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Louisiana: Changes in State’s Marijuana Laws Take Effect

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“These are common sense reforms provide further and sorely needed protections and freedoms for patients and others. Lawmakers are to be commended for putting politics aside and taking these important steps forward.”. The post Louisiana: Changes in State’s Marijuana Laws Take Effect appeared first on NORML.

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Tell the truth, Fox News: Cannabis use doesn’t cause violence

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There is no link between cannabis use and violence. But that isn't stopping Fox News from reviving the old Reefer Madness canard. The post Tell the truth, Fox News: Cannabis use doesn’t cause violence appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Trivia Crossword Puzzle – History, Culture, Law & Science

Cannabis Life Network

Oh, trivia…such fun isn’t it? Who doesn’t enjoy a good game? It’s a great way to learn some random facts and get credit for the ones you already know. Without being said, let’s get to it! This is a cannabis trivia crossword puzzle. The questions come from categories such as history, culture, law and science. […]. The post Cannabis Trivia Crossword Puzzle – History, Culture, Law & Science appeared first on Cannabis News, Lifestyle - Headlines, Videos &

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US weed homegrowers produce 8x more than Colorado legal market, says new report

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A report estimates there are about 3 million cannabis homegrowers producing about 11 million pounds of weed a year. Read more about the report. The post US weed homegrowers produce 8x more than Colorado legal market, says new report 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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Former National Guardsman from Norfolk sentenced to more than 4 years for unlawful possession of firearms while using LSD

Cannabis Law Report

Not the smartest move he could have made. It reminds us of this classic. LSD film clip. The Story. A former National Guardsman who was living in Norfolk has been sentenced in federal court Monday for unlawfully possessing firearms while also using illegal substances. Francis Harker, 22, was handed four years and nine months in prison for charges dating as far back as June 2020.

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A Basic Guide To Virginia Cannabis Law

Cannabis Law Report

Virginia is considered one of the more cannabis-friendly states, being one of the first states to decriminalize the use and possession of marijuana in 2021. A year later, the Virginia Cannabis Law continues to evolve with the approval of more lenient terms for medical cannabis use. . Cannabis laws vary from state to state, but accredited marijuana physicians are vital to validating citizens qualified to access products.

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Get funky with GMO Cookies—August’s Leafly HighLight

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Crack open a jar of the dankest in top 40 flavors. The post Get funky with GMO Cookies—August’s Leafly HighLight appeared first on Leafly.

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Delta-8: The Unique Cannabinoid That Can Improve Your Life

Cannabis Law Report

Did you know that there is a cannabinoid that is different from all the others? This cannabinoid is called Delta-8, and it has some unique benefits that you may find appealing. In this blog post, we will discuss what Delta-8 is, how it can improve your life, and where you can find it. We will also answer some common questions about this cannabinoid.

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Pennsylvania’s Marijuana Banking and Insurance Bill Is Signed Into Law

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Marijuana banking options are limited for many entrepreneurs despite the fact that several thirty-six states legalize medical marijuana use. While recreational use is allowed in some states, there is still an uphill battle for other states that only have medical marijuana clearance. Thanks to a recent cannabis banking bill that has passed in Pennsylvania, cannabis-related businesses now have the right to use financial institutions and insurance for their businesses.

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Folium Biosciences forced out of business by its private equity backer

Cannabis Law Report

Colorado based Folium Biosciences has been forced into liquidation by its secured lender GEM Private Equity Fund LP. Last week its CBD wholesale customers were surprised to learn that the company’s main phone line went to a court appointed receiver who wasn’t willing to give them back any money but said they could come to Colorado to collect extracted biomass.

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Answer of the Day for Aug 2, 2022

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The “Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) Series” continues: If cannabis is legalized at the federal level, would the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) oversee the manufacturing of cannabinoid-based medications? Yes. If the CAOA is passed, a Center for Cannabis Products within the FDA to regulate and establish standards for “the production, labeling, distribution, sales and other manufacturing and retail elements of the cannabis industry” would be established.

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NORML – Louisiana Update: Changes in State’s Cannabis Laws Take Effect

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Several laws amending the state’s marijuana policies take effect today. Among them, House Bill 629 (now Act 473) bars police from conducting a warrantless search of person’s place of residence based solely upon the odor of cannabis. Several other states that have either legalized or decriminalized the use of marijuana by adults have enacted similar prohibitions on police conduct.

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Is weed legal in North Carolina?

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Medical: No Recreational: No Reciprocity: N/A. There is no legal medical or recreational cannabis program in North Carolina. The state is still a full cannabis prohibition state after a bill to create a medical program was stalled in the state House in July 2022. Possible penalties. North Carolina has taken a small step in the direction of decriminalizing cannabis.

