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Ohio: Activists Place Adult-Use Marijuana Initiative Before Lawmakers

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“We are ready and eager to work with Ohio legislators over the next four months to legalize the adult use of marijuana in Ohio,” CTRMLA spokesman Tom Haren said in a press release. “We are also fully prepared to collect additional signatures and take this issue directly to voters on November 8, 2022, if legislators fail to act.”. The post Ohio: Activists Place Adult-Use Marijuana Initiative Before Lawmakers appeared first on NORML.

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Illinois Supreme Court denies request to let state name craft cannabis license winners. Applicants say ongoing litigation affecting their finances.

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The Chicago Tribune reports. The Illinois Supreme Court has denied a request to let the state name new craft cannabis license winners — meaning that all applicants must wait while some pursue lawsuits over their status. The cannabis company 1837 Craft Grow LLC had asked the court to modify lower court orders preventing the state from issuing the next round of licenses.

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Personalized, evidence-based cannabis care with products sourced from a dispensary near you

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App-powered patient-to-clinician partnerships with integrated care & products have arrived thanks to EO Care. The post Personalized, evidence-based cannabis care with products sourced from a dispensary near you appeared first on Leafly.

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Why Some States Say No To Cannabis

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As cannabis is breaking through multiple industries and countries, it’s still not universally accepted. The traditionalists in certain parts of North America view cannabis legalization as dangerous and should remain illegal for the safety of the general public. While some believe this stems from the War on Drugs campaign during the 1970s, politicians and activist […].

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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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Cannabis suppositories: Would you try kush for your tush?

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After three years of legalization, cannabis suppositories have finally hit the retail market. But are Canadians ready? The post Cannabis suppositories: Would you try kush for your tush? appeared first on Leafly.

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Massachusetts: Public Comment Now Open Regarding Changes to the Commission’s Disproportionately Impacted Areas

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Starting Monday, January 31, 2022, the public may weigh in on possible changes to the Cannabis Control Commission (Commission)’s list of 29 Massachusetts municipalities – including certain census tracts – deemed Disproportionately Impacted Areas (DIAs). Submissions should be sent to Commission@CCCMass.com with the subject line, “Public Comment: Disproportionately Impacted Areas” by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 4, 2022.

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Leafwell’s Most Popular Medical Cannabis Articles of January 2022

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Did you miss any of the educational blogs about medical cannabis and what it means to be a medical marijuana patient in the US? Here’s our round-up of the best article we published in January 2022. Click through to read each piece: Guide to Terpineol, the Terpene Alcohols That Smell Like Lilacs and Fruit A group of four terpenes with potentially powerful medical benefits.

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Newly Organized STIIIZY and Authentic Cannabis Workers Ratify Historic Statewide Agreement

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Historic first contract covers thousands of UFCW cannabis workers statewide with immediate benefits. BLOOMINGTON, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #STIIIZY –Newly organized cannabis workers at STIIIZY and Authentic retail locations throughout California ratified their first contract as UFCW members last week. More than 1,200 members of UFCW locals across the state had the opportunity to vote on the statewide contract, which was ratified by an overwhelming margin.

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Ten “Must Haves” for Cannabis Businesses in 2022

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I started as a lawyer in the cannabis industry in 2010. Twelve years in there has been immense progress and maturation at the business level for cannabis licensees. This post is dedicated to the top ten list of which arrows all cannabis companies, regardless of state, size, culture, or market share, must have in their business quivers in 2022. 1.

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Cannabis and District Courts: Are Those Courthouse Doors Closed Too?

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By Mark Salzberg on January 31, 2022. Email Tweet Like LinkedIn. We have written many times over the past few years about how the bankruptcy courts are off-limits to state-legalized cannabis businesses. This past year brought no new relief to the cannabis industry, and the doors to the bankruptcy courts remain shut. Are the other federal courts off-limits as well?

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Answer of the Day for Feb 1, 2022

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Does marijuana heighten sensory perception? Yes, marijuana heightens sensory perception, including touch, smell, sight, taste, and hearing. This enhancement of sensory perception could possibly enhance one’s sexual experience. Lynn et al. The Relationship between Marijuana Use Prior to Sex and Sexual Function in Women. Womens Sexual Health. Sex Med 2019;7:192e197.

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Jushi Holdings Inc. Launches Investor Video Update Series

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Innovative series to highlight Jushi’s leading operational footprint, national expansion plans, and M&A strategy. BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 31, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jushi Holdings Inc. (“Jushi” or the “Company”) ( CSE: JUSH ) ( OTCQX: JUSHF ) , a vertically integrated, multi-state cannabis operator, today announced that it launched a new investor-focused video series.

