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

JANUARY 12, 2022

The Company expects this to drive significant incremental revenue growth at retail. This puts the business in a position to win with large retailers, and we expect this could open new retail opportunities,” Dr. Mitchell continued. HempFusion’s co-founder and Chief Executive Officer.

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NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Separate provisions in the bill exclude cannabidiol from the federal definition of marijuana, permit VA doctors to authorize medical cannabis access to qualified patients, and remove undue federal barriers to clinical trial research to better assess the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis. Pennsylvania. PA resident? VT resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Retail sales are expected to begin as early as December 1, 2022. The Cannabis Act allows employers to maintain and enforce a drug-free workplace policy that prohibits employees from using or possessing cannabis in the workplace and from being under the influence of cannabis while they are performing work, including remote work.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Legalization presents an opportunity to address historical injustices associated with cannabis prohibition, particularly concerning marginalized communities disproportionately affected by past enforcement policies. Moreover, legalization allows for better monitoring and targeted interventions to address potential health risks.

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CannaMD

MARCH 3, 2021

Law enforcement, policy makers, and public citizens have long debated how recreational marijuana legalization influences crime and public safety. Journal of Economic Analysis & Policy , and PLOS One – discovering a buffer effect and decreased crime rates. Most existing research focuses on crime in legalized states.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

Testing of cannabis seized from illicit retailers in B.C. My message to people who choose to consume cannabis is simple: buy from legal sellers whose regulated product is subject to national requirements that are in place to protect you,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “My

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 165, to establish a medical marijuana access program for qualified patients with a physician’s recommendation to access medical marijuana from licensed retail outlets. 4522 was approved by the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy on 3/9/20. Update : SB 165 was approved by the Senate on 3/12/20.

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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. At a more local level, city council members in Springfield, Illinois approved the state’s first marijuana consumption space. New Hampshire. NH resident?

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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. Assisting another person who is 21 years of age or older in any of the acts described in items (1) through (3).

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Canada specifically set it up this way under its Cannabis Act (which legalized cannabis in 2018) where provincial governments can decide to take on retail and distribution themselves or cede it to the private sector (or allow for both). cannabis market. However, it seems the U.S.

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NORML

APRIL 15, 2020

That is why, in the best interest of public health and safety, NORML is encouraging cannabis consumers not to congregate in groups either outdoors or indoors this 4/20. A complete guide to NORML’s ‘Responsible Consumer Safety Tips’ is online here. • Texas NORML’s 420 Stream-A-Thon (start time: 12:30PM CT).

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NORML

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

At the state level, activists in Florida and Missouri gathered in their state capitals along side state and local NORML chapters to lobby state lawmakers in favor of sensible marijuana policy reform. Legislation is pending, AB 286, to temporarily reduce tax rates imposed on the retail sale and commercial cultivation of cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

Employers are not prohibited from establishing or enforcing drug testing policies, including drug-free workplace policies, or requiring a worker to disclose that they are a medical marijuana card holder. New Mexico. Since June 29, 2021, adult recreational use of marijuana has been legal in New Mexico.

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United Patients Group

JANUARY 24, 2023

Potential patients and recommending medical professionals, on the other hand, have questions about the efficacy, safety, accessibility, and other features of cannabis, but they are unsure where to find the answers. Influences: The Statutes Consumption of cannabis is illegal in the United States.

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 24, 2021

Google announced in May, 2019 that they had updated their policy section of the Google to ban apps “that facilitate the sale of marijuana or maijruan products, regardless of legality.” Under the new Apple policy , an app must be submitted by a legal entity and geo-restricted to places where cannabis is legal. Learn More.

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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. Consumers will be permitted to bring into a cannabis lounge cannabis items purchased from an adjoining retailer.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

As Marijuana Business Daily noted in their overview of the successful initiatives, “as of June, only 168 of California’s 540 cities and counties allowed for any type of legal MJ retail operations, and many of those don’t allow adult-use retail, only medical.” In case you missed it, part one of this series is here. Oceanside: Measure M.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 6, 2021

In addition to the logistics and safety it provides, delivery offers a stress-free, convenient system that is here to stay. A rise in cannabis consumption and greater emphasis on managing health further highlight the impact of these challenging times. Also, edibles were the most popular form of consumption at 58 percent.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

