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New Mexico cannabis producer seeks $583K tax refund

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The Santa Fe New Mexican reports……A medical cannabis producer has filed a lawsuit attempting to force the Department of Taxation… Read More. The post New Mexico cannabis producer seeks $583K tax refund first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Working in Cannabis: What You Should Know

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Editor’s Note: There is no denying that the cannabis industry is rapidly growing and evolving, leaving many in the industry to have to continuously adapt to the ever-changing landscape. I interviewed three professionals with a well-built background in cannabis who share their experiences, lessons learned, insights and tips on working in the cannabis industry.

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Federal Legalization – Straight from the Regulators’ Mouth

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Posted on February 19th, 2021 by Michael McQueeny As many are well-aware, the Cannabis Regulators Association (“CANNRA”) was formed at… Read More. The post Federal Legalization – Straight from the Regulators’ Mouth first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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California medical cannabis dispensary owes $4.2 million, US Tax Court rules

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A subsidiary of California-based cannabis retailer Harborside must pay nearly $4.2 million in back taxes and penalties after losing a case in U.S. Tax Court. The Tax Court determined in a decision issued Wednesday that San Jose Wellness, the Harborside subsidiary, can’t claim tax deductions for depreciation or charitable contributions under Section 280E of the IRS code.

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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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UK: Laughing gas and the Psychoactive Substances Act

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The Head of Legal site reports the following interesting snippet from the UK with regard to the Psychoactive Substances Act… Read More. The post UK: Laughing gas and the Psychoactive Substances Act first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Argentina: The National Administration of Medicines, Food and Medical Technology (ANMAT) To Allow “the importation of products containing cannabis derivatives for medicinal use.”

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Pledge Times reports The National Drug, Food, and Medical Technology Administration (ANMAT) It will allow the importation of cannabinoids, oils… Read More. The post Argentina: The National Administration of Medicines, Food and Medical Technology (ANMAT) To Allow “the importation of products containing cannabis derivatives for medicinal use.” first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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North Dakota House green-lights bill allowing edible medical marijuana – Cannabis Business Executive

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You are here: Home / Uncategorized / North Dakota House green-lights bill allowing edible medical marijuana. February 19, 2021 by AggregatedNews Leave a Comment. The North Dakota House of Representatives has endorsed a bipartisan bill that would allow the state’s eight medical cannabis dispensaries to sell edible products. The lower chamber voted 63-31 on Thursday, Feb. 18, to send House Bill 1391 to the Senate.

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February 19 2021: Employee Screening and Regulatory Compliance Requirements for Cannabis Businesses

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… Read More. The post February 19 2021: Employee Screening and Regulatory Compliance Requirements for Cannabis Businesses first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannabis Business Times, Cannabis Dispensary, Hemp Grower Announce New Hires Anthony Lange and Andriana Ruscitto

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Editor’s Note: There is no denying that the cannabis industry is rapidly growing and evolving, leaving many in the industry to have to continuously adapt to the ever-changing landscape. I interviewed three professionals with a well-built background in cannabis who share their experiences, lessons learned, insights and tips on working in the cannabis industry.

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February 18 2021: Minnesota Cannabis Bill

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… Read More. The post February 18 2021: Minnesota Cannabis Bill first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cannabis And National Decriminalization: The Story So Far

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Unraveling marijuana laws could be a long, tedious process, but some lawmakers have said they’re ready to try. Cannabis legalization or decriminalization (we’ll get to the difference in a bit) is one of several issues set to test Democrats’ slim majority in Congress, along with a $15 minimum wage hike and making Washington, DC, the 51st state. At the federal level, cannabis continues to be prohibited across the board, resulting in a legally dubious gray market operating in the 42 states with loo

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Italy: Italian Ministry of Health has authorized Bio Hemp Farming (Bio Hemp) to produce CBD under special decree

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Hemp Today reports that The Italian Ministry of Health has authorized Bio Hemp Farming (Bio Hemp), a consortium, to produce… Read More. The post Italy: Italian Ministry of Health has authorized Bio Hemp Farming (Bio Hemp) to produce CBD under special decree first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Poll finds growing support among North Carolina residents for legalization of marijuana – Cannabis Business Executive

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An Elon University poll has found growing support among North Carolina residents for legalizing marijuana for recreational use and continued strong support for allowing medical use. Nearly two-thirds of the state’s adults say they do not believe marijuana use is morally wrong and support reducing penalties for marijuana possession, saying that legalization would boost the economy.

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Mexico: New Rules and Current Status of Legalization

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THE PRICE – 1 Hour of CLE Credit FREE for Members (Reduced from $30) $30 for Non-Members (Reduced from $75)… Read More. The post Mexico: New Rules and Current Status of Legalization first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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First Women-Owned Cannabis and Hemp CBD Laboratory Gets Certified By WBENC

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In a major, history-defining move, Green Leaf Laboratory just got certified as the first-ever, woman-owned, cannabis and CBD Hemp laboratory—a huge, bold move for women in the industry and across the U.S. Calling themselves “pioneers in cannabis and hemp science,” and featuring women at work in the STEM field prominently on their website, Green Leaf are living up to their promise with this new designation. .

