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Longtime Texas NORML Director Hired to Oversee State Policy Reform Efforts

NORML

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is pleased to announce the addition of Jax Finkel James to its national staff. “I am excited to join the staff at NORML where I can use the passion, lessons, and skills I have learned in Texas to empower states and to coordinate reforms with NORML’s numerous chapters across the nation," James said.

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New Issue of the ASA Activist Newsletter is out!

Americans for Safe Access

The latest issue of the ASA Activist Newsletter has the news you need to stay informed and be an effective advocate. Updates include important federal cannabis reforms that have been signed into law or are pending before Congress, as well as PFC's new role as a GMP Certifier in New York state, a new episode of the Cannabis Enigma podcast, and a sneak peek at the revamped state report card.

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The Leafly buyer’s guide for weed pipes

Leafly

Glass pipes aren’t what they used to be, with individual artists, specialized brands, and mass-produced imports flooding the market. Check out Leafly’s list of the best pipes and other weed-smoking tools fit for the palm of your hand. . The post The Leafly buyer’s guide for weed pipes appeared first on Leafly.

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Australia: MDMA and psilocybin could be removed the TGA’s list of prohibited drugs

Cannabis Law Report

The ABC’s radio national looks at the ins and outs… Australia’s drug regulator, the Therapeutic Goods Administration, is set to soon announce if psilocybin and MDMA – better known as magic mushrooms and ecstasy – should be removed from the prohibited drugs list. If they do, the drugs could be used to treat a range of mental illness.

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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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The Roll-up #220: Resisting colonial nonsense

Leafly

This week we talk with Jordan Brant, from the Tyendinaga community, part of the Mohawk Nation, about indigenous cannabis companies. The post The Roll-up #220: Resisting colonial nonsense appeared first on Leafly.

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Weekly Cannabis Roundup December 3

Veriheal

A cannabis-less dispensary opened its doors at a San Francisco mall, a Massachusetts retailer took legal action against its home city over extreme “community impact fees,” and a string of robberies across various Bay Area dispensaries have left the owners enraged at police inaction. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. San Francisco Mall Welcomes a Cannabis-less Dispensary .

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The path to Indigenous Sovereignty isn’t through legal weed

Leafly

These Indigenous entrepreneurs don't want to work in legal weed. Here's why. The post The path to Indigenous Sovereignty isn’t through legal weed appeared first on Leafly.

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FREE Webinar Series – Cannabis: A Global New High

Canna Law Blog

Register HERE ! Harris Bricken is teaming up with international law firm Clifford Chance to analyze and discuss the latest trends in commercial cannabis and cannabis-based products in the key markets of Africa, Europe, the U.K., the U.S., and Canada. During this FREE webinar series on Wednesday, December 8th, from 8am PT – 11:30am PT , an international group of cannabis business law experts will discuss the legal and regulatory framework for growing, manufacturing, distributing, and sel

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Cannabis in Jamaica: myth vs. reality

Cannabis Life Network

Many tourists associate Jamaica with cannabis. Whether through the many pictures of Bob Marley that exist with him smoking a joint or Peter Tosh’s song Legalize It, for many, when you say you’ve visited Jamaica, chances are pretty good they’ll ask how much weed you smoked. Cannabis in Jamaica isn’t totally legal It may be […].

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Ethanol Hash Oil Extraction Procedure Explained

Medicinal Marijuana Association

The use of alcohol for extracting cannabis is highly popular. Ethanol alcohol is considered a safe chemical solvent by the FDA. This makes it a much healthier choice than most solvents out there.You can make ethanol hash oil (EHO) through a cold process, or a warm process. This piece will discuss what ethanol hash oil is. It will also tell you why it is beneficial during cannabis extraction.

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LCB Policy Statement: Security and Traceability Requirements for Marijuana [Cannabis] Licensees.

Cannabis Law Report

This policy statement describes marijuana licensee traceability reporting requirement adjustments that support transition from the current Leaf Data System to the Cannabis Central Reporting System (CCRS). The context and analysis of this topic are provided below. POLICY STATEMENT: WAC 314-55-083(4) provides that certain information must be kept “completely up-to-date in a system specified by the WSLCB,” and outlines a complete list of required information in WAC 314-55-083(4)(a) through (p).

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4 Ways Cannabis Can Help with Holiday Stress

Canna Care Docs

Holiday season stressing you out? You are definitely not alone. Finding meaningful gifts that are also in your budget, sending out that picture-perfect family card, handling the drama of family get-togethers and playing Santa like a pro—and doing it all with a heavy dose of holiday cheer—can make even the most level-headed humans go a little crazy. If you anticipate losing your cool amid this year’s festivities (or you already have!

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Department of Cannabis Control Proposed Emergency Regulations for Equity Fee Waivers

Cannabis Law Report

Department of Cannabis Control Proposed Emergency Regulations for Equity Fee Waivers. The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) today released proposed emergency regulations to allow cannabis license fee waivers for equity applicants and licensees. These regulations specify requirements outlined in Senate Bill (SB) 166 (Business and Professions Code, section 26249).

