Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

On September 29, 2021, during a regularly scheduled meeting, the Liquor and Cannabis Board took the following actions on these Board Interim Policies (BIP): Liquor Policies Rescinded (Withdrawn) : LCB Policy Number 00-4 about exceptions to liquor license fee refund procedures. Marijuana (Cannabis) Policies Rescinded (Withdrawn).

Policy 52

Policy Food Retail Compliance 52

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. Additionally, the Texas Department of Public Safety oversees the licensing of dispensaries and regulates the cultivation and distribution of medical marijuana.

Law 52

Law Compliance Compliance Policy 52

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2020

It was down to the wire for some Massachusetts marijuana companies to meet a Jan. 1 deadline to train managers and employees under a new compliance and safety program that is the first of its kind in the nation. Marijuana training solutions provider Cannabis Trainers added three classes on Dec. Seed-to-sale tracking compliance.

Compliance 59

Compliance Compliance Programs Seed-To-Sale 59

The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The bulletin, “Marijuana Driving: How to Keep Your Fleet’s Drivers Safe,” recognizes that marijuana use is on the rise due to the explosion of medical and recreational marijuana laws passed in most states. In fact, according to the CDC, the risk of a motor vehicle crash increases after the driver uses marijuana.

Marijuana 111

Marijuana Policy Safety THC 111

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

“In the Weeds” launched in April 2019 using the podcast format to provide more digestible details and nugget-sized information about the regulations and rules governing Oregon’s regulated marijuana industry. The podcast also covers changes in the marijuana license application and renewal process.

Recreational 63

Recreational Vaping Marijuana Digestion 63

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2019

Latest study designed to encourage sensible policy development. OLCC Provides Oregon Legislature with Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Study. . 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report. 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report. January 31, 2019.

Legislation 61

Legislation Recreational Marijuana Policy 61

The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 21, 2019

In a time where marijuana legalization is rapidly expanding, all employers should be reassessing their workplace drug testing policies to be sure they are in compliance with existing and soon to be effective state and local laws.

Policy 79

Policy Environment Compliance Compliance 79

MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The evolving landscape of medical marijuana laws in the United States has seen varying degrees of acceptance and implementation across different states. In Texas, a traditionally conservative state, the journey toward embracing medical marijuana has been marked by legal nuances and ongoing discussions.

Legalization 52

Legalization Marijuana Dispensary Conditions 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

There has been a recent flurry of movement – both in the courts and in state legislatures – on the marijuana law front across several states. As we have also reported , on March 31, 2021, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill legalizing recreational cannabis in the state of New York, effective immediately.

Legislation 105

Legislation Legalization Marijuana Recreational 105

The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Effective January 1, 2022, most Philadelphia employers will be prohibited from requiring prospective employees to undergo testing for the presence of marijuana as a condition of employment. New York City, with some similar exceptions, also bars employers from requiring applicants to submit to testing for marijuana.

Marijuana 111

Marijuana Safety Environment Conditions 111

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. Medical Marijuana . Ashley Bobo.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Policy Recreational Safety 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2022

As our firm’s prior information memos on cannabis have shown 1 , the legalization of marijuana for recreational or medical use in states still poses legal issues in higher education due to marijuana’s illegality under federal law. This memo highlights those issues for higher education lawyers who advise medical facilities.

Research and Development 98

Research and Development Policy Patients Compliance 98

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

While cannabis or marijuana had long been banned and prohibited for recreational and medical purposes, the new laws have paved the way to the gradual acceptance of the benefits of cannabis to people’s lives. . Determines Legal Rights, Obligations, And Compliance . Saudi Arabia is strict with its cannabis and drug policies.

Legalization 109

Legalization Marijuana Treatment Patients 109

PrestoDoctor

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Understanding the Legal Status of Marijuana Many renters wonder, “can I get an eviction for smoking weed?” When it comes to smoking weed in rental properties, the legal status of marijuana plays a crucial role. Violating these policies could result in penalties, including potential eviction.

