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How Cannabis is Transforming Oklahoma

Project CBD

In 1997, Will Foster, then 38, was sentenced to 93 years in an Oklahoma state prison for growing a small cannabis garden in a locked bomb shelter under his home in Tulsa.

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Study Finds Youth Cannabis Use Not Linked to Adult Brain Structure

Leafly

An Arizona State University examined 200 brain scans from adults who used cannabis in their youth. They found 'no lasting effects.'. The post Study Finds Youth Cannabis Use Not Linked to Adult Brain Structure appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Compelling Evidence

Cannabis Cheri

Pin This! Guest post by Lanny Swerdlow, RN, LNC. When it comes to cannabis and Alzheimer’s disease, marijuana can not only help treat the symptoms of this devastating disease, it just might prevent it from ever happening in the first place! Dementia is a degeneration of brain function causing memory loss, decline in reasoning skills, along with intellectual deterioration resulting in the inability to carry out the activities of daily life.

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New York Decriminalizes Marijuana

WeedAdvisor

New York decriminalized marijuana on July 29 th , as explained by Reuters and The Wall Street Journal. During his campaign, Governor Andrew Cuomo pledged to legalize the drug. Unfortunately, his bill did not garner enough support, stopping that promise in its tracks. However, this did not deter Cuomo from pushing for some marijuana reform in New York.

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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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Louisiana: Medical Cannabis Access to Begin Next Week

NORML

Qualified patients are anticipated to finally begin accessing medical cannabis products next week, according to a statement issued by regulators at the state’s Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF). Lawmakers initially approved the establishment of the state’s medical cannabis access program in 2015, but its rollout has faced numerous delays.

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What is CBG (cannabigerol)?

Leaf Science

If you think the world of cannabis-based words and abbreviations is a confusing one, then you are not on your own. From sativas to percolators to tetrahydrocannabinols, unless you are fully ingrained within the culture, these terms are possibly going to fly right over your head. The most important words within the cannabis dictionary are cannabinoids.

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Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) Introduces Cannabis Research Bill

Cannabis Law Report

Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), the second highest ranking Democratic senator, introduced a bill on Wednesday aimed at lifting barriers to research into marijuana. The legislation would not federally deschedule cannabis but would instead move it from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. It would also assign research objectives to several federal health and science agencies.

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Why Oklahoma Could Be A Considered A Progressive State With Its Medical Marijuana Laws

MMJ Recs

More progressive states have been making it easier and easier for patients to have access to medical marijuana for years – but there are a few places where this progressive policy may come as a bit of a surprise… States like Oklahoma, for example. Oklahoma isn’t necessarily known as the most progressive state, but with its legalization of medical marijuana, there’s a case to be made that Oklahoma may be one of the most progressive places for medical marijuana in the country.

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Study: Adolescent Cannabis Exposure Not Associated With Structural Brain Differences in Adulthood

NORML

The use of cannabis during adolescence is not associated with structural brain differences in adulthood, according to longitudinal data published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence. Investigators from Arizona State University and the University of Pittsburgh assessed the impact of adolescent cannabis exposure on brain morphology in adulthood.

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Medical Marijuana Expected Tuesday at Louisiana Dispensaries

Leafly

Patients in Louisiana have been waiting years for medical marijuana, after lawmakers created the regulatory framework for dispensing therapeutic cannabis in 2015. The post Medical Marijuana Expected Tuesday at Louisiana Dispensaries appeared first on Leafly.

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New York cuts penalties for marijuana possession

Cannabis Chronicles

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York’s governor signed a bill Monday that softens penalties for possessing small amounts of marijuana and allows for the expungement of some past convictions. The legislation signed into law by Gov. Andrew Cuomo makes unlawful possession of marijuana a violation. The penalty is $50 for possessing less than one ounce of pot or a maximum of $200 for one to two ounces.

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Seven Things Foreign Companies Should Consider When Investing in US Cannabis

Canna Law Blog

Our cannabis business attorneys see more and more deals where foreign individuals or companies want to invest in or acquire licensed cannabis businesses. It’s often easy for foreign companies to assume that because cannabis is state-lawful, it is similar to any other investment. This couldn’t be farther for the truth. Even for local companies, the cannabis industry is much different from any other industry.

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New York: Governor Signs Measure Reducing Marijuana Possession Penalties, Expunging Past Convictions

NORML

Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo today signed legislation into law amending marijuana possession penalties and establishing procedures for the automatic expungement of prior, low-level cannabis convictions. The new law takes effect August 28, 2019. Specifically, Assembly Bill 8420-A , reduces the penalty for minor marijuana possession violations (up to one ounce) to a $50 fine.

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Is Vertical Growing the Future of Cannabis?

Leafly

As the cannabis industry expands, producers look to make growing more efficient. This new technology may be the answer. The post Is Vertical Growing the Future of Cannabis? appeared first on Leafly.

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Haaretz Analysis Israel Health Ministry Pushing to Subsidize Cannabis for Autistic Children, Adults With medical marijuana prices expected to soar, ministry aiming to set price limits for treatment, but it remains unclear who would cover costs

Cannabis Law Report

The Israeli Health Ministry is spearheading a move aimed at setting a maximal price for medicinal cannabis for children and adults with autism, who are treated with this drug on a regular basis. The target is 500 shekels ($142) a month. This comes on the heels of an earlier announcement by the ministry, relating to people requiring 30 to 50 grams cannabis a month.

