Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 22, 2020

Employers considering a tolerant attitude towards recreational cannabis in the workplace should consider safety hazards and legal liabilities. As a result, employers largely began to adopt policies that prohibited employees from using or being under the influence of alcohol (and drugs) while at work. POSTED IN EMPLOYMENT LAW.

Recreational 59

Recreational Safety Consumption Environment 59

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.

Policy 79

Policy Environment Compliance Compliance 79

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 8, 2022

As a result, other employers may be pondering whether to change their approach to an increasingly popular drug that is legal for medicinal or recreational use in most states. States have been passing medical and recreational cannabis laws at an increasing pace. Safety is an important consideration.

Safety 111

Safety Policy Medicine Law 111

The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 22, 2022

Employers can maintain a reasonable drug-free workplace policy that: Requires post-accident or reasonable suspicion drug testing of all employees or random drug testing of safety-sensitive workers; Is necessary to comply with federal law or a federal contract or funding agreement, if applicable to the employer; or.

Safety 111

Safety Environment Policy Recreational 111

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2022

In such circumstances, the law appears to allow employees with disabilities to use cannabis at work in a non-smokable form so long as: (1) the employee is not in a safety-sensitive position, and (2) the employer is not committing a violation of federal statute, regulation, contract or funding agreement. Safety-Sensitive Employees.

Recreational 52

Recreational Safety Programs Patients 52

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.

Marijuana 111

Marijuana Safety Environment Conditions 111

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. Recreational cannabis use is illegal in Saudi Arabia. Is weed legal in Saudi Arabia?

Law 52

Law Cultivation Recreational Environment 52

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.

Safety 111

Safety Policy Environment Compliance 111

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

recreational use of marijuana. Recreational cannabis could be available for public sale in Rhode Island as soon ?as Employers will need to move quickly to implement policies ?and workplace policies on marijuana use or who work while under the influence of cannabis.?. which is expected. as late 2022. Mark Freel.

Legalization 52

Legalization Marijuana Safety Policy 52

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.”.

Legalization 138

Legalization Consumption Recreational Cannabis 138

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

The legalization of medical marijuana use in 33 states and recreational marijuana use in 11 states has led to hazy implications for the hospitality industry. Accordingly, hospitality industry employers are often at a loss when determining how to balance state and federal law with employee and guest safety.

Legalization 52

Legalization Marijuana Safety Recreational 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

Legalization and Regulation of Medical Marijuana The journey of legalizing and regulating medical marijuana in the US reflects a nuanced interplay of federal and state policies. Various approaches, from strict medical programs to comprehensive recreational markets, highlight the diverse strategies adopted by states.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Chronic Pain Patients Treatment 52

PrestoDoctor

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Some countries and states have legalized the recreational or medicinal use of marijuana, while others still consider it illegal. Some landlords choose to adopt strict no-smoking policies to maintain a clean and odor-free environment, while others may be more permissive, allowing responsible use within designated areas.

Policy 52

Policy Environment Law Recreational 52

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.

Safety 105

Safety Policy Compliance Compliance 105

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

Employers can maintain a reasonable drug-free workplace policy that: Requires post-accident or reasonable suspicion drug testing of all employees or random drug testing of safety-sensitive workers; Is necessary to comply with federal law or a federal contract or funding agreement, if applicable to the employer; or. By Jennifer L.

Safety 52

Safety Environment Policy Recreational 52

The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational marijuana. In states that legalize recreational marijuana, employers and drug testing services have seen significant increases in positivity rates for marijuana metabolites. Drug policies must be updated and must address discrimination concerns.

Legislation 85

Legislation Marijuana Policy Recreational 85

The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2019

Pritzker is expected to sign a comprehensive recreational cannabis bill. Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational cannabis. In states that legalize recreational cannabis, employers and drug testing services have seen significant increases in positivity rates for cannabis metabolites.

Recreational 49

Recreational Law Policy Safety 49

The Cannigma

AUGUST 31, 2021

Carried out in May and April, the survey polled 167 cannabis users – half male and half female – to gauge their thoughts and behaviors regarding medical and recreational cannabis. People want to trust their doctors, but doctors need knowledge” (Shutterstock).

Education 101

Education Clinical Trials Medicine Policy 101

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.

Environment 55

Environment Safety Medicine Policy 55

The Cannigma

APRIL 1, 2021

Looking at the “extra-pharmacological variables,” psychedelic scholar Ido Hartogsohn wrote , is key to “developing effective strategies for harm reductions, and a more effective drug policy which would reduce drugs harms and allow the emergence of more beneficial patterns of drug use.”. How set and setting can affect marijuana use.

Environment 145

Environment Research and Development Recreational Conditions 145

The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 22, 2020

Employers considering a tolerant attitude towards recreational cannabis in the workplace should consider safety hazards and legal liabilities. . As a result, employers largely began to adopt policies that prohibited employees from using or being under the influence of alcohol (and drugs) while at work.

Recreational 22

Recreational Safety Consumption Environment 22

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 substantial concerns about the safety of chlormequat chloride exposure in humans, but the EPA still permits its use in crops not intended for human consumption.

