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Massachusetts: Majority of Adults Say Marijuana Legalization Has Been “Positive” for the State

NORML

NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano said: “These polling results once again affirm that most voters do not experience ‘buyer’s remorse’ following the enactment of marijuana legalization. Most Americans believe that these laws are operating in a manner that is consistent with their expectations and that legalization and regulation is preferable to criminalization.”.

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7 questions about Germany’s weed legalization answered

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Is weed legal in Germany? Not yet, but we answered five questions you might have about cannabis legalization in Deutschland. The post 7 questions about Germany’s weed legalization answered appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML Issues Report Highlighting 2021 State Legislative Victories

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State legislators in 2021 enacted over 50 laws liberalizing marijuana policies in more than 25 states. The post NORML Issues Report Highlighting 2021 State Legislative Victories appeared first on NORML.

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Is it time to regulate alcohol like marijuana?

Leafly

Before squeezing cannabis potency, let's lower alcohol content to marijuana levels. The post Is it time to regulate alcohol like marijuana? 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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Do mushrooms have terpenes and an entourage effect?

Cannabis Life Network

Mycologist, Paul Stamets, gave incredible wisdom with a specific type of psychedelic mushroom during a MAPS presentation. This advice is perhaps only needed for the strongest of the species known to man, but as it turns out, there is more to a shroom than psychoactive tryptamines. Lab tests have revealed that fresh mushrooms contain the more delicate […].

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Press Release: Xebra Granted Trademarks in Mexico

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s what they are saying. Xebra Brands Ltd. (“Xebra”) (CSE: XBRA) (OTC: XBRAF) (FSE: 9YC), a cannabis company, is pleased to announce that it has been granted trademarks in Mexico for Xebra’s THC and CBD infused beverage brands, including MADCAP soft drinks, and the slogan Crazy Good , HIGHJACK energy drinks, and the slogan Enjoy the Trip , VICIOUS CITRUS lemonades, and the slogan Lemonade for Renegades , HIGHCASTLE waters, and the slogan Drink Like a King , and Xebra’s C

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What Are Terpenes? A Closer Look at What They Do For You

Leafwell

Terpenes are organic chemical compounds that naturally occur in the cannabis plant. They are found in the trichomes (tiny hairs protecting the outer layer of the plant) and give cannabis its distinctive aromas and flavors. Terpenes are found in other plants as well, including herbs like thyme and citrus fruits like lemons. These organic compounds do much more than deliver a potent flavorful and.

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Heather Burke Builds Law Firm With New Hires & Expanded Offerings

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s Heather’s latest update. In my never-ending quest to provide clients in the the Emerald Triangle and Sierra Nevada mountain range with the highest quality of legal services at fair rates, Heather L. Burke, P.C. is expanding our services once again! As most of our longtime clients know, we expanded our services back back in May with the addition of U.S.P.T.O. registered patent attorney, Margaret Richardson , to include patents, certification marks and trademarks, copyrights,

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6 Rock Stars who Rock the Cannabis Business

Cannabis Life Network

Some rock stars aren’t just rocking the stage — they also rock their own cannabis business. With the creativity and empathy-enhancing effects, it makes sense why many musicians are open about their love of Mary Jane, whether for creativity, medical reasons, or just for fun. You may have heard of brands like Leafs by Snoop, TICAL, […]. The post 6 Rock Stars who Rock the Cannabis Business appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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UAE Says It Won’t Arrest Travellers Carrying Cannabis “Products” Containing THC

Cannabis Law Report

ABC News USA reports. DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — The United Arab Emirates has eased some of its harsh drug laws, relaxing penalties for travelers who arrive in the country with products containing THC, the main intoxicating chemical in cannabis. The new law, published Sunday in the UAE’s official gazette, says people caught carrying food, drinks and other items with cannabis into the country will no longer land in prison if it’s their first time.

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Washington D.C.’s Cannabis Gifting Culture Narrowly Escapes Demise

Veriheal

Washington D.C., the capital of the United States, has a unique situation when it comes to cannabis legalization. The cannabis gifting culture that developed in the city as a result of cannabis laws rife with ambiguity was recently threatened with new legislation, but a last-minute change to the bill preserved the popular practice. Because D.C.—which sits on the land between Virginia and Maryland—is not a state, the district’s citizens are often at a disadvantage when it comes to many of t

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Kentucky Lawmaker Pre-Files Marijuana Legalization Bills For 2022 Session

Cannabis Law Report

Marijuana Moment reports. A Kentucky lawmaker announced on Monday that she is pre-filing bills to legalize possession, limited sales and home cultivation of marijuana in the state for the 2022 session, with endorsements from several leading advocacy groups. Rep. Nima Kulkarni (D) is taking a dual-track approach to the reform, with one bill to have the legislature adopt the policy as a statutory measure and another to enact legalization through a constitutional amendment that would go before vote

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What Exactly Is the Entourage Effect?

