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State Policy Weekly Update 2/22/2023

NORML

Highlights include: CA, CO, GA, HI, IL, MD, MN, MO, NC, ND, NH, NM, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, UT, VT, and WA. The post State Policy Weekly Update 2/22/2023 appeared first on NORML.

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Can psychedelic mushrooms trigger psychosis? 

Leafly

Scientists are investigating psilocybin's ability to treat various mental health conditions, but can it make you go crazy? The post Can psychedelic mushrooms trigger psychosis? appeared first on Leafly.

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Review: Kaviar Cones by Star Buds

Illinois News Joint

The goal of all the Illinois News Joint review series is to build an educational database of detailed reviews of every cannabis product on the Illinois market, so we enjoy reviewing all products. We enjoy even more, though, reviewing a product that is new to Illinois. But what we enjoy most is reviewing a product before it officially launches in Illinois.

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More than a t-break: The benefits of a yearly THC detox

Leafly

To help make your time away from weed as smooth & successful as possible, we’ve partnered with our friends at PassYourTest.com to provide a guide to the upsides of abstaining from cannabis for a stretch of time, and how PassYourTest’s array of detox aids can help you on your journey to lowered tolerance and refreshed enjoyment. The post More than a t-break: The benefits of a yearly THC detox 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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THCO is a Controlled Substance: DEA

Cannabis Life Network

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) says Delta-8 and -9 THCO are controlled substances, even when derived from hemp. The DEA said that Delta-8 and -9 THCO “do not occur naturally in the cannabis plant and can only be obtained synthetically, and therefore do not fall under the definition of hemp.” Since the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp, some manufacturers have been able to create synthetic highs from the cannabinoids found in hemp—this concerned attorney Rod Kight who inquired

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DEFAMATION, MISINFORMATION, AND SHOOTING THE MESSENGER- A THCO STORY

Cannabis Law Report

February 21 2023 On February 13, I posted an article about the DEA’s response to my inquiry regarding the legal status of THCO. As my readers are aware, the DEA stated that THCO is a schedule 1 controlled substance. The DEA’s position, which was spread via my article, created what several people have called a “shitstorm”.

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How to Check When Your Medical Marijuana Orders Expire

CannaMD

Before scheduling your medical marijuana appointment online with a CannaMD physician, you’ll want to find out when your most recent marijuana orders expire. This way, you can book your renewal appointment as close to your expiration date as possible so as not to lose unnecessary time between certifications.

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Is it ethical to use CBD in professional sports?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Consumption of drugs and food supplements is highly debated in professional sports. Substances that can potentially change performance have been.

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Top 10 Benefits of Black Cumin Seed Oil

United Patients Group

Top 10 Benefits of Black Cumin Seed Oil Introduction Black cumin seed oil (BCSO) is one of the most powerful essential oils you can use in your daily life. This oil is extracted from black cumin seeds, which belong to the family of Umbelliferae. The black cumin plant is native to Asia, but can be found growing throughout Europe and Africa as well. It has been used for thousands of years in both Ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory agent.

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Pot Goes Public panelists discuss the legalization of medical marijuana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Violet Jira, Daniel Sanford, Angie Calhoun, and Daniel Ednog discuss the legalization of marijuana at the Overby Center, located on.

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DEA Determines THC-O Illegal Under Federal Law

Cannabis Law Report

Kaufman & Canoles The 2018 Farm Bill, officially known as the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, is a comprehensive piece of legislation that governs agricultural and food policy in the United States.

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Does CBD Oil Help You To Lower Cholesterol Levels?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

View the original article about Using CBD Oil To Lower Cholesterol Levels at We Vape CBD Oil.

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1606 Corp. Secures $20M to Build Out CBD Business & Pursue NASDAQ Uplisting

Cannabis Law Report

1606 Corp. (OTC: CBDW), an acquirer and developer of CBD brands, including Truz and CBD Singlez, recently announced a $20 million equity financing agreement with GHS Investments LLC to build out its business with additional brands, distribution networks, and businesses.

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Mexican Farmers and Drug Cartels Preparing for Legal Marijuana Market

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

An effort to legalize marijuana in Mexico has stalled after several years of debate by lawmakers. But Mexican cartels and.

