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Is secondhand cannabis smoke harmful?

Leafly

Beyond the issue of accidentally getting high, what are the respiratory risks associated with secondhand weed smoke or vapor? The post Is secondhand cannabis smoke harmful? appeared first on Leafly.

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Delta-8 vs. Delta-9 vs. Delta-10 THC: What Are the Similarities and Differences?

Veriheal

Under the 2018 Farm Bill , cannabis became more accessible across the United States. Thus, cannabis culture has been ever-expanding. And with compounds like Delta-8, Delta-9, and Delta-10 THC , figuring out which best suits your needs can be overwhelming. But fear not! This article will explain the differences and similarities between these cannabinoids so you can choose the right one for your needs.

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Washington: Lawmakers Advance Legislation Barring Pre-Employment Tests for Cannabis

NORML

“This is a victory against discrimination toward people who use cannabis,” said the bill's sponsor, Sen. Karen Keiser. “For people using a legal substance — many of them for medical reasons — locking them out of jobs based on a pre-employment test is just plain unfair, and we are putting a stop to it.” The post Washington: Lawmakers Advance Legislation Barring Pre-Employment Tests for Cannabis appeared first on NORML.

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Canadian Judge: Cannabis-Impaired Driving Killed Mother

Cannabis Life Network

According to a Canadian judge, cannabis-impaired driving killed a 51-year-old mother of two. Kevin Hyde will face 6.5 years in prison for striking Louise Whiten in December 2020. Only in Canada can someone get under a decade in prison for killing another person. Even though the death was accidental, we can glean two things from the facts: 1 – Kevin Hyde should have had his license suspended long ago. 2 – Cannabis impairment wasn’t the issue.

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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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Cancer & the CB2 Receptor

Project CBD

A compound in cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and other leafy greens exerts anti-cancer effects through the endocannabinoid system.

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Kentucky Becomes the 38th State to Enact Comprehensive Medical Cannabis Access

NORML

"For years, Kentuckians have been calling for medical cannabis legalization and now they will have the freedom to safely access regulated, therapeutic products right here at home," said Matthew Bratcher, Executive Director of Kentucky NORML. The post Kentucky Becomes the 38th State to Enact Comprehensive Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on NORML.

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66 women-led cannabis companies to watch in 2023

Leafly

Meet the women behind some of cannabis' best companies, including license holders, brand builders, and activists. The post 66 women-led cannabis companies to watch in 2023 appeared first on Leafly.

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Karma Koala Podcast 106- March 31 2023 Interview With Lars Oloffson About Juicy Fields Class Action & Serving Mark Zuckerberg As Part Of The Strategy

Cannabis Law Report

This week Sean Hocking, editor at Cannabis Law Report and Karma Koala host, speaks with Lars Oloffson , Swedish Lawyer, about the Class Action he is trying to bring to court in Sweden with regard to the ever growing Juicy Fields Scam and how serving Mark Zuckerberg is a major part of the plan.

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The Week in Weed: March 31, 2023

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, we see adult-use cannabis taking one path in Delaware and another in Hawaii. Meanwhile, in Kentucky, the Governor signs a bill to regulate Delta-8 THC. In New York, more locations open up to dispensaries owned by justice-involved individuals.

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Delaware: Lawmakers Advance Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bills to Governor’s Desk

NORML

“The progress today is a result of years of grassroots activism. Further, it is a reflection of lawmakers evolving on this issue and being responsive to the will of the electorate, which overwhelmingly favor ending the failed policy of cannabis criminalization in The First State.” The post Delaware: Lawmakers Advance Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bills to Governor’s Desk appeared first on NORML.

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Kentucky just legalized medical cannabis: Here’s what happens next

Leafly

No sales till 2025—but every step counts. The post Kentucky just legalized medical cannabis: Here’s what happens next appeared first on Leafly.

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Eight Cannabis Companies Sue Georgia, Allege Fraud, Corruption in Licensing

Cannabis Law Report

[link] Market Report write This is the second lawsuit challenging Georgia’s licensing process. A coalition of eight companies that submitted bids for medical marijuana licenses in Georgia have filed suit against the state, alleging that the permitting process was corrupt and fraudulent and asking a judge to set aside the license awards.

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Review: Refined Taste and Payton’s Pie Infused Prerolls by Bullet Train

Illinois News Joint

Since I’ve started exploring more infused prerolls, I’m delighted to watch the list of choice expand. I recently discovered the Bullet Train Extracts line of live resin infused prerolls on the menu at Consume Marion and picked up samples of the new line to see how the offering from Justice Cannabis Co. stacked up against Illinois’ growing market of infuse prerolls.

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Kentucky: Lawmakers Approve Medical Cannabis Access Legislation

NORML

Members of the House and Senate have approved legislation, Senate Bill 47, regulating the production and dispensing of cannabis products to authorized patients. The post Kentucky: Lawmakers Approve Medical Cannabis Access Legislation appeared first on NORML.

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NYC bud crawl: Rating legal, legacy, & unlicensed cannabis strains

Leafly

We blazed through the best and worst flower from all corners of the Big Apple’s bud scene for classics like Haze and Sour, plus new favs. The post NYC bud crawl: Rating legal, legacy, & unlicensed cannabis strains appeared first on Leafly.

