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Washington Becomes Latest State to Ban Pre-Employment Tests for Cannabis

NORML

Washington joins a growing number of jurisdictions that have passed legislation limiting employers’ ability to pre-screen applicants for past marijuana use. The post Washington Becomes Latest State to Ban Pre-Employment Tests for Cannabis appeared first on NORML.

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Psychedelic Research Potpourri

Project CBD

Recently I was chatting with a friend who is casually interested in psychedelic science. He told me he hadn’t read as much coverage of psychedelics in popular magazines and other mainstream outlets lately, and asked whether research has slowed. My response? Not at all. According to Pubmed, the online repository of the National Library of Medicine, last year saw far more papers published on psychedelics than ever before — about 33% more than in 2021, which itself was a 19% increase over 202

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Florida Is a Sunny Place for Shady Medical Marijuana Laws

NewsMunchies

In 2018, I was a Presenter at a Hillsborough County Bar Association event for a group of judges after Florida passed its limited medical marijuana bill. During a Q&A following my lecture, several jurists used a collective label for cocaine, heroin, and cannabis … that word being “drugs.” As a result of bundling cannabis with coke, off to jail you go if you are caught using or possessing marijuana, according to these judges.

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What Are The Health Benefits Of CBD?

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

In recent years, the use of CBD has become increasingly popular for many reasons. While its benefits are still being.

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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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CAFC Rejects Bid for Attorney Fees in Cannabis Patent Suit

Cannabis Law Report

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) issued a precedential decision Monday affirming a district court’s ruling that denied attorney fees and sanctions to Pure Hemp Collective, Inc. over a patent infringement suit brought against it by United Cannabis Corporation. The patent at issue, U.S. Patent No.

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Marijuana When Your Exercise – All Part Of The Healthy Cannabis Life

The Fresh Toast

Marijuana When Your Exercise – All Part Of The Healthy Cannabis Life For some professional athletes, marijuana is a better choice for the pain, inflammation and other conditions that they typically deal with. The post Marijuana When Your Exercise – All Part Of The Healthy Cannabis Life appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Opinion: America, flex your rights to cannabis lounges

Leafly

A perspective from Boston University law professor Jay Wexler—a former law clerk for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg at the United States Supreme Court, and the author of the new Weed Rules: Blazing the Way to a Just and Joyful Marijuana Policy. It’s a Tuesday night in Boston. I’ve finished my work for the day, so […] The post Opinion: America, flex your rights to cannabis lounges appeared first on Leafly.

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Review: Apple Fritter by Kaviar

Illinois News Joint

Apple Fritter is one of those strains that has become so popular in recent years that it seems to be everywhere. Having sampled it in Michigan and Missouri, I wanted to complete the Midwestern trifecta by picking up this well-known cultivar from Kaviar at Star Buds Burbank. Apple Fritter is a hybrid cross of Sour Apple and Animal Cookies created by Lumpy’s Flowers.

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Analysis: State-Licensed Cannabis Businesses Paid Nearly $2 Billion In Excess Taxes in 2022 

NORML

A new study by Whitney Economics has discovered excessive tax burdens placed on cannabis businesses as a result of Section 280E. The post Analysis: State-Licensed Cannabis Businesses Paid Nearly $2 Billion In Excess Taxes in 2022 appeared first on NORML.

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The 11 Best Coffeeshops in Amsterdam

Sensi Seeds

There are over 150 coffeeshops in Amsterdam alone, and with so many options, it is hard to know where to go for quality products and a joyful atmosphere. Nevertheless, do not fear. We have compiled a list of the top eleven coffeeshops in the city. The post The 11 Best Coffeeshops in Amsterdam appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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Interview: Will SAFE Banking make it through the Senate?

Leafly

Listen to our expert break it down on NPR. The post Interview: Will SAFE Banking make it through the Senate? appeared first on Leafly.

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Illinois Senate creates cannabis omnibus

Illinois News Joint

With Illinois’ 103rd General Assembly session adjourning Friday, May 19, lawmakers are making their final push for legislation, including a cannabis omnibus. The recently drafted omnibus currently includes changes to craft grow canopy space, curbside pickup, and items related to transporting organizations. If the omnibus is agreed upon and is attached to a different Senate bill for passage, all cannabis related amendments in the omnibus would pass.

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Federal Report: Marijuana Use by Teens Continues Decade-Long Decline

NORML

“States’ real-world experience with marijuana legalization affirms that these policies can be implemented in a way that provides regulated access for adults while simultaneously limiting youth access and misuse.” The post Federal Report: Marijuana Use by Teens Continues Decade-Long Decline appeared first on NORML.

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Washington-Oregon Cannabis Trade Bill

Cannabis Law Report

Aaron Pelley Cultiva Law, PLLC Despite all the economic benefits and billions of dollars in annual sales and tax revenue that the American cannabis industry has created even if the industry can only legally operate in 21 states, there’s still a number of federal laws surrounding cannabis that impact the legal industry in a multitude […]

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3CHI delta-8 oil reaches a new standard of purity

Leafly

3CHI's new delta-8 oil includes >99% pure delta-8, with the remaining contents being 100% known & naturally occuring cannabinoids. The post 3CHI delta-8 oil reaches a new standard of purity appeared first on Leafly.

