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Meet New York’s Cannabis Director of Policy

Canna Law Blog

As part of New York Cannabis Control Board’s (CCB) meeting on August 15, 2022, the CCB proposed and approved John Kagia as the Office of Cannabis Management’s Director of Policy. From the OCM’s position posting , the Director of Policy’s duties will include (but will not be limited to!)

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WSU researchers team with Puyallup tribe on medicinal cannabis research

Cannabis Chronicles

SPOKANE — Researchers at Washington State University are teaming up with the Puyallup Tribe of Indians in an effort to chart the tribe’s outcomes prescribing medicinal marijuana to patients. This partnership with WSU and Qwibil will help us research the safety and efficacy of cannabis as medicine for our patients’ use.”.

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Policy Advisor (Legislative Assistant) County of San Diego CA

Cannabis Law Report

The Office of Vice Chair Nora Vargas, San Diego County Supervisor, District 1, is seeking an experienced Policy Advisor. The ideal candidate has an understanding and interest in politics, policy and advocacy on the local, state, and national level. Assist in the research, drafting, and creation of policies for the Supervisor.

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Researchers To Investigate Arkansas’ Medical Cannabis Program

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For the first time ever, researchers will conduct a comprehensive state population health analysis to understand the impact of medical cannabis on consumers’ healthcare —and it’s all happening in Arkansas. ACHI identifies itself as a sovereign health policy center that was formed in 1998. To fund the study, a $1.3

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NY Office of Cannabis Management – Director of Policy (Deputy Director, NS)

Cannabis Law Report

Director of Policy (Deputy Director, NS) #10901. The Policy Director will also oversee the development and implementation of the Office’s public health educational campaign as well as the monitoring, surveillance, and reporting on key metrics related to the impacts of cannabis legalization. Employment Type. Appointment.

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Will Prenatal Cannabis Use Cause Mental Delays on a Developing Brain?

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Whether or not cannabis use during pregnancy causes physical, cognitive, or mental impairments later in life has been something scientists and researchers have been investigating for decades. Unfortunately, much of the research conducted thus far have not shown the whole picture or clinical implications for children in real life.

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2021 Connecticut Tax Developments

Cannabis Law Report

Connecticut adopted a $46.4 billion budget for the two-year period that commenced July 1, 2021, reflecting a 2.6% spending increase for the first year and a 3.9%