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Texas Marijuana Policy Lobby Day

NORML

On Thursday, hundreds of Texans joined us at the Texas State Capitol to discuss marijuana policy with legislators! For this historic day, over 400 Texans registered to participate, covering all thirty-one senate districts and three-quarters of the house district. It was a beautiful representation of how important reform is for Texans. We provided a training session for our participants that covered an overview of the legislative process, review of priority legislation , what to expect from their

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The Home Hashmaking Buyer’s Guide

Leafly

Did you know you can make delicious hash with leftover cannabis plant material? Here are some products to make hash at home. The post The Home Hashmaking Buyer’s Guide appeared first on Leafly.

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State Crackdowns Against CBD Products Have Begun

Canna Law Blog

Earlier this year , the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) began seizing various cannabidiol (“CBD”) products from store shelves. These enforcement actions reflected the implementation of the agency’s position that CBD, regardless of the source from which it is derived, cannot be lawfully sold for human consumption. A few states, including states that have adopted industrial hemp pilot research programs under the 2014 Farm Bill, now seem to have embraced this FDA position by banning certain CB

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A CBD Gift for Every Valentine’s Day Activity

Leafly

Load up on these sensual CBD-infused gifts before celebrating Valentine's Day with your loved one. The post A CBD Gift for Every Valentine’s Day Activity appeared first on Leafly.

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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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Is Cotton Mouth From Marijuana Use Actually Dangerous?

The Fresh Toast

Is Cotton Mouth From Marijuana Use Actually Dangerous? Cotton mouth. A collection of research has shown that dry mouth is more prevalent as cannabis use increases, but is it dangerous? The post Is Cotton Mouth From Marijuana Use Actually Dangerous? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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If You Want To Step Up Your Health & Wellness Routine, Add Cannabis (Here’s Why)

Miss Marijuana

Life is stressful. Everyone has demands that take from their lives and leave them feeling less than satisfied. It’s a constant struggle to stay present and fight back the fear that creeps into our lives about the future. RELATED: 10 Self-Care Tips Using Cannabis & CBD Oil (When You Need Some Serious R&R). With meditation, mindfulness, and awareness becoming so popular amongst the overwhelmed, it’s no wonder that people are starting to add cannabis to that list.

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Cannabis Makes Its Modern Art Debut in New York City

Leafly

At 'Hothouse,' the Museum of Modern Art exhibits cannabis plants as objects of beauty and fascination. The post Cannabis Makes Its Modern Art Debut in New York City appeared first on Leafly.

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International Cannabis and Cannabinoids Institute (ICCI) and ASTM International Sign MOU on Cannabis Standards

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s their press release – it isn’t dated but was published prior to the last week of January 2019. Under the agreement, the committee will coordinate standards development activities for the global cannabis and hemp industry while ICCI, based in the Czech Republic, will gain benefits such as recognition of its technical contributions and free temporary membership to its members.

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Your Sweet Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Colorado

Leafly

Need a few ideas for Valentine's Day? Check out these sweet and infused products from Colorado. The post Your Sweet Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Colorado appeared first on Leafly.

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How to Use Weed Maps Effectively

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Weed maps are a valuable tool for medical marijuana users. On these websites, patients can find dispensaries, doctors, and delivery services, read and write reviews, read the latest marijuana news, and connect with other patients. With these sites, patients can easily locate and discuss medical marijuana, freely and easily. They are communities filled with a wealth of information as well as interactive maps to make locating services quick and easy.

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The Roll-Up #72: No CBD Burger for Me, Please

Leafly

Leafly's weekly news podcast takes up the efficiency of dabbing, CBD-infused food, and our own inexperience with fisticuffs. The post The Roll-Up #72: No CBD Burger for Me, Please appeared first on Leafly.

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CBD Oil Setback In Europe As Brussels Reclassifies Cannabis Derivative To Ban Sale

Cannabis Law Report

If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. AUTHOR: Mark Taylor. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Europe’s booming CBD market is at risk of going bust after food officials recategorised cannabidiol as a novel food, effectively outlawing its sale across the union. The European Food Safety Authority said the substance must undergo further testing before it is approved, a process which could take two years.

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Chronic Cooking: Sinfully delicious cinnamon buns

Cannabis Life Network

In the latest episode of Chronic Cooking, Craig Ex aka The Expert of Expert Joints, shows you how to make delicious, homemade cinnamon buns. If you thought he could roll a joint, just wait ’til you see him roll up these cannabis-infused goodies. While the cinnamon buns take a little while to make, they’re well […]. The post Chronic Cooking: Sinfully delicious cinnamon buns appeared first on Cannabis Life Network.

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The Roll-Up #72: No CBD Burger for Me, Please

SpeedWeed

The Roll-Up features co-hosts Bruce Barcott, Ben Adlin, and Alyssa Yeoman in a Friday morning roundtable about the week’s top cannabis news. Leafly Podcast. Episode 72: No CBD Burger for Me, Please. This week: This week we discuss the research-proven efficiency of dabbing (science!), discuss seniors and medical marijuana, discuss New York’s crackdown on CBD-infused foods, and expose our own pathetic lack of experience in the fine art of fisticuffs.

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This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Feb. 1-7

Leafly

Cannabis news from around the web. The post This Week in Cannabis: Top Stories From Across Canada From Feb. 1-7 appeared first on Leafly.