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What is Stigma?

Cannabis Life Network

What is stigma? According to the architects behind British Columbia‘s drug decriminalization, stigma is like some internal psychological process. Decriminalizing small amounts of opioids, cocaine, meth, and ecstasy is designed to “help reduce the barriers and stigma that prevent people from accessing life-saving supports and services.” With these “life-saving” services, a safe supply of pharmaceutical drugs brought to you by the same large corporations that profited

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Review: NF-1 by UpNorth

Illinois News Joint

The rich, hashy, and skunky flavors of old school cannabis strains will always have a special place in my heart. In a world where candy- and cookie-flavored strains get so much attention, there’s still a lot the “classics” can offer. That’s what drew me to NF-1 by UpNorth , a cross of two old school strains, when I found it on the menu at Trinity Compassionate Care.

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Maryland: Lawmakers Advance Dueling Bills to Regulate Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

NORML

Differences in the two bills' language will likely need to be addressed in a conference committee before being advanced to the Governor’s desk. The post Maryland: Lawmakers Advance Dueling Bills to Regulate Adult-Use Cannabis Sales appeared first on NORML.

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Good Day Farm is Missouri’s home for 420

Leafly

Good Day Farm is the home for 420 in Missouri. Celebrate the state's first adult-use legal 420 with savings on eighths of flower. The post Good Day Farm is Missouri’s home for 420 appeared first on Leafly.

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Health Canada Wants Feedback on Cannabis Act Amendments 

Cannabis Life Network

Health Canada wants feedback on possible Cannabis Act amendments. This proposal is separate from the federal government’s legislative review of the Cannabis Act. The Cannabis Act, of course, legalizes and regulates cannabis in Canada. Health Canada put out a notice of intent for consultation. The purpose is to “inform Canadians and interested parties that Health Canada is seeking feedback on potential amendments to the Cannabis Regulations (CR) for regulatory burden reduction while s

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Review: Orange Soda by PTS

Illinois News Joint

We aren’t shy about being fans of citrus-heavy energetic sativa here at Illinois News Joint , which is why I already had sampled one of Progressive Treatment Solutions’ flagship sativa, Orange Soda, as a crumble and preroll. However, this was the first time I’ve encountered the strain as raw flower. I picked up a sample at Consume Marion , so I could review the purest expression of the strain for our Work Sativa series.

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State Policy Weekly Update 3/29/2023

NORML

Highlights in: CA, DE, LA, MD, MA, MT, NH, NC, ND, OK, SD, & WA. The post State Policy Weekly Update 3/29/2023 appeared first on NORML.

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2023 shopping tip: Check those packaging dates!

Leafly

Nobody likes stale weed. Here's how to shop fresh. The post 2023 shopping tip: Check those packaging dates! appeared first on Leafly.

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Does Cannabis Help with Grieving?

United Patients Group

Introduction Grief is a natural and healthy response to loss. It allows us to process our emotions in a healthy way and understand that the person we lost will always be a part of our lives. However, grief can also be overwhelming for many people. In fact, it’s estimated that 3 out of 4 people experience symptoms of PTSD following the death of a loved one.

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Review: Flying Monkeys by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint

One of the best things about working in the world of cannabis is the playful cultivar names. Flying Monkeys from Bedford Grow gave me a chuckle as soon as I spotted it on the Maribis of Springfield menu. Flying Monkeys, along with Bedford Grow’s Emerald City Kush and Ruby Slippers strains, is a take on the shared parent: Oz Kush. I picked up a sample of the quarter ounce popcorn buds to check out The Wizard of Oz experience.

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Ubering With Medical Marijuana in Florida: What Patients Should Know

CannaMD

Florida law allows eligible residents to receive medical marijuana treatment for specific medical issues, including ALS, cancer, Crohn’s Disease, Epilepsy, Glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, PTSD, and more. However, patients must be well-informed of relevant laws that specify how they can transport medical marijuana in vehicles.

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Winner of new cannabis contest ‘King of Z Hill’ will get $40,000

Leafly

Read the first edition of Strain News Weekly. It’s like Politico Pro, but for cultivars. The post Winner of new cannabis contest ‘King of Z Hill’ will get $40,000 appeared first on Leafly.

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The Birds Are Chirping About Cannabis Advertising

Veriheal

Cannabis business owners will tell you that when it comes to running business ads, it is very difficult, if not almost impossible. But that has all started to change. Well, sort of. Imagine for a moment if you will: You own a legal cannabis business and all of your licenses are in order. The business is fully compliant with the many laws, rules, and regulations.

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Review: Extreme Cream by Rythm

Illinois News Joint

As an insomniac, I pay special attention to strains that promise a heavy indica experience. Having an option (or more optimally, a few options) available to get me to sleep can determine the difference between a good night and abject misery. When Extreme Cream from Rythm promised a “heavy handed indica” experience on the menu at Rise Effingham , I had to try a sample to see if it deserved a spot in the toolbox.

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Cannabis laws in Panama

The Cannigma

Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal Panama is a Central American country known for its rich biodiversity, vibrant culture, and stunning beaches. However, when it comes to cannabis laws, the situation in Panama is complex. The legal status of cannabis in Panama As of March 2023, cannabis is illegal for both recreational and medicinal purposes in Panama.

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