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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/19

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! U.S. Representative Lou Correa (D-CA) this week introduced HR 493: The Sensible Enforcement Of Cannabis Act, which would codify the protections that were outlined in the now-rescinded Cole Memo. Additionally, a bipartisan coalition of U.S. House lawmakers introduced The Medical Cannabis Research Act of 2019 (HR 601), to facilitate federally-approved clinical trials involving cannabis.

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US Virgin Islands Legalize Medical Marijuana

Leafly

The US Virgin Islands this week became the latest US territory to greenlight medical cannabis. The post US Virgin Islands Legalize Medical Marijuana appeared first on Leafly.

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Your Complete Guide to Current Marijuana Laws in the US

Otherside Farms

There’s been a huge overhaul in marijuana laws across the country in the last few years. What used to be completely illegal almost everywhere has now been de-criminalized and made allowable in lots of different places. However, knowing exactly what’s allowed in what location can be a bit of a minefield, so this guide is here to help. If you’re trying to plan accordingly and would like to know where to go and where to avoid, then check out this list: Alaska.

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Cannabis & Yoga Is a Match Made in Heaven, Say Many Enthusiasts

Leafly

Could cannabis be the key to enhancing your next yoga session? The post Cannabis & Yoga Is a Match Made in Heaven, Say Many Enthusiasts 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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Saudi Arabia Still Executes Cannabis Smugglers Even Though It Is Illegal Under International Law

Cannabis Law Report

This isn’t a cheery weekend read but this Talking Drugs Article brings home the reality that Saudi Arabia is one of the world’s most prolific executioners, with drug-related executions making up a significant proportion of these deaths even though implementing the death penalty for people convicted of non-violent drug offences is illegal under international law.

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Demands Repeal On State’s Smokable Marijuana Ban

The Fresh Toast

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Demands Repeal On State’s Smokable Marijuana Ban Newly-elected Gov. Ron DeSantis demanded the state legislature to repeal the ban on smokable marijuana and heed the will of Florida voters. The post Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Demands Repeal On State’s Smokable Marijuana Ban appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Selecting a Cannabis Phenotype: How to Get the Best Version of Your Strain

Leafly

Ever wonder why the same strain is slightly different, depending on which store you get it at? Check out how growers select a cannabis phenotype for the best version of a strain. The post Selecting a Cannabis Phenotype: How to Get the Best Version of Your Strain appeared first on Leafly.

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Oregon: OLCC Alert: OLCC Commissioners Approve Stipulated Settlements for Recreational Marijuana Violations

Cannabis Law Report

Portland, Ore — At its monthly meeting January 17, 2019 meeting the Commissioners of the Oregon Liquor Control Commission approved the following fines and/or marijuana license suspensions or license surrenders based on stipulated settlements: Odin Distillations* will pay a fine of $2,310 or serve a 14-day recreational marijuana processor license suspension for two violations.

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Made in Oregon: Cannabis Seeds Available at Oregon Dispensaries

Leafly

Explore some of the very best genetics Oregon has to offer in seed-form. Featuring strains from Archive, Dynasty Genetics, and more, these seed packets promise a bright future for your cannabis garden. The post Made in Oregon: Cannabis Seeds Available at Oregon Dispensaries appeared first on Leafly.

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Chronic Cooking : Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich with Strawberry Yogurt Dip

Cannabis Life Network

If you’re thinking that a grilled peanut butter and banana sandwich with strawberry yogurt dip sounds a bit weird, then prepare yourself to be pleasantly surprised because it is 100% delicious. The pairing of peanut butter and bananas is a match made in heaven and the fact that it’s cannabis-infused is the ice cream on […]. The post Chronic Cooking : Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich with Strawberry Yogurt Dip appeared first on Cannabis Life Network.

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The Roll-Up #69: Burnin’ One With Grandma

Leafly

All the week's cannabis news analyzed and humorized and delivered pipin' hot. The post The Roll-Up #69: Burnin’ One With Grandma appeared first on Leafly.

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Flower One to bring Leading Cannabis Consumer Brand, Flyte Concentrates, to Nevada

Cannabis Life Network

FlytePenâ„¢ and JetPackâ„¢ cannabis products to be made available in Nevada in the coming months TORONTO /CNW/ – On Jan. 17, 2019, Flower One Holdings Inc. (“Flower One” or the “Company”) (CSE: FONE) (OTCQB: FLOOF) announced a new licensing agreement and Brand Partnership for cannabis-product fulfillment in Nevada. Flower One is licensed to manufacture, distribute and sell the […].

