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Cannabis taxes save 350 jobs in Chicago

Leafly

Legalizing marijuana doesn't just create new jobs. It saves existing ones, too—ask 350 municipal workers in Chicago. The post Cannabis taxes save 350 jobs in Chicago appeared first on Leafly.

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Everything you need to know about Marijuana

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana is one of the most sought-after plants in the history of humanity. With the United States legalizing the use of medical marijuana in many … Read More. The post Everything you need to know about Marijuana first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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THC May Prevent Colon Cancer

CannaMD

CannaMD has reported on the ways that medical marijuana may provide relief for those suffering from IBD and Crohn’s disease. Now, the latest research indicates that THC, which is a major marijuana cannabinoid, may also help prevent colon cancer. This is an important finding, as colon cancer is the second deadliest and third most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in the United States, with a lifetime risk of 1 in 23 for men and 1 in 25 for women.

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CB Therapeutics Says It Will Use Biosynthesis To Produce Synthetic “Rare Cannabinoid & Psychedelic Molecules at Scale”

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s their press release verbatim. CB Therapeutics: Producing Rare Cannabinoid & Psychedelic Molecules at Scale. The cannabis industry has evolved from the legalization of dried … Read More. The post CB Therapeutics Says It Will Use Biosynthesis To Produce Synthetic “Rare Cannabinoid & Psychedelic Molecules at Scale” first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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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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Ohio Gives Another Shot at Expanding Qualifying Conditions

Veriheal

Ohio is currently accepting petitions in an attempt to expand the list of qualifying conditions for medical cannabis. But this has failed in the past and could prevent measures from moving forward this time unless new research could be presented to sway the state medical board’s decision. The 34 th largest state by area and the seventh most populated state in our country is Ohio, aka the Buckeye state.

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Arizona Cannabis: New Opportunities Under Proposition 207

Canna Law Blog

As the old adage goes, if at first you don’t succeed, Try, try again. After suffering a close defeat in 2016, Arizona’s new recreational cannabis law passed with 60% of the vote on November 3, 2020. So, if you’re an entrepreneur or weed enthusiast, what happens next and what should you do to prepare for the coming opportunities in Arizona? In this post, we give a quick overview of what was passed in Arizona and some of important parts of the new law to consider, as well as a short checklist of i

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Virginia Governor Says Let’s Regulate Cannabis & Let’s Be The First To Do It In The South

Cannabis Law Report

He’s a doctor which is a great start and also appears to be practical in his approach. His administration has been studying the issue and … Read More. The post Virginia Governor Says Let’s Regulate Cannabis & Let’s Be The First To Do It In The South first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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NJ Passes Bill To Decriminalize Marijuana, Ease Penalty For Mushrooms

Cannabis Life Network

On Thursday, the New Jersey state legislature amended a bill that will decriminalize possessing up to six ounces of marijuana, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. In a surprise addition, magic mushrooms were also included in this bill to decriminalize marijuana, downgrading the penalty from a third-degree felony to a disorderly conduct offence for possession of up […].

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Australia: A 5 Day Police Operation (This Time Qld) Against Illegal Cannabis Grows Only Nets 156 Plants !

Cannabis Law Report

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation is reporting the following, which seems to us, somewhat of a waste of taxpayer dollars considering it took them 5 days … Read More. The post Australia: A 5 Day Police Operation (This Time Qld) Against Illegal Cannabis Grows Only Nets 156 Plants ! first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Marijuana Regulatory Agency Sets Process for Accepting an Adult Use License Application from Any Applicant

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

On October 6, 2020, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (“MRA”) announced that starting March 1, 2021 it would be removing the eligibility restriction on certain adult use license applications under the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (“MRTMA”). Section 9 of MRTMA prohibits MRA from accepting an application from a person who does not hold a medical marihuana facility license under the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act (“MMFLA"), with the restr

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Colorado: $2.5 million restitution ordered in black-market cannabis case

Cannabis Law Report

Published November 16, 2020. Four investors defrauded in a black-market marijuana trafficking scheme have been awarded nearly $2.5 million in restitution after the mastermind of … Read More. The post Colorado: 5 million restitution ordered in black-market cannabis case first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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5 Things You Need to Know Before Vaping CBD Oil

The Joint Blog

Over the years, the approach towards cannabis has changed significantly. It has been legalized in many countries already, mainly for its medicinal uses, and the access to products for recreational use gets easier year by year. The authorities look more favorably at hemp-derived CBD products, mainly due to their non-toxic and non-psychoactive properties.

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NJ.com Says New Jersey’s Cannabis Bill Could Pass Monday (11/23)

Cannabis Law Report

New Jersey could be less than a week away from passing a bill that will launch the legal weed industry after lawmakers agreed to impose … Read More. The post NJ.com Says New Jersey’s Cannabis Bill Could Pass Monday (11/23) first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

To date, has the FDA approved cannabis for the treatment of any psychiatric condition? No. However, the FDA has approved 1 cannabis-derived medication (CBD) called Epidiolex and 2 cannabis-related medications (dronabinol and nabilone) for specific indications. Dronabinol is a synthetic THC product that is used as an antiemetic agent. It is approved for treating or preventing nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapeutic agents, and as an appetite stimulant for individuals with AIDS.