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Oregon Limits the Import and Export of Hemp and Hemp Products

Canna Law Blog

A few weeks ago, we explained what Oregon’s “total THC” testing requirement is and why it matters from a contractual point of view. Today, we further explore this issue and discuss how it is affecting industry players’ ability to export and import hemp and hemp products to the Beaver State. Back in 2018, Oregon law makers passed Senate Bill 1544 (later codified in ORS 475B ), which prohibits the exportation and importation of marijuana items in the state.

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Court: DEA Must Explain Its Failure to Act Upon Pending Marijuana Cultivation Applications

NORML

A federal court has ordered the Drug Enforcement Administration to respond to a lawsuit charging the agency with failing to move forward with a 2016 policy to expand the total number of federally licensed marijuana cultivators. In August 2016, Drug Enforcement Administration officials adopted a policy “to increase the number of entities registered under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) to grow marijuana to supply legitimate researchers in the United States.” To date, however, the

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Are We Turning CBD Into ‘Snake Oil’?

Leafly

CBD (cannabidiol) has become a trend before scientists have even fully figured out how it works with our bodies. What will that mean for its future medical use and perception? The post Are We Turning CBD Into ‘Snake Oil’? appeared first on Leafly.

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CannaChiefs Media: Twitter Contest Seeking a “New CEO”

Cannabis Life Network

VANCOUVER, Aug. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - CannaChiefs Media Announces Social Media Contest Seeking a New CEO to take the helm at Canopy Growth Corp. The post CannaChiefs Media: Twitter Contest Seeking a “New CEO” appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.

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Hemp-CBD Across State Lines: Connecticut

Canna Law Blog

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. The 2018 Farm Bill gives the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) regulatory authority over hemp cultivation at the federal level.

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NORML Remembers Dr. Mark Kleiman

NORML

NORML regrets the passing of Prof. Mark A. R. Kleiman , an academic expert on cannabis policy who often shared and debated his well informed views on marijuana policy reform with those of us who were committed to advocating for a policy of adult use legalization. Unlike many of us at NORML, Dr. Kleiman’s advocacy for ending marijuana prohibition did not stem from a deep appreciation of either personal freedom or equal rights; rather, he approached the issue primarily from a public safety a

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The Massachusetts Cannabis Market Is Booming—Thanks to New York

Leafly

A cannabis retailer near the Massachusetts–New York border says New Yorkers make up more than half of its customers. Other shops are seeing similar patterns. The post The Massachusetts Cannabis Market Is Booming—Thanks to New York appeared first on Leafly.

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Why has no B.C. driver been charged with cannabis-related impaired driving offences?

Cannabis Life Network

It’s been nearly a year since cannabis was legalized, but there have been zero – count that, zero – cannabis-related driving offences laid under our new criminal law…in B.C. at least. The same cannot be said for the rest of Canada. Ontario has seen one hundred cannabis impaired driving charges under the Criminal Code, while […]. The post Why has no B.C. driver been charged with cannabis-related impaired driving offences?

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Cannabis Industry: The Latest Takeaways

The Blunt Truth

Last week, several members of Seyfarth’s cannabis practice attended CannaVest West and the Cannabis Business Summit & Expo. Industry expert panels discussed market trends, private equity, venture capital, family offices, and banking, as well as commercial real estate, which I had the opportunity to moderate. Of interest to TBT readers, a few key takeaways from the event include: Investment Opportunities – many industry experts accept as a given the fact that institutional capital will remai

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Washington Cannabis: Crimes That Affect Your License Application, Maintenance, and Renewal

Canna Law Blog

Most of us do not intend to break the law, but occasionally we may be caught on the wrong side of law enforcement. Both felony and misdemeanor crimes can derail an individual’s or company’s initial marijuana license application or renewal process. The Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (the “WSLCB”) utilizes a point system, and if a true party of interest (“TPOI”) in a cannabis business accumulates too many points based on criminal activity, that can jeopardize the company’s ability to obtain,

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Opinion: Why Growing With Hydroponics Is Better Than Soil

Leafly

Which produces better cannabis, hydroponics or soil? Even though it may be more expensive initially, hydro has many benefits in the long run. The post Opinion: Why Growing With Hydroponics Is Better Than Soil appeared first on Leafly.

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Growing Cannabis in Canada: A Guide to What’s Legal, from seeds to plants

Cannabis Life Network

If you wanted to know how to grow cannabis in Canada, look no more. This guide will take you through everything from seeds, plants, and what’s legal. What does the law say? Cannabis Act – “Subsection 12: Production, cultivation, propagation and harvesting — 18 years of age or older (4) Unless authorized under this Act, […]. The post Growing Cannabis in Canada: A Guide to What’s Legal, from seeds to plants appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions

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The Week in Weed: August 2, 2019

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. Let’s start with the eagerly awaited hemp rules. There will have to be a bit more awaiting, it seems. Administration officials, who had said regulations might be available in August, are now predicting their appearance this fall.

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UK: Anti-drug vigilantes smash up CBD food supplement shop

Cannabis Law Report

In what appears to be a case of mistaken identity, confused anti-drug vigilantes have trashed a shop selling cannabidiol products and tagged “STOP THE DRUGS” across its windows. The manager of No.1 CBD LTD in Blackpool was horrified to turn up to work one morning this week and find her store with broken windows and covered in spray paint. The vandals had emblazoned the words “stop drugs” in big red capitals across the glass shop front.

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USA Today Report: Cannabis Consumers Reduce Use of Pills, Booze

Leafly

Among those surveyed, 49% reported reducing over-the-counter painkiller use since starting cannabis, and 52% reduced prescription drug use. The post USA Today Report: Cannabis Consumers Reduce Use of Pills, Booze appeared first on Leafly.

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