Wed.Apr 26, 2023

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CBD Enhances Glucose Metabolism via Nuclear Receptors

Project CBD

Cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2 are the definitive and best-known targets of endogenous and plant-derived cannabinoids, but they’re far from the only ones. Several phytocannabinoids, including cannabidiol (CBD), for example, and the two primary endocannabinoids — anandamide and 2-AG — have been shown to interact with peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors, or PPARs 1 (pronounced pee-parrs ), which are found on the surface of the cell’s nucleus.

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Texas: House Advances Marijuana Penalty Reduction Legislation

NORML

"Texas leads the nation in marijuana-related arrests. Passage of this legislation will end this dubious distinction." The post Texas: House Advances Marijuana Penalty Reduction Legislation appeared first on NORML.

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Zkittlez strain grower Royal Budline wins $40,000 on 4/20

Leafly

Read Strain News Weekly #3. The post Zkittlez strain grower Royal Budline wins $40,000 on 4/20 appeared first on Leafly.

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What’s It Like to Intern with NORML?

NORML

NORML 2023 spring intern Christopher Handwerger answers questions about his experience. The post What’s It Like to Intern with NORML? appeared first on NORML.

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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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Michigan Businessman Pleads Guilty to Bribing Former Medical Cannabis Agency Head

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur report A second person has pleaded guilty to a bribery scheme between would-be cannabis operators and the former head of the Michigan Medical Marihuana Licensing Board. A Michigan businessman last week pleaded guilty to paying bribes to the former head of the state’s Medical Marihuana Licensing Board, the Detroit News reports.

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Review: Bubba Fett by Rythm

Illinois News Joint

One of the things I miss most about working behind the counter at a dispensary is the opportunity to find out what others enjoy. Cannabis consumers have some of the most diverse tastes, and I never knew what to expect. During my time working in Missouri, one of the cultivars that seemed to be on everyone’s list was Bubba Fett. Recently, I had the chance to try a sample of this strain from Rythm.

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B.C. Throws Money at Indigenous Cannabis Industry 

Cannabis Life Network

The B.C. government plans to throw $2.3 million taxpayer dollars at the province’s Indigenous cannabis industry. The announcement comes a few days after a First Nations group called for Cannabis Act reforms. Concerning the Indigenous cannabis industry, while the B.C. government pays lip service to Indigenous sovereignty, their actions have been all over the map.

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High-Minded Events offers Full Service Cannabis Bars

Illinois News Joint

Weddings are one of the most memorable events in a person’s life. To make this day even more special, cannabis-friendly couples are now incorporating a new legal way to celebrate at the reception: a Full Service Cannabis Bar. High-Minded Events is leading this trend by providing this special service and more for couples who want to add cannabis to their wedding celebration.

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Singapore Has Hanged Cannabis Smuggler

Cannabis Law Report

Extremely sad but inevitable news Singapore has hanged a prisoner for conspiracy to smuggle one kilogram of cannabis, authorities said, ignoring international protests and concerns that he lacked full access to a lawyer or interpreter.

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Webinar Takeaways: IRS Cannabis Taxes and Enforcement

Canna Law Blog

On April 13th, I moderated a webinar about cannabis taxes called “ IRS Enforcement of Cannabis Operators is Here – What Do We Do Now? “ Cannabis taxes should scare anyone in the industry, but federal incomes taxes under I.R.C. 280E probably take the cake when it comes to general anxiety. Our webinar featured Ani Gaylan and Jonathan Kalinski who are both tax attorneys from Los Angeles, representing clients in the cannabis industry facing 280E audits and controversy cases.

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Colorado Launches State-Funded Loan Program for Cannabis Businesses

Cannabis Law Report

Westword reports Colorado is launching a state-funded loan program for marijuana business owners, one of the first of its kind in the country, according to Governor Jared Polis.

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Is Texas lagging behind on medical marijuana legislation?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

On 4/20, remember: expanding Texas medical marijuana law can save lives Texas’ medical marijuana program is lagging behind other states.

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DID NEW YORK’S OFFICE OF CANNABIS MANAGEMENT JUST OVERREACH ON HEMP CANNABINOIDS?

Cannabis Law Report

In a recently issued “Important Update” available here, the New York Office of Cannabis Management made this bold pronouncement: “The Office of Cannabis Management has become aware of the sale of high THC hemp derived products marketed as meeting the definition of hemp, having a delta-9 THC content below 0.3% THC.

