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Growing a Cannabis Economy on White Earth

Project CBD

Ojibwe tribal leader Winona LaDuke advocates for cannabis cultivation as part of an Indigenous Green New Deal.

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Federal Report: Marijuana Treatment Admissions Among Youth Decline Sharply in Legalization States

NORML

"Adolescent treatment admissions for marijuana declined in most of states. The mean annual admissions rate for all states declined over the study period by nearly half.". The post Federal Report: Marijuana Treatment Admissions Among Youth Decline Sharply in Legalization States appeared first on NORML.

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The Roll-up #172: Free the Old Guy, Part II: He’s Coming Home

Leafly

Richard DeLisi was sent to prison decades ago, caught in a marijuana sting operation. He'll finally walk free next month. We talk to one of the lawyers who helped make it happen. The post The Roll-up #172: Free the Old Guy, Part II: He’s Coming Home appeared first on Leafly.

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Weekly Cannabis Roundup November 20

Veriheal

This week in cannabis news, cannabis wins the US 2020 Elections, Virginia is quickly blazing through cannabis reform and the longest-serving cannabis prisoner is set to be released. Video Transcript. Cannabis is the clear winner of the US 2020 Elections . and the longest-serving cannabis prisoner will be released. This is Lo with Veriheal keeping you up to date with the latest in cannabis news.

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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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Get BOGO deals from five CBD this holiday season

Leafly

Stuff those stockings with buy-one-get-one free CBD + THC products from five. The post Get BOGO deals from five CBD this holiday season appeared first on Leafly.

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2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Sesh

Leafly

The Stocking Sesh section of the Leafly 2020 Holiday Gift Guide is full of stocking stuffers for $50 or less. The post 2020 Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Sesh appeared first on Leafly.

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Michigan Sets the Stage to Slash Cannabis Convictions

Veriheal

Michigan, nicknamed “The Wolverine State”, is next to clear some past cannabis convictions. Apparently, the only convictions being cleared are those that occurred on or after December 6, 2018. The Detroit Free Press was quoted saying that Michigan lawmakers had approved a proposal that would “create a process to streamline expungement of marijuana offenses if the activity that led to the conviction would have been legal under the recreational marijuana law. ” One of the s

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The Leafly 2020 Holiday Gift Guide

Leafly

It's the most wonderful time of the weirdest year ever. Give your friends and family the cannabis gifts and accessories they've been wanting with the Leafly 2020 Holiday Gift Guide. The post The Leafly 2020 Holiday Gift Guide appeared first on Leafly.

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What Would Happen if Texas Legalized Cannabis?

Veriheal

While Oregon became the first state to decriminalize all drugs , this election cycle also saw five other states passing legislation that will ultimately make cannabis more accessible to their citizens. New Jersey, Montana, and Arizona all legalized recreational cannabis, establishing age restrictions for its use and guidelines around who can grow it and how much.

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Lori Ajax To Resign From California’s Regulatory Body, BCC (Bureau Cannabis Control)

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz are reporting. After nearly five years of overseeing the rollout of California’s statewide marijuana regulatory system, Lori Ajax is retiring. Alex Traverso, spokesman … Read More. The post Lori Ajax To Resign From California’s Regulatory Body, BCC (Bureau Cannabis Control) first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Is It Necessary to Have a Vaporizer to Consume Cannabis?

LIWTS

Vaping has become the consumption method of choice for a new generation of health-conscious smokers. Safer and more socially acceptable, vaping replaces the smoke from a cigarette with vapor that is produced via a vape pen, or one of many other devices. The vape market began with e-liquids - flavored oils that could be put [ ] The post Is It Necessary to Have a Vaporizer to Consume Cannabis?

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November 20 2020: Commission Approves Recreational Marijuana License Stipulated Settlements

Cannabis Law Report

Portland, OR — At its regular monthly meeting on November 19, 2020, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission approved eight recreational marijuana license stipulated settlements. Additionally, … Read More. The post November 20 2020: Commission Approves Recreational Marijuana License Stipulated Settlements first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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5 Things to Talk About Besides Politics

CannaMD

Who would’ve ever thought marijuana would be the least controversial thing you could talk about during holiday get-togethers?! And yet – thanks to a global pandemic, divisive election, and (let’s not forget!) a wealth of new research legitimizing marijuana’s role in patient care – here we are. So, whether you’re looking to avoid a confrontation with that one relative who always posts the most infuriating things or simply spice up your turkey-time conversations, CannaMD ha

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Arcview Publish Report: China A Rising CBD Superpower

Cannabis Law Report

All we’ll say is expect a lot of product that when tested won’t meet standards. There are a lot of companies and consumers that will … Read More. The post Arcview Publish Report: China A Rising CBD Superpower first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Arizona Prop 207: Medical Marijuana Goes Recreational

Leafwell

Is weed legal in Arizona? That may not be the first question every new visitor to the Grand Canyon state asks. But it does have the best answer. On 3rd November 2020, voters in Arizona approved Proposition 207, legalizing recreational marijuana in the state. So, yes, weed is legal in Arizona. At least, it will be very soon! Legal medical marijuana has a long history in Arizona.

