The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Indeed, on February 18, 2020, the United States Department of Transportation published a bulletin addressing “ DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance Notice ,” which follows previous notices it had released regarding its position on medical marijuana. In the new notice, DOT states: The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, Pub.

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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. This tension in laws is also present in the issue of marijuana use by patients in hospital settings.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Kind words for Regulating Cannabis … “This book clearly demonstrates authority in the field of international drug policy and draws predominantly on the latest evidence in doing so. It is a substantial contribution to an emerging policy issue with a plethora of new knowledge displayed throughout. Vendula Belackova, PhD.

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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. The Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (410 ILCS 705) (the “Legalization Act”) legalizes recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

As we entered 2020, twelve states had legalized adult-use, recreational marijuana. And these trends can be validated and documented, but only when one has insight, a decade of commercial cannabis experience, and industry context. The 2010s were a big decade for cannabis. What are these trends? One is lawsuits concerning licenses.

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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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The Blunt Truth

MAY 6, 2021

This is true even though California has legalized marijuana for both recreational and medical purposes. Critically, Plaintiff did not provide any other details or documents — such as a doctor’s note or medical records — to substantiate the nature of his condition or explain any limitations on his ability to perform his job.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 5, 2022

As expected, residents of Minnesota—where a majority of registered voters support recreational cannabis legalization—are flocking to storefronts that sell these new intoxicating products to the point that businesses are struggling to keep up with demand. ” The bill also restricts breastfeeding women from purchasing medical cannabis.

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The Cannigma

AUGUST 31, 2021

Carried out in May and April, the survey polled 167 cannabis users – half male and half female – to gauge their thoughts and behaviors regarding medical and recreational cannabis. A nationwide survey carried out in 2017 found that only 9% of medical schools have medical marijuana documented in their curriculum, and that 66.7%

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 8, 2020

As employers are becoming increasingly concerned about marijuana use in states with recreational or medical marijuana laws, the decision serves as a reminder to employers to develop a process for making and defending a reasonable suspicion determination (including manager and supervisor training and objective and clear documentation).

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 25, 2021

Employers are encouraged to review the legal conditions of all three acts laws cited in this article to ensure alignment with internal policies regarding drug screening. Source: [link].

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Marijuana use in the United States is increasing as more states legalize its medical and recreational use. Develop a comprehensive marijuana policy that accounts for current laws in each state where your company operates. A zero-tolerance policy for marijuana may not be possible, depending on your state’s laws. The Bottom Line.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2019

Pritzker is expected to sign a comprehensive recreational cannabis bill. Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational cannabis. In states that legalize recreational cannabis, employers and drug testing services have seen significant increases in positivity rates for cannabis metabolites.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

“We are delighted to be expanding our Craft Cannabis Collection in the Province of Ontario – Canada’s largest and fastest growing recreational cannabis market,” stated Sugarbud’s CEO, John Kondrosky. About Sugarbud. We Take Pride. We Take Our Time…………. Experience the Difference. CONTACTS: John Kondrosky.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 20, 2021

The decisions serve as important reminders to employers to ensure their drug testing policies and practices can withstand scrutiny in any jurisdiction. States are enacting recreational and medical marijuana laws at an increasing pace. Iowa’s drug testing statute. Considerations.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 29, 2019

You won’t find any of this spelled out in the rules; it’s OLCC policy mostly.) Delivery Documentation. A Retailer must create a manifest in CTS for each delivery or series of deliveries and must document and retain certain information pertaining to the order and the requester. Delivery Requirements.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 4, 2019

The product of months of policy discussions and hearings, the new draft regulations for the medical marijuana world as well as the adult-use or recreational industry will be open for public input until Aug. Copies of the filings are available for download at MassCannabisControl.com/Documents/. Health Policy Commission.

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CannaMD

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In August of 2020, the American Heart Association (AHA) released a position paper titled “Medical Marijuana, Recreational Cannabis, and Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association.” Thirdly, the statement notes that there are currently no “well documented” cardiovascular benefits of cannabis.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

We’re encouraged that SB711 has been advanced by the Judiciary Committee,” said DeVaughn Ward , who serves as senior legislative counsel for the Marijuana Policy Project. In regards to recreational cannabis, 18 states have enacted legalization. . This a crucial hurdle that has been cleared on the road to full passage”. With more U.S.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2019

” Washington marijuana licensees, in this writer’s opinion, face the strictest, most punitive regulatory regime in any state that allows recreational marijuana. The LCB also adopted an interim policy that lets TPI’s infuse their businesses with cash upon submitting an application to add funds. Employee violations.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 13, 2019

CA DOJ Medical Cannabis Rule Summary -The 16-page document from Attorney General Xavier Becerra’s office is “a good, solid first step” for enforcement, Kazan said. California has no uniform marijuana policy despite voter-approved initiatives that have legalized medicinal and recreational cannabis.

