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Delaware: House Passes Adult-Use Cannabis Bill with Two-Thirds Supermajority

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“Legalizing cannabis possession, eliminating criminal penalties for all ages, and creating a regulated market are huge leaps forward for Delaware,” said Laura Sharer, Executive Director of Delaware NORML. "Provisions afforded from the Justice Reinvestment Fund will begin the process of reversing decades of discriminatory, harmful, and fundamentally unfair cannabis laws by putting equity back into our communities.

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CBD market stabilizes after initial boom and slump

Leafly

A few years ago, CBD was set to become a lucrative industry, but it hasn't lived up to that expectation. Learn about what happened to the CBD market and where it's going. The post CBD market stabilizes after initial boom and slump appeared first on Leafly.

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These 4 States Stand a Good Chance at Legalizing Recreational Cannabis in 2023

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Four U.S. states — Minnesota, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania — stand a good chance at legalizing recreational cannabis this year. There’s also a slim chance of efforts being successfully voted on in the Carolinas, Indiana, and New Hampshire. Advocates are pushing harder for cannabis reform after achieving mixed results during last year’s midterm elections , which saw two victories (Missouri and Maryland) and three losses (Arkansas, North Dakota, and South Dakota).

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The price of Massachusetts weed has fallen by half. Here’s why

Leafly

Long-planned grow operations are finally delivering weed—and flooding the state market. The post The price of Massachusetts weed has fallen by half. Here’s why 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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Illinois cannabis oversight bills move forward

Illinois News Joint

Four Illinois House bills involving cannabis oversight and regulations were assigned to the Executive Committee February 28, 2023. The four Illinois House bills include HB1436 (Cannabis-Oversight Commission), HB2430 (Cannabis Reg-Nursery Licenses), HB2522 (Cannabis-Delivery Licenses), and HB3921 (Miscellaneous Cannabis Regulations). HB1436 amends the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act and “Creates the Cannabis Equity and Oversight Commission.

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Press Release: Vancouver company inks MDMA and psilocybin distribution agreement in Australia

Cannabis Law Report

Vancouver-based drug manufacturer and formulator Optimi Health has signed a distribution agreement to supply the Australian market with its MDMA formulation and psilocybin capsules. The products will be exported to Australia by July 1, 2023, when authorized psychiatrists can begin prescribing MDMA and psilocybin for specific mental health conditions.

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Does smoking weed negatively impact running performance?

Leafly

Many runners may wonder if weed is negatively impacting their workout. Leafly spoke with a doctor to learn more. The post Does smoking weed negatively impact running performance? appeared first on Leafly.

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Johnson Sakaja, Kipchumba Murkomen Agree on Expressway Exit from Nairobi CBD

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Governor Johnson Sakaja said deal to have an exit into Nairobi Expressway from Nairobi CBD was agreed in meeting with.

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Alert: “bulletin in response to a series of reports regarding licensees not paying invoices for Regulated Marijuana ordered”

Cannabis Law Report

To All Interested Parties: The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is issuing this industry bulletin in response to a series of reports regarding licensees not paying invoices for Regulated Marijuana ordered and received from other Regulated Marijuana Businesses. Please see the linked industry bulletin above for additional details. All industry bulletins can be found on our Compliance Tools page.

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Columbia, Boone County will have Marijuana tax questions on ballot

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

When Missouri voters approved recreational marijuana it opened the door for municipalities and counties to seek sales taxes on those.

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IS FLORIDA IS ABOUT TO KILL OFF ITS HEMP INDUSTRY?

Cannabis Law Report

As legislative sessions across the country continue this spring, we have started to notice an emerging trend among elected officials. Many state senators and congresspersons are being bombarded with requests to clarify, curb, or cancel the rapidly emerging market of mood-altering products containing hemp-derived cannabinoids. We wrote about Virginia’s attempt to regulate these products last week.

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Bill will make it illegal for police to search vehicles based on marijuana smell

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Print Thursday, March 9, 2023Ken Duffy, WBAL NewsRadio 1090 and FM 101.5 A bill going before the Maryland House Judiciary.

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Alert: Health and Safety Advisory specific to Green Street LLC

Cannabis Law Report

Dear Licensees and Stakeholders, The Marijuana Enforcement Division is issuing a corrected Health and Safety Advisory specific to Green Street LLC, originally issued on March 7, 2023. The enclosed corrected HSA removed the dba (doing business as) associated with Green Street LLC.