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New York Shuts Down Private Cannabis Lounge in Cheektowaga

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Ganjapreneur reports. New York officials last week shut down a private club in Cheektowaga that allowed on-site cannabis consumption for operating without a cannabis license. John Averill, the CEO of Roaring 420s Lounge, told News 7 that there is no license for his business model and that they do not sell cannabis at the club. . Averill said the cannabis products are donated to the club and that members, who must be at least 21 years old, can sample products while on site but are not allowed

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Engerland Engerland Engerland: There’s More Than One Type Of Good Hemp… Lauren Hemp Instrumental In England Winning Euro Soccer Competition

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Nothing to do with cannabis but for us England fans winning this tends to happen once a generation so we are going to milk the victory for all it’s worth. This should be a great opportunity for Hemp to launch her own CBD line. The BBC. Former clubmates of one England’s Lionesses have spoken of their pride after she helped the team to their first major trophy.

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Elixinol confirms new CEO and shift away from CBD

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Elixinol Wellness has confirmed Ron Dufficy as its new global CEO and plans to reduce its reliance on its CBD portfolio in favour of plant-based wellness products. Dufficy has been interim global CEO since the departure of Oliver Horn in April and was previously the group’s global chief financial officer. Ron Dufficy. Elixinol has now completed a strategic review resulting in a reduced cost base and confirmation of its strategy to diversify further towards natural/plant-based wellness produc

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ACLU Maine: “Cameras In Dispensaries Viloate State Ban On Facial Recognition Surveillance”

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The ACLU of Maine says state regulators should eliminate a requirement that multiple video cameras be placed inside and outside adult-use cannabis businesses, arguing that doing so violates Maine’s ban on facial recognition surveillance. The Maine Press Herald reports. The requirement, which appears in a set of draft rules for the regulatory framework of the state’s adult-use or recreational marijuana program, “would needlessly expose customers and workers in the cannabis industry to privacy-vio

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Rhode Island Narragansett seeks to add restrictions to public use of cannabis before it even happens

Cannabis Law Report

Here we go again… NARRAGANSETT, R.I. — Laws saying where legalized marijuana can’t be smoked in public, such as playgrounds, athletic fields, town beaches and other town-owned property would mirror existing restrictions on smoking tobacco, officials in Narragansett have decided. “Legalization is imminent, so it probably makes sense,” was how Town Solicitor James Callaghan recently put it to Town Council members.

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Forbes: Meet The Two Radical Scientists Using TikTok To Make Cannabis Education Accessible

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Love it or hate it, social media can be a powerful tool for education and data collection. While the subject of cannabis often triggers the removal of content and banned accounts, pharmaceutical scientists Dr. Riley Kirk, PhD and Dr. Miyabe Shields, PhD are using platforms like TikTok and Instagram to help followers understand cannabis pharmacology, while gathering unique data on their experiences with it.

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Karma Koala Podcast Episode 88 – Monday 1 August: European Update With Marguerite Arnold, Tia Moskalenko of Ask Growers In Ukraine, Legal Update With Lisa Pittman and Eddier Brennan Co-Owner and President of Beak & Skiff

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EPISODE 88, MONDAY: AUGUST 1 2022. HEATHER’S SONG CHOICE: MIGHT BANG, MIGHT NOT BY LIL SIMZ. INTERVIEW 1. EUROPEAN UPDATE WITH MARGUERITE ARNOLD. Song: Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Tears For Fears. Supplementary Information. [link]. INTERVIEW 2. TIA MOSKALENKO. Communications Manager of AskGrowers.com, based in Ukraine. Song: Stefania (Kalush Orchestra) by Kalush.

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PAINE V. RIDE-AWAY, INC.

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On March 26, 2021, the ACLU-NH and the Disability Rights Center of New Hampshire filed a “friend of the court” brief at the New Hampshire Supreme Court in Paine v. Ride-Away, Inc. In this case, the plaintiff suffers from post traumatic stress disorder, and is enrolled in the state’s Therapeutic Cannabis Program to treat his PTSD. He requested a reasonable accommodation to be able to use cannabis off company premises and while not at work.

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Scott Paine v. Ride-Away, Inc.

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Scott Paine v. Ride-Away, Inc. Supreme Court At-a-Glance Contributor Ryan M. Borden, Practicing at Ford, McDonald, McPartlin & Borden in Portsmouth, NH with a focus on bankruptcy representation of trustees, creditors and debtors, corporate law and commercial litigation. No. 2020-0470. January 14, 2022. Reversed and remanded. Whether the trial court erred in ruling that the use of therapeutic cannabis prescribed in accordance with New Hampshire law cannot, as a matter of law, be a reasonable

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Paine v. Ride-Away, Inc: New Hampshire Supreme Court Says Employers Will Sometimes have to Grant Accommodation Requests to Use Medical Marijuana

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New Hampshire Supreme Court Says Employers Will Sometimes have to Grant Accommodation Requests to Use Medical Marijuana. February 14, 2022. Ever since New Hampshire legalized medical marijuana, employers have struggled with how to manage employees prescribed cannabis by their doctors. There was concern that businesses might be violating the Federal Controlled Substances Act if they were perceived as permitting employees to use medical marijuana.

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Creso Pharma Limited (ASX: CPH) (the ‘Company’) requests to extend the current voluntary suspension in place on its securities.

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s their letter to the ASX. Creso Suspension pending Cap Raise.

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