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Missouri: St.Louis Lawmakers Repeal Local Marijuana Possession Laws

NORML

Under the newly signed law, the possession of personal use quantities of cannabis by adults will no longer be subject to civil penalties. Furthermore, police may no longer cite the odor of cannabis as justification for engaging in a warrantless search. The post Missouri: St.Louis Lawmakers Repeal Local Marijuana Possession Laws appeared first on NORML.

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Is your drug a psychedelic, a dissociative, or an empathogen?

Leafly

Ketamine affects the brain differently than ecstasy or psilocybin. Why? The answer lies in each drug's chemical structure. The post Is your drug a psychedelic, a dissociative, or an empathogen? appeared first on Leafly.

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What is HHC and how does it affect the body?

The Cannigma

Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC), which was patented in the late 1940s as a “therapeutic substance having marihuana activity,” is a cannabinoid that’s growing in popularity and availability. This synthetic derivative of naturally occurring delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (delta-9-THC) was first reported by noted cannabis chemist Professor Roger Adams at the University of Illinois in 1940. 1 2.

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7 last-minute weed gift ideas for the holidays and more

Leafly

Looking for a last minute weed gift? Leafly has your back with gifts for the special stoner in your life, even if you're a little late.???. The post 7 last-minute weed gift ideas for the holidays and more 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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Psychedelics in magic mushrooms and 6 hallucinogens beyond psilocybin

Cannabis Life Network

Psilocybe and inocybe mushrooms are a treasure cove of opportunity to clinicians, patients, and chemists. Psilocybin, the centrepiece of psychedelic mushroom literature, shares characteristics with a larger family of molecules. In fact, at least six other psychedelics in magic mushrooms form a matrix of hallucinogens beyond just psilocybin and its active metabolite.

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New Data Reveals Legal States Experienced Fewer Cases of EVALI

Veriheal

In 2019 the E-cigarette or Vaping-Use Associated Lung Injury (EVALI) outbreak was responsible for putting thousands of people in the hospital. Many blame an agent called vitamin E acetate , while one study has pointed to a terpene called phytol as the main culprit. While the health issues stemming from vaping are likely based on a web of factors, one thing is certain: The common factor among EVALI cases to date is illegally produced and sold vape pens.

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26-year-old Dubliner is Ireland’s First Medical Cannabis Access Program Patient

Cannabis Life Network

Four years after launch, Ireland has its first patient through the state-approved Medical Cannabis Access Program (MCAP). This milestone is significant in the ongoing campaign for medical cannabis. Politician Gino Kenny is the driving force behind the People Before Profit-Solidarity. Kenny aims to improve access to medical cannabis for tens of thousands of patients across […].

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Cannabis Trademark Litigation: Tread Carefully

Canna Law Blog

Federal cannabis trademark litigation is a difficult proposition. In a recent case filed by Wunderwerks, Inc. , a company that sells beverages infused with CBD and THC additives, we see another unfortunate example of this. Federal courts, at least, are still no friend to the cannabis industry. Wunderwerks had sued Dual Beverage Company LLC (“DBC”) in California district court for a variety of federal and state trademark infringement claims.

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Does Weed Expire? How to Tell When Cannabis Goes Bad

Leafwell

All cannabis has a shelf life, as it is a food product from plants. Just as a bunch of broccoli or spinach comes with an expiry date, so does fresh weed. Consuming marijuana at optimal freshness ensures that you’re getting the most out of the plant’s therapeutic cannabinoids and other natural compounds. The two main factors that determine how long a cannabis or CBD product will last are: What type.

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Reports On Legislative Changes In Thailand

Cannabis Law Report

Hemp Gazette. the New Straits Times reports the country plans to legalise all parts of the cannabis plant next year after it was removed from the new Narcotics code, which was released last Thursday. From next year, buds and flowers with equal to or less than 0.2% THC and seeds will be legalised, adding to the same status for cannabis stems, roots, leaves and sprigs currently.