Trichome 140

Trichome Environment Cultivation Research and Development 140

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 27, 2019

“While Canada has a lucrative opportunity with our head start in the nascent global cannabis industry, we need a public policy environment that will help maximize the full economic potential of the sector,” group co-chair and Chamber cannabis policy lead Ryan Greer said in the news release. Full Story at MJ Biz.

Policy 40

Policy Environment Retail Safety 40

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

And the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for food related use cases. Red flags: Recreational use of the plant is prohibited by law. Policy makers have a lot to consider. Further, harmonization of compliances and enabling a regulatory environment which aids ease of doing business is necessary.

Medicine 52

Medicine Hemp Compliance Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2019

Developing a regulatory environment for a new industry takes time and requires patience. The County Board of Supervisors adopts policies and regulations through a robust public process open to all stakeholders – none more so than the cannabis ordinance with more than 30 public meetings with many hours of public comment.We

Agriculture 40

Agriculture Environment Compliance Compliance 40

Veriheal

APRIL 14, 2022

The development of a medically-authorized supply chain will be overseen by the National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM). Moreover, some of them are representatives from the Conseil Order of Pharmacists and the National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment. According to Statista, 1.5

Cultivation 52

Cultivation Supply Chain Research and Development Programs 52

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

The webpage, which includes a map, statewide statistics, and a search function, underscores challenges to licensing access more than five years after Californians voted to legalize the right for individuals 21 years of age and over to possess and grow specified amounts of cannabis for recreational use.

Data 52

Data Access Business Retail 52

The Joint Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2020

As such, employees in federal agencies and everyone else working in sectors regulated by the federal government – such as health care, banking, transportation, and other safety-sensitive industries – cannot use cannabis, not even during off working hours. For private companies, there are perks too. Productivity and Saving Money.

Marijuana 49

Marijuana Safety Environment Banking 49

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 23, 2019

If it doesn’t take the lead and proactively frame legislation and policies, it risks being left as revenue, jobs, and investments flow elsewhere. Growing concerns about the environment throughout Asia mean the plant can be positioned as the solution to a number of problems. Smart policy drives investment. Planting the flag.

Hemp 59

Hemp Environment Research and Development Policy 59

The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

In 15 of those states, both medical and adult use (recreational) cannabis is legal. Executive Director of the Criminal Justice Policy Foundation told The Cannigma during a Zoom call this week. “A Sterling, of the Criminal Justice Policy Foundation, said. Federal prohibition remains the biggest stumbling block. Sterling, J.D.,

Marijuana 145

Marijuana Access Law Pharmaceutical 145

SpeedWeed

AUGUST 31, 2021

Because it’s made from hemp, THC-O occupies a different legal status than cannabis products, especially in many states that don’t have a recreational market yet. Acetic Anhydride is highly corrosive and flammable, and puts your health, safety, and environment at risk unless it’s made in a highly-controlled lab environment.

THC 86

THC Research and Development Cannabinoids Hemp 86

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2022

Seven years after Oregon voters approved recreational marijuana, the southern part of the state has seen a proliferation of cannabis grow sites: hemp, OLCC licensed producers and illegal grows operated by organized crime. Commissioners also approved three stipulated settlement agreements.

Legislation 52

Legislation Supply Chain Law Environment 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

The Source pivoted to the adult-use market quickly, launching its first recreational sales at its Sahara location on July 1, 2017. Going from medical to recreational, it was about a five-times increase in business. With recreational, there’s a much bigger knowledge gap,” Wiegand said. Reflecting on Lessons Learned.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Packaging Terpenes Consumption 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 21, 2021

The Source pivoted to the adult-use market quickly, launching its first recreational sales at its Sahara location on July 1, 2017. Going from medical to recreational, it was about a five-times increase in business. With recreational, there’s a much bigger knowledge gap,” Wiegand said. Reflecting on Lessons Learned.

Cultivation 52

Cultivation Legislation Dispensary Packaging 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 18, 2019

to the Health & Safety Code. The population of California received the ability to legally purchase cannabis for recreational or “adult-use” rather than be restricted to “medical use”. The environment is complex and changing rapidly in many dimensions. 2] See Implementing Proposition 64: Cannabis Policy In California. [3]

Cultivation 64

Cultivation Cannabis Environment Agriculture 64

SpeedWeed

JULY 22, 2021

The Source pivoted to the adult-use market quickly, launching its first recreational sales at its Sahara location on July 1, 2017. Going from medical to recreational, it was about a five-times increase in business. With recreational, there’s a much bigger knowledge gap,” Wiegand said. Reflecting on Lessons Learned.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Packaging Terpenes Consumption 52

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

iii] Prop 64 legalized marijuana for recreational use for adults over the age of 21 and allowed adults over age 21 to possess up to 28.5 Second, Health and Safety Code section 11362.1 (“H&S 11362.1”) is the code section that came about after Prop 64 was passed. [v] Considering the Voter’s Intent and Public Policy.

Consumption 75

Consumption Decriminalization Law Safety 75