Wed.Dec 09, 2020

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House Passes Bipartisan Bill Facilitating Clinical Cannabis Research, Allowing Scientists to Access State-Approved Marijuana Products

NORML

“These common-sense regulatory changes are necessary and long overdue. The reality that most high-schoolers have easier access to cannabis than do our nation’s top scientists is the height of absurdity and an indictment of the current system.”. The post House Passes Bipartisan Bill Facilitating Clinical Cannabis Research, Allowing Scientists to Access State-Approved Marijuana Products appeared first on NORML.

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South Dakota cops using taxpayer money in longshot bid to kill marijuana legalization

Leafly

South Dakotans overwhelmingly approved legalization measures on Nov. 3. But the head of the state police is trying to undermine the vote. The post South Dakota cops using taxpayer money in longshot bid to kill marijuana legalization appeared first on Leafly.

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Understanding the American Heart Association’s Statement on Marijuana

CannaMD

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.” This comprehensive document includes both a general summary of current research on cannabis use and more specific findings on its role in cardiovascular health and health risks.

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How a 6-foot-8 steel-town mayor became 2020’s unlikely legalization rock star

Leafly

Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman makes no apologies for his outspoken views—or his marijuana flag. The post How a 6-foot-8 steel-town mayor became 2020’s unlikely legalization rock star appeared first on Leafly.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Stockton University is cosponsoring a career fair in the cannabis industry

Cannabis Law Report

Stockton University in New Jersey is cosponsoring a virtual career fair this week that will offer students opportunities in the cannabis industry. Reports the Philadelphia … Read More. The post Stockton University is cosponsoring a career fair in the cannabis industry first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Drummond Woodsum Welcomes Cassidy Neal to its Growing Regulated Substances Practice

Cannabis Law Report

They write. Drummond Woodsum is pleased to announce that Cassidy Neal has joined the firm’s growing Regulated Substances practice. Cassidy is an experienced attorney who … Read More. The post Drummond Woodsum Welcomes Cassidy Neal to its Growing Regulated Substances Practice first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Why Didn’t San Francisco Include Cannabis in a Recent Apartment Smoking Ban?

Veriheal

It’s illegal to smoke tobacco in most shared spaces these days. Restaurants have banned it. Airplanes put the kibosh on it a long time ago. Many hotels have done away with smoking rooms in favor of making the entire facility smoke-free—though you can still find a smoking room in some parts of the country. The reason for this is pretty straightforward.

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USA: The Psychedelic Movement Spreads its Spores to the Sunshine State

Cannabis Law Report

As dozens of groups spread across the country with the purpose of decriminalizing entheogenic plants and fungi, a new group has emerged in Florida, Mr. … Read More. The post USA: The Psychedelic Movement Spreads its Spores to the Sunshine State first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Recreational Cannabis is Legal in Australia’s Capital Territory

Leafwell

Recreational cannabis has been legal in the Australian Capital Territory, which contains Canberra, the capital city of Australia since Friday, January 31, 2020. This is the first state in Australia to legalize recreational cannabis, a major step for a nation that has allowed for medical cannabis for years now, but many Australian cannabis advocates argue it simply isn’t enough.

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New Title: Green II: Spreading Like Kudzu Series: Cannabis Über Alles, Book 2 By Marguerite Arnold

Cannabis Law Report

Green II: Spreading Like Kudzu, is the inside story of the first ever German cannabis cultivation bid. Set against a socio-economic backdrop globally of massive … Read More. The post New Title: Green II: Spreading Like Kudzu Series: Cannabis Über Alles, Book 2 By Marguerite Arnold first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Navigating the Medical Marijuana Process Q&A with Samuel Adetunji, Co-Founder of Veriheal

The Joint Blog

Thejointblog.com had the privilege interviewing Samuel Adetunji, the co-founder of Veriheal, a healthcare technology company with a mission to provide personalized cannabis education and wellness to everyone around the world. He provided us some great insights for those looking to leverage marijuana for medical purposes. Can you explain the process of getting a medical marijuana card right now?

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US Congress Urges Caution To Military Re “enforcing marijuana-related penalties against service members” as house approves defense spending bill

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment reports. The House of Representatives approved a defense spending bill on Tuesday that includes language pushing military leaders to exercise discretion in enforcing … Read More. The post US Congress Urges Caution To Military Re “enforcing marijuana-related penalties against service members” as house approves defense spending bill first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

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Does the use of CBD by patients with Crohn’s disease improve symptoms? A trial evaluating the use of CBD for Crohn’s disease found no significant difference in the Crohn’s disease activity index between the study and the placebo groups (220±122 and 216±121, respectively, P=NS). See Answer. See Answer.

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Reality Sandwich Publishes Article “Where On Earth Are Psychedelics Legal”

Cannabis Law Report

A must read article for all interested in psychedelics regulation and legislation. They write. With recent success for the Drug Policy Reform in America, let’s … Read More. The post Reality Sandwich Publishes Article “Where On Earth Are Psychedelics Legal” first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Marijuana Improves Quality of Life in Those 60+, Finds New Study

The Joint Blog

According to a new study that may come as little surprise to cannabis consumers and advocates, older individuals (those 60+) report improved quality of life and reduced pharmaceutical medications following marijuana therapy. The study, titled Medical cannabis use: Exploring the perceptions and experiences of older adults with chronic conditions, was published in the journal Clinical Gerontologist and was epublished by the U.S.

