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Virginia: Changes to Marijuana Laws Take Effect July 1

NORML

Today, marks the one year anniversary of legalization in Virginia, and multiple changes to marijuana laws will take effect. . The post Virginia: Changes to Marijuana Laws Take Effect July 1 appeared first on NORML.

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Stay chill with Ice Cream Cake—July’s Leafly HighLight

Leafly

This summer strain is perfect for stoners with a sweet tooth. The post Stay chill with Ice Cream Cake—July’s Leafly HighLight appeared first on Leafly.

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State Policy Weekly Update 7/1/2022

NORML

This week's update highlights legislative developments in California, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Washington, DC. . The post State Policy Weekly Update 7/1/2022 appeared first on NORML.

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Study: Cannabis Can Help Alleviate Insomnia In Those Suffering From Depression & Anxiety

The Fresh Toast

Study: Cannabis Can Help Alleviate Insomnia In Those Suffering From Depression & Anxiety. Though it is estimated that some 10-30% of the global population suffers from insomnia, there are not many effective treatments for it. . The post Study: Cannabis Can Help Alleviate Insomnia In Those Suffering From Depression & Anxiety appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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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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Here’s what you need to know about cannabis research

The Cannigma

There’s no doubt that the amount of information that is available about cannabis is at an all-time high – in 2020 alone, over 3,500 scientific articles were published on the topic. Research funding is also up, and all of this data influences how we see, think and hear about the plant and its effects. These claims influence things like how consumers purchase cannabis or how doctors consult with medical cannabis patients.

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U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Cases Seeking Workers’ Comp for Medical Marijuana

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2022 BY EMILY MEEHAN. The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear two cases challenging Minnesota’s denial of workers’ compensation for medical marijuana used to treat work-related injuries. Two Minnesota employees, Susan Musta, who suffered a neck injury while working as a dental hygienist and Daniel Bierbach, who was injured at his job working for an all-terrain vehicle company, were certified as eligible to participate in Minnesota’s medical cannabis program and began using medical ca

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New York’s Retail Dispensary Build-Out Requirements

Canna Law Blog

Without much fanfare, the Dormitory Authority – State of New York (or DASNY) issued a request for proposal (RFP) for design-build services for conditional adult-use retail dispensaries (CAURDs). DASNY included a concept program (see Addendum 3 ) that details the build-out requirements for retail dispensaries selected as part of the CAURD social equity program.

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What Does Canada Day Mean To You?

Cannabis Life Network

What does Canada Day mean to you? I can tell you what it means for me. Canada’s golden age was between 1840 and the 1900s, before World War 1. You may say, Caleb, Canada wasn’t a country in 1840. But I’m afraid I have to disagree. When Upper and Lower Canada were united and given […]. The post What Does Canada Day Mean To You?

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Answer of the Day for Jul 2, 2022

TheAnswerPage

On June 21, 2022, Purdue Pharma announced that Nalmefene HCl Injection, 2mg/2mL (1mg/1mL) is now available in the U.S. For what condition is Nalmefene HCl indicated? Nalmefene is an opioid antagonist indicated for the complete or partial reversal of opioid drug effects, including respiratory depression, induced by either natural or synthetic opioids, and in the management of known or suspected opioid overdose.

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Compass Pathways Looking To Fill Legal Positions In London & New York

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s who they are looking for – is it you? COMPASS Pathways – Privacy Compliance Analyst (London, England, United Kingdom). COMPASS Pathways – Legal Counsel (New York City, NY, USA). COMPASS Pathways – Legal Compliance Analyst / Paralegal (New York City, NY, USA).

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Rhode Island Prohibits Telemedicine Evaluations for Medical Cannabis

Canna Care Docs

For much of the Covid-19 pandemic, those seeking medical marijuana in certain states had a special benefit. Medical cannabis clinics could offer virtual consultations via telemedicine. This allowed patients to stay safe, while making the process of getting a medical marijuana card easy and convenient. However, Rhode Island practitioners are no longer allowed to make medical marijuana recommendations via telemedicine.

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Nevada: Cannabis Summer School

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis Summer School Starts Soon. It’s a short post. Summer is here and we are ready for Cannabis Summer School! We’ll be meeting every Monday for eight weeks. We have an exciting lineup of industry professionals ready to share their knowledge with you. Class is free to members. Nonmembers may attend for $10 per class. If you aren’t able to make the meeting email amber@ceicnv.org for additional information.

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Is weed legal in Iowa?

The Cannigma

Medical: Yes, limited Recreational: No Reciprocity: No. Iowa has not legalized adult-use cannabis, but it does have a medical cannabis program. Medical marijuana was legalized in May 2017 with sales starting in December 2018. The program is quite limited, with only manufactured products that have a small amount of THC allowed every 90 days. As of June 2022, there were just five medical marijuana dispensaries to serve the entire state.

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Squire Patton Boggs want court to dismiss cannabis group’s trade secrets claims

Cannabis Law Report

Attorneys for law firm Squire Patton Boggs and former U.S. House Speaker John Boehner are asking a Washington, D.C., court to dismiss a lawsuit from a cannabis advocacy group that alleged the firm stole talking points about marijuana legalization. The lawsuit claimed that Boehner withdrew from a deal to join the organization before starting his own cannabis group.

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How to Grow High-Quality Weed at Home

The Joint Blog

Weed requires a skillful process but is easy to pursue as a stoner. There is no stress in having homegrown weed, and you can determine the cost. You can expect good yields if the process is done right. Making early decisions will save you some losses and cut costs for your weed gardening. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to grow high-quality weed at home without stress.