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India: BJP Parliamentarian Pratap Patil Chikhilar says Maharashtra government? should allow cultivation of cannabis:

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AURANGABAD: Days after the Maharashtra government allowed the sale of wine in supermarkets and walk-in stores, BJP MP Pratap Patil Chikhilar has said the state government should also give permission to farmers for the cultivation of cannabis. Talking to reporters on Sunday, the parliamentarian claimed the Maharashtra government’s decision regarding wine sale will ruin the state. “The government thinks it will get more revenue by selling wine at such outlets, then it should also give

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Director – Regulatory Services Yukon Government Whitehorse, YT

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Yukon government’s vision is an engaged and diverse public service that embraces innovation to deliver positive outcomes for Yukoners. Who we are…. The Yukon Liquor Corporation strives for service excellence that supports a healthy, vibrant and prosperous Yukon. Our mission is to offer customers legal access to a variety of liquor and cannabis products while considering the wellbeing and economic prosperity of the territory.

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Press Release: Numinus Wellness research facility licensed by Health Canada to supply psilocybin mushrooms

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Numinus Bioscience said that it is prepared to supply psilocybin in whole mushroom form, through three packaged doses equivalent to 10, 15, and 25mg of psilocybin. Numinus Wellness Inc. (TSX-V:NUMI, OTC:LKYSF) said that its research facility– Numinus Bioscience– has been included on Health Canada’s list of federally licensed psilocybin producers. This list is available by request to those seeking access to psilocybin through the Special Access Program (SAP), and clinical researchers.

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Delta-8 THC called Delta-9’s ‘Nicer Younger Sibling’ in Survey

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Researchers from two universities have joined together to explore the potential uses of Delta-8 THC. People who use the cannabinoid, which has quickly grown in popularity, say it delivers the benefits of cannabis but with a milder psychoactive component. Researchers at the University of Buffalo and University of Michigan started their study into Delta-8 THC with a survey of 500 people who use Delta-8 THC.

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Innovative Industrial Properties Announces Amended Tax Treatment of 2021 Distributions

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SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (IIP) (NYSE: IIPR) today announced an amendment to its initial tax treatment of its 2021 distributions that was provided in a press release dated January 28, 2022. The amended tax treatment of its 2021 distributions is as follows: Security Description: Common Stock. CUSIP: 45781V101.

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Columbia Care to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results on March 15, 2022

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NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Columbia Care Inc. (NEO: CCHW) (CSE: CCHW) (OTCQX: CCHWF) (FSE: 3LP) (“Columbia Care” or the “Company”) today announced that it will report its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021 after US financial markets close on Tuesday, March 15, 2022. Following the release of financial results, Company management will conduct a conference call at 5:00 p.m.

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Heritage Cannabis Announces Nine New Product Launches in the Ontario Cannabis Market, Including Flower, Pre-rolls and Concentrates

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TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $CANN — Heritage Cannabis Holdings Corp. (CSE: CANN) (OTCQX: HERTF) (“Heritage” or the “Company”), today announced the upcoming launch of nine new products that will be available in the Ontario cannabis market through the Ontario Cannabis Store (“OCS”) and retailers in the province. New products include two infused pre-rolls, three concentrates, one pre-roll, two vape cartridges, and one flower product.

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If In Doubt Try And Insert SAFE In Yet Another Bill

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This time we learn it is being added as an attachment to the America COMPETES Act of 2022, domestic spending bill. Ganjapreneur report. The SAFE Banking Act, a bipartisan proposal to give the cannabis industry access to traditional banking services, was revived last week as a new attachment to a domestic spending bill. Colorado Rep. Ed Perlmutter (D), the original sponsor of the SAFE Banking Act, announced in a press release on Friday that the cannabis banking bill was now part of the America

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Florida: DeSantis Says Cannabis Has “Putrid Stench” So He’ll Only Legalize For Medical

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I’m sure we could talk about the putrid stench of his backers. but let’s not go there. Business Insider Reports. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis claimed cities with legalized cannabis “have ended up regretting it.”. Democrat Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried is running against DeSantis for governor in 2022. Fried has openly acknowledged that she uses medical marijuana and vows to legalize it if elected.

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Colorado State Senator Don Coram accused of using political influence via criminal charges for personal collection benefit

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A Republican Colorado state senator, Don Coram, has allegedly used his political influence with the Colorado State Department of Agriculture and the local Montrose county D.A. to get felony criminal charges brought against three Denver businessmen, who ran a publicly traded Cannabis Company, for an unpaid purchase of biomass from Coram’s hemp company Paradox Ventures.

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Colorado State Senator Don Coram allegedly uses Political Influence to get business associates Charged Criminally

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A Republican Colorado state senator, Don Coram, has allegedly used his political influence with the Colorado State Department of Agriculture and the local Montrose county D.A. to get felony criminal charges brought against three Denver businessmen, who ran a publicly traded Cannabis Company, for an unpaid purchase of biomass from Coram’s hemp company Paradox Ventures.

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Survey of Political and Business Leaders Finds Strong Pessimism Over Outlook for US in Year Ahead

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“Opinion Makers” Audience From Tunnl Sees Prices and Inflation Increasing Over Next Six Months, With Majority Having A Pessimistic View Of World Safety, But Optimism Over Vaccine Rates Increasing And Supply Chain Issues Decreasing. WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Political and business leaders surveyed by audience segmentation platform Tunnl are strongly pessimistic about the outlook for the U.S., based upon their responses to a survey looking at key areas including Interest Rates, the St