Fri.Jan 27, 2023

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Medical Cannabis Stakeholders: Buck up, It is Time for Act II!

Americans for Safe Access

Almost every conversation I have had in 2023 with medical cannabis stakeholders has been full of doom and gloom. Advocates are discouraged, businesses are frustrated, patients are disheartened, and frankly I am getting a little tired of it! The reason things feel stagnate is because maybe you forgot there has always been a plan for Act II in this journey and Act I has played its course.

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I’m Interning with NORML to Join the Fight Against a Failed Policy

NORML

"Assisting and working toward legalization nationally will allow me not only to learn about the failed federal experiment with cannabis, but also inform me on ways to better educate constituents on how they can take action to change these policies in their own communities." The post I’m Interning with NORML to Join the Fight Against a Failed Policy appeared first on NORML.

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Weed is not a gateway drug, says new study

Leafly

In a new study, researchers help dispel the idea of cannabis as a gateway drug, a win for the pro-legalization movement. The post Weed is not a gateway drug, says new study appeared first on Leafly.

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Tens of Thousands of Commercial Truckers Leaving the Workforce Over Outdated Marijuana Testing Requirements

NORML

“The Transportation Department’s reliance on this outdated technology and upon these discriminatory policies is out of step with reality and is directly contributing to the trucking shortage crisis.” The post Tens of Thousands of Commercial Truckers Leaving the Workforce Over Outdated Marijuana Testing Requirements appeared first on NORML.

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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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More Weed, More Problems?

Cannabis Life Network

More weed, more problems? As in, if you smoke all day, everyday, your life is likely a hot mess with no hope of redemption? According to recent research from CU Boulder, the answer to “more weed, more problems” is no. According to researchers, legalizing recreational cannabis at the state level does not lead to an increase in substance use disorders.

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How Stress Impacts Your Body

United Patients Group

How Stress Impacts Your Body Introduction Stress is a normal part of life. It’s how our bodies and brains respond to changes in our environment, whether they’re positive or negative. But when stress becomes chronic—when it goes on for more than three months—it can have serious health consequences. Chronic stress has been linked to everything from heart disease and depression to anxiety disorders and autoimmune diseases to cancer.

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The Week in Weed: January 27, 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, we see that the U.S. Virgin Islands legalized cannabis for adult use. Mississippi saw its first medical marijuana sale. Will Delaware pass a legalization bill this year – color us skeptical. The FDA released guidance on cannabis-derived drugs.

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New York Cannabis: Social and Economic Equity Applicants

Canna Law Blog

As we previously broadly summarized on December 27, 2022 ( here ), in late December 2022, the Office of Cannabis Management (“ OCM ”) released its first proposed adult-use cannabis rules and regulation for New York (the “ Proposed Regulations ”). The official document is 282 pages, so we won’t cover every detail. But we will highlight the big-ticket items, significant issues that all applicants should be aware of, and the license application process as a whole.

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Review: Sunset Sherbet Live Resin by Rythm

Illinois News Joint

By Patsy Marie As someone who’s involved with most of the Chicago and Illinois online cannabis communities, I know that OG and Kush strains are becoming more and more sought after in the Illinois market. Somewhat gone are the days of people hankering for the cookie and cake strains, though of course there are exceptions. With that being said, I was immensely delighted when I saw that Rythm had released Sunset Sherbet, a classic cross of Girl Scout Cookies and Pink Panties.

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The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act 

MaxQ Cannabis

The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act (MMCREA) is legislation that aims to expand the research and development of medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD) products. This legislation will significantly impact the cannabis industry, including growers, processors, distributors and dispensaries. This article will take a closer look at the MMCREA, its potential effects on the […] The post The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act appeared first on MaxQ

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POSaBIT to Acquire MJ Platform, Leaf Data Systems and Ample Organics for US$4 Million Adding 350+ Merchants and More than US$2 Billion in GMV

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

TORONTO & SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–POSaBIT Systems Corporation (CSE: PBIT, OTC: POSAF) (the “Company” or “POSaBIT”), a leading provider of payments infrastructure.

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Health and safety advisory due to identification of potentially unsafe levels of Total Yeast and Mold and Aspergillus contamination in Regulated Marijuana flower (bud/shake/trim) produced by Physician Preferred Products LLC

Cannabis Law Report

The Marijuana Enforcement Division is issuing a health and safety advisory due to the identification of potentially unsafe levels of Total Yeast and Mold and Aspergillus contamination in Regulated Marijuana flower (bud/shake/trim) produced by Physician Preferred Products LLC (dba Doc’s Apothecary). Please find this and all HSAs on the MED’s HSA webpage.