Leafwell

The “entourage effect” refers to the mixture of compounds in cannabis that work together synergistically to modulate the psychoactive effects of the plant. Some suggest that the mixture of compounds also improves the health benefits of various cannabinoids. Which Compounds Are Involved In The Entourage Effect? There are hundreds if not thousands of compounds in the cannabis plant.

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Nevada: CCB Deals With A Range Of Infringements

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the latest list. Missing Surveillance System & Sink Deficiencies – $42,600 Fine. In an agreement with the CCB, IPL admitted that it failed to maintain a required surveillance system and to failed to maintain hand washing facilities that were fully stocked. IPL agreed to pay a civil penalty in the amount of $42,600 in consideration for its admitted violations and in consideration of the CCB’s agreement to resolve the Administrative Action.

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Answer of the Day for Nov 30, 2021

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What serious adverse events have been noted in psilocybin clinical trials? The serious adverse events (AE) reported in the psilocybin clinical trial conducted by Compass Pathways occurred in 12 of the 233 patients and included suicidal behavior, suicidal ideation, and intentional self-injury. These AE’s occurred in 6.3% of the 25-mg group (5 patients), in 8.0% of the 10-mg group (6 patients), and 1.3% of the 1-mg group (1 patient).

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Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Wants Legislators to Up date/grade Cannabis legislation

Cannabis Law Report

The Boston Globe reports. Three years after recreational marijuana sales began in Massachusetts, the department that regulates the business is asking legislators to update the state’s stagnant cannabis laws, saying reforms are urgently required to fulfill its goal. The Cannabis Control Commission just approved unanimously to launch its first-ever coordinated lobbying campaign on Beacon Hill, in support of proposed legislation that would award low-interest loans or grants to disenfranchised

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Cannabis Ballot Measures Are a Sucker’s Game: Notes from South Dakota, Mississippi, Nebraska and Florida

Canna Law Blog

Last week, the Supreme Court of South Dakota overturned a voter-approved, constitutional amendment to legalize adult use cannabis statewide. Governor Kristi Noem instigated the anti-democratic fight on social welfare grounds, although the court made its ruling on technical grounds, finding that Amendment A violated a “single-issue” initiative subject requirement.

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Report: A War on Us: How Much New Jersey Spends Enforcing the War on Drugs

Cannabis Law Report

Apologies for not being aware of this report earlier in the year. The numbers are terrifying in terms of what’s been spent. June 16 2021. New Jersey spent $11.6 billion over the last decade enforcing the War on Drugs, exacerbating inequality and costing people their lives. Executive Summary. “. A rational statewide drug policy requires that the coercive force of the criminal justice system be used constructively to influence far more people, numbering in the millions, than could ever be ar

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Interview: Malta – Prime Minister Robert Abela has said the new cannabis laws address modern realities, and seek to give people a second chance.

Cannabis Law Report

The Labour leader was speaking during an interview on party radio station ONE Radio. He said the law takes a harm reduction approach. “We could have closed our eyes, and said these realities do not exist.”. “We are government which wants to create opportunities, not supress them. With a tarnished police conduct your progress in life is halted, especially when you are faced with drug charges,” Abela said.

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High Tide Closes Acquisition of NuLeaf Naturals

Cannabis Law Report

High Tide Inc. (“ High Tide ” or the “ Company “) (TSXV: HITI) (NASDAQ: HITI ) (FSE: 2LYA), a leading retail-focused cannabis company with bricks and mortar as well as global e-commerce assets, is pleased to announce, that further to its press release dated November 22, 2021 , the Company has completed its acquisition (the “ Acquisition “) of an 80% interest in NuLeaf Naturals, LLC (“ NuLeaf “) for US$31,240,000 (the “ Transaction “), and will have a three-year option to acquire the remainin

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Press Release: Trulieve Cannabis Corp. Issues Inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance Report

