Veriheal

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Notably, President Ronald Reagan’s administration implemented the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 , which mandated drug-free workplace environments. Additionally, it has sparked debates regarding jurisdiction, especially when cannabis possession or consumption crosses federal lines or properties.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 19, 2020

A “hemp finished product” is “a hemp product that is intended for retail sale and containing hemp or hemp extracts that includes food, food additives and herbs for human use, including consumption, that has a THC content of not more than three-tenths percent.”

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Indeed, there are studies linking PGR consumption with an increased risk for multiple severe conditions. There are substantial concerns about the safety of chlormequat chloride exposure in humans, but the EPA still permits its use in crops not intended for human consumption. Do cannabis farmers need to use PGRs?

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The Cannigma

MAY 9, 2021

Indoor cultivation’s carbon footprint is so energy intensive that it is indefensible from an energy and environment perspective, argued the authors of the report. A 2018 study by Frontier Data found that combined with illegal cultivation, the total electricity consumption by cannabis production climbs to 4.1

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

With only four hours of daylight during the winter and an average winter temperature of 0 degrees Celsius, one might deem Iceland a prime environment for cannabis and drug consumption. Iceland was ranked 29th place in cannabis consumption internationally, as reported by Iceland Magazine. Is cannabis legal in Iceland?

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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. Next Steps for Employers.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

Wider marijuana use will require employers to take action to ensure safe work environments for their employees, especially in safety sensitive settings. Drug policies must be updated and must address discrimination concerns. Illinois Governor J.B. Implication for Employers.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

At Khiron, sustainability is embedded in our DNA, with the common belief that strong ESG policies improve performance, loyalty, and innovation, while reducing corporate risks and capital costs. A full copy of the report is available here. “At SOURCE Khiron Life Sciences Corp.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Among these bellwethers, South Africa and Georgia allow for possession and consumption but no sale; Uruguay, conversely, has a quasi-commercial model; and Canada is leading the charge with a bona fide, scaled marijuana economy. Public consumption esta prohibido. Persons 18 years and older can buy and possess cannabis. Switzerland.

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The Cannigma

MAY 16, 2025

There is a shift happening in this country, away from liberal policies, including drug policy reforms. This language is being re-ushered in by the new Administration and supported by the anti-cannabis members of Congress who are now chairing every committee in the House and Senate essential to advancing cannabis policy.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

That means markets like medical marijuana and the legal consumption of dagga will be allowed to boom with government support and approval. Ramaphosa told the chamber that small-scale farmers and independent cannabis manufacturers will soon receive guidelines on how they will be allowed to operate under a new, more relaxed environment: .

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2021

Legal cannabis consumption and it isn’t even legal yet. “A change in policy to open up this valuable market and allow production will enable UK businesses to make the most of this global opportunity.” Good to see the UK punching above its weight in something. Here we’re just talking about CBD. ” [link].

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In its Constituent Update, the FDA states broadly that the companies are selling CBD products “that people may confuse for traditional foods or beverages which may result in unintentional consumption or overconsumption of CBD.” [1]. Dykema will continue to monitor and provide updates on FDA’s policy and enforcement positions on these matters.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Update : Both bills are scheduled for a public hearing in the Joint Committee on Environment on 3/1. The measure would prohibit landlords from arbitrarily refusing to provide housing access to an individual based solely on their possession or consumption of medical cannabis. CT resident? MD resident? NH resident?

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Cannabis is a burgeoning market, but unfortunately, its illegality has resulted in detrimental damage to the environment. Through legalization, however, there are many ways that cannabis businesses can genuinely start to impact climate change and reduce our footprint on the environment. Doing Our Part to Reduce Water Dependency.

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NORML

MARCH 1, 2019

Update : The Environment and Agriculture Committee held a public hearing on HB 459 on 2/26/2019. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 639, to allow the social consumption of cannabis by adults in licensed and regulated establishments. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of social consumption sites. NH resident?

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Researchers have taken a big step in understanding the connection between using psychedelics and feeling connected to nature in a study published in the journal Drug Science, Policy, and Law on Oct. Using psychedelics could help people become more aware of their impact on the environment and push them to take steps to mitigate it.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 22, 2019

On April 22, 2019, United Nations-based cannabis correspondent and global drug policy analyst Sara Brittany Somerset took advantage of our collective national climate focus to address the “ cannabis carbon footprint ” issue with her pertinent Earth Day Begs The Question: Is Cannabis Farming Sustainable? Pesticide Issues.

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Packaging Seed-To-Sale Agriculture Environment 74

Veriheal

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

The ban aligns Hong Kong with the zero-tolerance drug policy of China. Going forward, possession or consumption of CBD will result in a minimum of 7 years in prison and $127,000 in fines. However, the process of converting CBD to THC is incredibly complicated and often requires a fully stocked laboratory environment.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

The second argument considers the voters’ intent when they passed Prop 64 and the public policy considerations connected to H&S 11362.45 Although the Perry court acknowledges that possession is not synonymous with consumption, they argue that possession is not unrelated to use. Considering the Voter’s Intent and Public Policy.