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OCA Don’t Like New Oregon Cannabis Tax Proposals!

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s an alert they sent out this week ACTION ALERT: Oregon HB 2505 (Sales Tax Increase) is scheduled for a vote Tuesday, Feb. 28 at 1:00pm Act now to help defeat this destructive bill! Oregon House Bill 2505 poses an existential threat to Oregon’s cannabis industry.

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Why Do People Prefer Gummies Over Other CBD Products?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Ask your local quality CBD gummies supplier, and they’ll likely tell you that their products fly off the shelf. While.

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Connecticut Attorney General Sues Over Delta-8 Products that Mimic Child-Friendly Products

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur reports The Attorney General of Connecticut is suing five retailers over the illegal sale of delta-8 THC products that mimic child-friendly products. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is suing five retailers over the illegal sale of delta-8 THC products that mimic products that appeal to children under the state’s Unfair Trade Practices Act.

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Four arrested for alleged cocaine, marijuana busts – Demerara Waves Online News- Guyana

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Last Updated on Wednesday, 22 February 2023, 15:36 by Denis Chabrol Four persons have been arrested in connection with the.

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Media Report: MEPs urge European regulators to move faster on psychedelics

Cannabis Law Report

The authors write: “The most restrictive scheduling of psychedelic compounds reinforced misinformation and stigmatization, and directly contributed to a scientific stagnation by detracting scientists from conducting research on these substances.

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New EFF broom aims to sweep the streets of Joburg clean and rid the CBD of litter

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

… in some parts of the CBD. He has since vowed to … Original Author Link click here to read.

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Washington Senators Strip Psilocybin Bill Of Major Provisions, With Advocates Blaming Governor

Cannabis Law Report

Mason Marks, a senior fellow and project lead on the Project on Psychedelics Law and Regulation (POPLAR) at Harvard Law School, said the bill “basically kicks the can down the road.” Marijuana Moment write.

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Police find 10 pounds of marijuana, trafficking heroin in Springfield home

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Two men from Chicopee and Holyoke were arrested on Saturday after an investigation into illegal firearms.

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MJ Biz Says MedMen Looking To Sell Up In 3 States, Arizona, Illinois & Nevada

Cannabis Law Report

The report reveals the following California-based marijuana multistate operator MedMen Enterprises has hired ATB Capital Markets to review and potentially help the company divest assets in three states. According to a news release, the assets under review include: A retail outlet and cultivation and production facility in Arizona. Two stores in Illinois.

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CBD Oil for Dogs with Seizures: A Comprehensive Guide

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Seizures can be a scary and difficult experience for you and your dog. While traditional medications are available, some pet.

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Master Plant Awarded Cannabis Licence In Guernsey

Cannabis Law Report

PRESS RELEASE MASTER Plant Holdings (“Master Plant”), an emerging player in the European cannabis industry, have been awarded a cannabis licence for research, development and manufacturing on the island of Guernsey. The licence, only the second issued by the Bailiwick of Guernsey, represents a major milestone for Master Plant and the UK cannabis industry.

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Marijuana legalization bill passes hurdle in NH House

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The New Hampshire House has given initial approval to legislation to legalize marijuana.House Bill 639 would make possession and use.

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House revives talks to decriminalize cannabis use in the Philippines

Cannabis Law Report

Former House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez, who used profanity to describe the classification of cannabis as a dangerous drug, argues that its legalization would generate revenues for the government A House panel for the first time in the 19th Congress under the Marcos administration took up a bill seeking to decriminalize the production, sale, and use […]

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North Carolina Senate committee OKs medical marijuana bill

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

RALEIGH, N.C. (WGHP) — A bill to legalize cannabis products for medical prescriptions has been passed to a second committee.

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What is Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome?

United Patients Group

What is Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome? Introduction Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a rare and often misdiagnosed cause of nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. The condition develops after frequent and long-term use of cannabis. The symptoms can be so severe that some patients require hospitalization for dehydration. CHS may affect an estimated 0.2% to 0.5% of cannabis users but has only been described in peer-reviewed journals since 2004, when it was first reported by Australian physicia

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New green deal? Iowa Democrats say legalize marijuana now

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

DES MOINES, IOWA — As every election goes by, a new state is added to the list of having legal.