July, 2022

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Senate Leadership Introduces Legislation to End Federal Marijuana Prohibition

NORML

Washington, DC: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), along with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) and… The post Senate Leadership Introduces Legislation to End Federal Marijuana Prohibition appeared first on NORML.

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New Research on the Use and Perception of Cannabis

Project CBD

Research update on the shifting dynamics of cannabis consumption and cultural perception.

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Health Canada admits pesticides change the flavour

Cannabis Life Network

Over the past three to four years, Health Canada has refused one question. The department would not explain why they authorized licensed producers to spray sulphur on flowering cannabis intended for smoking. Finally, following the third attempt, Health Canada admits that pesticides change the flavour. Shortly after legalization, rules on ACMPR licensed patients sharing seeds […].

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August Recess is Coming! Should You Meet Your Reps at Home?

Americans for Safe Access

With just a few weeks left of summer, Congress is taking its annual August Recess break. Often when advocates think of meeting their representatives they imagine needing to travel to Washington, DC and meet with them in the halls of Congress. The August Recess break is the perfect opportunity for cannabis advocates, like you, to schedule meetings with your representatives and senators in their home office.

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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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Review: Nipsey Hussle’s estate opens The Marathon Collective dispensary

Leafly

We talked to Hussle's big brother Blacc Sam and sampled products from the grand opening of this highly-respected legacy operation. The post Review: Nipsey Hussle’s estate opens The Marathon Collective dispensary appeared first on Leafly.

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Federal Lawmakers Fast-Tracking Legislation That Seeks to Further Facilitate Cannabis Research

NORML

The Act provides the office of the US Attorney General with a 60-day timeline to either approve or deny the applications from scientists wishing to engage in clinical trials involving the use of cannabis by human subjects. The post Federal Lawmakers Fast-Tracking Legislation That Seeks to Further Facilitate Cannabis Research appeared first on NORML.

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Taking It Slow With GABA

Project CBD

Cannabinoid receptor activation regulates the release of GABA , the brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter, which plays a crucial role in maintaining neuronal health.

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Medical Marijuana Linked to Safer Driving Conditions

CannaMD

Stoned drivers and more accidents. That’s the nightmare scenario envisioned by opponents of marijuana legalization. Fortunately, these dire predictions have not played out. Instead, the numbers indicate that the legalization of marijuana is not associated with an increase in motor vehicle accidents, and may actually decrease rather than increase accident rates.

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Is weed legal in Alabama?

The Cannigma

Medical: Legal, but limited Recreational: illegal Reciprocity: No. Alabama law does not allow the consumption, possession, or cultivation of marijuana for recreational purposes, but has approved the establishment of a medical marijuana program in February 2021. Roll out of the program has been slow, and as of June 2022, there were still no doctors certified to issue prescriptions, no licensed dispensaries, and no legal farming of cannabis products.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: August 2022 horoscopes

Leafly

August is upon us and your horoscope is here to help guide you. Check out which strains to smoke for your star sign on Leafly. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: August 2022 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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Medical Cannabis Businesses In Arkansas Sued For Inflating THC Levels

The Fresh Toast

Medical Cannabis Businesses In Arkansas Sued For Inflating THC Levels. "We noted over time that some marijuana was more potent than others, despite being labeled with similar amounts of THC," said the plaintiffs. The post Medical Cannabis Businesses In Arkansas Sued For Inflating THC Levels appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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New Jersey: Medical Cannabis Products No Longer Subject to Sales Tax

NORML

"The primary focus of any medical cannabis legalization law must be providing safe and convenient access to patients in order to improve their quality of life; it should not be about increasing revenue streams for state lawmakers.". The post New Jersey: Medical Cannabis Products No Longer Subject to Sales Tax appeared first on NORML.

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Heal the Mind, Heal the World

Project CBD

A Review of Psychedelic Justice: Toward a Diverse and Equitable Psychedelic Culture, edited by Beatriz Labate and Clancy Cavnar.

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The Week in Weed: July 8, 2022

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. Nevada regulators approved rules for consumption lounges. THC edibles got the green light in Minnesota. Will the SAFE Act’s road to legalization run through the National Defense Authorization Act? Medical marijuana users in DC will be able to self-certify.

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This free cannabis hotline answers all of your plant questions

The Cannigma

There’s a lot of misinformation about cannabis in the world. Between internet searches that bring up myths and falsehoods, medical professionals who aren’t properly educated about the plant, and marketing language designed to confuse , it’s easy for someone who is curious about cannabis to get the wrong information. What people need is education; free education from qualified professionals that helps you sort through your options and find a cannabis product or routine that serves your needs.

