NORML

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Members of the House of Representatives voted 321 to 103 in favor, representing 79% of the vote of HR 1595: The SAFE Banking Act, which amends federal law so that explicitly banks and other financial institutions may work directly with state-legal marijuana businesses. Now we look to the Senate, where we are cautiously optimistic.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s important that employers look at their drug testing policies,” said Emily Kaltenbach, senior director of the Drug Policy Alliance. Under their previous policy, new applicants who used marijuana in any way in the last three years would be disqualified, but that’s no longer the case.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 14, 2021

Prepared by NCIA’s Policy Council. Patients are looking to their medical providers for information on cannabis safety, potential for interactions with pharmaceuticals, and therapeutic applications. cannabis policy are needed, particularly at the federal level. As cannabis use expands in the U.S., Download at [link].

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Veriheal

JANUARY 21, 2025

Thats what Ballot Measure 119 is all about: a law that requires cannabis businesses to allow employees the chance to unionize without interference. In the early days of industrialization, workers often faced long hours, low pay, and unsafe environments without any way to voice their concerns.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

While the employment-related provisions of the state’s newly adopted marijuana legalization law do not take effect until July 1, 2022, employers should understand the impact on their workplaces. They pretty much allow us to do the same things that you were able to do previous to the passage of this law.”. 28 webinar.

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CannaMD

MARCH 19, 2020

To that, end we’ve organized official policies – including delivery details and more – for all Florida dispensaries , below. We look forward to providing telehealth services as allowed by law, and will update this post with more information as details become available. UPDATE (3/19): MEDICAL MARIJUANA PHYSICIAN APPOINTMENTS.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 21, 2019

In a time where marijuana legalization is rapidly expanding, all employers should be reassessing their workplace drug testing policies to be sure they are in compliance with existing and soon to be effective state and local laws. Companies that are regulated by or do business with the federal government must test certain employees.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

The Office of Vice Chair Nora Vargas, San Diego County Supervisor, District 1, is seeking an experienced Policy Advisor. The ideal candidate has an understanding and interest in politics, policy and advocacy on the local, state, and national level. Assist in the research, drafting, and creation of policies for the Supervisor.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Specifically, the FSA is giving the CBD industry until March 31, 2021 to submit valid novel food authorization applications to ensure these products meet specific safety standards. Following the March 31, 2021 deadline, only products for which a valid application has been submitted will be allowed to remain on the market.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 20, 2021

The decisions serve as important reminders to employers to ensure their drug testing policies and practices can withstand scrutiny in any jurisdiction. Court clarifies what it means for a job to be “safety-sensitive” under the statute. Iowa’s drug testing statute. In Dix, et al. Casey’s General Stores, Inc.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Nevada prohibits employers from taking adverse action against applicants who test positive for marijuana, with exceptions for, among other jobs, safety-sensitive positions and motor vehicle drivers who are subject to testing under state or federal law.

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Marijuana Safety Environment Conditions 111

The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 22, 2022

The bill must go through a congressional review period before becoming law. Employers must provide employees : Notice of their rights under the Act, which will be prepared by the Office of Human Rights; Notice that an employee’s position has been designated as safety-sensitive (if applicable); and. About the Act.

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Safety Environment Policy Recreational 111

Veriheal

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Now, findings from a recent research study —published in the February 2022 volume of the International Journal of Drug Policy—support the theory. Moreover, in some cases, legalization may contribute to an environment that positively affects police officers’ performance in solving serious crimes.”.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Notably, President Ronald Reagan’s administration implemented the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 , which mandated drug-free workplace environments. At that time, illicit substances were perceived as a significant threat to both workplace productivity and safety. Unfortunately, not all states took the same approach.

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Cannabis Life Network

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Several years have passed since cannabis has been legalized, but policies around using weed in the workplace remain unclear. In Canada, employers must ensure the safety of employees in their work environment. With legalization, more Canadians now use cannabis, but employers remain cautious. And in turn, […].

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 17, 2021

Patients are looking to their medical providers for information on cannabis safety, potential for interactions with pharmaceuticals, and therapeutic applications. However, the existing legal environment significantly hinders the ability of clinicians to engage with cannabis research or offer clear guidance. lags behind other nations.

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The Cannigma

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The bad news is, these PGRs may seriously alter the flavor of cannabis, and questions remain about the effectiveness and safety of PGR cannabis. There are also different laws surrounding each PGR. Recent reports suggest PGRs are more likely in artificial growing environments. What are the standard PGRs in weed?