Policy 52

Policy Environment Law Recreational 52

MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Medical marijuana, once a controversial and stigmatized topic, has undergone a remarkable transformation in the eyes of the American public. Changing Public Opinion on Medical Marijuana in the United States In recent decades, the public’s stance on medical marijuana has shifted from skepticism to acceptance.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Chronic Pain Advocacy Research and Development 52

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The bulletin, “Marijuana Driving: How to Keep Your Fleet’s Drivers Safe,” recognizes that marijuana use is on the rise due to the explosion of medical and recreational marijuana laws passed in most states. In fact, according to the CDC, the risk of a motor vehicle crash increases after the driver uses marijuana.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Policy Safety THC 52

The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Indeed, on February 18, 2020, the United States Department of Transportation published a bulletin addressing “ DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance Notice ,” which follows previous notices it had released regarding its position on medical marijuana. THC is the primary psychoactive component of marijuana.

CBD 106

CBD Safety Compliance Compliance 106

SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Pete Ricketts said in March that he opposed medical cannabis because, ‘if you legalize marijuana, you’re going to kill your kids. Based on the pooled YRBS data, and in the fully adjusted models, [recreational marijuana law] adoption was not associated with current marijuana or frequent marijuana use,” the study concluded. “In

Legalization 75

Legalization Compliance Compliance Data 75

MMJ Recs

AUGUST 30, 2021

In 2014, Governor Jay Nixon signed the Missouri Medical Marijuana Bill, making it possible for CBD to be used as medicine for seizures. In 2018, Amendment 2 was passed, making medical marijuana in the state completely legal. Is medical marijuana being sold in Missouri yet? How many dispensaries are licensed in Missouri?

Seed-To-Sale 98

Seed-To-Sale Business Marijuana Dispensary 98

WeedAdvisor

JUNE 27, 2019

In May Illinois sent a marijuana legalization bill to Governor J.B. One of the legalization bill’s key selling points was that it would give small-time marijuana convicts a new start. Previous low-level convictions and arrests for marijuana will be pardoned and expunged.”. A Hands-Off Approach”. . Accolades and Concerns.

Legalization 76

Legalization Marijuana Dispensary Recreational 76

MedicalJane

MAY 21, 2020

On November 8, 2018, Missouri became the 31st state to legalize medical marijuana. Amendment 2, which became effective on December 6, 2018, legalizes marijuana for medical purposes, allows home growing, and imposes a 4% marijuana sales tax. Irregularities plague Missouri’s Medical Marijuana Program. million votes.

Dispensary 99

Dispensary Seed-To-Sale Marijuana Programs 99

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 5, 2020

Maine is on track to launch its first recreational marijuana businesses in June, four years after its residents voted in favor of legalization. A year ago, Maine created an Office of Marijuana Policy ( OMP ) within its Department of Administrative and Financial Services.

Access 99

Access Decriminalization Compliance Compliance 99

SpeedWeed

AUGUST 24, 2021

Cannabis regulators in Maine are recruiting members to serve on a new workgroup tasked with advising the state on its medical marijuana program. Maine legalized medical marijuana in 1999, while cannabis was legalized in the state for use by adults in 2016. Prohibitionist Need Not Apply. Meetings Begin Next Month.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Programs Access Patients 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2022

Is @latimes really in a position to lecture sports officials for the Sha’Carri Richardson suspension when @latimes still drug-tests new employees for marijuana use? latguild has demanded an end to this archaic corporate policy. While we do not currently plan to change our policy, we remain open to reevaluating it,” Manning said.

