Mon.Sep 19, 2022

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California: Governor Signs Legislation Providing Employment Protections for Cannabis Consumers

NORML

“Urine tests are a highly offensive invasion of workers’ personal bodily privacy,” said Dale Gieringer, the Director of California NORML -- which had lobbied for several years in favor of the bill. “They are too frequently abused to discriminate against unpopular workers and minorities. Workers should have the same right to use cannabis as to use other legal substances off the job.”.

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New Study Breaks the Lazy Stoner Stigma

Veriheal

Stoner stigma and stereotypes are not just discriminatory—they are also outdated and are now being rendered invalid. Cannabis consumers, whatever their reason for consumption, are subject to being stereotyped as “lazy stoners.” Fortunately, a recent study found that cannabis consumers are no more likely to lack motivation compared to those who do not consume cannabis. .

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Double Your Impact This Week

NORML

A generous angel donor is matching all donations made to NORML this week! The post Double Your Impact This Week appeared first on NORML.

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Can magic mushrooms really help with alcoholism?

Leafly

A recent study showed promising results when subjects with alcohol use disorder were given psilocybin in conjunction with therapy. The post Can magic mushrooms really help with alcoholism? 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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Jamaica Media Report – “More changes coming for laws on marijuana use”

Cannabis Law Report

The Jamaica Gleaner reports. Culture and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange says the Dangerous Drugs Act will undergo further amendments that will see the widening of legislative authority and the recognition and preservation of marijuana use in Jamaican culture. The legislation was amended in 2015 to decriminalise the use of small quantities of marijuana, but Grange who was at the CanEx Business Conference and Expo in Montego Bay, Friday night, announced the pending changes to the legislation

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Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) Issues $116K in Fines To 8 Canabis Businesses For Failure To Submit Corrrect Financial Reports

Cannabis Law Report

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) began publishing monthly disciplinary action reports related to fines and suspensions issued against Michigan’s marijuana businesses for violating agency rules. The first publicized report for August included fines to eight businesses equaling up to $116,000 for failure to submit the proper financial reports by the deadline.

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Eight Best Cannabis Strains for Anxiety

Cannabis Life Network

The best cannabis strains for anxiety might sound like an oxymoron. Those with anxiety, from minor discomfort to a crippling condition, usually don’t find THC all that welcoming. And indeed, even in people who aren’t overly anxious, high-potency THC can trigger some paranoia. So it’s clear when looking at the best cannabis strains for anxiety we’re going to look at many CBD strains.

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Banning Smokeable Hemp Is a Big Texas Failure

Veriheal

In a blow to freedom and democracy, state lawmakers in Texas banned smokeable hemp. In what many consider an equally heinous move, the Texas Supreme Court upheld the decision to ban smokeable hemp. Currently, residents of Texas make the trip to other neighboring states to buy cannabis, but many of them stay right in Texas and enjoy the benefits they get from hemp.

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OG Kush vs. Zaza: The history behind 2022’s great ganja debate??

Leafly

“Will OG Kush ever go back to selling for $6,000 per pound? With Zaza taking over the market, vets like JAY-Z and OG Louie XIII are calling for a Kush renaissance. Here’s why.”. The post OG Kush vs. Zaza: The history behind 2022’s great ganja debate?? appeared first on Leafly.

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Harris Bricken Litigators Notch $7.4 Million Jury Trial Win

Canna Law Blog

A very big congratulations to a longtime Oregon cannabis client, and to our trial team, which just won a decisive, hard-fought victory in a nine-day jury trial in Portland, Oregon. Harris Bricken attorney Jesse Mondry led a stellar trial team comprised also of attorney Tom Oster , litigation paralegals Kathleen Biddle and Staci Black , and summer associate Janve Sobers.

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Cannabis laws in Albania

The Cannigma

Medical: Illegal Recreational: Illegal. Albania does not have a recreational or medical marijuana program and even small amounts of marijuana for personal use can be penalized by significant jail time. Albania is one of the largest illicit producers of marijuana in Europe, but this has not had an effect on the country’s laws regarding cannabis. In July 2022 , the Albanian government introduced a bill that would legalize growing industrial and medical cannabis, but only for exportation purposes,

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How Much Medical Marijuana Can You Buy At A Dispensary In Pennsylvania?

MMJ Recs

Today, we discuss Pennsylvania dispensary purchase limits and ask … how much medical marijuana can you buy at a dispensary in Pennsylvania? We will also explore the range of products available in PA dispensaries and explain how you can get your own medical marijuana card in The Keystone State. Medical marijuana was legalized in Pennsylvania in 2016 and became available at dispensaries across the Keystone State in 2018.

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Karma Koala Podcast 95 Sept 19 2022: Guns & Cannabis Interview Trilogy 1) Jessica Shrayburn 2) David Cannady 3) Jamie E Wright + Regular Segment “May We Have Yor Attention Please”

Cannabis Law Report

SHOW DATE: EP 95, MONDAY: SEPTEMBER 19. HEATHER’S SONG CHOICE: SILVER BIRD BY MARK LINDSAY. ? IT’S MY BIRTHDAY TODAY ?. GUNS + CANNABIS INTERVIEW TRILOGY. INTERVIEW 1. Guns + Cannabis. JESSICA SHRAYBMAN. ATTORNEY AND FOUNDER OF SHRAYBMAN LAW. Song: Dream A Little Dream Of Me by The Mamas and Papas. Supplementary Information. [link]. ShraybmanLaw.com.

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Is Weed Legal in California?

Otherside Farms

Did you know that nearly 50 million Americans claim to use marijuana? Although many people choose to do so recreationally, plenty consumes the substance to help manage health issues. If you’re one of the latter, you might be wondering if you can use marijuana in California. So, is weed legal in California? Let’s take a look at everything you need to know.

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UK Financial Journalist Says SA Medicinal Cannabis Company Very Dubious Indeed

Cannabis Law Report

Tony Hetherington the Financial Mail on Sunday’s investigator is not impressed and writes. And since City A.M. is a specialist financial publication, I think it is reasonable to expect staff there at least to cast an eye over anything they email to thousands of subscribers, even if they do nothing more than spot the hugely obvious red flags that flutter over Orange River Wealth’s offering.

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Bangladesh recalls deputy head of mission in Indonesia over “cannabis possession”

Cannabis Law Report

The government has recalled Deputy Head of Bangladesh Mission in Indonesia, Kazi Anarkoly, following allegations that Indonesian police recently found marijuana at her residence that “she shared with a foreigner” “She has been recalled already. We are investigating the allegations. The standard of a foreign cadre official is very high and such allegations against such an official is very embarrassing,” State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shahriar Alam told reporters at the

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Michigan Governor Appoints Acting Executive Director to Cannabis Regulatory Agency

Cannabis Law Report

Press Release. LANSING, Mich., Sept. 15, 2022 – PRESS RELEASE – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Brian Hanna as acting executive director of the Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA). Effective Sept. 19, Hanna will join the CRA, bringing extensive experience to fill this vital role within the Whitmer-Gilchrist Administration.

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Don’t Just Sit There! Time to start using your OOZE PEN

Cannabis Law Report

Everyone has seen that there have been quite remarkable developments taking place in the world of vaping. The scope of getting something new and trying something extra never ends. Every day, a new product is being tested and brought into the market for the consumers to enjoy their time while bringing in devices that are as easy as possible for them.

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