She added, “Here, we are faced with the challenge of balancing public safety concerns like robberies, which the use of body cameras are intended to deter, with individual privacy.”. Policy changes include: New Licenses. Social Consumption Pilot Program. We depend on a good relationship with law enforcement. Hoffman said.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 21, 2022

Indeed, the conflicting patchwork of regulatory mandates and lack of enforcement interest materially contribute to uncertain pathways for legitimate businesses as well as perpetuating dangerous public safety issues. Remarkably, in certain cities like New York, unlicensed retail sales of marijuana products run rampant.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 28, 2019

The featured speakers included, Danica Hibpshman, OLCC Director of Licensing, Madeleine Cane, OLCC Marijuana Program Coordinator, Anthony Geltosky, OLCC’s only Packaging and Labeling Specialist, Sunny Summers, ODA Hemp Policy Coordinator, Marry Anne Cooper, Oregon Farm Bureau and Ken Helm, State Representative.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

At the time of writing, nineteen states, plus the District of Columbia and Guam, have also legalised recreational cannabis consumption. Safety-sensitive functions include, but are not limited to, driving a truck, operating a train or ferry, repairing transportation equipment, and working on pipelines.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Still before Governor Newsom for his signature is SB 1496 , which would implement a series of changes to the state’s cannabis tax policy, including authorizing regulators to extend the deadline for tax payments by cannabis businesses located in areas affected by an emergency proclamation by the Governor.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 16, 2020

Unfortunately, that does not mean that sellers of these types of products should just wing it, given the proliferation of CBD online and in retail stores. These guidelines are about as robust as can be, and any retailer would be taking a huge risk by selling products that do not align with Shopify’s guidelines.

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The Joint Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

House Bill 481 was passed last week by the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee in a 10 to 9 vote. Anyone 21 and older – even those who live outside or New Hampshire – would be allowed to purchase from marijuana retail outlets. Public consumption would be banned and subject to a $100 fine on first offense.

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CannaMD

APRIL 15, 2020

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) has issued marijuana policy guidance for lawmakers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, along with a statement regarding the designation of medical cannabis facilities as “essential.” NORML: COVID-19 Memo to Lawmakers.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 1, 2022

The federal government continues to categorize marijuana as a schedule 1 drug, despite the protests of policy experts, medical professionals, and determined campaigners. In these states, marijuana can be purchased from a dispensary with a valid state-issued card, albeit not all of them have retail outlets yet.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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The Joint Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Bell, general counsel for the Marijuana Policy Project. “Arresting adult cannabis consumers is a massive waste of law enforcement officials’ time and resources, and it does nothing to improve public health or safety. New Jersey is one step closer to replacing marijuana prohibition with sensible regulation”, says Kate M.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Observations from the Field: Discounting Product Between Processors an Retailers. You can read more about product packaging and labeling requirements on the Understanding Board Interim Policies for Packaging and Labeling section of the LCB website. Did You Know… Trending Now: Use of Personal Funds and Ownership Changes.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

AUGUST 21, 2019

Panels in the afternoon session included USDA and FDA representatives discussing the challenges with drafting hemp cultivation and CBD regulations, a panel focused on the current regulatory enforcement of the FDA, and a final panel aimed at discussing hemp-derived CBD supplements from the perspective of retailers.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 22, 2021

RELATED: A Snapshot of Nevada’s Cannabis Retail Market: Q&A with the Nevada Dispensary Association. The NDA launched roughly five years ago as an advocacy and trade association for the retail segment of the market but has recently expanded to include cannabis cultivators and distributors. They’re flexible and ready to pivot.”.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 3, 2021

They’re not considering access or safety or helping parents keep it away from kids or education. If I bought my own edibles at a retail shop, it would cost me $300 to get high. Health Canada ultimately wants to reduce accidental consumption. Some are more scrupulous than others. Their main motivation is money,” she says.

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WeedAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

Unsurprisingly, many legislators call for tight government control over cannabis sales for both safety and to avoid youth access: “Gil Kerlikowske, a former director of the United States Office of National Drug Control Policy, said that legalization must be backed by ‘robust regulation’ to ensure that minors don’t have access to the drug.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 25, 2022

AK Futures LLC, an e-cigarette and vaping product producer and distributor, filed suit against Boyd Street Distro, LLC, a Los Angeles based retailer and wholesaler, for trademark infringement. The ruling also comes down as federal agencies have raised concerns about delta-8’s safety and efficacy. WRITTEN BY: Goodwin. Jennifer Fisher.

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