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Delaware: Governor Signs Medical Cannabis Expansion Bill Into Law

NORML

The new law provides discretion to physicians to issue medical cannabis recommendations to any patient who may benefit from it. It also allows those ages 65 or older to self-certify for a registration card absent a doctor’s recommendation. The post Delaware: Governor Signs Medical Cannabis Expansion Bill Into Law appeared first on NORML.

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Star signs and cannabis strains: June 2024 horoscopes

Leafly

May is off to a great start with a federal decision to reschedule cannabis! We've picked these 12 strains to help each sign make the most of the month's cosmic energy, and celebrate a historic win. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: June 2024 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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House adjourns before voting on cannabis omnibus and hemp bill

Illinois News Joint

Lawmakers and stakeholders deliberated on two cannabis bills in the Illinois House to the edge of the 5 a.m. spring-session deadline yesterday morning but ultimately did not bring either House Bill 4293 , the Hemp Consumer Products Act, nor House Bill 2911 , a cannabis omnibus, to the floor for a vote. The cannabis omnibus and the Hemp Consumer Products Act are still alive and have paths forward.

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Understanding the Endocannabinoid System: A Guide for Medical Marijuana Patients

MMJ Recs

Medical marijuana has been a hot topic over the years – from the stigma it surrounds the cannabis industry to its legalization in US states and its research and use for treating various ailments. The stigma is largely due to its association with recreational use and misconceptions about its effects. Misguided perceptions and government propaganda fueled the stigmatization of cannabis, leading to its classification as a Schedule I controlled substance at the federal level in the United Stat

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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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What Rescheduling Marijuana Means for California’s Cannabis Industry

Canna Law Blog

California ‘s cannabis industry suffers from a seemingly unending list of problems: high taxes, prohibitionist cities, a related lack of retail licenses and oversupply of non-retail licenses, a monster illegal market with no end in sight , burdensome and often senseless regulations, and so on. Unfortunately, rescheduling won’t solve most of these problems–at least not directly.

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Cook County Announces Cannabis Development Grant Program

Illinois News Joint

Last week, Cook County Government announced the launch of the Cook County Cannabis Development Grant program, which will provide up to $3.6 million in grants to businesses that have licenses awarded under the State of Illinois Adult-Use Cannabis Social Equity Program. The program offers grants to social-equity cannabis licensees to defray some of the costs associated with opening and operating a cannabis business in Illinois.

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Convenience Meets Compassion: The Benefits of Online Medical Marijuana Card Services

MMJ Recs

The healthcare industry has experienced a notable evolution in alternative medicine over the years, particularly concerning medical marijuana. As society’s attitudes toward cannabis have shifted, coupled with the legalization and acceptance of its use for therapeutic purposes in numerous states, patients now find accessing this form of treatment significantly more attainable and normalized.

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FREE Webinar, June 26th: Can the California Cannabis Industry be Saved?

Canna Law Blog

Register Here California’s cannabis market is broken. Taxes are too high, local control has proved disastrous, the illegal market is growing and regulations are too burdensome. There are not enough retain licenses and too many cultivation licensees. Over the past few years, the situation has become so dire that many licensees have exited the industry, including some of the largest and most well-capitalized players in the state.

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Leafly Buzz: 12 hot cannabis strains of May 2024

Leafly

Smoke like a Leafly subject matter expert with these hype May 2024 picks from the West Coast. Including Tangerine Sunrise, Lemon Tree, and Wagyu.

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Get free ticket to the Illinois Cannabis Convention

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Cannabis Convention is days away, and Illinois News Joint is offering its readers and followers free tickets by using promo code newsjoint. Acquire free tickets here. The 4 th annual NECANN convention is set for set for 10 a.m-3 p.m. May 31-June 1. For the second straight year, the Schaumburg Convention Center , located at 1551 N. Thoreau Dr. in Schaumburg, is set to host the convention.

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Medical Marijuana Is About To Have A Big Positive Change

The Fresh Toast

Medical Marijuana Is About To Have A Big Positive Change Medical marijuana is about to have a big positive change with rescheduling. And it could benefit millions. The post Medical Marijuana Is About To Have A Big Positive Change appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Memorial Day — Honoring Those Who Served

Canna Law Blog

Please join us in taking the day off to honor all who have served, so we can do things like have a Canna Law Blog and say whatever we want. We will be back tomorrow with our regular programs. The post Memorial Day — Honoring Those Who Served appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP.

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Does your weed pass the vibe check, California?

