Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Planet 13 today announced a definitive agreement with a subsidiary of Harvest Health and Recreation that will see the Las Vegas-based vertically integrated SuperStore retailer moving into Florida. We have a successful track record of completing large retail and cultivation buildouts on time and on budget. Here’s the blurb.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. To legally grow hemp, a cultivator must apply with KDA.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2022

While the regulations were passed with little to no changes from the proposed regulations, notably, the definition of a qualifying “justice-involved” individual is also being expanded to include people who were arrested for marijuana but convicted for a lesser offense.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

On October 12, 2019, Governor Newsom announced that he had signed SB-153 , a bill aimed at making significant changes to California’s hemp cultivation law. As I’ve written before , the bill is a major change for California hemp laws for the following reasons: The bill adds a new definition of “industrial hemp”.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“2018 Farm Bill”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Minnesota’s primary Hemp-CBD law is SB-12. California). California).

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Key members of the New York Assembly and Senate recently filed bills that would provide provisional marijuana cultivator and processor licenses for existing hemp businesses that take certain steps to promote equity in the emerging industry. Marijuana Moment reports.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 14, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Hemp Cultivation. 64”) was passed.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 28, 2019

Hemp Crop Report Documenting Industrial Hemp Cultivation and State Legislation in the U.S. We’ve seen hemp cultivation significantly expand in the U.S. in 2018, with over triple the number of acres planted in hemp compared to last year and the addition of 4 more states with hemp programs,” said Eric Steenstra, President of Vote Hemp.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2022

To summarize my earlier post, the state will allow cultivators to apply for larger licenses than were previously available. It expanded the definitions here by saying that any person that holds an ownership or financial interest in a large license cannot hold a prohibited license type. The new DCC rules and large licensing.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Mississippi’s hemp program is really non-existent at this point.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

The Medical Program Expansion Continues. The OCM expanded the medical cannabis program to allow doctors greater discretion in certifying patients for medical marijuana. Look out for our deep dive into the implications of the expanded medical program. Stay tuned for our forthcoming deep dive into the expanded medical program!

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We are helping build out another cannabis banking program here in Oregon. The lone federal definition we have is from a 2018 Small Business Administration (“SBA”) Policy Notice, as revised , which categorizes MRBs as “direct marijuana businesses”, “indirect marijuana businesses”, and “hemp-related businesses.”

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SpeedWeed

MAY 24, 2021

On Raw Garden’s website, as of May 2021, the Santa Barbara-based cannabis cultivation business lists “839 strains and counting,” each one an example of the breeding program at the heart of the garden. The post CULTA Launches Maryland’s First Cannabis Tissue Culture Program appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

MAUCRSA mandates that a “cultivation tax” be applied on all “harvested cannabis that enters the commercial market upon all cultivators.” Cultivation taxes on “fresh cannabis plant” by weight also got added along the way. As of 2022, cultivation tax rates increased to $10.08

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 24, 2022

Cultivation of more than four plants is also an automatic felony, facing at least 46 months of jail time and fines of $300,000 – $500,000. If you possess paraphernalia to “cultivate five plants or more” you’ll face a felony charge with jail time and a $100,000 fine. Kansas medical marijuana program. Cannabis in Kansas.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 25, 2020

The Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) in the City of Los Angeles is making a big push for a comprehensive overhaul of certain parts of the City’s cannabis licensing protocols and its Social Equity Program. Regulatory Definitions. The long and the short of it is that L.A. Undue Concentration. License Limits. acres City-wide.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 11, 2022

However, instead of taking delivery of what is described on Amazon as “the definitive guide to medical marijuana cultivation and consumption”, he was served a notice by the ABF informing him it had been seized in Victoria as it was classified as ‘objectionable goods’ under the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 ( 2018 Farm Bill ) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 4, 2022

Over $140 Million in Revenue Expected Over the First Three Years of Cultivation and Over $400 Million in Total Revenue Projected for the 10-Year Term of the Agreement. Expands Agrify’s Footprint to Lucrative and Fast-Growing Florida Cannabis Market. BILLERICA, Mass., BILLERICA, Mass.,

