Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 19, 2021

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Labor has released new guidance regarding legalized recreational marijuana use and the workplace. That means an employer must provide “objectively observable” evidence that the employee’s job performance—or overall workplace safety— is negatively impacted by marijuana use.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Last month, the Centers for Disease Control, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, issued a bulletin directed to employers with workers who drive as part of their jobs. Consult with counsel experienced with state marijuana laws in developing a new or revising an existing drug policy.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 4, 2023

At that time, illicit substances were perceived as a significant threat to both workplace productivity and safety. As more states join the legalization movement, there is growing hope and speculation that national regulations will catch up with progressive state policies.

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Veriheal

JULY 25, 2023

Currently, 23 states have legalized the recreational use of marijuana, including California, Massachusetts, Arizona, and Washington, D.C. They also stated that there has been a steady increase in positive post-accident cannabis tests since 2012, when the first states legalized recreational marijuana. As many states across the U.S.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. On April 12, 2021, New Mexico saw the legalization of recreational marijuana.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Recreational Use and Possession Limits As of 2023, cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Texas. The Compassionate Use Act, enacted in 2015, allows for the medical use of low-THC cannabis oil by patients with certain qualifying conditions. Medical Use and Eligibility Texas does have a limited medical marijuana program.

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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. Notably, recreational marijuana laws passed recently in New Jersey and New York arguably prohibit pre-employment testing for the drug in most cases.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Legalization and Regulation of Medical Marijuana The journey of legalizing and regulating medical marijuana in the US reflects a nuanced interplay of federal and state policies. Various approaches, from strict medical programs to comprehensive recreational markets, highlight the diverse strategies adopted by states.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2022

In such circumstances, the law appears to allow employees with disabilities to use cannabis at work in a non-smokable form so long as: (1) the employee is not in a safety-sensitive position, and (2) the employer is not committing a violation of federal statute, regulation, contract or funding agreement. Safety-Sensitive Employees.

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

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 24, 2024

Michigan marijuana laws and regulations Michigan’s marijuana laws and regulations reflect a progressive stance on cannabis, embodying a balanced approach that accommodates both medical and recreational use. Subsequently, in 2018, Michigan voters approved the recreational use of marijuana for adults, expanding legal access.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 22, 2022

Employers can maintain a reasonable drug-free workplace policy that: Requires post-accident or reasonable suspicion drug testing of all employees or random drug testing of safety-sensitive workers; Is necessary to comply with federal law or a federal contract or funding agreement, if applicable to the employer; or.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

million adults are now using “street cannabis ” to treat the symptoms of chronic conditions , according to the largest poll of its kind. More than half (56 per cent) of those using cannabis for their conditions did so on a daily basis, with a further 23 per cent on a weekly basis. They write.

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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. Here’s the statement in full.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 20, 2024

Maryland, a trailblazer in progressive healthcare policies, has been part of this trend. Patients can expect a range of options, including various strains and forms of marijuana, within the confines of the state’s stringent quality and safety standards. Cannabis products can only be legally purchased from licensed dispensaries.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Marijuana use in the United States is increasing as more states legalize its medical and recreational use. This substance needs to be addressed as part of all workplace motor vehicle safety programs. Develop a comprehensive marijuana policy that accounts for current laws in each state where your company operates. References.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 17, 2022

Legalization of medical and recreational marijuana use continues to spread across the United States despite the drug remaining a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. separate from the recreational marijuana laws themselves—for lawful, off-duty use of the drug. Tae Phillips Birmingham. Zagger New York.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

As we previously reported , on February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three separate cannabis reform bills into law ( NJ A21 , NJ A 1897 , and NJ A5342/NJ S3454 ), formally legalizing the use and possession of recreational marijuana in the Garden State. Other jurisdictions are catching up to the marijuana law frenzy.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Taken together, these changes in state law create potential difficulties for employers over enforcement of workplace drug policies—particularly when those policies are required by federal law. California is also poised to join the growing list of states protecting employees’ right to use marijuana recreationally while off-duty.

