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Virgin Islands: Governor Signs Legislation Legalizing Cannabis Use, Expunging Past Convictions

NORML

"Today, with the hard work of the members of the 34th Legislature and prior Legislatures and the efforts of my team, we are finally here and finally signing into law the Virgin Islands Cannabis Use Act." The post Virgin Islands: Governor Signs Legislation Legalizing Cannabis Use, Expunging Past Convictions appeared first on NORML.

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New York City has more than 1,200 unlicensed weed stores, and one legal one

Leafly

New York City officials estimate the city hosts over 1,200 illicit stores selling cannabis, compared to the sole licensed dispensary open as of now. The post New York City has more than 1,200 unlicensed weed stores, and one legal one appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML Remembers David Crosby

NORML

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) was saddened to receive news of the passing of David Crosby, who joined NORML's Advisory Board in 2018. The post NORML Remembers David Crosby appeared first on NORML.

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The best munchies for keto, paleo, and vegan diets

Leafly

Many people try out new lifestyle choices for the new year. Here's how to keep loving cannabis and good munchies even if you're vegan, keto or paleo. The post The best munchies for keto, paleo, and vegan diets 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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Five Steps to Legalizing Cannabis

Cannabis Life Network

What are the five steps to legalizing cannabis? We shouldn’t look to Canada for guidance. They botched it so bad the government lost money selling weed. Also, the government never legalized the legacy grower community (colloquially known as BC Bud). And no cannabis records have been expunged despite almost half a decade after legalization. Cops and politicians cashed in nicely, though.

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LCB’s quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live

Cannabis Law Report

The LCB’s quarterly newsletter, Topics and Trends, is now live with the winter 2023 cannabis edition on Medium. We hope you enjoy the content and find the information useful. This issue of Topics and Trends features the following stories: Social Equity Program Updates: Applications Open Mar.

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Review: Durban Poison by UpNorth

Illinois News Joint

If I weren’t sure that it would draw more police attention than necessary, I’d sport a bumper sticker that said, “I brake for Durban Poison.” I’ve extolled the benefits of the sativa landrace strain from South Africa here before, so it should be no surprise that I was itching to try the UpNorth run of Durban when I found it on the menu at Trinity Compassionate Care.

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Top Five Cannabis Loan Issues

Canna Law Blog

As we inch closer to a cannabis recession , businesses are desperately looking for new ways to stay afloat. A few years ago, our cannabis attorneys saw equity investments left and right. It seemed like everyone wanted to own a piece of a cannabis business. But as things grow more precarious for the industry as a whole, cannabis loans have been on the rise.

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IDOA issues next round of transporter licenses

Illinois News Joint

As mentioned, we at Illinois News Joint believe that Illinois is about to have the biggest boom to its cannabis industry since the first day of legalization. Dispensary, craft, and other licensing that were supposed to be issued during the past two years are now being issued, including the next round of transporter licenses. The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) today issued 33 Transporter licenses, finally closing the 2022 application pool.

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Man arrested after chase, 77 pounds of marijuana allegedly found in car in East Texas

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – A man was arrested after a chase, and 77 pounds of marijuana was allegedly found.

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New Jersey Senate Committee Approves Bills To Let Marijuana Businesses Claim State Tax Deductions As Partial 280E Workaround

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment reports A New Jersey Senate committee approved a pair of bills on Thursday that would allow licensed marijuana businesses to deduct certain expenses on their state tax returns, a partial remedy as the industry continues to be blocked from making federal deductions under Internal Revenue Service (IRS) code known as 280E.

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Substance Abuse Treatment Market Report 2022: Growing Cases of Tobacco Addiction Across the Globe Fuels Growth – ResearchAndMarkets.com

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Substance Abuse Treatment Market Research Report by Substance Abuse Type (Alcohol Addiction, Cocaine, and Marijuana), Product, Treatment Option, Read More

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Tilray Seeking To Hire Alcohol Specialist Lawyer

Cannabis Law Report

Growing veggies, selling booze. how soon before Tilray completely divest from cannabis? Here’s the job ad Tilray – Associate General Counsel, Beverage Alcohol and Litigation Management Associate General Counsel, Beverage Alcohol and Litigation Management Office Location: Atlanta, GA or New York City, NY About Tilray Brands Inc.

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Moonstone Bank to Refocus on Community Bank Role, Exit Crypto Space

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

FARMINGTON, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Farmington State Bank, d/b/a Moonstone Bank, announced today that the bank is returning to its original mission as.