Leafly

DCC launched the Real CA Cannabis initiative to help consumers find licensed dispensaries & regulated products. The post Does your weed pass the vibe check, California? appeared first on Leafly.

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HB2911, which includes several cannabis provisions, passes House

Illinois News Joint

House Bill 2911 passed the Illinois Senate today with a vote of 51-5 (after passing the House 112-0 on April 26). HB2911 deals with the Illinois Act on the Aging and the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program but also contains several unrelated cannabis provisions from Senate Amendment 004. Senate Amendment 004, introduced by Sen. Kimberly A. Lightford , provides several provisions from other stalled bills that medical cannabis activist have been persistently advocating for nearly four years.

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Ohio Eliminates Medical Marijuana Card Fees

Medical Marijuana Pages

Ohio residents seeking medical marijuana can now breathe a sigh of relief. As of this week, Ohio Eliminates Medical Marijuana Card Fees. The state has officially eliminated the $50 fee for obtaining a medical marijuana card. Making access to medical cannabis more affordable for patients across the state.

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Bad News for Intoxicating Hemp Products

Canna Law Blog

For years, people have tried to decipher the incredibly poorly worded (I can’t stress this enough) language in the 2018 Farm Bill and what it means for intoxicating hemp products like THCA products or delta-8. In the last week or so, there’s been a lot of bad news for the intoxicating hemp products industry. Let’s take a look. So long for THCA products (again) Last June, I published a post entitled “ So Long for THCA Products ” where I analyzed the murky legality o

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Celebrate two years of Hey abby with 40% off

Leafly

Hey abby is celebrating its second anniversary with a special discount. Leafly readers can save up to 40% on their very own 420 Edition of the Hey, abby grow box by clicking the link below. The post Celebrate two years of Hey abby with 40% off appeared first on Leafly.

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Hemp Consumer Products Act passes Illinois Senate

Illinois News Joint

House Bill 4293 , which contains the Hemp Consumer Products Act, passed the Illinois Senate today with a vote of 54-1 (and passed the House 105-0 with one present vote on April 15). The Hemp Consumer Products Act includes new hemp definitions, regulations, taxes, licensing, civil penalties, and provisions that require hemp and hemp-derived businesses to follow laws set forth in the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Act and the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act.

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Bipartisan Effort To Improve Medical Marijuana Access for Veterans

Medical Marijuana Pages

In a significant move towards improving healthcare options for veterans. Bipartisan Effort To Improve Medical Marijuana Access for Veterans. This initiative underscores a growing recognition of the therapeutic potential of cannabis. Particularly for those who have served in the military and are dealing with conditions.

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Pain Management and Medical Marijuana

LifeCannMD

#image_title A Patient’s Guide to Pain Management with Medical Marijuana Pain management is a critical aspect of healthcare, especially for individuals with chronic conditions. Medical Marijuana has long been a viable option for alleviating various types of pain. Many Florida qualifying conditions for Medical Marijuana treatment have been added due to the pain associated with the ailment and its success in relieving pain.

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Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Card: All You Need to Know

MMJ Recs

The perception and legalization of marijuana for medicinal use have undergone a significant shift across the United States. Pennsylvania, among many states, has embraced this change by implementing a medical marijuana program. This program allows individuals with qualifying medical conditions to access marijuana for therapeutic purposes upon obtaining a medical marijuana card.

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Review: Chem Scout Vape Cart by Cresco

Illinois News Joint

Summer is almost here, which means I’m reaching more and more for the convenience of a vape cart while out and about. Picked up at Sunnyside Champaign , my latest sample, Chem Scout Live Resin Vape from Cresco , scratched my recent itch for classic genetics with its ChemDawg parentage. Chem Scout is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of ChemDawg and Girl Scout Cookies.

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Do CBD Tampons Work?

PrestoDoctor

For individuals experiencing debilitating menstrual cramps, finding an effective remedy is often a top priority. Primary dysmenorrhea, a prevalent condition affecting individuals assigned female at birth, can significantly disrupt daily life. It is characterized by painful menstrual cramps caused by uterine contractions. Recently, researchers have been exploring the potential of CBD-infused tampons as a natural […] The post Do CBD Tampons Work?

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Medical Marijuana for Nausea

LifeCannMD

#image_title Medical Marijuana for Nausea: A Comprehensive Guide Nausea alone can be a debilitating symptom affecting quality of life, whether it’s due to chronic illness, chemotherapy, or other underlying conditions. Medical marijuana is an effective treatment for alleviating nausea and helping improve our patients’ lives. Our goal is to educate our Miami patients on how Medical Marijuana works for nausea.