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Answer of the Day for Dec 4, 2021

TheAnswerPage

Are CB1 Receptors expressed by cells other than neurons? Yes. They are also expressed on the cells of skin, liver, muscle, heart, pancreas, lung, reproductive organs, and adipose tissue. Again, the location of the CB1 receptors helps explain some of the effects of cannabinoids that bind to CB1 receptors or influence the actions of CB1 receptors. Cavaletti, G., Marmiroli, P., Renn, C.L. et al.

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Fortium Holdings Announces Licensing Agreement for Elysian Premium Cannabis Business

Cannabis Law Report

Agreement establishes Elysian as the exclusive Cannablue licensee in the United States. FAYETTEVILLE, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fortium Holdings Corp. (“Fortium” or the “Company”) (OTC: FRTM), today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Elysian Premium Corp. (“Elysian”), has entered into an agreement with Firebreak Associates, Inc. (“Firebreak”), for the exclusive license to use the Cannablue trademarks and service marks in the United States in connection with the branding of Elysia

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What is full melt hash, the star system, and why does it exclude extracts?

Cannabis Life Network

Hash enthusiasts and solvent extract heads clash from time to time. Two different categories of extracts are separated by physical process and culture. Because of this, there are fine lines in the nomenclature to define various products. For example – a certain phrase only applies to one category, but what is full melt hash and […]. The post What is full melt hash, the star system, and why does it exclude extracts?

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Webinar: What Happens When Your Cannabis Investment Goes Up In Smoke

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Ohio Could Get an Inflow of Tax Revenue if Recreational Cannabis Is Legalized

Veriheal

A recent legislative survey indicates that Ohio Republican lawmakers are more likely to support cannabis legalization than Democrats. Released at the beginning of November, the Gongwer Werth Legislative Opinion Poll revealed that 36% of Democrats want cannabis to be legalized, whereas 43% of Republicans are keen on the idea. Werth, which is recognized as one of Ohio’s top strategic public affairs and public relations firms, also focused on the prospect of addiction issues.

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cbdMD Therapeutics Announces Human Clinical Study In Collaboration With the University of South Carolina

Cannabis Law Report

CHARLOTTE, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–cbdMD, Inc. (NYSE American: YCBD, YCBDpA) (the “Company”), one of the leading, and most highly trusted and recognized cannabidiol (CBD) brands, announced today that it has commenced a preclinical human study with researchers at the University of South Carolina. The study will explore the effects of cbdMD’s proprietary broad spectrum cannabinoid blend on sleep, mood, and pain in healthy subjects to further support the efficacy of the Company’s products.

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Applied DNA Schedules Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast for Thursday, December 9, 2021

Cannabis Law Report

STONY BROOK, N.Y.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $APDN — Applied DNA Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: APDN) (“Applied DNA” or the “Company”), a leader in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)- based DNA manufacturing and nucleic acid-based technologies, today announced that it will report its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2021 financial results after market close on Thursday, December 9, 2021.

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Marinus Pharmaceuticals Announces New Clinical and Research Data to be Presented at American Epilepsy Society Meeting

Cannabis Law Report

Webcast to be held Monday, December 6 at 1:00 p.m. ET (12:00 p.m. CT). RADNOR, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– $MRNS #MarinusPharma — Marinus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: MRNS), a pharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of innovative therapeutics to treat rare seizure disorders, today announced new clinical trial and research data being presented at the American Epilepsy Society (AES) Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, including new quality of life and extended safety and

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Cookies Enters Europe Via Partnership With InterCure, Will Open Stores In Austria & U.K.

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis brand Cookies announced Thursday its international expansion into Europe through a partnership with Israel-based marijuana company InterCure. The parties signed a multi-year deal under which InterCure will establish Cookies stores and medical cannabis pharmacies in Austria and the United Kingdom in early 2022. “As we focus on new territories, it’s vital our customers continue to count on the quality Cookies is known for, which is a value we share with our partners at I

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Looks Like It’s Bye Bye Cannabis Banking In The Defense Spending Bill – Democrats Split

Cannabis Law Report

Here’s the latest – put your hands up if you are surprised it hasn’t worked out. House Democrats to enact marijuana banking reform as an amendment to a must-pass defense bill gained new momentum last week with a show of support from a bipartisan group of senators. But interviews with a number of Senate Democrats show a divided caucus, despite the potential to make progress on one of the party’s longtime policy priorities.

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Republicans’ States Reform Act Presents Alternative to Federal Legalization

Cannabis Law Report

Congressional Republicans have taken a new approach to changing cannabis law, introducing a bill that will decriminalize marijuana, but not legalize it. The bill also eliminates the legal hazards that face many cannabis-related businesses, such as banks, and sets up a system to regulate cannabis much like alcohol. Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina introduced the bill, called the States Reform Act.