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The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

Federal cannabis prohibition and a culture of law enforcement antagonism has cut off access to medical marijuana for prisons, including in states where it is legal — and even long after inmates leave the prison walls. But federal law is not the only barrier. An ideological issue for law enforcement. Sterling, J.D.,

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2021

The decisions serve as important reminders to employers to ensure their drug testing policies and practices can withstand scrutiny in any jurisdiction. Court clarifies what it means for a job to be “safety-sensitive” under the statute. Iowa’s drug testing statute. In Dix, et al. Casey’s General Stores, Inc.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Overview of Texas Medical Marijuana Laws Texas medical marijuana laws govern the possession, use, and distribution of medical cannabis within the state. Additionally, the Texas Department of Public Safety oversees the licensing of dispensaries and regulates the cultivation and distribution of medical marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

The position provides daily oversight of complaints of product safety issues, non-compliance, and patient safety issues, qualified personnel registration, as well as application and renewal process for all licenses issued by the Commission. This may include developing new methods, policies, and procedures to further program goals.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

Wider marijuana use will require employers to take action to ensure safe work environments for their employees, especially in safety sensitive settings. Drug policies must be updated and must address discrimination concerns. Illinois Governor J.B. Implication for Employers.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. AZ resident? CT resident?

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The Cannigma

MAY 24, 2023

Medical: illegal Recreational: Illegal Saudi Arabia has strict and uncompromising laws regarding cannabis. The Middle Eastern country has a conservative social and cultural environment, which strongly opposes drug use, including cannabis. Enforcement of cannabis laws in Saudi Arabia is robust and uncompromising.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

As we collectively analyze and respond to emerging issues in the cannabis industry, we will continue to be the preeminent voice in cannabis regulatory policy.”. Lab Testing and Product Safety. Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety. Environment and Energy. Social and Economic Equity. Medical Use and Research.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

” At a more local level, the decriminalization policy in Dayton, Ohio went into effect this week. Legislation is pending, House Bill 131 / Senate Bill 1335, to amend the state’s existing industrial hemp law to be in compliance with the new federal hemp regulations. Under current law, the possession of 1.5 New Mexico.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 4, 2021

Nevada prohibits employers from taking adverse action against applicants who test positive for marijuana, with exceptions for, among other jobs, safety-sensitive positions and motor vehicle drivers who are subject to testing under state or federal law.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 12, 2022

Pittsburgh School of Law, US. In part due to federal prohibition, state medical marijuana laws prompted an array of interesting and intricate legal questions. Some issues concerned the reach of federal law after state reforms. Other issues arose at the intersection of novel drug laws and other state laws.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 5, 2021

100% foreign ownership a ‘significant departure from previous policy’. This is a significant departure from previous policy which required investors to co-own investments in joint venture with Government or Government entities and locate their investments at state prescribed locations,” he said. “To fully processed (four years).

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Medicine Pharmaceutical Agriculture Policy 105

The Joint Blog

JANUARY 15, 2019

As reported by NORML , The Sensible Enforcement Of Cannabis Act essentially would give peace of mind to lawmakers, regulators, 149,000+ workers, and the millions of patients and consumers who are dependent on the normalization of lawful marijuana markets. It is critical that federal officials protect our progress.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Beyond Pesticides , October 8, 2019) As medicinal and recreational marijuana continue to be legalized in a growing number of states, concerns about the safety of the burgeoning industry—how the substance is grown, harvested, processed, distributed, sold, and used—have emerged. Here’s their blog post of 8 October.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 8, 2022

AUGUSTA – Today, the Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP), a part of the Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS), announced the launch of its online portal for submissions by Maine municipalities to be reimbursed up to $20,000 for costs associated with opting in to Maine’s Adult Use Cannabis Program.

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Project CBD

APRIL 11, 2023

The SB 622 factsheet asserts: “In a state that prides itself on championing environmentally sensitive initiatives designed to stop climate change and improve the environment, it is antithetical and irresponsible to continue to mandate plastic plant tagging, which does nothing to prevent diversion.”

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2021

The position provides daily oversight of complaints of product safety issues, non-compliance, and patient safety issues, qualified personnel registration, as well as application and renewal process for all licenses issued by the Commission. This may include developing new methods, policies, and procedures to further program goals.

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Compliance Compliance Seed-To-Sale Data 81

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 29, 2021

The growing demand for various cannabis products is driving regulatory bodies to review what’s right and wrong in policies. It will be mostly towards ensuring the safety of the public and to curb any illegal market.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 13, 2022

won dismissal of a proposed class lawsuit under New York City’s law barring employers from testing most workers for marijuana, after a federal judge found “sortation associate” jobs present a safety risk and are exempt from the prohibition. Bloomberg report. Amazon.com Inc. District Court for the Eastern District of New York said.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Committee members will advise Department of Cannabis Control on cannabis regulations and public policy. California’s cannabis departments seeks members for Cannabis Advisory Committee. DCC is seeking applicants that reflect the diversity of California and the communities impacted by commercial cannabis activity.

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