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Delaware to Become the 22nd State to Legalize Adult Use Marijuana

NORML

“After years of advocacy, collaboration, and grassroots organizing, we are thrilled to see cannabis legalization become a reality in our state. This victory is a result of the tireless work of thousands of volunteers, dozens of lawmakers, and with the support of a huge majority of our Delaware community." The post Delaware to Become the 22nd State to Legalize Adult Use Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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Review: Face Mints by Cresco

Illinois News Joint

Though 4/20 may have passed, some holiday-inspired deals are still available. Sunnyside dispensaries are continuing their 420 Collection deals until April 30, so I picked up from Sunnyside Champaign an eighth of Face Mints. Face Mints is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Kush Mints. This batch of flower tested at 0.46% THC, 28.67% THCa, and 29.13% total cannabinoids.

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First Nations Call for Cannabis Act Changes 

Cannabis Life Network

The First Nations Leadership Council has called for Cannabis Act changes. The Cannabis Act, of course, is the bill that legalized cannabis in Canada in 2018. The First Nations Leadership Council consists of executives from the B.C. Assembly of First Nations, the First Nations Summit, and the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs. The First Nations group calls on specific Cannabis Act changes aligning the legal regime with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

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Cannabis Scams 3.0

Canna Law Blog

In an era of Theranos, Fyre Fest, FTX and WeWork, cannabis scams, frauds, and scandals probably pale in comparison. However, cannabis scams (and their evolution) are still worth noting, spotting, and avoiding at all costs. I’ve written about cannabis scams in the past (see here ), and it’s one of my favorite topics given the still-emerging nature of the industry (plus, federal illegality attracts a lot of personalities and buyers should definitely beware).

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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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Karma Koala Podcast 109 – April 22 2023 – Aaron Pelley – Founder & Principal of Cultiva Law Talks About Litigation, Arbitration & Regulatory Bodies

Cannabis Law Report

This week Aaron Pelley – Founder & Principal of Cultiva Law talks to us about about Litigation, Arbitration & Regulatory Bodies The Music On This Week’s Show As Chosen By Aaron The Pixies – Debaser Queens of the Stoneage – No One Knows Refused – New Noise

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UK Parliament Holds First Ever Debate On ‘Economic Contribution Of Medical Cannabis’

Cannabis Law Report

Business of cannabis reports Yesterday the first-ever parliamentary debate on the UK’s rapidly growing medical cannabis industry took place in Westminster Hall, focusing on the ‘economic contribution of medical cannabis’ in the UK.

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The Week in Weed: April 21, 2023

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we start overseas, in Germany, where the government unveiled a new plan to allow some marijuana consumption. Back in the US, there are five (count ’em *five*) federal bills dealing with cannabis. Interstate commerce is a hot issue in the Western states.

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Temporary Framework In Lieu Of Novel Foods Regulation Allows CBD To Be Registered As Food Supplement In France

Cannabis Law Report

The Business of cannabis writes FRENCH authorities have implemented a new ‘temporary framework’ for CBD allowing it to be registered and sold as a food supplement for the first time.

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Featured Cannabis Brand: Grow Sciences

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

As the cannabis market continues to grow, it’s crucial to make sure that you’re getting high-quality cannabis products from a dispensary and brands that you can trust. That’s why Kind Meds is committed to providing our customers with high-end cannabis products that are created and cultivated with care. Whether you smoke flower, prefer to take edibles, or anything in between, it’s crucial to know where your cannabis is coming from and how it is cultivated.

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CBD Brands British Cannabis & Tier One CBD To Donate Products To Key Workers In Ukraine

Cannabis Law Report

A great report from Business of Cannabis Two companies in the UK CBD and wellness industry team up to drive from the UK to Kyiv, distributing CBD and adaptogenic supplements to the personnel of Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), media teams working on the ground in Ukraine.

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Security guard stabbed in Adelaide CBD

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Video: Security guard stabbed in Adelaide CBD Security guard stabbed in Adelaide CBD We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable.

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KHIRON LIFE SCIENCES ANNOUNCES NEW CFO

Cannabis Law Report

TORONTO, April 17, 2023 /CNW/ – Khiron Life Sciences Corp. (“Khiron” or the “Company“) (TSXV: KHRN) (OTCQX: KHRNF) is pleased announce that it has appointed Mr. Michael O’Connor as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, replacing the Company’s CFO, Ms. Helen Bellwood. Mr. O’Connor brings more than 30 years of operational, corporate finance, business development and corporate governance experience to Khiron.

