Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 15, 2021

The California Legislature has passed a bill that will allow California consumers to purchase food, beverage, dietary supplements, and cosmetics manufactured with hemp-derived cannabinoids such as cannabidiol (CBD). Assembly Bill 45 (AB45), which is expected to be signed into law before Oct. Christian P. Take it up with Congress. .

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 1, 2021

The popularity of Delta-8-THC , a cannabis compound found in hemp and marijuana, has really taken off in the past year or so. Hemp stores and online retailers around the country are now offering a wide range of Delta-8 tinctures, vapes, and gummies that promise a legal, calming high that feels like a blend of CBD and traditional weed.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 24, 2019

Hemp CBD cookies, anyone? Our California hemp lawyers have been getting pummeled with questions about the legality of industrial hemp derived cannabidiol (“Hemp CBD”) ever since the 2018 Farm Bill was signed in January (and especially since our recent hemp and Hemp CBD webinar ).

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 19, 2020

To date, it’s truly been “buyer beware” outside of states putting together their own protocols on things like recalls, packaging and labeling safety standards, quality assurance reviews, and testing. CBD testing, packaging, and labeling is no consumer safety picnic either.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 11, 2021

In the past few months, the sales of Delta-8 THC products have exploded, representing the fastest growing segment of hemp-derived products. Similarly to CBD-infused products intended for human consumption, Delta-8 THC products fall under the jurisdiction of the Food and Drug Administration (the “FDA”). Federal Legal Framework.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. AZ resident? AZ resident?

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 13, 2019

Current federal law expressly allows for the distribution of hemp-derived CBD products that contain 0.3% The FDA has provided clarity that hulled hemp seed, hemp protein powder, and hemp seed oil can be legally used in foods. tetrahydrocannabidiol (THC) or less to be sold, with certain caveats.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 27, 2021

Delta-8 THC, aka delta-8, the intoxicating cannabinoid synthesized from hemp, is making waves across the United States, and especially in states where marijuana remains illegal. That’s because delta-8 is derived from federally legal hemp, which by law contains less than 0.3% delta-9 THC.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Cannabis consumption must occur in designated areas of the premises and each enclosed portion of the premises must meet specified ventilation requirements in addition to satisfying existing state and local building codes. Hemp has been the talk of the town and the 2019 Legislative Session alike. SB 639 AND HB 2233.

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The Joint Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

What is Delta 8 THC Delta-8 THC, also known as delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol, is a psychoactive cannabinoid derived from the Cannabis sativa plant, specifically from hemp. It has gained significant popularity across the United States due to its availability, even in states where marijuana is illegal. THC content.

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NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Activists in Oregon have filed a 2020 ballot initiative with the Secretary of State that, if approved, would allow social cannabis consumption sites and protect consumers from employment discrimination. Governor Ron DeSantis (R) of Florida signed legislation into law to restore patients’ right to smoke medical cannabis.

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The Joint Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2020

After the Agriculture Act of 2018 was reauthorized, hemp, a species of the cannabis plant, has been legalized on the federal level. With this, hemp byproducts also began to flood the market. This hemp oil extract comes in many forms. Is CBD Legal in the United States? Hemp Plant State Laws.

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Marijuana Seeds NL

APRIL 29, 2021

As processors began to manipulate and isolate hemp material, the minor cannabinoid became a common and abundant byproduct. The 2018 Farm Bill explicitly states that any plant byproducts are permissible to sell. An Interim Final Rule (IFR) document was published then, to update and verify hemp and cannabis language.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2022

FDA states it has serious safety concerns with delta-8 THC. FDA states it has received 104 reports of adverse events in patients who consumed delta-8 THC products between December 1, 2020 and February 28, 2022. FDA considers delta-8 THC to pose serious health and safety risks. meat, milk, and eggs).

