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%. As we’ve previously discussed ( here and here ), this bill legalized CBD in food, beverages, cosmetics, dietary supplements and pet food in California. AB 45 also sets its sights on the future.

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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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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

The CAOA does not allow states to prohibit interstate transfer of lawful cannabis or cannabis products through its borders for lawful delivery into another state. The FDA is currently in an ongoing process evaluating the science and safety of CBD and hemp derivatives in order to determine potential regulatory pathways for hemp.

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Cannabis Chronicles

JUNE 27, 2019

In April, the council held a work session examining the public safety and health aspects of legal cannabis. The proposed changes to the code provide a definition of “marijuana.” They also reflect updates to state law, such as eliminating “collective gardens,” which were previously used for medical marijuana.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 3, 2019

In addition to the letters, the FDA published a revised Consumer Update detailing safety concerns about CBD products more broadly. As FDA Principal Deputy Commissioner Amy Abernathy remarked, the FDA will “take action as needed against companies that violate the law in ways that raise a variety of public health concerns.”

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

On September 11, 2019, the California Assembly approved SB-153 , a bill aimed at making significant changes to California’s hemp cultivation law. It is widely expected that the bill will be executed and become law. Here are some of SB-153’s important provisions: The bill adds a new definition of “industrial hemp”.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 24, 2019

A New Definition of “Industrial Hemp” Currently, the California Health and Safety Code defines “industrial hemp” as follows: “Industrial hemp” means a crop that is limited to types of the plant Cannabis sativa L. code relative to hemp use this definition. Below are some of the highlights of the bill.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 6, 2022

While law enforcement focuses on addressing illegal sales, this unscrupulous practice has pointed out a gap in existing law – the widespread online sale of packaging that leverages these famous brands.”. This change is critical because it closes a loophole in the existing language to address a critical health and safety issue.

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CannaMD

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

What law legalized medical marijuana in Florida? How does Florida law define medical marijuana? To fully understand this definition, you also need to know two other legal definitions: Medical marijuana treatment center. (And, if you still need your card at the end – we’ve got you covered there, too!).

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

The FDA also published a revised Consumer Update detailing safety concerns about CBD products more broadly. This includes ongoing work to obtain and evaluate information to address outstanding questions related to the safety of CBD products, while maintaining the agency’s rigorous public health standards.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 8, 2019

New Mexico is set to see some sweeping changes to its medical cannabis law. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed Senate Bill 406 into law which is the first major statutorial change to the Lynn and Erin Compassionate Use Act since it was enacted in 2007. Definitions. But, now those definitions are cemented in law.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2020

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has green-lighted the “suitability check” of an application from Czech-based phytocannabinoids maker CBDepot for synthetically manufactured Cannabidiol (CBD) as a Novel Food ingredient, the company announced. We imagine there’s a long haul before approval.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Last Thursday, a collation of twenty-six House members sent a letter to the FDA, urging the agency to develop a path for the lawful marketing of Hemp-CBD products. The spending reports mandates the FDA to clear a path for the lawful marketing of these products within 120 days. House of Representatives.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

In its petition, the NPA is asking the FDA to do one of three things : Determine that CBD is not excluded from the definition of dietary supplement under Section 21 U.S.C. § Exercise enforcement discretion review the safety data of a CBD dietary supplement consistent with the premarket safety review of a new dietary ingredient notification.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 26, 2021

This bill mandated that the Division of Criminal Justice in the Department of Public Safety conduct a study of the impacts of Amendment 64, particularly as these relate to law enforcement activities. This report seeks to establish and present the baseline measures for the metrics specified in S.B. 13-283 (C.R.S. FULL REPORT.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 28, 2021

Creates strong partnership in supporting the social justice initiatives in Vermont’s cannabis laws. The post SLANG Worldwide Creates Third Core Market with Signing of Definitive Merger Agreement to Acquire High Fidelity, Vermont’s Largest Vertically Integrated Operation appeared first on CannabisFN. Investors@SLANGww.com.

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The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

115-334, (Farm Bill) removed hemp from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act. We have had inquiries about whether the Department of Transportation-regulated safety-sensitive employees can use CBD products. In the new notice, DOT states: The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, Pub.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2021

This bill mandated that the Division of Criminal Justice in the Department of Public Safety conduct a study of the impacts of Amendment 64, particularly as these relate to law enforcement activities. This report seeks to establish and present the baseline measures for the metrics specified in S.B. 13-283 (C.R.S. FULL REPORT.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not eliminate employer liabilities. However, the law raised questions about new potential liabilities for Illinois employers. Governor Pritzker has not yet signed the bill into law.