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Ultra CBD Gummies Reviews (Scam or Legit) – Is It Worth Your Money?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Health issues might not favor an active lifestyle when a person goes for an overwork routine. Daily long hours of.

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Real or Not Real? The Difference Between Legal Delta-8/Delta-10 THC and Illegal Delta-8/Delta-10 THCO

Cannabis Law Report

By J. Hunter Robinson & Rachel M. LaBruyere on March 9, 2023 Last week, we wrote about the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) February 13, 2023 response letter stating that delta-8 THCO and delta-9 THCO – two forms of THC acetate ester (THCO) – are illegal controlled substances under federal law. The DEA’s decision centered on THCO’s “synthetic” nature.

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MCSO recover Ecstasy, Oxycodone, Marijuana, and a stolen firearm during traffic stop

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

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Delaware House Approves Bill to Legalize Cannabis for Adults

Cannabis Law Report

The Delaware House on Tuesday approved a bill to eliminate penalties for the use or possession of cannabis by adults, WHYY reports. A similar measure was approved by both legislative chambers last year but was vetoed by Gov. John Carney (D) and the House failed to override him.

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Yonkers police crack down on smoke shops selling marijuana without license

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Officials are cracking down on illegal marijuana retailers Officials in Yonkers have closed more than seven smoke shops for selling.

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Cool accessories for your Mighty Plus

Cannabis Law Report

If you own a Crafty, Mighty, Crafty Plus or Mighty Plus, you are also probably very proud to own it, and are also on the lookout for any cool spare parts and accessories to make your vaporizer even more awesome!

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CBD manufacturer Green Roads files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

CBD manufacturer Green Roads files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Original Author Link click here to read complete story.

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ADVANTAGES OF VAPING THROUGH A GLASS WATER BUBBLER

Cannabis Law Report

If you own a dry herb vaporizer, and use it daily, you are also probably aware of the burn feeling you may encounter when you bump your vaporizer up to the maximum temperature, and you may find this burn feeling a little irritating.

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Mexico’s legal cannabis business takes next step with CBD-focused firm By Reuters

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

© Reuters. FILE PHOTO: Marijuana leaves are seen next to Mexico’s Senate building at the protest cannabis garden of the.

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Enablers of Cocaine Trafficking: Evidence of the State-Crime Nexus from Contemporary Honduras

Cannabis Law Report

Author: Emilia Ziosi Abstract Honduras has been Central America’s focal point for drug trafficking towards the United States for years as the region’s main transit country.

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Marijuana Sentencing Reform Guidelines Get DOJ Support

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the U.S. Sentencing Commission (USSC) held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Federal Sentencing.

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Acknowledging Cocaine Capital in Central American Development

Cannabis Law Report

Authors Zoe Pearson , Alexandre Skiba, Kendra McSweeney Erik Nielsen Justin Piccorelli Abstract Cocaine trafficking has a significant but understudied influence on Central American economies. The economic implications of this trade have repercussions for both regional development and drug control policy debates, and therefore deserve greater attention.

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Lumizen Wellness CBD Expands its Portfolio by Acquiring Longevity CBD – World News Report

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Longevity CBD and Lumizen Wellness Lumizen Wellness and Longevity CBD Longevity CBD Lumizen Wellness CBD, a leading CBD brand, has.

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The Times They Are A-Changin’: Ohio May Legalize Adult Use Marijuana in 2023

Cannabis Law Report

As Ohio’s medicinal marijuana industry grows and the public’s attitude towards marijuana trends toward acceptance, various organizations and lawmakers have begun to lay the groundwork to – at long last – legalize adult use cannabis in Ohio in 2023.

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Protected Content – Please read below – The Baker County Press

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The article you requested “Pair face possible felony for fentanyl, meth, marijuana” requires a e-Edition Subscriber membership. You aren’t logged.

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Medicinal Cannabis Illinois Lawyer or Paralegal Cannabis For Wellness

Cannabis Law Report

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to be involved with a start-up Medicinal Cannabis company that will be based in multiple states, Illinois Cannabis For Wellness, seeking licensees for cultivation, processing, and dispensary in Illinois strives to provide innovative solutions and superior quality and service to our customers.

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Can CBD really manage hair loss?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

CBD oil- this all-natural and non-psychoactive hemp extract is gaining popularity as a holistic remedy for everything you can think.

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