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Santa Barbara County Prosecutors Move Against Five Cannabis Operators

Cannabis Law Report

The Santa Barbara Independent reports. Five former North County cannabis operators are scheduled for hearings this month in Superior Court in two separate cases; the charges they face include alleged perjury, unlawful cultivation and sale of marijuana, and conspiracy to commit a crime. The two cases — Herbal Angels and Santa Barbara Greenland Deliveries, or SBGD — are among dozens of criminal complaints that District Attorney Joyce Dudley has filed against cannabis operators since the Board of S

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Brittney Griner’s Trial, Medical Cannabis’ Recession Outlook, and SAFE Banking’s Stumble

Veriheal

WNBA star Brittney Griner got a trial date, medical cannabis was deemed “recession-proof,” and the SAFE Banking Act stumbled once again. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. Brittney Griner’s Trial to Begin July 1. WNBA star Brittney Griner’s trial in Russian court is officially set to start this Friday. Griner has been under custody for the last four months following an arrest for alleged cannabis possession at a Moscow airport.

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Oregon: OLCC – OLCC implores Congressional Representatives to make safe banking a top priority now Cash-laden Cannabis Businesses targeted

Cannabis Law Report

The OLCC Press Release. Portland, OR. – Outdated federal barriers to banking services continue to severely impact the legal cannabis industry in Oregon and nationwide. The problem isn’t just about the convenience of engaging in daily banking transactions like any other business, but is a direct safety issue as cannabis businesses are known to have large amounts of cash.

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The Oregon Psilocybin Services Section is Hiring (Program Analyst)

Cannabis Law Report

We are currently recruiting for a Program Analyst to develop, coordinate, and analyze our tracking systems. The position will be developing and evaluating OPS’s Training program, Licensing and Compliance (TLC) system as well as OPS’s product tracking system. See the job announcement below. OPS is a new section housed within the Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division’s Center for Health Protection.

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Commission Again Extends Orders Allowing Telehealth Consultations and MTC Curbside Operations

Cannabis Law Report

Alert. Effective Friday, July, 1, 2022, the Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) has again reissued its Order Allowing for Telehealth Consultations for Patients and extended its Administrative Order Allowing Curbside Operations for Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MTCs) until December 31, 2022. During their June 9, 2022 public meeting, the Commission discussed the need for continuing these Orders in recognition of ongoing risks and unknowns posed by COVID-19.

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Weedweek Article Suggests That Last Prisoner Project Is Overestimating Amount of People Incarcerated For Cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the intro. The idea that ‘No one should be locked up for a plant’ is both a cherished belief in cannabis circles and a central argument for the legal industry’s existence. Since its founding in 2019, Last Prisoner Project , a non-profit brainchild of industry pioneer Steve DeAngelo, has become of the most prominent cannabis charities by pledging to free the 40,000 people locked up for cannabis in this country.

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Alert: Governor Gavin Newsom signs legislation implementing the 2022-23 state budget, including trailer bill focusing on measures to bring tax relief to the cannabis industry

Cannabis Law Report

Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation implementing the 2022-23 state budget, including a trailer bill focused on measures that will bring tax relief to the cannabis industry, support equity businesses, strengthen enforcement tools against illegal cannabis operators, and protect youth, environmental, and public safety programs funded by cannabis tax revenue.

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Washington: WSLCB Enforcement Changes Policy on Plant Canopy

Cannabis Law Report

My colleagues and I recently attended the Washington Cannabis Association’s ( WACA ) summer meeting in Walla Walla, WA. We heard from regulators, politicians, and most importantly, cannabis businesses. One common refrain we heard from producers was a new policy from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) with regards to how the board is enforcing rules surrounding plant canopy.

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Oregon’s New Artificially Derived Cannabinoid Rules Begin July 1

Cannabis Law Report

Artificially derived cannabinoid (ADC) products are leaving Oregon grocery stores and convenience stores beginning July 1, 2022. Following the effective date, only licensed marijuana dispensaries can sell ADC products, and only if the product complies with the requirements of OAR 845-025-1310. Oregon’s impending ban comes just months after the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit (whose jurisdiction includes Oregon) ruled that Delta-8 THC (an ADC) is legal under federal law.

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Ninth Circuit Upholds Trademark Protections for Manufacturer of E-Cigarettes Containing Delta-8 THC

Cannabis Law Report

Ninth Circuit Upholds Trademark Protections for Manufacturer of E-Cigarettes Containing Delta-8 THC. WRITTEN BY: Snell & Wilmer. Contact. David Barker. Andrew Green. The Ninth Circuit affirmed a preliminary injunction in favor of AK Futures LLC (“AK Futures”), a manufacturer of e-cigarette and vaping products, against Boyd Street Distro, LLC (“Boyd Street”), a Los Angeles-based storefront and smoke product wholesaler that had allegedly been selling counterfeit versions of AK Futures’ produ

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Brittney Griner Wore Jimi Hendrix T-Shirt to Her Russian Court Appearance July 1

Cannabis Law Report

Her trial (show trial) is set to start July 7. Cleb Stoner report. Defiantly donning a Jimi Hendrix t-shirt to her trial, WNBA star Brittney Griner appeared in a Russian court on July 1 to face charges of possessing cannabis dating back to her February 19 arrest at Sheremetyevo Airport near Moscow. The trial is taking place in Khimki City Court, also outside of Moscow.

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