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ACE advocates for latest Illinois cannabis laws

Illinois News Joint

With Friday, May 19, set as the 103rd General Assembly last day for this legislative session for the Illinois House and Senate before adjournment, recently aligned cannabis stakeholders are making a final push for the passage of current cannabis bills and more. The Alliance for Cannabis Equity (ACE) has set its legislative priorities and will be hosting a press conference to advocate for the passage of several cannabis bills and other important issues.

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NORML Calls on Senators to Advance Cannabis Banking Legislation

NORML

"Every day that Congress fails to act endangers the livelihood of these small businesses and their customers, puts local regulators and law enforcement at a disadvantage, and facilitates the activities of unlicensed operators and criminal organizations." The post NORML Calls on Senators to Advance Cannabis Banking Legislation appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis company loses bid to sanction Cooley lawyers in patent battle rules appeals court

Cannabis Law Report

Reuters Palo Alto, California-based international law firm Cooley and its client United Cannabis Corporation (UCANN) do not have to pay their opponent’s legal fees in a patent lawsuit over CBD extraction technology, a U.S. appeals court ruled Monday. The U.S.

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Delaware Legalizes Cannabis

Canna Law Blog

Delaware has joined the ranks of jurisdictions with legal adult-use marijuana, with the recent enactment of two bills by the state’s legislature. House Bill 1 (HB 1) amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code to remove all penalties for the use or possession of marijuana, as long as the amount does not exceed certain statutory quantities. For its part, House Bill 2 (HB 2) establishes a legal marijuana industry.

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Seed Junky Genetics uncaps Permanent Marker for the masses

Leafly

Read Strain News Weekly #4. The post Seed Junky Genetics uncaps Permanent Marker for the masses appeared first on Leafly.

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State Policy Weekly Update 5/10/2023

NORML

Highlights include: FL, ME, MD, MO, MV, NH, OH, PA, VT, and WA. The post State Policy Weekly Update 5/10/2023 appeared first on NORML.

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NY: Legal Aid staffer posing as lawyer caught smuggling cannabis into Rikers

Cannabis Law Report

The NY Post reports A Legal Aid Society staffer trying to pass herself off as a lawyer was busted trying to smuggle weed and tobacco to a Rikers Island inmate accused of attempted murder, sources told The Post.

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River Bluff to host grand opening Saturday

Illinois News Joint

New Illinois dispensaries seem to be popping up as often as spring flowers these days. Saturday, May 13, another new dispensary will host a grand opening celebration. River Bluff Cannabis , a Veteran and family-owned company, recently opened its doors for business and is now set to host its official Grand Opening Celebration from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. As part of the celebration, River Bluff will host its Open House and Ribbon Cutting from 4-7 p.m.

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Does Cannabis Expire? What Is The Shelf Life?

PrestoDoctor

Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is a plant that has been around for medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries. With the legalization of cannabis in many states, people are curious about the shelf life of the drug. Does cannabis expire? If so, what is the shelf life of different forms of cannabis? In this blog post, we’ll answer these questions and provide tips on how to properly store cannabis to extend its shelf life.

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DynaVap M 2023 review: the sleek, battery-free dry herb vaporizer

The Cannigma

Price: $75 Size: 92 mm (length), 10 mm (midsection) Material: Stainless steel and medical-grade titanium Good for: Flower children who prefer a more traditional smoking experience Main pro: No battery so you never get stuck Main con: There’s a learning curve BUY NOW The DynaVap M is a unique dry herb vaporizer made by DynaVap, a company known for producing high-quality vaporizers.

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U.S. Department of Transportation Updates Its Drug Testing Policy

Canna Law Blog

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has finalized a rule to amend its drug testing policy in a way that could have significant implications for truckers, commercial drivers, pilots and other federally regulated transit workers who use marijuana off the job. In a notice last Tuesday, the department said that it has completed the rulemaking process for the policy change, which would allow oral saliva drug testing as an alternative to urine-based tests.

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Review: GG4 by PTS

Illinois News Joint

The rapid evolution of the legal cannabis industry is nothing short of astounding, considering the century of prohibition that preceded it. GG4 debuted only nine years ago but has already become regarded as a staple classic cultivar. As someone who has had the pleasure of trying GG4 in various forms and markets, I am always thrilled to experience its heavy-handed effects.

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US’ best THC and CBD bath bombs for moms 2023

Leafly

OM Love Balm, Proof face serum, luxury bath salts and more. (Leafly) The post US’ best THC and CBD bath bombs for moms 2023 appeared first on Leafly.

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Scientists Uncover How Psychedelic DMT Transforms Reality Perception, Revealed by Cutting-Edge Brain Imaging

Veriheal

In an unprecedented exploration of the human mind, researchers from Imperial College London have conducted the first-ever study that meticulously tracks brain activity at the start, during, and following the mind-bending DMT experience. What Is DMT? DMT, or dimethyltryptamine , is a naturally occurring psychedelic substance found in various plants, animals, and even in trace amounts within the human body.

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Can CBD or THC Help With A Toothache?

The Fresh Toast

Can CBD or THC Help With A Toothache? CBD shampoo in on the market and it may help the scalp with a variety of things. The post Can CBD or THC Help With A Toothache? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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