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Connor & Connor PLLC

JANUARY 31, 2019

There are currently 10 states that have legalized the recreational use of marijuana, while 33 states have legalized the medical use of marijuana in varying forms. Effectively, the NFL is saying that their “workers”, the players, are unable to participate in a state legal activity, no matter the reason, due to their stringent drug policies.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 29, 2019

Last Thursday, in one of the few (to our knowledge) contested cases heard by the OLCC concerning cannabis, the OLCC accepted unanimously the findings of a state Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) and denied an application for a recreational marijuana producer license. New Settlement Policies? You can read the press release here.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 5, 2022

For example, although the Department developed a Department-wide policy for establishing user fees, including medical marijuana registry identification card fees, the Department has not yet completed a documented analysis of its Program costs. Full Report. 19-107_36-Mth_Followup. Marijuana Moment Comentary Article.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 7, 2021

Israel also announced plans to legalize recreational cannabis in late 2020, which will further drive demand for high-quality cannabis products. From this campus, Flowr produces recreational and medicinal products. Brightfield estimates the market will generate over U.S.$130 130 million in 2021 and reach over U.S.$230 d/b/a “ JWC ”).

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The Cannigma

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

The Minority Cannabis Business Association (MCBA) recently released the first National Cannabis Equity Report , a 39-page document that explores the social equity programs within the 36 states that have legalized medicinal or recreational cannabis. Thirteen of these are in recreational states and two in medicinal states.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 4, 2019

According to National Party of New Zealand, the four options for the proposed 2020 referendum are: • A general question consistent with the undertaking in the Confidence and Supply agreement: “Do you support legalising the personal use of recreational cannabis?”

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 20, 2021

The policy has even affected staffers whose marijuana use was exclusive to one of the 14 states—and the District of Columbia—where cannabis is legal. The policy has even affected staffers whose marijuana use was exclusive to one of the 14 states—and the District of Columbia—where cannabis is legal. View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 21, 2021

The bulletin, “Marijuana Driving: How to Keep Your Fleet’s Drivers Safe,” recognizes that marijuana use is on the rise due to the explosion of medical and recreational marijuana laws passed in most states. Consult with counsel experienced with state marijuana laws in developing a new or revising an existing drug policy.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2021

The decisions serve as important reminders to employers to ensure their drug testing policies and practices can withstand scrutiny in any jurisdiction. States are enacting recreational and medical marijuana laws at an increasing pace. Iowa’s drug testing statute. Considerations. Jennifer L.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 31, 2020

In Part 1 of this two-part series we discussed the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board’s (“LCB”) proposed rules stemming from SB 5318, which passed last year and forced the LCB to transition from an enforcement-first policy to a compliance-first policy when handling violations.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Employers have the right to enforce drug-free workplace policies and may choose to terminate or discipline employees who test positive for marijuana, even if it’s for medical purposes. Employers have the responsibility to maintain a safe work environment and enforce drug-free workplace policies.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

Cannabis banking options are still quite limited for marijuana entrepreneurs, despite 36 states legalizing medical marijuana and 17 states permitting recreational adult use, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. And be ready to do your due diligence by producing all the necessary documents. Finder.com write.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

Seyfarth Synopsis : Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. Now is no different. Jennifer Mora. Connecticut. New Mexico.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2019

I’ve been suspicious the last few months that the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) is starting to set a zero tolerance policy for marijuana rule violations. As I’ve previously written, the OLCC settlement policies seemed to shift last September. Unfortunately, the extrinsic evidence seems to be proving my suspicions.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 1, 2019

A prime example at the state level is the recreational marijuana industry, where participants must first resolve issues through the governing regulatory body (e.g. Plaintiffs document that the average delay in deciding petitions to reclassify drugs under the CSA is approximately nine years. ” This is strong language.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Implementing this law and the need for other changes resulted in the OLCC conducting a state-wide listening tour and forming committees to consider changes to Division 25 – the administrative rules governing recreational marijuana in the State of Oregon. If you’d like to listen to the nearly 3-hour RAC, you can find the audio recording here.

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