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Cannabis omnibus bill passes Illinois House committee

Illinois News Joint

And lastly, the bill eliminates burdensome need dispensing organization requirement to include the legal name of the dispensary on the packaging of any cannabis product it sells. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, subscribe to Illinois News Joint s newsletter here. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Can Seaweed Reduce the Scourge of Plastic Waste? Packaging Leader DS Smith Looking to Use Seaweed as Alternative Fiber Source

Cannabis Law Report

That’s what sustainable paper and packaging leader DS Smith now is exploring to determine if seaweed fibers can be used as a raw material in paper and packaging products amid increasing demand for recyclable goods from business customers and consumers. About DS Smith.

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Licensing Cannabis Trademarks: What You Need to Know

Canna Law Blog

To reduce risk, focus on quality control terms that protect your brand like requiring testing, packaging approval, and the right to inspect without dictating how the licensee runs their business. Look at registrations, usage history, and whether the mark is in good standing.

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Going green: States would get free hand under pot bill

Cannabis Chronicles

Earl Blumenauer, an Oregon Democrat carrying the current bill in the House, said voters have “elected the most pro-cannabis Congress in American history.”. A proposal similar to Wyden’s previously languished in the Senate and House. However, Rep. It would also reduce barriers for legal marijuana businesses to get access to banking.

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Illinois proposes expanded canopy space for craft growers

Illinois News Joint

IDOA shall notify a craft grower at least 120 days prior to decreasing its canopy space.

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Federal Lawmakers Aim To Legalize Marijuana This Year

MassRoots

The American people have elected the most pro-cannabis Congress in American history and significant pieces of legislation are being introduced,” said Blumenauer. 420 was introduced on Friday, February 8 as part of a legislative package consisting of three different proposals being called the Path To Marijuana Reform.

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Canovation™ Notified As Finalist for Pack Expo Technology Excellence Awards

Cannabis Law Report

.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #AluminumCan –Canovation, a sustainable packaging innovation company, has been notified by Pack Expo that its CanReseal ® technology is a finalist in two of four packaging categories in their Technology Excellence Awards.