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Texas House Passes Marijuana Decriminalization Bill

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The Texas House of Representatives on Wednesday gave preliminary approval a bill to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of.

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SAFE Re-Introduced Again

Cannabis Law Report

NCIA have written a good piece If, like us you have now given up on the legislative history of the act just pop over to Wikipedia to remind yourself We are now 4 years after the initial submission On March 7, 2019, the bill was introduced in U.S.

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For more than 10 years, Idaho marijuana legalization has failed. 2023 session was no different.

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Despite public support and more than 10 years worth of efforts to create medical marijuana programs in Idaho — through bills.

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The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) on Tuesday awarded $20 million in cannabis research grants to 16 academic institutions

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) on Tuesday awarded $20 million in cannabis research grants to 16 academic institutions in the state. Rasha Salama, DCC chief deputy director, said the studies funded by the grants “will provide valuable insights on topics of interest to California’s consumers, businesses, and policy makers.

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Granite Falls woman sentenced after juvenile steals marijuana she attempted to sell him

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Getty Images, editorial A Granite Falls woman, Julia Jean Rose Kocher, age 19, has been sentenced in Redwood County Court.

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June 29, 2023 Women Cannabis Leader’s Panel Global Capital Network Investor Conference

Cannabis Law Report

Sean, You are invited to join Women Cannabis Leaders, investors, and industry professionals at the June 29th, 2023 Global Capital Network Investor Conference at the Hyatt Regency, Newport Beach, California. Women Cannabis Leader”s Panel Crystal Wampler, Founder, Cathetics Davina Kaonohi, CEO & Founder, Element Apothec Mandy Lile, Founder, Potency No.

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Mislabeled melatonin gummies found to contain harmful doses

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Small money moves for big.

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Another Interstate Cannabis Commerce Bill gets Filed – This Time It’s Maine

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur have the story. Here’s the introduction A lawmaker has filed a bill to allow Maine to enter into interstate cannabis commerce agreements with other legalized states. The legislation from Rep.

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Abortion, marijuana decriminalization, the climate, and law enforcement featured on local ballots in Texas on May 6 – Ballotpedia News

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Ballotpedia is covering 47 ballot measures in seven counties in Texas on May 6. Five of the 47 are citizen.

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Colorado Senate Passes Psychedelics Regulation Bill

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment has the story and there’s a video too on you tube The Colorado Senate has passed a bill to create a regulatory framework for legal psychedelics under a voter-approved initiative.

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CBD oil for erectile dysfunction

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may.

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NEW BOOK PUBLISHED: RELIGOUS FREEDOM AND THE GLOBAL REGULATION OF AYAHUASCA – ROUTLEDGE

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s their book blurb The world ayahuasca diaspora has been one of the most fascinating aspects of the psychedelic renaissance. Not only ayahuasca use has expanded to unprecedented levels, reaching a vast number of countries, but it has also gone through important reinventions.

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POSaBIT Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

TORONTO & SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–POSaBIT Systems Corporation (CSE: PBIT, OTC: POSAF) (the “Company” or “POSaBIT”), a leading provider of payments infrastructure.

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C3 is hosting a series of sessions to inform our response to Health Canada’s consultation on amendments to cannabis regulations.

Cannabis Law Report

C3 is hosting a series of sessions to inform our response to Health Canada’s consultation on amendments to cannabis regulations. Learn more on our website at cannabis-council.ca/hcconsultation or click below to register.

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Answer of the Day for Apr 27, 2023

TheAnswerPage

In a large cross-sectional survey (n= 1661) involving adults with chronic pain who lived in the 36 states (and Washington, DC) with active medical cannabis programs in March to April 2022, 31% of the participants reported that they had used cannabis to manage their pain symptoms at least at one point in the previous 12 months.Do you think that most people also used NON-pharmacologic agents to help manage their pain?

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MJ Biz Report Says That Australia’s Medical Cannabis Approvals May Exceed Canada’s Soon

Cannabis Law Report

It isn’t hard to work out why this might be the case in Australia but the “industry”, the TGA and the current federal and state govts just don’t want to tackle the issue of regulated adult use cannabis in this country so “Medical Cannabis” , as we all know in Australia , is a great […]

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WM Technology, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2023 Financial Results Conference Call

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)—- $MAPS #weedmaps–WM Technology, Inc. (“WM Technology” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: MAPS), the leading marketplace and technology solutions.