Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 16, 2021

Jonathan writes… I like to joke that because I resumed practicing law after a two-decade sabbatical in politics, I had to invent a whole new legal regime in order to be an attorney. You can find intoxicating D8 products in vape shops and convenience stores across the country, but are they legal?

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 2, 2019

We’ve written extensively on this blog about industrial hemp-derived CBD products, including CBD comestibles , CBD pet products , CBD in alcohol , and CBD topicals. As we’ve analyzed before, cosmetics are treated differently under federal law than food products. or otherwise applied to the human body. 21 USC 321(i).

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 25, 2022

The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) has created a Cannabis Law Section for attorneys seeking guidance within the emerging market and practice area. NYSBA initiates Cannabis Law Section resource. The decision to convert the Committee on Cannabis Law to a section was approved at the Jan. Financial Regulation News Reports.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

As we have previously discussed, the sale and marketing of hemp-infused cannabidiol (“Hemp-CBD”) cosmetics, such as salves, lotions and creams (collectively “Topicals”), present the lowest risk for businesses wishing to enter this booming industry. This precautionary measure has proven particularly important for Hemp-CBD Topicals.

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Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

Currently, the program only allows for tablets, capsules, liquids, topicals, vaporizable products (not raw flower), and suppositories. The board created policy recommendations , including licensing more state dispensaries, exempting medical cannabis products from sales tax, and providing more oversight on telehealth providers.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 11, 2021

The New York State Bar Association today is announcing the launch of its Cannabis Institute, an ongoing series of programs on New York’s recently-enacted Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, which has been widely hailed as one of the most progressive cannabis laws in the nation. She co-chairs NYSBA’s Committee on Cannabis Law.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Puerto Rico’s Governor has signed legislation into law protecting qualified medical cannabis patients from workplace discrimination. The legislation amends Puerto Rico’s medical marijuana access law so that registered patients are now classified as members of a protected class under the US territory’s employment protection laws.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

We’ve been writing a lot lately about recent major changes in federal hemp laws that will likely affect every hemp company in the United States (see here , here , and here ). privacy law to date. CCPA is by far the most significant and expansive U.S.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Although permitted under state law, a Nevada employee may still face discipline under a company’s drug policy. To address that concern, the Nevada Legislature passed a law requiring employers to attempt to make reasonable accommodations for its employees’ use of medical cannabis outside of the workplace.

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NORML

AUGUST 26, 2019

Virginia has been one of the most reluctant states to consider marijuana law reform, though it recently began allowing some forms of cannabis oil for approved patients. Jenn Michelle Pedini: Virginia passed one of the nation’s first medical marijuana laws way back in 1979. This interview has been edited for clarity and space.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2024

These rules bring further clarity and transparency to IDFPR operations by laying out policies and procedures in a clear and concise way. Find detailed information about this topic here.) IDFPR FY2025 goals include: Continue working with CROO and the legislature to pass legislation to expand access to cannabis for medical patients.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2020

During these travels, I was frequently meeting other young lawyers (although we also had many non-lawyers representing NORML around the country), many of whom were also active in the anti-Vietnam War efforts, who shared the NORML position regarding marijuana policy. You did it. May all of you reap the benefits of your good deeds.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

“It doesn’t matter what the committee recommends because a bill still must be brought forward in the General Assembly and I’m sure there will be many bills addressing this topic.” By not reaching a consensus on the topic neither positive or negative, it will still be open for discussion in the General Assembly.”

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Veriheal

JANUARY 26, 2021

The 2021 legislative session is set to see some changes to cannabis policy. Activists and organizers supporting a change in Washington’s cannabis policy are hoping to tackle some key issues such as adult-use home cultivation, social equality, medical cannabis excise tax, and establishing a cannabis commission. Social Equity.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 21, 2025

That sexy topic dominated the headlines. Thus HB 4121 contained a myriad of regulatory and law enforcement provisions in respect of hemp, including the creation of a registration program for hemp products. Lets see if anything changes with the publication of this preliminary report and further rulemaking around the topic.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557 , revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not eliminate employer liabilities. Further, the Act noted that employers have the right to discipline or terminate an employee who violates the employer’s workplace drug policy.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 25, 2021

However, employers still must be mindful of the state law protections currently available to medical marijuana users including, among other things, not taking adverse action or otherwise discriminating against someone based solely on their status as a qualifying medical marijuana patient or their possession of medical marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 2, 2021

On July 29, 2021, Puerto Rico Governor Pedro Pierluisi signed into law Act No. Therefore, its interaction with employers’ validly established drug-testing and anti-discrimination policies was a topic of public and legal debate. Rivera-Lopez (San Juan) and José L. Maymí-González (San Juan). Littler Mendelson.