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Part 2: Does the Fifth Amendment Apply in OLCC Marijuana Compliance Investigations?

Cannabis Law Report

This is the second post in a two-part series on whether the Fifth Amendment protection against self-incrimination applies in the context of regulatory hearings with … Read More. The post Part 2: Does the Fifth Amendment Apply in OLCC Marijuana Compliance Investigations? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Best States For Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

The Fresh Toast

Best States For Medical Marijuana Dispensaries. Despite the extra hurdles required of medical marijuana dispensary owners, there are more markets where medical marijuana is permitted. The post Best States For Medical Marijuana Dispensaries appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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This Is A Bit Weird. Hemp Company Launch “Midnight Express-Find Your Freedom” Pre – Roll Joints

Cannabis Law Report

We will just leave you with one of the odder press releases and product launches we’ve seen this month. It smacks of exploitatation to us.… Read More. The post This Is A Bit Weird. Hemp Company Launch “Midnight Express-Find Your Freedom” Pre – Roll Joints first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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The Option of Bankruptcy Grows Clearer for Hemp Businesses

Canna Law Blog

As we’ve written about before , bankruptcy hasn’t been a viable option for cannabis businesses, including ancillary businesses that derive any portion of their revenue from cannabis. That was expected to change for hemp and CBD businesses after the 2014 Farm Bill, and especially after hemp was legalized as a commodity under the 2018 Farm Bill (and removed from the Controlled Substances Act).

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US HempTV Episode 2: Jonathan Miller Interviews Rep. Kurt Schrader (D-OR)

Cannabis Law Report

On November 16, 2020, U.S. Congressman Kurt Schrader (D-OR) joined U.S. Hemp Roundtable General Counsel, Jonathan Miller, to discuss the recent introduction of H.R. 8179: … Read More. The post US HempTV Episode 2: Jonathan Miller Interviews Rep. Kurt Schrader (D-OR) first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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New Music Fridays: Diplo, Chris Lake, Habstrakt, and AC Slater.

Cannabis Life Network

Congratulations on making it to the end of the week, as a gift to you we are presenting you with this week’s top picks of new music. This week features a full house music highlight with Diplo, Chris Lake, Habstrakt, and AC Slater. Turn Back Time – Diplo & Sonny Fodera Our first musical pick […]. The post New Music Fridays: Diplo, Chris Lake, Habstrakt, and AC Slater. appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Ruling : California Delivery Legal Challenge Thrown Out

Cannabis Law Report

A California judge has thrown out the legal challenge to the policy enacted in 2018 by marijuana regulators that allows cannabis products to be delivered … Read More. The post Ruling : California Delivery Legal Challenge Thrown Out first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

What psychiatric condition is most often listed as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana? The psychiatric diagnosis most often listed as a qualifying condition by the medical marijuana legal US states is PTSD, but other psychiatric diagnoses include Tourette syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease, and autism. See Answer. See Answer.

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DOCUMENT: EXPLANATORY STATEMENT FOR AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOPMENT, FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, AND RELATED AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS BILL, 2021

Cannabis Law Report

November 2020: OVERVIEW AND SUMMARY OF THE BILL: The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies appropriations bill provides funding for a … Read More. The post DOCUMENT: EXPLANATORY STATEMENT FOR AGRICULTURE, RURAL DEVELOPMENT, FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION, AND RELATED AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS BILL, 2021 first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Canadian Fund Manager Publishes Cannabis Investment History Book

Cannabis Law Report

Dan Ahrens, chief operating officer and portfolio manager at AdvisorShares, has published “Investing in Cannabis: The Next Great Investment Opportunity” published by Wiley. He told … Read More. The post Canadian Fund Manager Publishes Cannabis Investment History Book first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Politico Article Details The Dogs Dinner That Is The Drafting Of NJ Cannabis Legislation

Cannabis Law Report

You’ve seen it all before in other states but just in case you feel like reading it again Politico has an entertaining report of the … Read More. The post Politico Article Details The Dogs Dinner That Is The Drafting Of NJ Cannabis Legislation first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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PURA Launches Hemp Farmers Co-Op Marketing Campaign

Cannabis Law Report

Puration, Inc. (OTC PINK: PURA) today announced launching a campaign to build a coalition of hemp famers under one brand name in the same way … Read More. The post PURA Launches Hemp Farmers Co-Op Marketing Campaign first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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USA: South East Hemp Association Launches

Cannabis Law Report

The former North Carolina Industrial Hemp Association has now expanded into multiple states. Here’s their press release. Focusing on the growth of collaborative opportunities across … Read More. The post USA: South East Hemp Association Launches first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Project CBD publish first in 5 part series about, “Hemp & Native American Sovereignty”

Cannabis Law Report

We will be following this series with great interest. Bill Weinberg writes November 19, 2020. The original peoples of what is now the United States … Read More. The post Project CBD publish first in 5 part series about, “Hemp & Native American Sovereignty” first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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