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Press Release: Community Colleges in Oregon and Illinois Launch Partnerships with Green Flower

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s what they’ve just punched out to the interweb on the topic. This week saw two prominent community colleges in Oregon (Columbia Gorge Community College) and Illinois (Black Hawk College) launch cannabis certificate programs with Green Flower.

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WestPack 2023 to Deliver Packaging Innovations, Networking and Focused Content on Packaging for the Medical Device, Food & Beverage and Cannabis Industries

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

ANAHEIM, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–WestPack 2023, the leading packaging event on the West Coast, announces a new strategic plan to provide solutions.

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UC Asset’s new $3M cannabis property acquisition includes protection for existing shareholders

Cannabis Law Report

Atlanta, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — UC Asset LP (OTCQB: UCASU) announced last week that the company entered a MOU to acquire a 10,000 square foot cannabis cultivation property in the State of Oklahoma, through a non-cash acquisition deal.

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Psilocybin Behavioral Health Access and Services Act Endorsed by United Food and Commercial Workers Local 360

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

WEST BERLIN, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 360 is proud to publicly endorse New Jersey Assembly Bill.

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The Benefits of Streamlining Your Accounting Department: Strategies for Cannabis Operators

Cannabis Law Report

Presented by Bridge West CPAs & Advisors to the Cannabis Industry Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CST What cannabis operators need to know about the benefits of streamlining their accounting department What a well-run, efficient, and streamlined accounting department looks like How cannabis operators can determine if their accounting […]

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Columbia Care Implements Efficiency Initiatives to Enhance Profitability

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Columbia Care Inc. (NEO: CCHW) (CSE: CCHW) (OTCQX: CCHWF) (FSE: 3LP) (“Columbia Care” or the “Company”), one of.

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Mississippi Health Department taps new medical cannabis program leadership

Cannabis Law Report

Mississippi’s fledgling Medical Cannabis Program will have a new director starting next week, according to a state Health Department letter obtained by Mississippi Today. The letter states that the marijuana office’s current attorney, Laura Goodson, will take over as department’s “acting director” starting Tuesday.

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Comparing the types of marijuana seeds

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

… and female marijuana seeds and discuss common marijuana seeds. The marijuana plant … and female marijuana seeds and discuss.

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CA Company Psilouette Headed Up By Former Johnson & Johnson Employee Offering “psilocybin gummmies” for a “gift of financial recompense”

Cannabis Law Report

Leafly reports At this very moment, a California company called Psilouette will mail you psilocybin teas and edible gummies. All you have to do is reciprocate with a gift of financial recompense. A donation, if you will.

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Illinois extends application window for marijuana social equity retail applicants

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

… state’s next round of marijuana social equity retail license applicants … Original Author Link click here to read complete.

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Green Growth CPA’s – Marketing Operations Manager

Cannabis Law Report

Position Summary We’re looking for a Marketing Operations Manager who will be responsible for the strategy and execution of marketing programs that capture and nurture leads across multiple channels.

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Should marijuana be legal in Tennessee? Lawmaker proposes adding cannabis policy questions to 2024 ballot

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — One Tennessee lawmaker is hoping to push the conversation around both medical and recreational cannabis on the.

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How to Feel Faster the Effects of Weed Edibles

Cannabis Law Report

It’s worth noting that the onset of effects from edible cannabis can take 30-60 minutes to be felt. This can be frustrating for some individuals who desire quicker results. However, there are methods to potentially accelerate the effects of edible cannabis, such as consuming it on an empty stomach or taking a higher dose.

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Organic Remedies and Former Steelers Linebacker Ryan Shazier to Launch New Medical Marijuana Brand Product Line – World News Report

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

/EIN News/ — CARLISLE, Pa., Jan. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Who: Ryan Shazier, Former Steelers Linebacker and NFL Pro.

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Washington Cannabis: Social Equity Licensing Application Window Opening Soon

Cannabis Law Report

January 18, 2023 By Daniel Shortt Licensing, WSLCB, Social Justice The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) has announced that it will open the social equity retail license application window on March 1, 2023. The application window will remain open for 30 days and 44 total retail licenses will be distributed.

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Police investigate Melbourne CBD stabbing and armed robbery

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

… armed robbery in Melbourne’s CBD last night. It is alleged … Original Author Link click here to read complete.

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