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The Legal Status of Cannabis for Animals

Project CBD

This explosion of interest in the use of cannabis and CBD for animals has led to the development of a multi-million dollar industry creating cannabis-based products for pets. As with humans, cannabis for pets can be broadly divided into two categories : hemp-based CBD and true medical cannabis (marijuana) products.

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Hemp-CBD Pet Foods Are Everywhere But Are They Legal?

Canna Law Blog

According to recent reporting , pet industry spending is expected to reach $96 billion by 2020 with CBD as one of its fastest growing sections. Following the enactment of the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”), there has been a huge interest in the use of hemp-derived cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”) for our furry friends.

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Montana law allows hemp for commercial animal feed

Cannabis Law Report

Montana agriculture officials say hemp and hemp-derived substances can be used under a new state law in commercial animal feed, but with limitations. The hemp must contain no more than 0.3% THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, the state Department of Agriculture said.

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Hemp/CBD Litigation: Curaleaf Hit With Federal Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Securities Violations

Canna Law Blog

As this CNBC report explains, The FDA told the cannabis company earlier this week that it was ‘illegally selling’ CBD products with ‘unsubstantiated claims’ that the products treat cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, opioid withdrawal, pain and pet anxiety.” The same care and research went into the development of Bido.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/19

NORML

The measure would prohibit employers from arbitrarily discriminating against employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law. Legislation has been introduced in Oklahoma, Senate Bill 325, to restrict access to medical cannabis in the state. OK resident? AK resident? 970) Health Committee.

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USPTO Issues Clarification on Hemp-Related Trademarks

Canna Law Blog

While the guide didn’t provide any earth-shattering news regarding cannabis-related trademarks, it did clarify the USPTO’s position with respect to trademarks for domestic industrial hemp products. Such goods may also raise “lawful use” issues under the Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act.”. Trademark Act.” 801 et seq.

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United States: Federal Trademark Considerations For Cannabis/CBD Goods And Services

Cannabis Law Report

The most recent federal law to address potential legal uses of cannabis/CBDderived goods is the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, colloquially known as the 2018 Farm Bill. Signed into law on December 20, 2018, the 2018 Farm Bill formally acknowledges that hemp, defined as the plant “Cannabis sativa L. Cannabis sativa L.

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