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

It also amends the definition of Industrial Hemp to include cannabis plants and ANY part of that plant with THC concentration of no more than 0.3%. March 31, 2022 : deadline for the submission of applications to be considered for provisional licenses, with the exception of certain cultivation license applicants and local equity applicants.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 8, 2020

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 ( 2018 Farm Bill ) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Today we turn to Pennsylvania.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2022

Previously, a three-judge panel for the court affirmed that an insurance company fit the definition of “victim” in a case where the defendant caused damage to a vehicle while committing a theft. Rather, the department collects them to fund and administer government programs. The defendants disagreed.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

Existing law governs the cultivation of industrial hemp in this state and establishes a registration program administered by county agricultural commissioners and the Department of Food and Agriculture for growers of industrial hemp, hemp breeders, and established agricultural research institutions, as defined. DIGEST KEY.

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The Cannigma

JANUARY 18, 2021

And given the remote locations of most cultivation operations, any budding trimmer must be comfortable with an all-inclusive, isolated work environment. After considering the dull, dirty, and dangerous dilemma cannabis cultivators face, Gowa and his team at Bloom have developed their own sci-fi solution: robotic marijuana trimmers. “We

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 9, 2023

Provides that the Commission may suspend or revoke the license of, or impose other penalties upon, dispensing organizations, cultivation centers, craft growers, infuser organizations, transporting organizations, laboratories, and their principal officers, agents-in-charge, and agents for violations of the Act or any rules adopted under the Act.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2019

With that primer, it becomes imperative to understand the definition of hemp under the 2014 Farm Bill. State industrial hemp research programs authorized under the 2014 Farm Bill used similar wording for establishing state definitions of industrial hemp. percent on a dry weight basis.”

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2022

The statute: Legalizes possession of small amounts of marijuana and cultivation of up to three mature and three immature cannabis plants per dwelling for personal use. New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation creating a Conditional Adult-use Cannabis Cultivator License. MDARD will continue to regulate hemp cultivation.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2021

In April, Jushi announced that it signed a definitive agreement to acquire OhiGrow, LLC (one of 34 licensed cultivators in Ohio) (“OhiGrow”). As of June 22, 2021, the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program reported over 207,000 registered medical patients and 666 certified participating physicians as of June 9, 2021.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 25, 2023

Funds in excess of the direct and indirect costs associated with the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this Act shall be used to fund crime prevention programs.”

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The new law specifically includes Delta-8 within its definition of “THC,” a definition that turns on whether a cannabinoid is intoxicating. State regulators may include or exclude cannabinoids in the definition of “THC” when regulators determine that such cannabinoids cause or do not cause intoxication.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

MAUCRSA mandates that a “cultivation tax” be applied on all “harvested cannabis that enters the commercial market upon all cultivators.” Cultivation taxes on “fresh cannabis plant” by weight also got added along the way. As of 2022, cultivation tax rates increased to $10.08 CALIFORNIA CANNABIS INFLATION. So, stay tuned.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Various approaches, from strict medical programs to comprehensive recreational markets, highlight the diverse strategies adopted by states. Conversely, some states opted for more conservative medical-only programs, tightly regulating patient access and product availability.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 29, 2022

For the past two months, the New York Cannabis Control Board (the “CCB”) and the Office of Cannabis Management (the “OCM”) have been busy implementing the State’s Cannabinoid Hemp Program (the “ Program ”). In October 2021 , the OCM took over the Program, which was originally overseen by the Department of Health (the “DOH”).

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 6, 2023

Under state law, CDTFA collected both a cultivation tax and an excise tax. These taxes were not collected from cultivators and retailers as one would expect, but instead from middle-men distributors, making collection and reporting a huge mess. Essentially, the cultivation tax was wiped off the books starting July 1, 2022.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2021

During the CCB meeting, Chairwoman Tremaine Wright definitively stated that all such activities are illegal and will be subject to “severe financial penalties” in the event operations continue. Release of Medical Cannabis Home Cultivation Regulations. Update on Criminal Record Expungement.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 4, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. percent on a dry weight basis.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 23, 2023

To close the prior loophole, the Budget also definitively states that a license application may be refused to anyone who has possessed or knowingly distributed illicit cannabis. Presumably this only refers to those unlicensed shops, because such a refusal would negate the Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary program.

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