NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

Don’t forget to sign up for our email list, and we will keep you posted as these bills and more move through your home state legislature and U.S. doctors to fill out the state-legal medical marijuana recommendations. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of medical marijuana access. Your Highness, Carly.

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NORML

MAY 3, 2019

Governor Larry Hogan (R) of Maryland also signed industrial hemp production legislation into law. At a more local level, members of Las Vegas, Nevada’s city council approved legislation to allow cannabis consumption lounges. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of social consumption sites. Your Highness, Carly.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 2, 2019

Under this bill, dispensaries would be able to apply for a tasting room license similar to the one used for breweries in this state, while businesses such as hotels, restaurants, music venues, art galleries and yoga studios could apply for private consumption licenses and limited pot sales. Read their full report at [link].

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The Blunt Truth

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. The DEA would like to increase the production quota for marijuana used for research. In case you’re wondering where adult-use marijuana stands, the state Supreme Court has yet to issue a ruling in the legal challenge.

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NORML

APRIL 5, 2019

Governors Doug Burgum (R) of North Dakota and Henry McMaster (R) of South Carolina signed industrial hemp production legislation into law. Six municipalities in Wisconsin voted on non-binding marijuana related ballot questions, with 5 out of 6 passing. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 661, to amend marijuana possession penalties.

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NORML

APRIL 26, 2019

Maine regulators are finally moving forward with draft regulations to implement the state’s 2016 voter-approved initiative legalizing the commercial production and retail sale of marijuana. Nassau County, New York voted to prohibit retail cannabis sales in the county once it becomes legal in New York state.

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SpeedWeed

JUNE 13, 2021

Legalizing cannabis in Nevada back in 2017 instantly posed an issue to the state’s tourism industry: While visitors could legally buy weed, but due to regulations limiting consumption to private residences, tourists usually don’t have places to legally get high. All of that is about to change, however. View original article.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

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. A Georgia bill to reduce marijuana possession penalties was defeated in a senate committee this week.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 6, 2021

Cannabis consumption restrictions pose a significant problem that has plagued the growth of cannabis markets in the United States, but it’s a problem that is slowly being solved as more states introduce onsite cannabis consumption licenses. . The Cannabis Consumption Problem.

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NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. State Senators Daylin Leach (D) and Sharif Street (D), as well as Rep. PA resident?

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NORML

APRIL 20, 2019

At a more local level, The city commissioners of Daytona Beach voted to decriminalize up to 20 grams of marijuana possession. Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state. Your Highness, Carly. Actions to Take. CA resident? CA resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 21, 2019

In this article I’m going to update you on the legal status of CBD , and only CBD, in the United States. I will not cover the legal status of marijuana or any other substance. Unlike marijuana which contains large quantities of the cannabinoid THC that is responsible for making you feel high, CBD will not make you high.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly has been working on a marijuana legalization bill this session. The Senate Bill would protect employer rights to ban marijuana and discipline employees for use. Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational marijuana. Bills are pending in the House and Senate.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

YPSILANTI, MI – An attempt to ban marijuana consumption facilities in Ypsilanti was shot down at City Council on Tuesday night. Ypsilanti’s recently approved recreational marijuana regulations included a line that permits the businesses, where customers 21 and older can consume cannabis products onsite.

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NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Another great way to stay up to date is Marijuana Moment’s daily newsletter, which you can subscribe to HERE. The Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act, to remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act and to provide funding for the expungement of criminal records for those with past marijuana convictions.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Employers are grappling with the wave of marijuana laws sweeping the nation, some of which provide very employee-friendly protections. Here Are The Problems: Marijuana causes impairment to people who ingest it. Actually, the psychoactive component of marijuana, THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), is what really causes impairment.

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Veriheal

MARCH 1, 2021

It may be tempting to drive across neighboring state lines with more cannabis-friendly laws. However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. . The following states currently have medical marijuana programs: Alaska.

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

This week, officials with the Alaska’s Marijuana Control Board issued their first-ever permits to retailers who wish to allow customers to consume cannabis on the premises. Missouri state regulators began issuing the first of nearly 200 licenses to medical cannabis providers. Your Highness, Carly. Actions to Take. GA resident?

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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. New Jersey lawmakers have come to an agreement with Governor Murphy regarding retail marijuana tax rates, settling on charging sales tax by weight as opposed to a specific percentage.

