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Lexblog Article: CBD: Sometimes It Can Be Legal but Still “Unlawful”

Cannabis Law Report

In the Agricultural Act of 2014 (“2014 Farm Bill”), Congress exempted “industrial hemp” from the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) in certain narrow circumstances. Among other … Read More.

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Why Is The SAFE Banking Act So Important?

MassRoots

One of the most important pieces of cannabis related legislation, the Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act ( SAFE Banking Act ), has the chance to be included in the next round of COVID-19 relief legislation in the United States. The House approved the inclusion in May when representatives passed the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act (HEROES Act), and it will soon be the Senate’s turn.

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LSD Chemist William Leonard Pickard to be Released From Prison

Cannabis Law Report

July 27 2020 A source has informed Psymposia that William Leonard Pickard was officially released from prison today, July 27, at 3PM PST. Pickard will … Read More.

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How to Get a Job in the Medical Marijuana / Cannabis Industry

Cannabis Life Network

Working in the medical marijuana industry may look like a great way to mix the concepts of “fun” and “profit” (and it certainly can be!) but behind the appealing veil of dense smoke and cash money lurks a whole lot of work, effort, knowledge and sometimes even just flat-out luck. Getting a job in the […]. The post How to Get a Job in the Medical Marijuana / Cannabis Industry appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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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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Florida’s Agriculture Commissioner Revealed To Have Actively Hidden Stake In Harvest Health & Recreation

Cannabis Law Report

US publication The Capitolist is reporting that Nikki Fried whose managed public image over the past few years, has been one of youth, honesty & … Read More.

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Cannabis Quality Virtual Conference Series

Cannabis Law Report

THE PRICE – Check Website For Details THE DATE – See Below THE RATING – THE BLURB – Cannabis Quality Virtual Conference Series: Every Tuesday, … Read More.

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VIBES Fine Rolling Papers Introduces The Highly Anticipated Cubano Cone Alongside New Streetwear Collection

Cannabis Life Network

July 28, 2020 07:30 ET | Source: Greenlane BOCA RATON, Fla., July 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Greenlane Holdings, Inc. (“Greenlane” or “the Company”) (Nasdaq: GNLN), one of the largest global sellers of premium cannabis accessories, child-resistant packaging, and specialty vaporization products, today announced the launch of VIBES™ Cubano Cones and a new VIBES apparel collection featuring six unique designs […].

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Illinois: New Cannabis licenses delayed indefinitely, KPMG still pockets $7M from state to rank applicants

Cannabis Law Report

The Chicago Sun Times is reporting… KPMG was given two no-bid contracts to grade firms applying to open new cannabis businesses, but the process hit … Read More.

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Webinar: Why Cannabis is Effective for Chronic Pain and Insomnia

Leafwell

Our team here at Leafwell is committed to learning as much as possible about medical cannabis and its uses, as well as sharing our knowledge with the wider community. To do this, we partner with other industry experts in the cannabis space who share our passion and commitment to expanding the knowledge base around medical cannabis. Leafwell and Vireo Health presented a webinar in July 2020 which.

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Cannabis IP-Licensing Company Launches In San Diego

Cannabis Law Report

The Weed Blog reports… Cannabis industry professionals Dale Hunt, PhD, JD, Ethan Russo, MD, and Robert C. Clarke have brought together their expertise and joined … Read More.

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Legal Cannabis States: Student Binge Drinking Drops

CannaMD

The benefits of marijuana may be more far-reaching than we think. According to a recent analysis , in states where recreational marijuana use has been legalized, student binge drinking plummeted – an important finding, as the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reported that binge drinking contributed to the deaths of approximately 1,519 students in 2018.

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PURA today confirmed the cannabis cultivation deal with PAO Group, Inc

Cannabis Law Report

Puration, Inc. (USOTC: PURA) today confirmed the cannabis cultivation deal with PAO Group, Inc. (USOTC: PAOG) is expected to close tomorrow, July 28 , 2020. … Read More.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

What is the most common mode of CBD administration? According to a 2017–2018 online survey evaluating modes of CBD administration, the most common method of CBD administration was sublingual, followed by vaping, oral ingestion of capsules and liquids, smoking, edibles, and topical administration. See Answer. See Answer.

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California pharma company announces plans to buy CBD beauty, pet brand

Cannabis Law Report

Hemp Industry Daily reports… A drug delivery and development company in California with ambitions of entering the CBD consumer products market has made a $20 … Read More.