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Project CBD

MARCH 8, 2019

Although the federal legality of these products has been a matter of debate, the 2018 Farm Bill signed into law last year officially took hemp and CBD from hemp off of the federal controlled substances list. In response, veterinarians and others concerned for patient safety promoted a change in state law. Related story.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

From its historical origins to the present day, you’ll explore how attitudes, laws, and scientific advancements have shaped its acceptance. However, disparities between state and federal laws pose challenges, creating a complex regulatory landscape.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

It threatens public safety, funds organized crime and poisons the environment for years to come.”. “All subjects were arrested and cited in the field for HS (California Health and Safety Code) 11358 — Cultivation of Marijuana.”. The City of Needles does allow for legal commercial marijuana operations. “City Ordinance No.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Earlier this month, California legislators passed a law, AB 45 , aimed at providing guardrails for an expanded consumer marketplace for products containing hemp and hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) in California. With the new law’s passage, many hemp-derived CBD products will be able to enter the market legally in California.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Acting in one fell swoop, on September 18, 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed 10 cannabis-related legislative bills into law. Senate Bill 1326 is the most widely recognized bill of the group, and authorizes the Governor the power to sign cannabis trade agreements with other states where cannabis is legal.

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The Blunt Truth

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Changes include new regulations regarding product samples, a change to the definition of cannabis business owners in the state and a loosening of rules around the sale of branded merchandise. Although many CBD products are available for pets, owners have questions about how to administer them and their overall safety.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 20, 2021

Court clarifies what it means for a job to be “safety-sensitive” under the statute. June 25, 2021), the court considered, among other issues, what it means for a position to be considered “safety-sensitive” and, thus, subject to a random drug test. In Dix, et al. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. The court agreed.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Under the law, Schedule I substances – by definition – meet three specific criteria: “A high potential for abuse,” “no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States,” and “a lack of accepted safety for use … under medical supervision.”).

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 20, 2022

The Laws and Regulations (L&R) Committee of NCWM develops “laws and regulations that range from the basic weights and measures law to specific laws and regulations for weighmasters, commodity regulations, price scanners, unit pricing, engine fuel and automotive lubricants and more.” Safety for inspectors.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 28, 2019

Guidelines will be coming soon from the OLCC which will clarify its definitions of “applicant” and “financial interest.” The OLCC acknowledges the confusion caused by the current definitions and the resulting uncertainty. A Food Safety license is required if you are making a hemp product for sale for human consumption.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

Consistent with the definition of “hemp” under the Agricultural Marketing Act, this exception would only apply to extracts from the plant Cannabis sativa L. The bill follows the passage of several state laws and the creation of state regulations permitting the sale and distribution of dietary supplements and foods that contain CBD.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

Under the law, any substance, including CBD, must meet specific safety standards to be lawfully marketed as a dietary supplement or food additive. Given the available evidence, it is not apparent how CBD products could meet safety standards for dietary supplements or food additives.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Earlier this month, Governor Pritzker signed into law SB 1557 , revising the Recreational Cannabis Law to expand permissible marijuana testing and related adverse action. While the original law amended the Privacy in the Workplace Act to permit discrimination claims founded on the use of “lawful products” (e.g.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 15, 2022

The Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA), among other things, consolidates the licensure and regulation of commercial medicinal and adult-use cannabis activities and requires the Department of Cannabis Control to administer its provisions. DIGEST KEY. 20210AB1656_99.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 28, 2022

In a letter led by the Consumer Brands Association that was sent to congressional lawmakers on Wednesday, more than a dozen companies and industry trade association associations said that misleading packaging of cannabis products that are modeled in the style of popular commercial items poses a public safety risk, particular for children.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The subcommittee shared key information on ASTM International’s cannabis efforts, including: the history and scope of the cannabis committee, committee organization and subcommittee structure, broad membership information, definitions of cannabis terms, published standards related to cannabis facilities, consumer safety, and more. .

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

AUGUST 5, 2020

The new law creates a regulatory scheme for industrial hemp that should allow Michigan to obtain approval from the United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) of its plan to administer an industrial hemp program under the 2018 Farm Bill. MCL 333.28103(l). But if IHRDA is repealed, then these rules would need to be amended.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2021

Court clarifies what it means for a job to be “safety-sensitive” under the statute. June 25, 2021), the court considered, among other issues, what it means for a position to be considered “safety-sensitive” and, thus, subject to a random drug test. In Dix, et al. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. The court agreed.

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