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Michigan cannabis firm to expand footprint to four states after $45M raise

Cannabis Law Report

C3 Industries, a vertically integrated multistate cannabis company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, closed a funding round that will help the company launch operations in … Read More. The post Michigan cannabis firm to expand footprint to four states after M raise first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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5 Plants You Can Grow at Home for Your Health and Well-Being

The Joint Blog

It’s important to look after yourself, both physically and mentally. In times like these when a pandemic dominates the Earth, it can be challenging to remain positive. It’s also affected how people live their day to day lives, with lockdowns happening around the world limiting people’s access to gyms or being able to go out for long walks or runs. However, although COVID-19 has changed lives dramatically, it has also never been more important to look after your health and well-being to get throu

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Judge Hears BCC Delivery Businesses Arguments

Cannabis Law Report

A Fresno County Superior Court judge heard oral arguments Monday in a long-awaited case that could have major ramifications for California’s legal cannabis businesses. At … Read More. The post Judge Hears BCC Delivery Businesses Arguments first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Congressional Action for Veteran Medical Cannabis Patients

Americans for Safe Access

In the wake of the election many patients have questions about the priorities of the incoming Congress. 4.4 million cannabis patients across the country are stuck under conflicting federal and state cannabis policy, with veterans comprising the largest contingent of them. Despite their numbers and influence, many veterans face considerable obstacles to legally accessing medical cannabis directly resulting from the patchwork of federal and state cannabis laws that patients have to navigate. .

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Cannabis Guide: How to Find the Consumption Method That Suits You

Cannabis Law Report

If you’re not entirely familiar with the world of cannabis, it can be a bit dizzying. It seems as though it went from just bongs … Read More. The post Cannabis Guide: How to Find the Consumption Method That Suits You first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Kentucky: Applications start November 16 for hemp licensing, as Ag Commissioner expects long-term hemp market

Cannabis Law Report

The Northern Kentucky Tribune reports… The window to apply for the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s 2021 hemp licensing program opens today (Nov. 16), Agriculture Commissioner … Read More. The post Kentucky: Applications start November 16 for hemp licensing, as Ag Commissioner expects long-term hemp market first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Australia: APS6 Policy Officer First People Recruitment Solutions Pty Ltd

Cannabis Law Report

Our client a regulatory body that assesses, evaluates, and monitors medical goods to ensure quality, safety and performance is seeking an APS6 Policy Officer to … Read More. The post Australia: APS6 Policy Officer First People Recruitment Solutions Pty Ltd first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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BCC Announce New API ” to allow stakeholders to obtain license data that can be integrated into their own software”

Cannabis Law Report

SACRAMENTO – The Bureau of Cannabis Control (Bureau) announced today the launch of a new Application Programming Interface (API). The API allows stakeholders to obtain … Read More. The post BCC Announce New API ” to allow stakeholders to obtain license data that can be integrated into their own software” first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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PsyIndex Weekly Update November 9, 2020 – November 13, 2020

Cannabis Law Report

The PsyIndex fell 6.71% last week as traders locked in profits from the prior week’s strong ~18% gains. Cybin Corp. (NEO: CYBN), one of the … Read More. The post PsyIndex Weekly Update November 9, 2020 – November 13, 2020 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Total Rewards Specialist MedMen

Cannabis Law Report

MedMen is North America’s leading cannabis retailer with flagship locations in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, and New York. MedMen offers a robust selection of … Read More. The post Total Rewards Specialist MedMen first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The Matses Amazonian Tribe 500-Page Traditional Medicine Encyclopedia

Cannabis Law Report

We highlight this for two reasons. Firstly for the fact it exists and secondly their smart move with regard to translations the law and Intellectual … Read More. The post The Matses Amazonian Tribe 500-Page Traditional Medicine Encyclopedia first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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AusCann To Acquire CannPal

Cannabis Law Report

Australian medical cannabis company AusCann (ASX:AC8) has announced its intention to acquire CannPal Animal Therapeutics (ASX:CP1). After emerging from a trading halt that began last … Read More. The post AusCann To Acquire CannPal first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Last Prisoner Project Pens Open Letter To Biden & Incoming Administration

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s what they are saying… LPP Calls on Incoming Biden Administration to Prioritize Cannabis Justice. Earlier this week, we sent a letter to President-Elect … Read More. The post Last Prisoner Project Pens Open Letter To Biden & Incoming Administration first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Incoming Rhode Island House Speaker Says ” state will ‘absolutely’ consider legalizing cannabis in ’21

Cannabis Law Report

MMJ Daily write… Cannabis legalization has a solid chance of advancing in Rhode Island in 2021, two top House lawmakers said in a new interview. … Read More. The post Incoming Rhode Island House Speaker Says ” state will ‘absolutely’ consider legalizing cannabis in ’21 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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National Cannabis Industry Association Publishes Recommendations to Improve Environmental Sustainability

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s their press release… In-depth report analyzes existing problem areas in regulations and business practices, explores current best practices and steps to make cannabis industry … Read More. The post National Cannabis Industry Association Publishes Recommendations to Improve Environmental Sustainability first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Research Assistant II Memorial University of Newfoundland

Cannabis Law Report

The Partnerships in Cannabis Policy Evaluation (Newfoundland and Labrador) project team is seeking applications for a Research Assistant II with experience in qualitative research, and … Read More. The post Research Assistant II Memorial University of Newfoundland first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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