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Brazil: The São Paulo State Department of Health received a court order to pay for medical cannabis treatment

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The São Paulo State Department of Health has received a court order to pay for a private treatment that includes… Read More. The post Brazil: The São Paulo State Department of Health received a court order to pay for medical cannabis treatment first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Vancouver Council Votes To Slash Sky-High Fees For Cannabis Retailers

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A city councillor is hopeful this is the last year cannabis retailers in Vancouver will pay the highest licensing fees in the country. A motion passed Thursday is the first step in slashing the $34,000 annual fee — which is nearly ten times what liquor stores pay. Coun. Rebecca Bligh says the move is meant to help licensed retailers thrive. – Read the entire article at City News 1180.

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Peru: Two Pharmacy Chains To Sell Medical Cannabis

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Two pharmacy chains in Lima, Peru, already sell medicinal cannabis in 24 of their stores in Metropolitan Lima, benefiting more… Read More. The post Peru: Two Pharmacy Chains To Sell Medical Cannabis first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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South Dakota rejects telemedicine for medical marijuana consultations

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South Dakota lawmakers will not allow qualifying patients to use telehealth to consult with doctors or receive recommendations about medical marijuana. South Dakota rejects telemedicine for medical marijuana consultations is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs. View original article.

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Alert: The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) is hereby issuing Public Health and Safety Advisory 2021-01

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The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) is hereby issuing Public Health and Safety Advisory 2021-01 advising consumers and patients to… Read More. The post Alert: The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) is hereby issuing Public Health and Safety Advisory 2021-01 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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What if I Get Stopped With Cannabis and Forgot My Card?

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The laws around medical cannabis use can be confusing, but it’s important you know your rights as a card holder. There are ways for a registered medical marijuana patient to get arrested for possessing cannabis bought from a licensed dispensary in a state where medical marijuana is legal. Usually, a medical marijuana cardholder falls foul of the marijuana police by exceeding possession limits or.

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Ghana: Cannabis not legalised for recreational use – Ambrose Dery

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Ghanian press reports The Minister-designate for Interior, Ambrose Dery has stated that the legalisation of cannabis in the country was… Read More. The post Ghana: Cannabis not legalised for recreational use – Ambrose Dery first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Republicans plan to throw out Evers’ efforts to legalize marijuana and raise minimum wage – Cannabis Business Executive

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The Republican leaders of the Legislature’s budget committee said Thursday they would throw out central parts of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers’ budget, including his plan to legalize marijuana, raise the minimum wage and overhaul the state’s juvenile correctional system. They also suggested they wouldn’t let the sales tax go up and expressed strong doubts about going along with his plans to expand state health care programs under Obamacare.

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Mexico: State of Jalisco Looks At Bill To Regulate Industrial Hemp

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Noticias CBD reports… Deputy Edgar Enrique Velázquez González, presented the bill that contemplates the regulation of industrial hemp in the… Read More. The post Mexico: State of Jalisco Looks At Bill To Regulate Industrial Hemp first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Wisconsin Republicans Want To Throw Out Legalization Efforts

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As many feared and expected, Republican senators are objecting to Democratic Governor Tony Evers’ proposed budget for Wisconsin , which includes legal cannabis. . In addition to advocating for federal legalization, the budget talks about some other, progressive concepts, including raising the minimum wage, reforming the juvenile justice system, and expanding medicaid access. .

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February 19 2021: New Jersey Legal Cannabis and Marijuana Snowed In

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… Read More. The post February 19 2021: New Jersey Legal Cannabis and Marijuana Snowed In first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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What Do The Latest Studies Say About Older Adults Using Cannabis?

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Many seniors are well aware of the litany of serious adverse side-effects associated with available prescription drugs and perceive medical cannabis to be a practical and potentially safer alternative. Our parents and grandparents, pretty much anyone over the age of 65, are among the most vulnerable in the population. Their age alone makes them prone to so many illnesses and conditions because it’s simply part of getting old.

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February 17 2021: Minnesota House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 02/17/21

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02:08? – HF600 (Winkler) Cannabis Management Board and advisory councils established; use and sale reports required; adult use and possession… Read More. The post February 17 2021: Minnesota House Commerce Finance and Policy Committee 02/17/21 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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New cannabis SPAC raises $150 million in IPO for US acquisitions

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Choice Consolidation Corp., a new cannabis industry special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), raised $150 million in an initial public offering on the Canadian NEO Exchange. “We are thrilled to make our public market debut on the NEO Exchange as we begin our next phase of effecting our qualifying transaction with a focus on US cannabis acquisitions,” Choice Consolidation CEO Joe Caltabiano said in a news release issued Friday.

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Robbie The Springer Spaniel Busts Weed Coming Into Ireland From The Netherlands

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The Irish Times reports Herbal cannabis worth an estimated €260,000 was discovered in separate raids at Dublin Port on Thursday.… Read More. The post Robbie The Springer Spaniel Busts Weed Coming Into Ireland From The Netherlands first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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