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Delhi Police busts two drug peddlers including woman in Badarpur, seizes 27 kg marijuana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Delhi Police busted two drug peddlers with 27 kilograms of marijuana worth Rs 4 lakh in the southeast area of Badarpur, Read More

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PharmaCielo Announces Strategic Partnership with CANNPRISMA to Supply EU-GMP Certified Dried Flower to the European Medicinal Cannabis Market

Cannabis Law Report

Will bring unique high-THC Colombian strains owned by PharmaCielo to Europe for the first time. Combines PharmaCielo’s expertise in producing premium medicinal cannabis products, with CANNPRISMA’s conversion capabilities, to bring patients in Europe the highest quality high-THC flower product currently available in the market. Toronto, Ontario and Rionegro, Colombia–(Newsfile Corp.

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Residents have mixed feelings for recreational marijuana in Delaware

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Residents have mixed feelings for recreational marijuana in Delaware – CBS Philadelphia Watch CBS News Be the first to know.

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BRITISH CANNABIS™ Unveils New Non-Novel CBD Food Supplements Range

Cannabis Law Report

New white label CBD food products are back – as the UK’s largest independently owned, producer, and distributor launches a range of CBD products and ingredients that brings innovation back to the sector in a post-novel foods world. BRITISH CANNABIS unveils its Non-Novel CBD Supplements range this quarter.

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Marijuana Reality Time Looming For City of Cripple Creek

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Council to Address Spree of Local Cannabis Laws and Regulations Rick Langenberg A little more than five months ago, Read More

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Canada: Mississauga Finally Allows Regulated Cannabis Retail

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz reports One of the largest cities in Canada has put out the welcome mat for legal cannabis retailers. The City Council of Mississauga, the sixth-largest city by population in Canada and Ontario’s third-largest, voted Wednesday to allow legal cannabis retail stores to set up shop within the city.

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Harker Heights marijuana ordinance back on the ballot

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

According to the city, voters can decide whether or not to repeal the ordinance, but it won’t affect its enforcement.

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Bloomberg Article: Cannabis Companies Can Save Millions With One Tax Code Section

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis companies that properly tailor structures to their specific operations can maximize their Section 1202 tax benefits and potentially save millions in taxes, say Greenberg Glusker’s Zachary M. Nolan and Michelle Mabugat.

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5 Best CBD Oil for Dogs in 2023

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

CBD oil has become increasingly popular among dog owners in recent years. This is primarily due to its potential benefits.

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Boston Drug Trafficker Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Trafficking

Cannabis Law Report

BOSTON – A drug trafficker operating out of the Boston area has pleaded guilty to his role in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy. Maurice Coates, 45, of Randolph, pleaded guilty on April 18, 2023 to one count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine. U.S.

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Nairobi County designates special digital taxi bays within CBD » Capital News

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 21 – Nairobi County Government has designated special parking bays to be used as pick-up and drop-off.

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‘Cartel wives’ of Chicago’s twin cocaine kingpins plead guilty to hiding drug cash

Cannabis Law Report

The Chicago Sun Times Vivianna Lopez and Valerie Gaytan, wives of Pedro and Margarito Flores, admitted to involvement in a conspiracy to launder millions from their husbands’ drug trafficking business after the men were taken into federal custody.

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Lax pot laws tied to jump in youth hospitalizations, while profits fail to flow to minorities

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Marijuana legislation is tied to a 25% increase in cannabis use disorder among teens, and the share of 12th-graders who.

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Australia: Legal secretary carries $7m cannabis on plane

Cannabis Law Report

A legal secretary who was “keen to impress” her then-drug trafficker fiancee carried three suitcases’ worth of marijuana on a plane bound for Brisbane for him, a court has been told.

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Marijuana Plant

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Maryville, MO (64468) Today Sunshine and some clouds. High 54F. Winds WNW at 15 to 25 mph. Higher wind gusts.

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Italy Seizes Greek Shipping Giant’s Vessel Loaded With Cocaine

Cannabis Law Report

Italian authorities in Venice found some 850 kg of cocaine on a ship belonging to the well-known Greek shipowner Panagiotis Laskaridis. Italian authorities, after searching a Greek-owned vessel in Venice, found a large amount of cocaine, some 850 kg, worth about 150 million euros.

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Delaware Marijuana Legalization Will Roll Through Without Carney’s Signature | Latest News

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

DELAWARE – Governor Carney has announced he will allow the passage of both HB 1 and HB 2 without his.

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Truck driver arrested as 70kg of cocaine seized at Peace Bridge

Cannabis Law Report

Duffle bags filled with drugs that may be valued at $7M found after inspection of commercial truck by Canada Border Services Agency officers The Royal Canadian Mounted Police have released details about an arrest at the Peace Bridge last month after they say an inspection turned up three duffle bags full of cocaine.

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