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Morning Massachusetts: Strains to Get Your Day Going

Leafly

While many folks use cannabis to relax and recharge, certain strains produce higher-energy effects, making them perfect for daytime use. The post Morning Massachusetts: Strains to Get Your Day Going appeared first on Leafly.

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Proposed Amendments to the Cannabis Regulations: Edible Cannabis, Cannabis Extracts and Cannabis Topicals

MedicalMarijuana.ca

Consultation: Strict regulation of edible cannabis, extracts and topicals. From: Health Canada. This consultation opened on December 20, 2018. It will close on February 20, 2019. We are seeking feedback on draft regulations to minimize the public health and public safety risks posed by: edible cannabis. cannabis extracts. cannabis topicals. These cannabis products will be permitted for legal sale under the Cannabis Act no later than October 17, 2019.

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This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Jan. 11-18

Leafly

Cannabis news from around the web. The post This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Jan. 11-18 appeared first on Leafly.

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California Allows Weed Deliveries to Towns and Communities with Banned Sales

Cannabis Maven

Cannabis delivery operations are free to deliver almost anywhere in California, even towns that barred the legal market.

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How Much Marijuana? How to Determine Your Personal Ideal Cannabis Dosage

Cannabis Cheri

There simply is NO SUCH THING as a single ideal cannabis dosage! This fact continually frustrates budding cannabis cooks (pun intended) who want an easy answer. We hear a lot about cannabis edibles dosages. States are imposing arbitrary dosage caps (usually 10 mgs. per serving). The media is filled will fear-mongering tales over people eating too much marijuana and going to the emergency room (not necessary, please read this article on what to do if you or someone you know ingests too much marij

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Hemp Cultivation – Key Points

Cannabis Maven

Now with the legalization of hemp, there are massive opportunities for farmers.

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Authored: 2018 Year in Review: Steady Progress Toward Legalization in NJ, NY & PA, Massachusetts Opens Recreational Dispensaries

Cannabis Law Report

Authored By: Patrick McKnight. December 21, 2018. Despite the progress and widespread optimism surrounding Garden State cannabis reform in 2018, politics has once again proven to be the biggest obstacle. On November 26th, New Jersey made headlines when bill S2703 left legislative committees and seemed destined for a quick approval vote by the Assembly and Senate.

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Oregon Cannabis: Are the Days of Administrative Settlement Over? Not Entirely.

Canna Law Blog

Make it happen! I’ve been suspicious the last few months that the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) is starting to set a zero tolerance policy for marijuana rule violations. Unfortunately, the extrinsic evidence seems to be proving my suspicions. As I’ve previously written, the OLCC settlement policies seemed to shift last September. In a first for the commission, they rejected a settlement proposal that would have allowed a licensee to keep its license and pay a fine.

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Cannabis Reclassification Delayed

Sensi Seeds

The Commission on Narcotic Drugs of the United Nations met in Vienna from 5 – 7 December 2018. It was supposed to be a red-letter day. Many things pointed to the possible announcement of a reclassification of cannabis, which would mark the beginning of the end of worldwide prohibition. Activists and patients who had travelled to the meeting were eagerly awaiting the World Health Organization’s recommendation.

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Cannabis Goes To Davos !

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the press release in full. TEL AVIV, Israel , Jan. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — The world’s top cannabis industry leaders will convene in an unprecedented gathering in Davos, Switzerland from January 22-25. Ehud Barak , former Israeli Prime Minister and Chairman of InterCure, Roei Zerahia CEO CANNDOC, Yona Levy CEO of Alvit and Tefen, Eyal Barad CEO Cannabics, Lorne Gertner Chairman of Hiku Brands, Jason Warnock CEO of TheraCann and Saul Kaye CEO of iCAN: Israel

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Cannabis Legalization & Decriminalization Bills For Virginia Shot Down In Committee

Cannabis Law Report

Local News Outlet 10WAVY reports. RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) — A local delegate’s push to legalize marijuana for recreational use was shot down, as well as several other major bills aimed at decriminalizing or legalizing the drug, before they even reached the full General Assembly this year. The Richmond Times-Dispatch reports a Republican-led Virginia House of Delegates subcommittee killed two bills aimed at legalization — one sponsored by Portsmouth Delegate Steve Heretick (D

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NORML Publish Their 2018-2019 US Governors Scorecard

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the introduction to the release. Public opinion in support of marijuana law reform, including adult use legalization, is at an all-time high. Nonetheless, few federal lawmakers are espousing views on cannabis policy that comport with those of the majority of their constituents. As a result, most legislative activity specific to marijuana policy takes place at the state level.

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