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Europe CBD Skincare Market Report 2022: Investment in R&D Coupled with Demand of Skin Care Products in French Market Bolsters Industry – ResearchAndMarkets.com

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “Europe CBD Skincare Market: Market Size, Forecast, Insights, and Competitive Landscape” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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Zuber Lawler Article: Oregon’s Flagship Commercial Psilocybin Licensing Program Takes Off

Cannabis Law Report

Article by: Partner Jeff Zuber, Counsel Raza Lawrence, and Associate Lizzie Fanckboner. On January 2, 2023, Oregon began accepting applications for its first-in-the nation regulated psilocybin services program.

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Health Benefits of THC and Working Out

PrestoDoctor

It’s the start of the new year and your fitness journey may be apart of your New Years resolution. Since THC has become legal across more states, more people are starting to become aware of the health benefits that it has to offer. Ever heard of the stereotype that stoners are lazy? That is definitely not the case, as many professional athletes have admitted to using THC, as well as CBD, as an aid in their overall wellness.

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San Diego supervisors set lowest cannabis tax rates in the county

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis dispensaries in San Diego’s backcountry will pay some of the lowest taxes on such businesses in the county, after the Board of Supervisors set tax rates they said would allow the businesses to compete with those in neighboring cities.

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Arizona’s View on Cannabis

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

What’s Arizona’s view on cannabis? Public opinion on cannabis in the United States has undergone a significant shift in recent years, becoming increasingly more favorable. This lies in stark contrast to many parts of the 19th and 20th centuries when cannabis was widely viewed as a dangerous and addictive drug with no medicinal value. This perception was reinforced by government campaigns like the “War on Drugs,” which targeted cannabis in addition to other drugs like hero

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New York Cannabis Co. Investor Suit Survives Motion To Dismiss

Cannabis Law Report

By Oliver Serafini, Tommy Tobin & Barak Cohen on January 27, 2023 The District Court for the Western District of New York denied a motion on January 6, 2023, to dismiss claims alleging that a publicly traded company misled investors regarding an investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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HEXO Wins Complete Dismissal of Putative Québec Shareholder Class Action

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

GATINEAU, Québec–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HEXO Corp (TSX: HEXO; NASDAQ: HEXO) (“HEXO”, or the “Company”), a leading producer of high-quality cannabis products, announced.

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Everything You Need To Know About Cannabis Pre-Rolls

Cannabis Law Report

Introduction The term ‘joint’ indicates the most ubiquitous way to consume cannabis. Well, some know it as marijuana cigarettes. Cannabis is getting regulated in various places, and at the same time, the name is also getting a new shape with pre-roll. Well, the name suggests that cannabis is rolled up before a customer buys it.

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Applied UV, Inc. Retains Legal Counsel to Investigate Potential Illegal Naked Short Selling

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

MOUNT VERNON, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Applied UV, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: AUVI) (“Applied UV” or the “Company”), a global technology leader that applies.

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Americans Want Marijuana Less Strictly Regulated While Backing Tighter Rules On Teslas, Crypto And Twitter, Poll Finds

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Americans say that marijuana should be less strictly regulated than it is now, while also favoring greater regulations on cryptocurrencies, Read More

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Ex-NFL Star, Ryan Shazier, On How Replacing Painkillers For Medical Marijuana Led To A New Venture

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The latest athlete to join the cannabis landscape as an entrepreneur is Ryan Shazier, the former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker. How come? Like.

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Virginians says keep abortion laws as is; majority support recreational marijuana sales

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Virginians says keep abortion laws as is; majority support recreational marijuana sales | News/Talk 960-AM & FM-107.3 WFIR (from Wason.

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Bartlesville Radio » News » Bill Aimed at More Local Control Over Marijuana Grows

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Republican State Senator Bill Coleman of Ponca City writes legislation to give municipalities more control over allowing marijuana grow.

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Ar Seizes 48kg Marijuana In Karimganj, 1 Held | Guwahati News

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Guwahati: Assam Rifles has seized a big consignment of Marijuana in Assam’s Karimganj district, officials said on Friday. According to.

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Georgia Medical Marijuana Sale Could Start By Spring As Distribution Of Controlled Substance Approved

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

AFP KEY POINTS The approval of distribution rules would allow low-THC dispensaries to sell medical cannabis by spring Planned locations.

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These Companies Teamed Up To Develop CBD-Nanoemulsion Sports Performance/Recovery Drinks

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Pressure BioSciences, Inc. PBIO and One World Products, Inc. OWPC have entered into an active collaboration agreement under which the.

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Tuschen brothers arrested for two ounces of marijuana – News Room Guyana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Tuschen brothers arrested for two ounces of marijuana – News Room Guyana Read More

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Green fingers brightening up CBD – The Gisborne Herald

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Published January 28, 2023 12:21PM Variety of flowers and foliage brightening up the centre of town and delighting passers-by. A.

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