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California’s Rep. Barbara Lee on Why Legal Cannabis Must Require Social Equity, Too

NORML

Representative Barbara Lee. With the 2020 US Presidential race in full swing, we’re witnessing, for the first time, a moment when virtually every single Democratic candidate supports major cannabis law reforms at the federal level. But some Democrats have been fighting for for marijuana policy reform far longer than others. One of these politicians is Representative Barbara Lee ; she currently represents California’s 13th District which includes Alameda, Berkeley, and Oakland.

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Bernie Sanders Promises to Legalize Marijuana Through executive Order if Elected

The Joint Blog

Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders made a promise on Thursday to issue an executive order legalize marijuana nationwide if he’s elected. Sanders, a U.S. senator from Vermont, unveiled a legalization plan that would also vacate the records of those convicted of marijuana-related crimes, and invest tax revenue from legal sales of the drug in communities hit hardest by the enforcement of marijuana laws, reports Reuters.

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Can cannabis help with lupus? Patients recommend it, but research is lacking

Leafly

Despite so many people using cannabis for lupus, research and guidance from doctors remains in short supply. The post Can cannabis help with lupus? Patients recommend it, but research is lacking appeared first on Leafly.

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Virginia: Majority Shift in Legislature Opens Door for Major Marijuana Law Reform

NORML

Tuesday, November 5, control of Virginia’s legislature shifted to democrats, opening the door for decriminalization , expungement, and establishing a clear path to legalizing responsible adult-use in the Commonwealth. Despite broad support from legislators on both sides of the aisle, decriminalization, expungement, and legalization bills have historically met a swift demise along party lines in the House and Senate Committees that hear criminal justice bills.

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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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Federal Antitrust Scrutiny and (Certain) Cannabis Deals

Canna Law Blog

If you follow state-by-state legal cannabis legalization, you’re aware that despite the federal illegality of cannabis, certain federal agencies police the cannabis industry like they do any other legal industry. For example, the NLRB has been known to go after cannabis companies engaged in hostile workplace conduct and the Department of Treasury contemplates banking services to the industry under the 2014 FinCEN guidance.

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Quebec raising age of cannabis consumption to 21 in the new year

Leafly

One civil rights lawyer calls the provincial move unconstitutional, while public health experts point to potential risks for young adults. The post Quebec raising age of cannabis consumption to 21 in the new year appeared first on Leafly.

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Ontario to allow cannabis retailers to sell online and over the phone

Cannabis Life Network

TORONTO — Cannabis retailers will soon be able to sell products online or over the phone for in-store pick-up as the Ontario government adopts a “click-and-connect” sales model to expand access to legal marijuana. Finance Minister Rod Phillips announced the proposed changes in the government’s fall economic statement Wednesday, saying they will decrease waits for cannabis and help […].

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Surviving to Thriving: Meeting the Cannabinoid Buyer’s Needs of Tomorrow Today

CannaTech

In today’s blog, we are joined by Matthew Anderson, Founder/CEO Vanguard Scientific Systems, a world-leading provider of end-to-end solutions for integrated botanical extraction equipment and services. The Cannabinoid Buyer’s Needs of Tomorrow. The Global production of Cannabis and Hemp has been forecast to exceed 30 million kilos per year by 2022, with an expectation that more than 80% of the total biomass produced will be turned to oils, extracts, and additional ingredient derivatives to

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CO: On November 5, 2019, the State Licensing Authority adopted permanent rules for regulated marijuana, effective January 1, 2020

Cannabis Law Report

Dear MED Stakeholders and Licensees, On November 5, 2019, the State Licensing Authority adopted permanent rules for regulated marijuana, effective January 1, 2020. The adoption includes the repeal of the Medical Marijuana Rules, 1 CCR 212-1 and Retail Marijuana Rules, 1 CCR 212-2, both of which will be replaced by the Colorado Marijuana Rules, 1 CCR 212-3.