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Otherside Farms

MAY 17, 2019

Marijuana laws revolve around distribution, possession, cultivation, and consumption. Most of the policies are regulated by the United Nations Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. Although the use of cannabis for recreation is prohibited in most states, most have adopted a decriminalization policy.

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The Cannigma

MAY 24, 2023

The Middle Eastern country has a conservative social and cultural environment, which strongly opposes drug use, including cannabis. The country has a zero-tolerance policy towards cannabis, and its possession, sale, and consumption are considered criminal offenses. Is weed legal in Saudi Arabia?

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Veriheal

APRIL 24, 2023

According to an official DCC release, the main purpose of the $20 million grant program is to employ existing licensing and permitting practices for the establishment of cannabis retail licensing programs in various regions of California where consumption rates are high, but consumers are starved of legal retail options.

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Programs Retail Access Cultivation 95

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

Employers will need to move quickly to implement policies ?and workplace policies on marijuana use or who work while under the influence of cannabis.?. requirements and implement such policies with their employees promptly.?. or consumption of cannabis by an employee for twenty-four (24) hours prior to a work shift or ?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 15, 2022

The Office of Cannabis Policy last week announced the launch of an online portal Maine municipalities can use to obtain reimbursement for up to $20,000 of those costs. In June, the OCP released a report that showed 64% of cannabis accessed for consumption among past-month cannabis users in Maine is now coming from a regulated, legal source.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 25, 2021

From the coordinator they stated that there is a “problem of judicial, police and State policy .” Also to the Honorary Commission that monitors the cannabis policy, in the hands of that ministry. Cannabis growers denounced abuses and targeted the Government. We live in a government of appearances.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 24, 2022

FIHO also will work on environmental issues and represent the hemp industry before the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which is under the United Nations Environment Programme and the World Meteorological Organization. Policy and Regulation – Co chairs – Lorenza Romanese (EIHA) and Erica Stark (NHA). Challenges identified.

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Hemp Research and Development Environment Food 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 6, 2021

million workers and using their own public policy team to support the federal Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act of 2021, which would effectively legalize marijuana. Amazon’s recent policy change may sway other companies to support cannabis legalization in the U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

These results were driven by the strength of our portfolio, which benefited from the re-opening of the on-premise, sustained at-home consumption, and continued premiumization trends.” Brown-Forman has paid regular quarterly cash dividends for 77 consecutive years and has increased the regular dividend for 37 consecutive years.

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Supply Chain Business Retail Consumption 104

NORML

MAY 31, 2019

Governor Jared Polis (D) of Colorado signed multiple cannabis reform bills into law that regulate cannabis delivery services and social consumption spaces, and reduce criminal penalties for the possession of large quantities of cannabis. Update : S. NC resident? Click here to email your lawmakers in support of industrial hemp production.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

What to Expect at Ohio Medical Cannabis Dispensaries In Ohio medical cannabis dispensaries, patients can anticipate a welcoming and professional environment focused on holistic wellness. Dispensaries prioritize patient education, providing information on various strains, consumption methods, and dosage recommendations.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

Fortunately, none of the state laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on medical and/or recreational marijuana consumption require that an employer accommodate on-site medical or recreational marijuana use. Therefore, hotels may strictly prohibit an employee from working while high.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

Medicann is launching an observational study using RYAH Smart Dry Herb Inhalers in order to collect patient feedback on consumption of cannabis strains available on the Island, including strains supplied by Aurora Europe , a subsidiary of Canadian-headquartered Aurora Cannabis Inc., to reach 3.2 billion euros ($3.75 billion) by 2025.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

Cannabis growers of all sizes have been loyal users of Hawthorne brands and while some of them are thriving in this new legal environment, others are being left behind or even serving time. In addition to its public policy and advocacy efforts towards legalization, Hawthorne has committed $2.5 Doing the work. View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

Policy makers have a lot to consider. The current regime is blindsided by the societal stigma attached to cannabis that hurts the ability of businesses to bring their products to market There is a need for policy to account for- reducing consumption among risky communities, regulating marketing activities, and proactively educating consumers.

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Medicine Hemp Compliance Compliance 52

SpeedWeed

AUGUST 4, 2021

statutory and public policy requirements); 21 U.S.C. Officials from the PDDAP released a memo on June 2, 2021, warning that SAMHSA’s policy could put health funding at risk. In 2019, SAMHSA stated that it would not grant money to support opioid addition if cannabis consumption was involved. See, e.g., 45 C.F.R. Shutterstock.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Seasoned cannabis industry insiders believe Asia could be the world’s production and consumption hub with the potential to amass tens, if not hundreds of billions of dollars in revenue. If it doesn’t take the lead and proactively frame legislation and policies, it risks being left as revenue, jobs, and investments flow elsewhere.

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