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the blurb. Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF ) (“Trulieve” or “the Company”), the largest multi-state operator (MSO) in the United States , today announced the publication of its first Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report (the “Report”). The Report contains standard disclosures from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Sustainability Reporting Standards, The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) as well as the United Nations Sustainable

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Harborside Announces Business Combination with Urbn Leaf and Loudpack Creating StateHouse Holdings, a Leading California Cannabis Company

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Urbn Leaf CEO Ed Schmults to be named CEO of StateHouse – – Vertically integrated with a fully installed and operational platform to consolidate the California cannabis sector – – US$77.3 million in rollup debt financing expected to provide non-dilutive capital, leveraging StateHouse’s significant real estate portfolio – OAKLAND, Calif. , Nov. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Harborside Inc. (“Harborside” or the “Company”) (CSE:

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Looking to learn the basics of Hemp/CBD law for your small or minority-owned business?

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WEBINAR. BONG SCORE. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event. 1 Don’t Bother Unless You Need A Well Deserved Sleep. 2 You Might Learn Something But We Hope You Didn’t Pay For It. 3 This is really something, interesting presenters, well worth the money, and i actually will learn something. Looking to learn the basics of Hemp/CBD law for your small or minority-owned business?

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10 California cities still don’t have retail dispensaries

Cannabis Law Report

The Sacramento Bee reports. Though Californians voted to legalize adult use marijuana in 2016, it remains largely unavailable in some of the biggest cities in the state. Out of the 482 cities in California, 174 of them allow some form of licensed cannabis business, says Hirsh Jain of Ananda Strategy. Many of those cities allow only non-retail cannabis operations, such as manufacturing or distribution, “and so are arguably missing the most important part of the legal supply chain,” Ja

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California rolls out plans to standardize cannabis testing statewide

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz have published a detailed piece on SB.544. Here’s the introduction. California regulators have begun a new push to standardize cannabis testing with the aim of eliminating inconsistencies among the state’s 41 operational marijuana labs. Advocates say the effort – mandated by a new state law – will improve quality and reliability while discouraging lab shopping and other practices that produce bogus test results.

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Alliance for Sensible Markets Calls On CA, OR, CO & WA To Join Interstate Compact For Cannabis Trade

Cannabis Law Report

The group Alliance for Sensible Markets is calling on California, Colorado, Oregon and Washington to join an interstate compact for cannabis commerce. REPORTS HIGH TIMES. They write. A group representing cannabis businesses and activists is calling on the governors of four western states to explore receiving federal approval for interstate trade in cannabis, a move that could help set the stage for the eventual national legalization of cannabis. .

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Cannabis Control Appeals Panel Provides Notice of Regulatory Action

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis Control Appeals Panel Provides Notice of Regulatory Action. The Cannabis Control Appeals Panel (CCAP) is providing notice of a proposed rulemaking to update and clarify cannabis control appeals panel regulations. This proposed rulemaking action amends the regulatory language to reflect recent statutory changes to licensing agency structure, to clarify and make specific certain filing procedures, to update the Panel’s office location and incorporated documents, and to maximize inclusiv

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SOL Global Announces Expiry and Results of Oversubscribed $30 Million Substantial Issuer Bid

Cannabis Law Report

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–SOL Global Investments Corp. (“ SOL Global ”) (CSE: SOL) (OTCQ SOLCF) (Frankfurt: 9SB) is pleased to announce the preliminary results of its substantial issuer bid (the “ Offer ”) which expired on November 26, 2021, pursuant to which SOL Global offered to purchase for cancellation up to $30 million of its common shares (“ Common Shares ”).

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This Week On The Karma Koala Podcast (49) The Honorable Robert J. Torres, Jr. Supreme Court Justice Guam, Marlo Nicole, Arundati Dandapani & George Smitherman of the Cannabis Council of Canada

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Marlo Richardson. Marlo is a dynamic leader, business professional and has made her mark in many industries. She is a regular disrupter, often carrying the title “First African American Woman” to do something. Marlo has been a Keynote Speaker, business advisor, and is often invited to speak with local business groups and universities regarding her personal story and experiences in the business world.

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Hempsana Announces Commercial Production of CBG

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NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION OR DISSEMINATION DIRECTLY, OR INDIRECTLY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES. TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $HMPS #CBG –Hempsana Holdings Ltd. (the “ Company ” or “ Hempsana ”), a leading cannabis extraction company that focuses on the production of high-quality cannabis extracts, today announced its completion of it’s largest commercial run of cannabigerol (“CBG”).