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Surviving to Thriving: Meeting the Cannabinoid Buyer’s Needs of Tomorrow Today

CannaTech

In today’s blog, we are joined by Matthew Anderson, Founder/CEO Vanguard Scientific Systems, a world-leading provider of end-to-end solutions for integrated botanical extraction equipment and services. The Cannabinoid Buyer’s Needs of Tomorrow. The Global production of Cannabis and Hemp has been forecast to exceed 30 million kilos per year by 2022, with an expectation that more than 80% of the total biomass produced will be turned to oils, extracts, and additional ingredient derivatives to

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Massachusetts: Federal Grand Jury Convened To Investigate, “Host Community Agreements” For Graft

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the introduction to their piece. In an effort to crack down on local corruption, U.S. Attorney Andrew Lelling has convened a federal grand jury to investigate municipal cannabis contracts—called “host community agreements”—in Massachusetts. Great Barrington, Eastham, Leicester, Newton, Northamptom and Uxbridge have received subpoenas from Lelling’s office inquiring about the cities’ host community agreements with the cannabis businesses operating within their borders, according to

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Why I Use Cannabis To Help Treat My Adult ADHD

The Fresh Toast

Cannabis is decidedly not a cure-all for this condition, but for some, its effects can provide a stimulant free adjustment of both attitude and attention. Continue reading Why I Use Cannabis To Help Treat My Adult ADHD at The Fresh Toast.

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Law Firm, Frost Brown Todd Launch, “The Hemp Legally Speaking Blog”

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the press release. Introducing The Hemp Legally Speaking Blog. We are pleased to announce Frost Brown Todd’s (FBT) newest resource – the Hemp Legally Speaking Blog – purpose-built to provide agribusinesses, manufacturers, retailers and other hemp industry participants with timely updates regarding the regulatory overlay for the hemp-derived CBD marketplace.

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Pain Relief: Marijuana vs. Opioids

CannaMD

Marijuana has long been used for pain in medical traditions around the world. Today, both patient experience and modern scientific research support claims of medical marijuana’s effectiveness for pain management. It is also known that marijuana targets the body’s pain receptors in ways similar to synthetic opioids. And so, in light of America’s ongoing struggle with a sweeping opioid crisis of addiction and overdose deaths, it makes sense that there is a growing interest both a

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USDA Releases Video Explainer On Its Draft Rules For Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

Click on the image to watch the video. Vincente Sedeberg have also published a video. Read the full Marijuana Moment Report here. USDA Releases Video Explainer On Its Draft Rules For Hemp.

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The best OG Kush in California—Leafly’s critic picks 2019

Leafly

A celebrity panel blind taste-tested six OG Kush finalists—the first-place finisher will blow your mind. The post The best OG Kush in California—Leafly’s critic picks 2019 appeared first on Leafly.

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Prohibition Partners Publish Inaugural Edition of , The Global Cannabis Report, 

Cannabis Law Report

Prohibition Partners is proud to launch The Global Cannabis Report , the most comprehensive review of the international industry to date. The report presents regulatory updates, market forecasts, political developments and the biggest commercial opportunities from around the globe. KEY FINDINGS FROM THE REPORT INCLUDE: The global legal cannabis market is projected to be worth up to US$103.9 billion by 2024.

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Gaining cannabis clarity: Tips for purchasing in a cluttered industry

Leafly

Purchasing cannabis can be confusing, but licensed producers like Figr are key to having a better understanding of your product. The post Gaining cannabis clarity: Tips for purchasing in a cluttered industry appeared first on Leafly.

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Massachusetts: Judge: Medical marijuana products exempt from Massachusetts vaping ban

Cannabis Law Report

6 News WRGB Albany reports…… …A Massachusetts judge says the state’s ban on the sale of vaping products can’t be enforced on medical marijuana products. Suffolk Superior Court Judge Douglas Wilkins ruled Tuesday that marijuana card holders seeking to purchase marijuana vaping products should be exempt from the four-month ban.

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Manitoba government wants to educate about cannabis edibles, ban public use

Cannabis Life Network

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is planning to caution people about edible cannabis products and ban consumption in public places. Justice Minister Cliff Cullen said Tuesday the Progressive Conservative government will introduce a bill in the legislature before mid-December to ban the public consumption of recreational cannabis in all its forms. Manitoba‘s current public-consumption law mentions only smoking or vaping, leaving the […].

