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Why I Chose to Intern at NORML

NORML

"Marijuana law reform brings together important conversations over decarceration, racial equity, public health, and informed consumption. As long as NORML remains a leader of this public discussion, I intend to stay involved.". The post Why I Chose to Intern at NORML appeared first on NORML.

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New Survey Shows Cannabis’ Popularity, Anesthesia Experts Release Cannabis-Specific Guidelines, and Prince Harry Talks About His Psychedelic Journey

Veriheal

A national survey showed that cannabis is America’s “illicit drug” of choice, medical professionals released the first ever cannabis consumer-specific anesthesia guidelines, and Prince Harry spoke about his experience with psychedelic therapy. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. America Loves Cannabis, Survey Finds. The Federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) just released the findings of its 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and

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Review: Peaches and Cream Disposable Vape by matter

Illinois News Joint

I’m convinced I wouldn’t make it in the Northwest. Just a few days of consistently dreary weather absolutely destroy my mood, my energy, and my motivation. The weather in southern Illinois has been doing it’s best Portland impression lately, so seeking out something that would remind me of warmer days, I tried the Peaches and Cream disposable vape from matter.

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The Week in Weed: January 13, 2023

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, the big news is that Connecticut began legal adult-use cannabis sales. And so did Detroit. We have an update on the Minnesota legalization bill. And finally, we found a story about a Michigan dispensary that got into the holiday spirit of giving with a “Jackets for Joints” program.

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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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Washington LCB Releases Disproportionately Impacted Area Map for Social Equity Licensees

Canna Law Blog

Yesterday, January 13, 2023, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“LCB”) released an interactive mapping tool for determining whether people meet have lived in Disproportionately Impacted Areas (“DIA”)–one of three eligibility criteria for the forthcoming Social Equity in Cannabis (“SEIC”) program licensing. The map can be found by a link on the LCB’s website, or here.

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OLCC issues recall of cannabis vape products Cartridges contain prohibited additives

Cannabis Law Report

OLCC issues recall of cannabis vape products Cartridges contain prohibited additives PORTLAND, Ore. –The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) is issuing a recall for four vaping products produced by an OLCC licensed processor. The products were sold to recreational marijuana licensed retailers; the processor also sold the products to non-licensed (general market) retailers.

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Merchants & Marine Bancorp, Inc. Launches Voyager Lending, a Small Business Lending Group Focused on SBA and USDA Loans

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

PASCAGOULA, Miss.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Merchants & Marine Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQX: MNMB), the parent company of Merchants & Marine Bank, a century-old Mississippi-based. Read More.

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Media report “Missouri regulators say they’re close to naming marijuana chief equity officer”

Cannabis Law Report

The newly-created position will work to ensure social and economic equity requirements of Missouri’s new marijuana law are met The constitutional amendment legalizing recreational marijuana in Missouri won voter approval in November but created a schism among social-justice activists over the question of racial and economic equity. Some believe the new law will empower minority marijuana business […].

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Three students fall ill after eating suspected marijuana cookies

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

A 16-year-old female student is assisting police with their investigations, after she allegedly brought and sold cookies infused with suspected. Read More.

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Some Qld Labor members call for cannabis to be legalised. state government says no

Cannabis Law Report

The Brisbane Times reports Queensland Labor members have urged the state government to legalise the possession of small quantities of cannabis for personal use and complete a full review of its approach to drug law enforcement. The updated state policy platform, decided by members at the party’s state conference late last year but only recently […].

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Springfield’s Planning and Zoning Committee approves where new marijuana facilities can be located

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Springfield’s Planning and Zoning Committee created new rules on where new marijuana facilities can be located. Read More.

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Google Changes Its CBD Advertising Policies

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis advertising has always been a precarious art. From first amendment commercial speech issues to zealous state marketing and promotion regulations to false claim lawsuits, cannabis advertising can go down some dark rabbit holes. Notoriously, tech giants like Instagram and Facebook would take down cannabis-related ad content for violating site terms and conditions around the promotion of illegal substances and recreational drugs. […].

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Madera County Man from Ahwahnee Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison for Toxic Marijuana Cultivation Operation in the Sierra National Forest

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

… with intent to distribute marijuana and possessing firearms in … was involved in a marijuana cultivation operation on public. Read More.

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Press Release: Legal Use of Medicinal Cannabis on the Rise in Australia

Cannabis Law Report

There has been a notable shift away from illicit cannabis use in favour of medically prescribed cannabis in Australia. Experts say safety is the main driving force behind the change. MELBOURNE, Australia, Jan. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to Levin Health, a sports science company focused on researching, developing and commercialising a range of […].