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Inmates in prison are not allowed to possess recreational marijuana while incarcerated, according to a new ruling by the California Supreme Court. Raybon , involves five inmates in a California state prison who were convicted on felony charges after being found with marijuana in their cells. The case, California v.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Connecticut has become the 19 th state to legalize recreational marijuana use by adults. The drug testing provisions of the law do not apply to employers who are required to conduct drug testing pursuant to: (1) U.S. Connecticut will permit individuals 21 years of age and older to possess and use recreational cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Marijuana has been a long-standing subject of controversy in the U.S Even though 47 states have legalized cannabis for some forms of medical use , New York significantly falls behind its neighbors in terms of marijuana legislation. History of Marijuana Legislation in New York. Marijuana legislation main driving forces.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

2019 was a record year for marijuana reform, with more NORML chapters holding lobby days than ever before. With the 2020 legislative session already in full swing in many states, NORML chapters across the country are organizing lobby days to advocate for sensible reform policies in their state. Meetings will begin at 9am.

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Canna Care Docs

JULY 25, 2023

Although recreational cannabis remains illegal in West Virginia, residents living with certain medical conditions may qualify for a medical marijuana card. Since 2017, West Virginia joined the majority of states in legalizing medical cannabis. What are the medical cannabis laws in West Virginia?

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Veriheal

JUNE 16, 2021

A lot of people prefer a responsible combination of drinking and cannabis consumption. Since society has been conditioned to consider marijuana an illicit drug, individuals end up opting for drinking and taking prescription drugs to deal with stress, ultimately risking the destruction of their health. This type of thinking baffles me.

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Connor & Connor PLLC

MAY 11, 2018

There are generally a couple of routes marijuana establishments take to getting insured; owners may use insurance companies that specifically cater to the cannabis industry or, alternatively, they may secure insurance through more traditional insurers willing to carry the risk. Popular Marijuana Insurance Companies.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2021

“…The Board notes that it does not take a position on whether using marijuana is a good thing or a bad thing. The voters have spoken and legalized it in the State of California. The board further acknowledged that Harper’s behavior was “no different from the personal consumption of wine, beer, or other alcoholic beverages.”. “It

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NORML

JUNE 28, 2019

New Mexico’s new decriminalization law takes effect this coming Monday July 1. At a more local level, the metro council of Louisville, Kentucky approved an ordinance making low-level marijuana possession the lowest law enforcement priority. California. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of expungement expansion.

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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. Does the health care facility need to verify its integrity and, if so, how is that done?

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2021

“…The Board notes that it does not take a position on whether using marijuana is a good thing or a bad thing. The voters have spoken and legalized it in the State of California. The board further acknowledged that Harper’s behavior was “no different from the personal consumption of wine, beer, or other alcoholic beverages.”. “It

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

The legalization of medical marijuana use in 33 states and recreational marijuana use in 11 states has led to hazy implications for the hospitality industry. Many employers are unsure of their rights when it comes to limiting and/or prohibiting employee marijuana use. 3) No requirement one way or the other.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

MARCH 9, 2022

If you’re a marijuana user and a parent, you likely want to understand how smoking weed will affect any parental rights and responsibilities, as well as the social stigma that may come with being a parent who is open about it. Keep an eye out for any changes to the laws when it comes to weed, as they will likely affect you and your parenting.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

November 3 is a date that will go down in history for those who fought for recreational marijuana in the state of Arizona. On this date, Proposition 207 was approved , which legalized the use of recreational marijuana. However, while legal now, several regulations apply to the sale, purchase, and consumption of marijuana.

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NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Additionally, Representatives Charlie Crist (D-FL) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced The Fairness in Federal Drug Testing Under State Laws Act to explicitly bar federal agencies from discriminating against workers solely because of their status as a cannabis consumer, or due to testing positive for marijuana use on a workplace drug test.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 9, 2024

West Virginia’s medical marijuana program was established to provide patients with qualifying medical conditions access to medical cannabis as an alternative treatment option. The program was enacted into law in April 2017 with the passage of the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act. Let’s get into the details of the process.

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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. Your Highness, Carly. Actions to Take. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

At least two of Rockland County’s five towns are taking steps to opt out of the recently-passed New York State law that allows the operation of marijuana retail dispensaries and cannabis lounges. Towns must pass laws before the Dec. State regulators still need to write the rules for how marijuana can be legally sold.

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