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The Green Organic Dutchman secures supply agreement with province of Ontario

Cannabis Life Network

TORONTO, Feb. 8, 2019 /CNW/ – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (the “Company” or “TGOD”) (TSX:TGOD) (US:TGODF) is pleased to announce that it has secured a cannabis supply agreement with the Ontario Cannabis Retail Corporation. Brian Athaide, Director and CEO, said: “Ontario has the largest population in Canada and is a critical component to […].

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Hawaii Committee Unanimously Approves Bill to Legalize Marijuana

The Joint Blog

Legislation to legalize marijuana for everyone 21 and older has been unanimously passed by its initial committee in Hawaii’s Legislature. Hawaii Senate Bill 686 was introduced by Senator Kalani English (D) along with 11 cosponsors. According to its official summary, the measure “Legalizes the personal use, possession, and sale of marijuana in a specified quantity” and “Requires licensing to operate marijuana establishments”.

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BCC (CA) Announces Two More Enforcement Actions

Cannabis Law Report

SACRAMENTO – The Bureau of Cannabis Control (Bureau) and the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Division of Investigation-Cannabis Enforcement Unit (DOI-CEU) today announced enforcement action on two unlicensed cannabis businesses operating in Sacramento County and Los Angeles. On Thursday, January 31, 2019, DOI-CEU served a search warrant on “Nollie Green-Blu Solutions,” an unlicensed cannabis delivery service located at 7529 Sunset Ave. in Fair Oaks.

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Portland Community College Censors Students On campus for "Pot" Brownies

Cannabis Maven

Because of a cannabis activism effort, Portland Community College censored Students for Liberty on campus.

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Former U.S. House Speaker John Boehner Helps Launch National Cannabis Roundtable

Cannabis Law Report

“ The lobbying group will represent cannabis businesses in 23 states and the District of Columbia, Axios and The (Cincinnati) Enquirer reported.” Former House Speaker Boehner gets behind marijuana lobbying group.

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Enjoy "Galentine's" Day with Lady Jays

Cannabis Maven

Ladies of Paradise are launching their first cannabis product: Lady Jays pre roll packs.

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California: aBIZinaBOX Inc Publish Open Letter Addressing , “Second discussion paper on proposed amendments to Regulation 3700, Cannabis Excise and Cultivation Taxes”

Cannabis Law Report

If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. AUTHOR: Jordan Zoot / aBIZinaBOX Inc. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Here, first, is the discussion paper published by the Tax Policy Bureau – Business Tax and Fee DivisionCalifornia Dept. of Tax and Fee Administration and re-published as a pdf. Below the paper follows a detailed commentary and thoughts by aBIZinaBOX Inc.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/8/19

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! This week, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. A subcommittee of the U.S. House Financial Services Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing on cannabis business banking issues next week.

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Canopy Signals Intent With Investment Arm Re-Up And Italy Boost

Cannabis Law Report

Canopy Growth is officially not messing around. The Canadian cannabis firm is pumping an extra C$30m ($22.61m) into its investing arm Canopy Rivers. The payment will be made via a private placement of subordinated voting shares in the capital of Canopy Rivers in parallel with Canopy Rivers bought deal offering of subordinate voting shares. After the closing of the deal, Canopy Growth will increase its ownership of Canopy Rivers shares to 27.3 percent from about 26.5 percent. “The advantage

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Your guide to hemp, cannabis, and all things CBD.

StrainConnect

HOME. ABOUT. RESOURCES. BRANDS. DOWNLOAD. Blog Post. Your guide to hemp, cannabis, and all things CBD. By Rachael Maddison • 09 Feb, 2019. Were here to help you make informed decisions. Welcome! If you’re here, it means you may be interested in CBD for yourself, a friend or a loved one, or perhaps you’re an industry professional conducting research.

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Why The US Has Higher Drug Prices Than Other Countries

The Fresh Toast

Why The US Has Higher Drug Prices Than Other Countries Why the U.S. can refocus its regulatory approach to pharmaceuticals, adapted from the one used in Europe, to better connect the value prescription drugs provide and their price. The post Why The US Has Higher Drug Prices Than Other Countries appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Oregon eyes allowing home delivery of liquor

Cannabis Chronicles

PORTLAND — In Oregon, having a pinot gris or a potent indica delivered to your door is as simple as a few taps on the iPhone. But try to get a bottle of Irish whiskey without leaving the house and you’re probably out of luck. Under the state’s highly regulated liquor distribution system, home deliveries are out of the question. State Rep. Margaret Doherty says that’s an outmoded policy.

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S. 420 Introduced To End Federal Prohibition And Regulate Marijuana Nationwide

NORML

Senator Ron Wyden has introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. In addition to removing marijuana from the United States Controlled Substances Act, this legislation also removes enforcement power from the US Drug Enforcement Administration in matters concerning marijuana possession, production, and sales — thus permitting state government

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Going green: States would get free hand under pot bill

Cannabis Chronicles

Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden proposed legislation Friday that would give states a free hand to allow legal cannabis markets without the threat of federal criminal intervention, the latest push in Congress to bolster the nation’s burgeoning pot industry. The proposal, identical to a bill in the House, aims to ease the long-standing conflict between states where cannabis is legal in some form and the U.S. government, which categorizes marijuana as a dangerous illegal drug, similar to LSD or heroin.

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The State of Cannabis Reform in Indiana

NORML

During the 2018 legislative session, state representative Jim Lucas (R-69) introduced his first medical cannabis bill, HB 1106, which quickly gained three co-authors after being assigned to the House Public Health committee. Fellow Republican Sean Eberhart (district 57) joined Lucas along with Democrats Sue Errington (district 34) and Chuck Moseley (district 10) on the bill, offering bipartisan for the reform.