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MASSACHUSETTS DELIVERS A VIABLE BUSINESS MODEL FOR DELIVERY

Cannabis Law Report

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (“CCC”) recently approved final regulations establishing a new license for delivery companies to buy their own wholesale inventory, store it … Read More. The post MASSACHUSETTS DELIVERS A VIABLE BUSINESS MODEL FOR DELIVERY first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Maskne: 5 Ways to Keep Your Face Mask from Causing Breakouts

Cannabis Life Network

Maskne – the latest in COVID colloquialisms – refers to breakouts, pimples and skin irritation from your face mask. Since face masks aren’t going anywhere anytime soon, what better time for a quick 101 on your skin type and the care you need? Here are 5 ways you can keep yours from causing breakouts so […]. The post Maskne: 5 Ways to Keep Your Face Mask from Causing Breakouts appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Meanwhile Back In Dostoyevsky like Cannabis “Crime & Punishment Australia” Laotian Man Pleads Not Guilty To Commercial Cannabis Cultivation

Cannabis Law Report

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation reports the following. We concur with authorities that Mr Sensonxay may not be entirely innocent but we’d bet our bottom … Read More. The post Meanwhile Back In Dostoyevsky like Cannabis “Crime & Punishment Australia” Laotian Man Pleads Not Guilty To Commercial Cannabis Cultivation first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The MORE Act Has Passed So Now What?

Veriheal

Note: Veriheal does not support or endorse any political candidate or their policies. We merely report on the facts as they are presented and their implications in regards to cannabis. The US House of Representatives voted on and passed the 2020 MORE Act (Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act) with a 228-164 vote, but this doesn’t mean the bill was passed.

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Pentagon Contractor ‘Shared Classified Docs in a Revenge Plot’ for Losing his Security Clearance for Smoking Weed

Cannabis Law Report

Your Content reports. December 8th… A former Pentagon contractor who worked on US missile systems has been charged for allegedly sharing classified information in a … Read More. The post Pentagon Contractor ‘Shared Classified Docs in a Revenge Plot’ for Losing his Security Clearance for Smoking Weed first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Will Biden’s Choice For Federal Secretary of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra, Push Cannabis Scheduling Forward ?

Cannabis Law Report

We’d imagine the health secretary will have more than enough on their plate but you never know ! Marijuana Moment explains. President-elect Joe Biden has … Read More. The post Will Biden’s Choice For Federal Secretary of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra, Push Cannabis Scheduling Forward ? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Canada’s Minister of Health Patty Hajdu Says Therapists in Canada will be allowed to possess and consume psychedelic mushrooms

Cannabis Law Report

Therapists in Canada will be allowed to possess and consume psychedelic mushrooms, said Canada’s Minister of Health Patty Hajdu. Earlier this year Canada approved the … Read More. The post Canada’s Minister of Health Patty Hajdu Says Therapists in Canada will be allowed to possess and consume psychedelic mushrooms first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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A Win For Hemp Producers In Massachusetts

Cannabis Law Report

After years of nonsensical legislation separating the worlds of cannabis and hemp it’s good to see yet another example of commonsense breaking out with US … Read More. The post A Win For Hemp Producers In Massachusetts first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Canopy Growth We Don’t Grow Much These Days

Cannabis Law Report

A press release just sent out by the company tells a tale of woe however they want to dress it up. We’re reminded of… … Read More. The post Canopy Growth We Don’t Grow Much These Days first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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METRC Specialist BellRock Brands Inc. – Jackson, MI 49202

Cannabis Law Report

Apply knowledge of METRC tracking software and finished goods warehousing in performing a broad range of duties related to the day-to-day operations and production of … Read More. The post METRC Specialist BellRock Brands Inc. – Jackson, MI 49202 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Singapore’s “B t stance towards medical cannabis”

Cannabis Law Report

Great article from Vice. They interview a Singaporean medical cannabis activist, who, it being Singapore has to use the fake name of Fred to … Read More. The post Singapore’s “B t stance towards medical cannabis” first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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US: Houses Passes Medical Marijuana Research Act

Cannabis Law Report

The House has passed the Medical Marijuana Research Act as with SAFE the already answered question is… will it get through the Senate? Unlikely with … Read More. The post US: Houses Passes Medical Marijuana Research Act first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Australia: TGA Testing Fails Test Test !

Cannabis Law Report

Just in from Cannabiz in a piece of news that is entirely unsurprising if one knows one’s history of state testing regimes in the US.… Read More. The post Australia: TGA Testing Fails Test Test ! first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Bureau of Cannabis Control : Notice of Approval of Readoption of Emergency Regulations & Commercial Cannabis Quick Response Code Certificate Requirements

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s their latest update…… The Bureau of Cannabis Control (Bureau) is pleased to announce that the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) has approved the readoption of … Read More. The post Bureau of Cannabis Control : Notice of Approval of Readoption of Emergency Regulations & Commercial Cannabis Quick Response Code Certificate Requirements first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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December 4 2020: NCIA Today | December 2020

Cannabis Law Report

Join NCIA Deputy Director of Communications Bethany Moore as she unpacks the progress in cannabis since we last came to you live on Election Day. … Read More. The post December 4 2020: NCIA Today | December 2020 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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