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CBD Oil for Dogs: Top Benefits and Treatments

The Joint Blog

CBD has become a household terms and associated with many health benefits. It is among the active chemicals found in the cannabis plants and the largest source of CBD is derived from the Hemp flower. Why is CBD oil from Hemp plant liked by so many around the world? It is because it contains low levels of THC content (below 0.3%); thus, it does not cause the euphoric effects or make you high.

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Breaking: The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) Issues Warnings & Opens Investigations Into 3 Dispensaries

Cannabis Law Report

The Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB) has opened investigations into three dispensaries for selling product that twice failed microbial testing. On March 5, 2020, the … Read More.

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U.S. House Approves Allowing Military Members to Use CBD

The Joint Blog

The United States House of Representatives approved an amendment to a defense spending bill on Monday that would allow members of the military to use CBD, according to a report from High Times. The amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was introduced by Representative Tulsi Gabbard (D), who was a presidential candidate for the Democrat party earlier this year.

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Cannabis Industry And CoVid19 Fighting It Out

Cannabis Law Report

For years the Cannabis industry has been impressively growing. Before CoVid19, it was the fastest growing industry in the market. Since this pandemic has hit, … Read More.

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Montana Marijuana Legalization Initiative to Be on November Ballot

The Joint Blog

Montana may be the next state in the U.S. to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes! Acampaign to legalize marijuana said Friday it has cleared the signature hurdles to see its two initiatives on the ballot in Montana’s general election in less than four months’ time. According to reports from the Montana Secretary of State’s Office, 35,458 signatures have been collected on a petition to put Initiative 190 on the ballot: The initiative is sponsored by New Approach Monta

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Cannabis Legal Group – Cannabusiness Live

Cannabis Law Report

After a 4 month long hiatus, Cannabusiness Live is back (and better than ever)! We will be returning Friday, August 7th and continuing every other … Read More.

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New Jersey: Supermajority Back Legalization Measure Ahead of November Vote

NORML

Majorities of Democrats (78 percent), Independents (63 percent), and Republicans (57 percent) back the 2020 ballot measure. The post New Jersey: Supermajority Back Legalization Measure Ahead of November Vote appeared first on NORML.

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LATEST SENATE CORONAVIRUS RELIEF BILL OMITS CANNABIS BANKING PROTECTION

Cannabis Law Report

Once again, the Senate appears to be punting on much-needed banking and insurance reform for the cannabis industry. The SAFE Banking Act would allow banks … Read More.

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UK: Environmental Land Management (ELM) Policy discussion webinar 28 July 2020 – 8:30am

Cannabis Law Report

Although this is a general and over- arching discussion of agricultural policy issues in the UK , we suggest it’s probably worth a read by … Read More.

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Turtle Mountain preps for first hemp growing season

Cannabis Law Report

The Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Tribe has completed testing stages for growing hemp required to move forward with Project Green Buffalo. The project, which … Read More.

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Webinar Series: Regulations and Opportunities in Key Latin American Markets

Cannabis Law Report

THE PRICE – Free? THE DATE – August 3-6, 2020 THE RATING – THE BLURB – The cannabis industry continues to expand internationally, with Latin … Read More.

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Too Much Florida Is Barely Enough! Florida Woman Arrested After Attacking Father Because He Didn’t Share His Medical Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Yes you did just read that headline… 22-year-old Dakota DiRienzo of Sebastian, Florida following a domestic dispute when she attacked her father. Dakota allegedly attacked … Read More.

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Press Release: Groundbreaking partnership will deliver regulatory-compliant and effective commercial hemp products

Cannabis Law Report

AUSTIN, Texas and BOULDER, Colo. , July 27, 2020 Santé Laboratories ( www.santelabs.com ) and Elite Health Partners ( www.elitehealthpartners.com ) have entered into a … Read More.

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Challenges with Cannabis Insurance

Cannabis Law Report

THE PRICE – 0-$20 THE DATE – Thursday, July 30, 2020 from 4:2 0 PM – 6 :00 PM THE RATING – THE BLURB – … Read More.

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Managing Distressed Assets – Lessons Learned From MedMen, Ignite, and Acreage Holdings

Cannabis Law Report

The global pandemic and resulting economic turmoil have caused many businesses in the cannabis industry to teeter on the edge of insolvency. Although Governor Newsom … Read More.

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Canzon signs cannabis CBD Portuguese distribution deal

Cannabis Law Report

The agreement with Portuguese distributor Smart Nature is worth about €350,000 annually. Canzon (TASE: CNZN), which is developing branded products based on CBD (the cannabis … Read More.

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