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NORML

MAY 20, 2019

Another frank reality of medical cannabis in modern America, apart from the increase of Taco Bell consumption, is the mountains of research behind the number of conditions that the plant treats. PTSD, cachexia and muscle spasms are among the nearly never ending list of conditions that cannabis has been proven to treat in most cases.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

recreational use of marijuana. Recreational cannabis could be available for public sale in Rhode Island as soon ?as Employers will need to move quickly to implement policies ?and workplace policies on marijuana use or who work while under the influence of cannabis.?. which is expected. as late 2022. Mark Freel.

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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. Recreational Marijuana. Ashley Bobo. Medical Marijuana . Connecticut.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Last month, the Centers for Disease Control, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, issued a bulletin directed to employers with workers who drive as part of their jobs. Consult with counsel experienced with state marijuana laws in developing a new or revising an existing drug policy.

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PrestoDoctor

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Some countries and states have legalized the recreational or medicinal use of marijuana, while others still consider it illegal. Some landlords choose to adopt strict no-smoking policies to maintain a clean and odor-free environment, while others may be more permissive, allowing responsible use within designated areas.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

Seyfarth Synopsis : Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. Now is no different. Jennifer Mora. Connecticut. New Mexico.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 5, 2020

Maine is planning to have its first recreational marijuana shops open in June, three months later than expected. Maine is “very close” to issuing the first round of conditional recreational business licenses, said Erik Gundersen, the director of the Office of Marijuana Policy. The article adds.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

APRIL 20, 2023

In recent years, most major cities in Texas have launched programs and adopted policies that reduce, or even eliminate, penalties for the possession of cannabis. [ii] Recreational use of cannabis in Texas remains restrictive, with law enforcement being inconsistent even between Texas cities. Specifically, H.B. Specifically, H.B.

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 31, 2021

Barely a quarter of cannabis users trust their doctor to provide them with reliable information about medical cannabis and how to use it to treat their medical or health conditions, according to a recent survey. The respondents ranged in age from 19 to 81, and 50% identified as White, 20% as Latino, 12% as Asian, and 10% as Black.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. The analysis explores barriers to access, civil protections, affordability, health and social equity, and product safety, as well as penalties for detrimental policies. ASA examines medical cannabis law efficacy.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

Employers can maintain a reasonable drug-free workplace policy that: Requires post-accident or reasonable suspicion drug testing of all employees or random drug testing of safety-sensitive workers; Is necessary to comply with federal law or a federal contract or funding agreement, if applicable to the employer; or. By Jennifer L.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 19, 2020

Effective May 10, 2020, it is considered an unlawful discriminatory practice in New York City for an employer, labor organization, or employment agency to require a job applicant to submit to a marijuana test as a condition of employment. By way of background, on April 9, 2019, the New York City Council passed (by a 41-4 vote) a bill (Intro.

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Marijuana Safety Law Recreational 101

The Joint Blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Maine’s Office of Marijuana Policy, which is part of the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, unveiled plans for the issuance of Maine’s first active licenses for adult use marijuana establishments. The post Maine Issuing First-Ever Legal Recreational Marijuana License appeared first on TheJointBlog.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Interfere with an employer’s obligation to provide a safe and healthy workplace, free from recognized hazards, as required by state and federal occupational safety and health laws. the NYS Human Rights Law), even if such disability or condition is unknown to the employer. Frequently Asked Questions.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Recreational cannabis is not legal in Georgia, so the primary reason for this change is to provide assistance to those employees using medical cannabis. Atlanta’s New Policy for Pre-Employment Drug Testing. Is Cannabis Even Legal in Georgia?

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The Cannigma

APRIL 1, 2021

Looking at the “extra-pharmacological variables,” psychedelic scholar Ido Hartogsohn wrote , is key to “developing effective strategies for harm reductions, and a more effective drug policy which would reduce drugs harms and allow the emergence of more beneficial patterns of drug use.”. How set and setting can affect marijuana use.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 31, 2020

In Part 1 of this two-part series we discussed the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board’s (“LCB”) proposed rules stemming from SB 5318, which passed last year and forced the LCB to transition from an enforcement-first policy to a compliance-first policy when handling violations. Category II. Category III.

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WeedAdvisor

APRIL 18, 2019

In the weeks and months leading up to legalization, businesses of all sizes scrambled and struggled to come up with fair policies to ensure productivity and safety. Companies can certainly make inferences based on the law, but specific policies are up to the employer. Unfortunately, they had little guidance from the law.

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