policies must be made available to current employees prior to enactment, and to prospective employees at the time of any job offer.

Legislation 105

Legislation Legalization Marijuana Recreational 105

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2022

The lack of robust research on cannabis products, cannabis as a therapy and dependence or addiction to cannabis heightens the challenge of developing sound policies on the use of cannabis in health care facilities. There is very little scientific evidence for the efficacy of marijuana in treating certain medical conditions.

Research and Development 98

Research and Development Policy Patients Compliance 98

MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

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. While the Compassionate Use Act (CUA) permits medical cannabis use, it does not require employers to accommodate employees’ marijuana use or modify workplace policies.

Law 52

Law Compliance Compliance Policy 52

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.

Legalization 52

Legalization Marijuana Dispensary Conditions 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2022

If passed by the Parliament, the legislation will remove the need for criminal investigations when someone is caught with a personal amount of the substance. The move is another small step in the direction of making cannabis policy more lenient toward consumers who may be otherwise law-abiding citizens.

Policy 52

Policy History Seed-To-Sale Decriminalization 52

Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

Primarily, medical cannabis is not recreational or a luxury, but a necessity for many people who suffer from chronic pain, epilepsy, PTSD, and other conditions. It also goes against the principle of harm reduction, which is one basis of medical cannabis legalization policy.

Chronic Pain 104

Chronic Pain Recreational Patients Medicine 104

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2019

Latest study designed to encourage sensible policy development. Portland, OR — Today the Oregon Liquor Control Commission provided the Oregon Legislative Assembly with the 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report required by ORS 475B.548. Here’s the statement in full. January 31, 2019.

Legislation 61

Legislation Recreational Marijuana Policy 61

MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

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. These dispensaries operate under strict regulations to ensure compliance with the TCUP guidelines.

Law 52

Law Dispensary Clinical Trials Programs 52

The Cannigma

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Cannabis policy in Bolivia Bolivia enforces strict penalties for cannabis-related offenses. This marked a significant shift in policy, reflecting a growing acknowledgment of cannabis as a valuable medicinal resource. In 2016, the government passed a law allowing for the medical and scientific use of cannabis. Is CBD legal in Bolivia?

Law 52

Law Cultivation History Medicine 52

MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As Missouri patients gain access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions, understanding and advocating for MMJ patient rights is of paramount importance. Contacting Legislators: Reach out to elected officials to express support for MMJ patient rights and any necessary legislative changes.

Advocacy 52

Advocacy Patients Legalization Access 52

Canna Law Blog

JULY 31, 2023

This year, the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) likely will look at, to start: temporary rules it had adopted under the Governor’s clumsy tax compliance mandate; the 2023 legislative session’s new cannabis laws ; leftover business from the 2022 session; and certain COVID-era policies. The former seems more likely.

Compliance 91

Compliance Compliance Topical Retail 91

NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Enacted in 1986, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program made it a condition for employment that all civilian employees at executive branch agencies be prohibited from using federally illegal substances on or off duty. A recent American Legion poll found that one in five veterans use marijuana to alleviate a medical condition.

Chronic Pain 176

Chronic Pain Legislation Treatment State Laws 176

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Puerto Rico’s Governor has signed legislation into law protecting qualified medical cannabis patients from workplace discrimination. The legislation amends Puerto Rico’s medical marijuana access law so that registered patients are now classified as members of a protected class under the US territory’s employment protection laws.

Patients 105

Patients Law Research and Development Medicine 105

PrestoDoctor

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

By knowing the legal status of marijuana, you can ensure compliance with the law and avoid any potential legal consequences. As marijuana legislation undergoes changes in more regions, property owners face the challenge of navigating a landscape where cultural attitudes towards cannabis use vary widely.

Policy 52

Policy Environment Law Recreational 52

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

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

Marijuana was once again one of the hottest legislative topics across the nation in 2021, and while some states’ new legislation provided greater protections to employers with drug-free and/or zero-tolerance policies, others took a more employee-friendly approach. Ashley Bobo. Medical Marijuana .

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Policy Recreational Safety 52

Illinois News Joint

MAY 12, 2023

With Illinois’ 103rd General Assembly session adjourning Friday, May 19, lawmakers are making their final push for legislation, including a cannabis omnibus. The recently drafted omnibus currently includes changes to craft grow canopy space, curbside pickup, and items related to transporting organizations.

Packaging 103

Packaging Agriculture Cannabis Cultivation 103

Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 23, 2020

Last year brought significant changes to Washington cannabis via the legislative session. Senate Bill 5318 went into effect last year and requires that the LCB move over from an enforcement-based approach to marijuana regulation to a compliance-based approach. Stay tuned next week for part two in the series!

Compliance 91

Compliance Compliance History Programs 91

MMJ Recs

MARCH 20, 2024

Furthermore, recent legislative changes have introduced new product categories, such as cannabis-infused edibles and topicals, diversifying the options available to registered patients. Recent advancements include the expansion of qualifying medical conditions to ensure that more patients can benefit from cannabis therapy.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Programs Access Patients 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2022

The bill would expand patients’ access to the necessary treatment for more than 50 conditions, including cancer and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), neurological diseases, and chronic pain of neuropathic origin. Draft Law of Ukraine. ARV (revised). REFERENCE to the EU acquis. explanatory note. Comparative table. LAW OF UKRAINE.

Seed-To-Sale 52

Seed-To-Sale Legalization Cultivation Medicine 52

NORML

APRIL 5, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Gary Herbert (R) of Utah signed legislation into law to allow those with certain misdemeanor cannabis convictions to have their records automatically expunged. Governor Leon Guerrero (D) of Guam signed cannabis legalization legislation into law.

Legislation 187

Legislation Banking Hemp Compliance 187

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

This position will assist the enforcement units in implementing consistent regulatory compliance measures for the Commonwealth’s marijuana industry. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. 94G, M.G.L. 94G, M.G.L. 94G, M.G.L. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.

Research and Development 52

Research and Development Compliance Compliance Packaging 52

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 10, 2020

The latter requires extensive vetting , including analyses of the underlying target condition and other related available treatments, conducting a cost benefit analysis from clinical data, as well as strategizing on how drug risks may be identified and mitigated. 5587 , legislation that would permit CBD to be marketed in dietary supplements.

CBD 99

CBD Topical Agriculture Food 99

NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! 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. It now awaits consideration by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee.

Legislation 165

Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 165

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Cann Group has established a leading position in plant genetics, breeding, extraction, analysis and production techniques required to facilitate the supply of medicinal cannabis for a range of diseases and medical conditions. The Company is commercialising a range of imported and locally sourced and manufactured medicinal cannabis products.

Research and Development 52

Research and Development Pharmaceutical Compliance Compliance 52