Policy 52

Policy Compliance Compliance Consumption 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

In short, the NYSBA now expressly permits lawyers to represent clients in New York’s recreational cannabis industry. d) which prohibits assisting clients to violate the law, adopted its prior opinion with respect to New York medical cannabis legislation to the recreational cannabis industry. The NYSBA, in the context of Rule 1.2(d)

Business 105

Business Recreational State Laws Law 105

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 11, 2021

In the past few years, recreational marijuana legalization has increased, with New York becoming the most recent state to enact legislation. All current and future marijuana industry participants must stay aware of specific areas where the government is focusing its enforcement efforts and develop appropriate compliance procedures.

Compliance 56

Compliance Compliance Policy CBD 56

The Blunt Truth

JUNE 8, 2020

As employers are becoming increasingly concerned about marijuana use in states with recreational or medical marijuana laws, the decision serves as a reminder to employers to develop a process for making and defending a reasonable suspicion determination (including manager and supervisor training and objective and clear documentation).

Marijuana 99

Marijuana Policy Compliance Compliance 99

Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2021

In addition to limiting the sale and distribution of their products to jurisdictions where these products are expressly allowed and regulated, Hemp Cannabinoid companies should also familiarize themselves with and ensure compliance with their carriers’ guidelines. Banned products/substances include: Marijuana, as defined by U.S.

Cannabinoids 86

Cannabinoids Hemp Compliance Compliance 86

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2020

The road to Illinois becoming the 11th state in the country along with the District of Columbia to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis was a long and winding one. It is key for employers in Illinois to stay up to date with this new and complex law and to develop strategies for compliance. And, in the 2017, case Barbuto v.

Legalization 76

Legalization Marijuana Law Policy 76

CannaMD

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Current Florida medical marijuana patient? Either way, it’s important you stay up to date with Florida’s rapidly evolving legal landscape: Can you use medical marijuana at work? What law legalized medical marijuana in Florida? How does Florida law define medical marijuana? Thinking about getting your card?

Law 126

Law Marijuana Patients Treatment 126

Veriheal

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Cannabis shop owners in Thailand have been cautioned against using traditional doctors to sidestep the ban on in-store recreational smoking. Once upon a time, Thailand was renowned for having some of the harshest drug policies in the world. THC is the primary psychotropic constituent in the marijuana plant. .

Decriminalization 109

Decriminalization Consumption Recreational Hemp 109

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Here’s their press release about the launch of the practice… With federal and state enforcement activities ramping up, the new EHS practice will focus on helping marijuana and hemp companies maintain compliance with environmental regulations that carry serious penalties. A full list of services is available at [link].

Environment 103

Environment Safety Compliance Compliance 103

Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 23, 2020

Today I’ll outline some of the ways the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“LCB”) plans to regulate marijuana in 2020. Next, we’ll dive into penalties related to marijuana violations. Yesterday (January 22, 2020) the LCB adopted rules relating to marijuana penalties.

Compliance 90

Compliance Compliance History Programs 90

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2019

The world of marijuana banking has been rife with compliance risks for years. While marijuana is still illegal federally, many states have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use. Bank Secrecy Act Compliance. Eide Bailly LLP. Legal Hemp Growing.

Banking 40

Banking Hemp Marijuana Compliance 40

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2021

Vicente Sederberg LLP (VS) announced Tuesday it has formed an environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practice aimed at helping the burgeoning marijuana and hemp industries become leaders in sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Hemp 90

Hemp Research and Development Supply Chain Policy 90

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 12, 2019

for terminating the employment of a woman who had been prescribed medical marijuana because it had not established through expert evidence that the employee was impaired by marijuana at work despite high levels of marijuana in the results of her drug test. 36-2813(B) (“AMMA”). Case Background. Walmart Inc. , 23-493.06 (“DTEA”).

Marijuana 68

Marijuana Policy Law Programs 68

The Blunt Truth

JULY 20, 2021

The decisions serve as important reminders to employers to ensure their drug testing policies and practices can withstand scrutiny in any jurisdiction. According to the court, substantial compliance with this portion of the statute means providing the employee with enough information to determine whether to request a confirmatory test.

Safety 111

Safety Policy Environment Compliance 111