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Answer of the Day for Dec 15, 2021

TheAnswerPage

Does CBD influence adenosine signaling or impact the activity of reactive oxygen species? Does CBD affect tumor necrosis factor activity or the proliferation of T cells? Yes. CBD enhances adenosine receptor signaling, and decreases reactive oxygen species activity, tumor necrosis factor activity, and T cell proliferation. As a result of these effects, CBD may impart analgesic properties and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Pfizer Moves Into Cannabis With Acquisition

Cannabis Law Report

Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc. is entering the cannabis space via the $6.7 billion acquisition of Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. The two publicly-traded companies confirmed Monday that they have signed a definitive agreement under which Pfizer will acquire all outstanding shares of Arena for $100 per share in an all-cash transaction. Pfizer expects to finance the transaction with existing cash on hand upon obtaining all necessary approvals.

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Arkansas Has Newly Proposed 2022 Ballot Initiatives for Cannabis Reform

Veriheal

The fight to legalize cannabis in Arkansas has gained more gusto than ever before with a new group of activists lobbying to get a reform initiative featured on the state’s 2022 ballot. Filed on Thursday, Nov. 4 with the secretary of state’s office, the latest legalization effort comes courtesy of Arkansans for Marijuana Reform. In an interview with Marijuana Moment , Campaign Director Melissa Fults said: “This is the right thing to do.

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Jersey Medical Cannabis Clinic Says It Has Zero Tolerance With People Trying To Access Medical Cannabis Using “Underhand” Methods

Cannabis Law Report

The Jersey Evening Post reports. A WARNING has been issued by a local medical cannabis clinic that it will ban patients trying to use what it called ‘underhand’ means to try to obtain ‘double medication’. Medicann – which operates clinics in Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man – recently posted a statement on Facebook after what it described as a ‘potential issue’ affecting one of its clinics.

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Berlin’s public transit company promises relaxing trips with edible hemp tickets!

Cannabis Law Report

Berlin’s public transport operator BVG has introduced an edible “hemp ticket” which it jokes can help alleviate the stress of travel at Christmas and take the edge off Berliners’ infamous crabbiness. Read more at. [link].

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Forbes Article: European Union Increases THC Level For Industrial Hemp. Why Does It Matter?

Cannabis Law Report

The European Parliament approved on November 24 to increase the THC level from 0.2% to 0.3% for hemp crops used for industrial purposes. The rise of the THC level for industrial hemp is part of the measures of the new Common Agricultural Policy ( CAP ) reforms, which will enter into force in 2023. . Farmers may receive EU subsidies if they use hemp varieties registered in the EU catalog with a maximum THC level of 0.3%.

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Cannaphyll® Debuts as America’s Strongest Hemp Topical

Cannabis Law Report

The Brand’s Premium Topicals Are Infused with Organic, Medical-Grade Hemp, and Are Hands Down the Most Effective on the Market. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. , Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Cannaphyll is a health and wellness company that understands the need for effective, nourishing skin and body care products. The brand has developed a trio of hemp-based topicals — cream, gel, and spray — that leans on a powerful blend of organic ingredients.

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Rooted Group – The Go-To For Administrative Infrastructure Secured 3 More Licenses Before Year’s End

Cannabis Law Report

Rooted Group, California’s biggest cannabis delivery platform, has just secured 3 new licenses before the end of the year. Effective Immediately, Rooted Group has added to it’s infrastructure by adding 3 more cannabis licenses. Currently working with almost a quarter of all licensed cannabis delivery services, the need to acquire more licenses to better support the logistical hurdles is necessary.

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AUDACIOUS To Enter New York Cannabis Market Through Partnership with First Americans of Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe

Cannabis Law Report

AUDACIOUS (CSE: AUSA) (OTC: AUSAF), an emerging global cannabis company with an expanding suite of multinational operations, announced today it has entered into a letter of intent (LOI) with First Americans, LLC of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe in upper New York state for the joint development and operation of a cannabis operation on tribal land. The agreement will create a partnership to operate cultivation, processing and manufacturing facilities, as well as two retail dispensaries, on tribal

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Curaleaf raises record $425 million from 8% debt financing

Cannabis Law Report

WAKEFIELD, Mass. , Dec. 13, 2021 / PRNewswire / — Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF) (“Curaleaf” or the “Company”), a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, today announced that it has received commitments for a private placement of 8.0% Senior Secured Notes due 2026 (the “Notes”) for aggregate gross proceeds of US$425 million (the “Offering”).

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In Case You Missed It Malta Regulates For Adult Use Cannabis. Bill Text & Media Reports

Cannabis Law Report

We reported this yesterday and the media worldwide seems very excited by the prospect that adults in Malta can now grow a couple of plants! bill-241-authority-on-the-responsible-use-of-cannabis-bill. MJ Biz. [link]. Marijuana Moment. Malta Set To Become First Country In Europe To Legalize Marijuana This Week. Malta planning to become first in EU to legalise marijuana.