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Santa Barbara County Collects $6.7 Million in Cannabis Taxes in First Year

Cannabis Law Report

The first year of voter-approved cannabis tax revenues brought in $6.7 million for Santa Barbara County, which is higher than expected, and the Board of Supervisors decided not to spend the surplus yet. Budget staff recommending leaving the $1,066,000 in the general fund reserves until the next budget workshops, in the spring, and the supervisors agreed.

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Halloween Shindig with Products by SeC

Cannabis Life Network

Things get a little spooky with the Stolbie Sisters at the Products by SeC Pop-Up Halloween Shindig where one of the biggest scares was just how amazing the quality of the cannabis and edibles was! Watch as the Stolbie Sisters avoid the creepy clown standing at the door and stroll into a wonderful Halloween event […]. The post Halloween Shindig with Products by SeC appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.

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MJ Biz Report: Nearly 400 California marijuana business licenses suspended, injecting fresh uncertainty into state’s cannabis industry

Cannabis Law Report

California has suspended nearly 400 marijuana business permits, temporarily paralyzing roughly 5% of the state’s legal cannabis supply chain ranging from retailers to distributors. Those companies must cease all sales transactions until their licenses are reinstated to “active” status, leading one prominent trade group to criticize the state for temporarily reducing the number of legal shops.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

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What adverse effects of CBD have been noted in clinical trials? In clinical trials evaluating CBD, adverse effects, including diarrhea, somnolence, decreased appetite, and increased levels of liver enzymes have been noted. See Answer. See Answer.

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California: Decriminalize California filed a proposed ballot measure last week that seeks to legalize the possession, cultivation and retail sale of psilocybin mushrooms in California.

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment Reports… Activists filed a proposed ballot measure last week that seeks to legalize the possession, cultivation and retail sale of psilocybin mushrooms in California. Decriminalize California, the group behind the petition, previously filed a narrower initiative to decriminalize the psychedelic statewide. But now they’re requesting a ballot title and summary for a new, more expansive proposal that also includes an relief for people who have previously been convicted of o

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Paraguay Legalizes Industrial Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

ICBC reports……A number of countries around the world still prohibit hemp production, however, a growing list of countries are allowing farmers to legally cultivate the versatile plant, with the latest being the nation of Paraguay. Per La Nacion : On Monday, the Executive Branch announced that President Mario Abdo signed the regulatory decree for the controlled production of industrial hemp or cannabis.

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High Times Re-Structures Dope Magazine Out of Seattle Into LA. 11 Dope Employees Off Into The Ether

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the information. Our question is. How long with High Times realistically remain under current management. We’d suggest you won’t be waiting too long before you hear about restructures at High Times. Interestingly we wonder how long Dope will even survive as a brand? Ganjapreneur report. On Wednesday, October 30, the majority of DOPE Magazine’s editorial team in Seattle was laid off by parent company High Times, according to an anonymous tip received by Ganjapreneur.

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Massachusetts: Cannabis Control Commission Plans Ahead For 2020

Cannabis Law Report

A New Chapter for the Cannabis Control Commission. Since its establishment, the Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) has worked tirelessly toward the goal of becoming a world-class agency committed to embodying modern, 21st century government. We strive to conduct business openly and transparently, leverage state-of-the-art technology, foster a great place to work, develop and enforce effective regulations, educate the public, and conduct robust research. . .

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University of Kentucky Research Foundation and ValidCare Partner to Research Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Nov. 5, 2019) — ValidCare, the hemp industry’s leading market intelligence and consumer research platform, and the University of Kentucky Research Foundation (UKRF) have announced they have entered into a services agreement to advance the research of hemp-derived products. The agreement will give hemp-derived product companies access to the broad resources of each organization to conduct clinical and/or observational research related to hemp-derived products and their effects on

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Medical cannabis company to make the most of Marlborough’s ‘California’ climate

Cannabis Law Report

A medical cannabis company has secured two sites in Marlborough, with plans to start commercial cultivation as soon as the “law allows” Puro director Sank Macfarlane said the company intended to grow medicinal cannabis in greenhouses in the Waihopai Valley and high-CBD (cannabidiol) hemp in Kekerengu, on the coast between Blenheim and Kaik?