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This is America: Super Bowl champ arrested for enjoying ‘essential’ product

Leafly

The COVID-19 pandemic is revealing marijuana prohibition for what it is: A prison trap set for people of color. The post This is America: Super Bowl champ arrested for enjoying ‘essential’ product appeared first on Leafly.

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New ‘Cannabis For Dementia’ Podcast Launches

Cannabis Law Report

Forbes reports… On May 1, they launched the “Cannabis Helps Dementia” podcast, to share their experience and “connect with experts in the medical field and … Read More.

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How Hemp-CBD Companies Should Think About Trademark Strategy

Canna Law Blog

It’s been a while since we’ve gone over the basics regarding how hemp-CBD companies should be strategizing to protect their brands. Last year, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued Examination Guide 1-19 : Examination of Marks for Cannabis and Cannabis-Related Goods and Services After Enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill. The guide provided some much-needed clarification around the USPTO’s position with respect to trademarks for domestic industrial hemp products.

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Massachusetts Lawmakers Will Debate Bill To Provide Marijuana Businesses With Coronavirus Relief This Week

Cannabis Law Report

Massachusetts lawmakers will hold a virtual hearing on Tuesday to discuss a proposal to establish a state-level coronavirus relief program that would extend benefits to … Read More.

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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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Will Most Medical Cannabis Consultations Start to Take Place Online?

Leafwell

Prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, many states throughout the United States required that a patient see a physician in-person before they could use telemedicine for future consultations. Now, an initial physical examination is not required to use telemedicine. From: [link] (Public Domain &#8211. Source.

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Will Most Medical Cannabis Consultations Start to Take Place Online Via Telehealth?

Leafwell

Prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, many states throughout the United States required that a patient see a physician in-person before they could use telemedicine for future consultations. Now, an initial physical examination is not required to use telemedicine. From: [link] (Public Domain – CC0). Source.

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IMPORTANT CHANGES IN FDA’S OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUG APPROVAL PROCESS

Cannabis Law Report

In a time of unprecedented uncertainty, it can be hard to search for a silver lining in the clouds, so the following legal and policy … Read More.

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Marijuana Mythbusters: The Truth Behind 3 Cannabis Falsehoods

The Fresh Toast

Marijuana Mythbusters: The Truth Behind 3 Cannabis Falsehoods. Rumors about marijuana run the gamut from silly to downright harmful, but they all share one trait in common: they simply aren’t true. The post Marijuana Mythbusters: The Truth Behind 3 Cannabis Falsehoods appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Iowa Dept of Agriculture Now Issuing hemp licenses and seed permits

Cannabis Law Report

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig has announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has issued its first round of hemp licenses … Read More.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

Is the legalization of medical marijuana associated with an increase in sexual activity? Yes, according to researchers from the University of Connecticut and Georgia State University, the legalization of medical marijuana is associated with an increase in sexual activity. Of note, the study also determined that there’s a decrease in the use of contraceptives and an increase in the number of births following the enactment of medical marijuana policies.

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For 2 Quarters There’s Been A 40% Ongoing Decline In Registrations To Danish Medical Cannabis Program

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz writes…Only …… Approximately 333 patients accessed Denmark’s medical cannabis pilot scheme in the final quarter of 2019, according to recently released data from the … Read More.

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Kratom: How Does It Help Pets?

The Joint Blog

People today are inclining towards holistic wellness, be it for themselves or their pets. One of the latest additions to the list of organic wellness trends is kratom. The herb is becoming popular owing to its therapeutic properties. Are you thinking about giving kratom to your furry friend? Do you wonder how it can help them? Well, you are in the right place, read on and find everything about using kratom for pets.

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Mondaq Article: Canada: Moving Cannabis: The Canadian Perspective

Cannabis Law Report

On October 17, 2018 Cannabis became legal in Canada. The federal Cannabis Act 1 sets out the terms and conditions, which are uniform across Canada. … Read More.

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How to make cannabis edibles with concentrates

Leafly

Learn how to turn your old cannabis concentrates and oils into edibles by following this step-by-step guide informed by industry experts. The post How to make cannabis edibles with concentrates appeared first on Leafly.

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4 Front Ventures Issues More Debt & Sells Retail Licenses

Cannabis Law Report

We’d suggest they aren’t doing this out of choice, rather necessity. It is what goes for news in the cannabis sector these days. MJ Biz … Read More.

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6 Cannabis Influencers You Should Check Out In 2020

Cannabis Life Network

Influencers in any category are incredibly easy to find, no matter how niche your interest may be. In the weed community, there are many up and coming Weedstagrammers and WeedTubers. We included 6 Cannabis Influencers you should check out in 2020. Stolbiesisters Starting off this list we have Vancouver‘s Cannabis influencers, “The Witches Of Grasstown.” […].