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New Mexico Credit Union Receives the Nation’s First Financial Institution Certification for Cannabis and Hemp Banking Protocols

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the press release. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. , Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Today, New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas announces that New Mexico -based US Eagle Federal Credit Union is the first financial institution to become certified in the country for outstanding U.S. monetary banking protocols in banking cannabis and hemp operations.

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Alert: Transitioning from Leaf to CCRS

Cannabis Law Report

December 14, 2021. To: Cannabis Licensees, Commercial Integrators and Labs. Fr: CCRS Project Team. Re: Transitioning from Leaf to CCRS. Below you will find important updates and reminders about the Cannabis Central Reporting System (CCRS). Thus far, approximately 60% of licensees have successfully logged into CCRS and there has been positive trending each day.

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New York Lawmaker Files Bill To Legalize Medical Psilocybin Treatments

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment reports. A New York lawmaker on Monday introduced a bill to legalize psilocybin mushrooms for medical purposes and establish facilities where the psychedelic could be grown and administered to patients. Assemblyman Pat Burke (D) filed the legislation, which would create a system in New York that’s similar to the psilocybin program that was legalized via a ballot initiative in Oregon last year.

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What is the legal status of CBD in the US and around the world? 

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabidiol (CBD) is a natural compound found in cannabis which, unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), has no psychoactive effects. However, like the latter, it offers many therapeutic benefits, including anxiety reduction, pain relief, and prevention of seizures. Besides, the current legal status of CBD in the world is still very complicated, as it depends on the regulations in force within each country.

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Georgia Medical Marijuana commissioner removed following I-Team report of a GBI investigation

Cannabis Law Report

Fox 5 News reports. ATLANTA – Georgia ’s Speaker of the House, David Ralston, has removed one of the members of the Georgia Medical Marijuana Commission. Ralston’s action follows an I-Team report that the GBI is investigating Austell Police Chief Bob Starrett. Starrett has been a member of the Medical Cannabis Commission since its inception.

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Flora Growth to Host Year End Review Webinar Today

Cannabis Law Report

Flora CEO Luis Merchan to provide an update on Flora’s 2021 operational performance, provide commentary on the 2022 revenue guidance of US$35-45 Million, and hold a brief question-and-answer session. MIAMI & TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) (“Flora” or the “Company”), a leading all-outdoor cultivator and manufacturer of global cannabis products, will hold a webinar today, December 14, at 4:30 p.m.

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 Columbia Care Launches the UK’s Broadest Portfolio of Doseable Medical Cannabis Extract Vaporizer Pens; First Company to Manufacture Extract Vaporization Products in the UK

Cannabis Law Report

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Columbia Care Inc. (NEO: CCHW) (CSE: CCHW) (OTCQX: CCHWF) (FSE: 3LP) (“Columbia Care” or the “Company”), announced today that it is the first company to formulate medical cannabis extract vaporizer pen products in a UK-based manufacturing premises, licensed and approved by the UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Home Office.

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HempFusion Launches Project OPTIMIZE to Drive $4 Million of Annual Savings

Cannabis Law Report

Provides Corporate Update on Retail Wins, Including the Launch of Sagely Naturals, HempFusion and Probulin in Key US Retailers. DENVER–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $CBD.U #CBD –HempFusion Wellness Inc. (TSX:CBD.U) (OTCQB:CBDHF) (FWB:8OO) (“HempFusion” or the “Company”), a leading health and wellness company offering premium probiotic supplements and products containing CBD, today announces Project OPTIMIZE, a new initiative approved by the board of directors of the Company to optimize oper

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Fluence Supports SunMed Growers’ Rapid Scale as Maryland Cultivator Achieves 30% Yield Increase Under High-Light-Intensity Strategy

Cannabis Law Report

Fluence will serve as SunMed’s exclusive LED provider as the cultivator retrofits its greenhouse facilities and doubles the amount of LED lighting in its upcoming expansion. AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Fluence by OSRAM (Fluence), a leading global provider of energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial cannabis and food production, announced today its partnership with SunMed Growers, a 250,000-square-foot greenhouse cannabis facility located in Warwick, Maryland.