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The first mentions of marijuana in the state date back to the 1850s when the New York Daily News published a letter labeling cannabis as “East-Indian hemp” that could be used as an effective antidote for the poison of rabies. The first person to investigate the purported effects of cannabis consumption was Fiorello H.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 23, 2019

It has been two years since California began licensing yet operators still struggle with compliance and are all still de facto, breaking one law or another. Meanwhile, the state was experiencing a severe bottleneck in its own licensing process. July 2019 – Hemp Cultivation Registration. .

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2019

She chose Koi’s products under the impression that they could help treat or mitigate her knee pain and that she would not fail her employer’s drug test because the cannabis company claimed and marketed its CBD products derived from hemp as being free from tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which has psychoactive properties.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The State Bill empowers the “ governing body of a local public health authority” to enact an ordinance enforcing enhanced standards regulating tobacco products and inhalant delivery systems for purposes related to public health and safety. “A A local public health authority” includes the governing body of a county. See, ORS 431.03).

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2022

The alleged violations involve “pervasive irregularities” that prevented regulators from evaluating whether products from the licensees’ cultivation facilities were properly tested for quality and safety, security camera outages that were not reported to regulators, and improper use of pesticides on their products.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

As always, we remain committed to ensuring that Québec benefits from the responsible production, sale and consumption of cannabis. ROSE LifeScience is committed to ensuring that Québec benefits from the responsible production, sale, and consumption of cannabis. About Rose LifeScience. Sunfarms, ROSE and Balanced Health?cannabis

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Seems like not a month goes by in California where the Assembly isn’t trying to pass a slew of cannabis bills to help regulate the state’s industry under the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”). In case you missed it, our hemp laws also got a tiny facelift.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2019

This week: The National Credit Union Administration affirms that credit unions may provide financial services to hemp businesses. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released new data indicating a substantial increase in the growth of US hemp production. Governor Ducey (R-AZ) opposes legalization.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Yet, in order to market a business’s commitment to consumer safety and environmental integrity, these values need to be communicated—but how?” There are three basic aspects to consider for sustainable cannabis growth: energy consumption, water usage , and waste management. Ways to Improve Sustainability in the Cannabis Industry?

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 9, 2021

Sales of delta-8 THC products pose a competitive threat to licensed and regulated cannabis manufacturers and retailers, because delta-8 makers don’t have to abide by the costly quality control and safety standards imposed upon licensed companies. But that doesn’t mean the public health risks expressed by licensed companies aren’t unfounded.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 11, 2019

2016’s Massive Step Forward with the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act. By 2016, Senate Bill 643 passed, which formed the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act. and 10% while State excise tax is set at 15%. These regulations later became the governing standard for California’s legislature, which started in 2018.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 24, 2019

Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, which would shield banks from federal prosecution as long as the cannabis businesses that they serve are compliant with the state laws where they operate. Farm Bill legalized hemp, which triggered a rash of hemp-derived CBD products for human consumption and chaos over their legal status.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

of the Health & Safety Code. And if there are foods or beverages in those bags that contain CBD, they also violate both state and federal laws according to the FDB and the FDA. s first cannabis-friendly social club. s first cannabis-friendly social club” offering VIP memberships in the goodie bags.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Plants with a level of THC content low enough that they are considered non-intoxicating—with the specific definitions varying depending on the jurisdiction—are classified as industrial hemp. Hemp’s fibers, seeds, and flowers can be used to make paper, textiles, construction materials, rope, hemp seeds and hemp seed oils, and much more.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The law took effect August 1, 2021. House Bill 1090 : State law previously permitted adults to legally possess up to one ounce of either marijuana flowers or concentrates for recreational purposes without penalty. The new law took effect July 1, 2021. The law took effect on July 1, 2021. EXPUNGEMENT. DRIVING/DUI.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 2, 2020

Application of the law is applied to persons who own, nurture, or distribute cannabis in enormous quantities. State Law The law on cannabis use varies from state-to-state and penalties differ depending on the gravity of the violation. Let us take a look at some California state laws.

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