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How does cannabis interact with other drugs?

Leafly

Learn all about how weed mixes with other drugs, prescription or otherwise, to know when it’s safe to light up and when it’s wise to wait. The post How does cannabis interact with other drugs? appeared first on Leafly.

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7 Fruity Strains-High in Limonene and Terpinolene

Sensi Seeds

Cannabis strains offer a variety of aromas, flavours, and expressions. Through these variables we make our own choices and develop our own preferences. It is the unique combination of terpenes that gives each of the strains their similar, but different aromatic profiles. Today we explore the uplifting and refreshing, fruity-based terpenes. The post 7 Fruity Strains-High in Limonene and Terpinolene appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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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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The Risky Business of Synthetic Highs

Project CBD

Super-potent research cannabinoids have escaped from the lab.

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Permission by Prohibition: Cannabis Ads May Be Coming To Your Local TV

The Blunt Truth

In a move that typifies how indirect legislation can achieve what direct legislation may not, the House Appropriations Committee has advanced a bill that would allow for cannabis ads to be broadcast on local television and radio. In the FY23 Financial Services and General Government spending legislation , the Committee included a provision that would bar the FCC from using any of the funds made available in the Appropriations Act to penalize or deny a license to a television or radio station t

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Cannabis laws in South Carolina

The Cannigma

Medical: Illegal Recreational: illegal Reciprocity: N/A. Is weed legal in South Carolina? No. South Carolina does not have legal cannabis for adult use or medical purposes. . Qualifying medical patients can purchase and consume medicinal CBD oil that contains less than 0.9% THC and more than 15% CBD. This is slightly higher than the federal standard for CBD products, which must have no more than 0.3% THC.

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5 strains perfect for listening to house music (and a playlist, too)

Leafly

House music is making a resurgence in 2022. Find out the 5 strains that are perfect for this high energy genre. The post 5 strains perfect for listening to house music (and a playlist, too) appeared first on Leafly.

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California Indica Regular Grow Report (Indoor)

Sensi Seeds

California Indica Regular is a delight to the senses. Visually, she grows sturdy and compact. Flavour and aroma are why wise cannabis connoisseurs flock to this strain. For growers, it is also about the large yields. California Indica is an outcross of two classic strains, Orange Bud and an Afghan Hashplant, to create a new masterpiece for the garden.

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Pennsylvania Police Arrested Over 13,000 People for Marijuana Possession in 2021

NORML

It's clear that cannabis consumers are targeted in Pennsylvania for arrest and the striking racial disparities to enforcement are getting worse. The post Pennsylvania Police Arrested Over 13,000 People for Marijuana Possession in 2021 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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Can Biden Legalize Cannabis without Congress?

Cannabis Life Network

Can the United States President Joe Biden legalize cannabis without authority from Congress? Technically, no. The US Constitution doesn’t allow it. But then again, the prohibition of cannabis is unconstitutional. Additionally, the US Constitution has never stopped presidential administrations in the past. Passing an “executive order” is a common way for presidents to act like […].

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Best strains and terpenes for sleep

The Cannigma

Sleep is foundational to good health, impacting our energy levels, cognition, and hormone regulation. Yet despite the obvious benefits, nearly one in three people don’t get enough sleep. 1. Hitting the hay is often listed as a reason why people consume cannabis, but does the science support this? Research around cannabis is still a young field, and knowledge is changing quickly.

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Ice T wins license to bring Medicine Woman dispensary to Jersey City

Leafly

The rapper and actor will partner with a longtime friend to open the new cannabis retail shop a few short miles from New York City. The post Ice T wins license to bring Medicine Woman dispensary to Jersey City appeared first on Leafly.

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7 Earthy Strains – High in Myrcene and Humulene

Sensi Seeds

Cannabis strains offer a variety of scents and delectable aromas, and it is through these variables that we decide what strains are appealing. The unique combination of these of aromas, flavours, and expressions creates each strain's exclusive terpene profile. Today we explore the most grounding of them all; earthy inspired terpenes. The post 7 Earthy Strains – High in Myrcene and Humulene appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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We Stand for Freedom

NORML

Before you head to today's barbecue, community event, or rally, whether today's a day of work, reflection, or celebration, please take a moment to stand with us in our fight to let freedom ring. The post We Stand for Freedom appeared first on NORML.

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