NORML

APRIL 26, 2019

At the state level, Governor Doug Burgum of North Dakota signed a package of bills into law to expand the state’s medical cannabis access program. Days later, the Chief Deputy announced that the cite and release program will be put on hold, without further details. AL resident?

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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.

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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.

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NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Jared Polis (D) of Colorado signed legislation into law that allows physicians to recommend medical cannabis for any condition for which an opiate would otherwise be prescribed. The group then withdrew the measure so they can amend the language.

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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? CT resident?

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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. AR resident? California. CA resident?

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 142

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! North Dakota’s first medical cannabis dispensary opened its doors last week in Fargo; and registered out-of-state medical cannabis patients will now be able to access their medicine while visiting Hawaii. AL resident? AR resident?

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In recent years, New York has emerged as a progressive state in terms of medical marijuana legislation. The legalization of medical cannabis has paved the way for a network of dispensaries to cater to the growing demand for alternative healthcare options. Check out the official government website for all the info you need.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In recent years, the landscape of healthcare in Texas has been undergoing a significant transformation with the emergence of medical marijuana dispensaries. Let’s take a look at the current state of medical marijuana dispensaries in Texas, examining the legal framework, patient access, and the potential impact on the healthcare landscape.

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NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Medical cannabis sales kicked off in Arkansas last Friday as the first dispensary opened its doors. Governor Kevin Stitt (R) of Oklahoma signed legislation into law to permit the retail sale of hemp and hemp-derived CBD products. California. CA resident?

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 134

NORML

JANUARY 25, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Representatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) introduced legislation this week, HR 712 / S. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Senator Ron Wyden introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. NORML opposes this legislation.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically. However, in recent years, public attitudes towards marijuana have shifted, leading to changes in legislation and public policy.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 11, 2019

“OMMA(Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority) has reinstituted a project management structure to ensure compliance and timely implementation of the changes,” said Tom Bates, Interim Commissioner of Health. Legislative Changes Currently Effective. Legislative Changes Effective After August 29.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 3, 2024

Understanding these regulations is crucial for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers navigating the state’s medical marijuana program. Once approved, patients can register with the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program online and purchase medical marijuana products from licensed dispensaries statewide.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

A regulatory panel in Ohio gave the green light on Tuesday to plans that would more than double the number of medical cannabis dispensaries in the state. The state’s first dispensaries opened three years later, as it continues to tweak and expand the law. View original article.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

However, recent years have witnessed a shift in public opinion and legislative discourse, prompting the state to reevaluate its approach to medical marijuana. Enacted through legislative measures, the program outlines the parameters for the legal use of medical marijuana by eligible patients.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Today, however, there is a dispensary around every corner. To participate in Oklahoma’s medical cannabis program, all that patients need to do is meet with a doctor and receive a medical marijuana recommendation. Oklahoma Medical Cannabis Program Prospers. Oklahoma Medical Cannabis Program’s Problems.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) represents the Lone Star State’s cautious foray into the realm of medical marijuana. 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.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 7, 2022

In 2016, Pennsylvania adopted Act 16, becoming one of 38 states that have medical marijuana programs in the United States. The Pennsylvania Department of Health regulates licensing and has issued 25 grower/processor licenses and fifty dispensary licenses to date. Many dispensaries implemented apps that optimized delivery routes.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

We’ll also explore patient rights and responsibilities within Missouri’s MMJ program and the availability of legal assistance for MMJ patients. Missouri MMJ Patient Rights Missouri’s MMJ program grants certain rights to registered patients.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Not only can patrons use cannabis products purchased at nearby dispensaries in Smoke and Mirrors, but the venue will also offer a range of 11 THC-infused drinks. City legislators have been working on handing out licenses for cannabis consumption lounges for some time now, with 18 more lounges working behind the scenes to open their doors.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

The bill would legalize marijuana for medical use in North Carolina, allowing patients with certain illnesses and a physician’s prescription to purchase cannabis and cannabis-infused products at state-regulated dispensaries. Department of Health and Human Services that would administer the program.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 26, 2019

Pennsylvania Senator Daylin Leach and Senator Sharif Street recently unveiled their plan to introduce legislation, Senate Bill 350 (“SB 350”), that — if passed — would legalize adult-use cannabis and create a corresponding regulatory program. Micro-growers can only grow and only sell their product to processors and dispensaries.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

There have been so far been eight major reform bills introduced in the New Hampshire General Court during the current legislative session. For more information on this bill and to send a message to your State Senator in support of this legislation, click here. It passed the House on 2/27/2019 by a vote of 209-147.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 12, 2021

After a long legacy of having a medical cannabis program that barely took care of patients, the governor of Georgia has finally signed SB 195—a law that will expand the medical cannabis program to license retailers of low-THC cannabis . Micah Gravley , a Republican from Douglasville who sponsored legislation starting the program.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 30, 2022

While Keystone State’s Medical Marijuana Program is booming with over 400 thousand active medical cannabis patients—Pennsylvania is primed to expand into an explosive adult-use market serving approximately 8.8 Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program. 20 million patient dispensary transactions. Senate Bill No.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 13, 2023

This groundbreaking legislation legalized the use of medical marijuana for patients with qualifying medical conditions, under the recommendation of a licensed physician. Compliance with these laws and regulations is crucial for both patients and cannabis businesses to ensure the integrity and legality of the MMJ system in California.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

FGW”), a company that has the conditional use approval necessary to operate a cannabis dispensary and related businesses located in San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury district. This dispensary will be neighborhood-oriented, including the hiring of local staff, the selection of local products and the promotion of community safety.”.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 24, 2021

With the Eastern seaboard’s most ambitious Adult Use program primed to explode, New Jersey’s Superior Court Appellate Division (“Appellate Division”) just lifted its “stay” on scoring 18 month old Medical Marijuana applications clearing the way for 5 cultivation, 15 dispensary, and 4 vertically integrated license awards. 24:6I Et Seq.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Additionally, the Texas Department of Public Safety oversees the licensing of dispensaries and regulates the cultivation and distribution of medical marijuana. However, they must also be aware of potential discrimination issues and ensure compliance with state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 14, 2019

Pritzker approved legislation to establish medical marijuana’s permanency. But in a sudden, fortunate twist for many patients, the final legislation contained further expansions. Pritzker’s legislation took effect on August 9 th , but he waited until Monday, August 12 th to make the announcement. However, Gov.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Vice-President Michele Nakata, Supervisor of the Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licensing Program at the Hawaii Department of Health. Treasurer Tyler Klimas, Executive Director of the Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board, At-large board member Steve Marks, Executive Director of the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Board. Andrew Brisbo. “I

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 22, 2019

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE MARCH 2019: Here’s a quick rundown of some of what we’ve been working on this session. OLIS is the Oregon Legislative Information System is extremely helpful for tracking bills. OLIS is the Oregon Legislative Information System is extremely helpful for tracking bills. Bill Number: SB 582.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2019

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. 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report. A Letter from OLCC Director Steve Marks.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 5, 2024

California state has been at the forefront of progressive cannabis legislation, particularly when it comes to medical marijuana. This landmark legislation legalized the use and cultivation of cannabis for medical purposes by patients with a valid recommendation from a physician.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

The perpetual myth that dispensaries are selling weed to minors refuses to die, but evidence shows this isn’t the case in California. Instead, adult-use dispensaries in the state are proving the system works by checking IDs as required by state law. Limited, initial research suggests high rates of compliance with MLMU-21 laws.

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