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NH marijuana legalization has bipartisan support: Is it enough?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Efforts to legalize cannabis in New Hampshire are coming back this legislative session, after years of legislative defeats. Lawmakers have. Read More.

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Article: State psychedelic regulation: Oregon and Colorado taking the lead – DLA Piper

Cannabis Law Report

States keeping pace with the psychedelic medicine movement have made advancements toward revising regulatory schemes associated with controlled… DLA Piper – Deborah Samenow, Kristi Kung and Rachel Ludwig Read at Lexology [link].

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People Living In States With Legal Marijuana Have Lower Rates Of Alcohol Use Disorder, Federally Funded Twin Study Finds

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

People who live in states where recreational marijuana is legal experience lower rates of alcohol use disorder (AUD) compared to. Read More.

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St Thomas – Virgin Islands: Airport Cocaine Smugglers Plead Guilty

Cannabis Law Report

A Virgin Islands Port Authority officer and an airport ramp worker pleaded guilty to loading a suitcase full of cocaine on an airplane bound for Puerto Rico, officials said Wednesday. Officer Wayne Jeffers, 52, loaded a bag containing a dozen bricks of cocaine onto a ladder truck at the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport on May 11. Later […].

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UTAS to start paying back $11m owed to staff amid multi-million-dollar CBD redevelopment

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

A review into the underpayment of some University of Tasmania (UTAS) staff, which has determined the institution owes more than. Read More.

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Gang leader sentenced 10 years in prison for cocaine trafficking, firearms violation following HSI Victoria-led investigation

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 11, 2023 VICTORIA, TXNARCOTICS, TRANSNATIONAL GANGS VICTORIA, Texas — A gang leader from the Texas Chicano Brotherhood was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Jan. 10 for his role in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy following an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Victoria, with assistance from the Texas Department of Public Safety; Bureau […].

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Experts at Levin Health Explain the Difference Between CBD and THC – World News Report

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

CBD and THC are the two most prominent cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant. They differ in their chemical arrangements, Read More.

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Gang leader sentenced 10 years in prison for cocaine trafficking, firearms violation following HSI Victoria-led investigation

Cannabis Law Report

The South China Morning Post Police say drug was intended to be circulated in city’s underground market before Lunar New Year Officers arrest suspect as he leaves flat and find 16kg of cocaine in plastic box Hong Kong police have confiscated HK$13 million (US$1.6 million) worth of cocaine and arrested a local man before the […].

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Killington CBD shop offers unique opportunity to see extraction process

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

KILLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Pulling back the curtain on CBD extraction is only one goal for an operation in Killington. Read More.

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UK: Prison health worker, 30, jailed after smuggling cocaine into jail as part of drug dealing ring

Cannabis Law Report

A healthcare assistant has been jailed for smuggling cocaine and ketamine into a prison where she worked. Megan Woodham, 30, of Wigan, was sentenced to six years after being found guilty of conspiracy to supply cocaine and ketamine by smuggling it into HMP Risley in Warrington, Cheshire. Daniel Doran, 32, and Kelsey Higgins, 26, were […].

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Unmarked police car damaged in Perth CBD crash after driver fails to stop at traffic lights

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Unmarked police car damaged in Perth CBD crash after driver fails to stop at traffic lights Original Author Link click. Read More.

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Girl (11) shot dead in Antwerp is niece of international cocaine dealer

Cannabis Law Report

Speaking from Dubai where he is now based, the girl’s uncle told Belgian media: ‘We will react, but not as the mayor of Antwerp thinks’ reports the Sunday World An 11-year-old girl who died after a shooting incident linked to the illegal drug trade in the Belgian port city of Antwerp is the niece of […].

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Stirling CBD Discusses Impact of CBD on Busy Entrepreneurs – World News Report

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Luke Zarcone, a leader in the tech industry, provides a firsthand account of how Stirling CBD helps him manage stress, Read More.

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Washington Lawmakers File New Psilocybin Legalization Bill For 2023

Cannabis Law Report

[link] [link] Read Marijuana Moment Commentary at Washington Lawmakers File New Psilocybin Legalization Bill For 2023.

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Two held in $37 Million marijuana bust

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

By News Source Guyana on January 13, 2023 In a statement, CANU explained that on Wednesday, it intercepted a car. Read More.

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Best strains and terpenes for migraine relief

The Cannigma

Migraines are a peculiarly painful condition. They affect millions of people worldwide, and can strike without warning or relief for hours or days on end. In fact, migraine is now ranked as the second leading cause of years lived with disability, following only lower back pain. Scientists still don’t understand exactly why migraines happen, nor how to cure the condition – but perhaps cannabis can help.

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