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NORML

JANUARY 28, 2019

Roc NORML is the Rochester chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, and we want to make sure the public is aware that statement is simply not true. Here are the number of vehicle-related fatalities, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation: Year.

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Canna Care Docs

JUNE 5, 2025

MPAA) the states leading voice for patient rights and cannabis policy reform. Medical Cannabis in Massachusetts: A Closer Look at the Numbers One of the most commonly misunderstood topics is patient enrollment in the medical program. Outdated Regulations and Policy Stagnation: The medical program cannot thrive under outdated rules.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Overview of LPP Policy Initiatives. The Last Prisoner Project’s policy team will be exploring the philosophy behind our legislative advocacy efforts, our team’s high-level policy priorities, and our current policy goals—and challenges—on the local, state and federal levels. Description.

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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. As with most areas of cannabis research, more research is needed on this topic—but the existing findings speak loud and clear. Cannabis Regulation and Crime Reduction.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

From their blog… Q&A with Mason Marks on New Psychedelics Law and Regulation Initiative. On June 30th, the Petrie-Flom Center announced the launch of a three-year research initiative , the Project on Psychedelics Law and Regulation (POPLAR) , which is supported by a generous grant from the Saisei Foundation.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

However, employers still must be mindful of the state law protections currently available to medical marijuana users including, among other things, not taking adverse action or otherwise discriminating against someone based solely on their status as a qualifying medical marijuana patient or their possession of medical marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 8, 2023

The National Cannabis Policy Summit’s Congressional Forum convenes cannabis advocates, patients, business leaders and policy experts for an afternoon of keynote addresses and discussions featuring Members of Congress in the Capitol Visitors Center’s Congressional Auditorium.

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Freedom Leaf

MAY 14, 2019

He’d listened to a podcast I did on the topic of “psychedelic law,” a term I coined in 2010. I joined the drug policy reform movement in 1993 specifically with the goal of legalizing psychedelics, so I was glad to hear from Matthews. In May, the new campaign director, Kevin Mathews, contacted me. What I-301 Means.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 6, 2021

Greenspoon Marder Expands Cannabis Law Practice In The Midwest And Names New Cannabis Group Chair. Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce the expansion of the firm’s Cannabis Law practice group with the addition of five new attorneys in the firm’s new Chicago location. Here’s their press release.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

2022 Cannabis Law Institute. The George Washington University Law School. International Drug Policy: The UN and the Birth of Maverick Nations. Federal Policy: The Elephant (and Donkey) in the Room. Lunchtime Table Topics. Two Weeks From Today! Register Here . Washington DC • June 9-11. June 9, 2022. Dual Tracks.

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Cannabis Life Network

MARCH 1, 2023

Previously, only hemp-deprived topical products could advertise. Other platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have a no-cannabis advertising policy. Last week Twitter became the first social media giant to allow cannabis companies to advertise.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

The use of medical marijuana in Iowa has been a topic of significant debate and change in recent years. In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 3, 2021

This policy statement describes marijuana licensee traceability reporting requirement adjustments that support transition from the current Leaf Data System to the Cannabis Central Reporting System (CCRS). The context and analysis of this topic are provided below. All other reporting requirements remain the same.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 10, 2021

None of these applications is likely to proceed to registration under current law. The Agricultural Improvements Act of 2018 (“ the Farm Bill ”) initially appeared to pave the way for new lawful uses of hemp derivatives by removing them from the Controlled Substances Act (if exhibiting a delta-9 THC concentration of not more than 0.3

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MJ Business Attorneys

MARCH 1, 2018

CannaTech showcases the biggest industry thought leaders, known for their significant and groundbreaking contributions to the global cannabis market in fields such as science, finance, government policy and tech. policy towards marijuana. Where is it all headed?” Cannabis evolution under the Obama Administration.

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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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Veriheal

MAY 16, 2025

As perhaps one of the most talked-about topics for U.S. According to Beau Kilmer, a cannabis market authority from the Rand Drug Policy Research Center, in an interview with NPR , When you move from prohibition to legalization, it takes time [to lower prices]. Since cultivators grow cannabis domestically in the U.S.,

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

The following policy statement describes how certified cannabis testing labs pay vendor fees for validation and ongoing monitoring. This policy statement supersedes and replaces Board Interim Policy 11-2019. Policy Statements are agency-level documents declaring plans or intentions of an agency.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The law was effective immediately upon signing by the Governor, although medical cannabis will not become available for months. Medical cannabis products will include cannabis flower, cannabis extracts, edible cannabis products, beverages, topical products, ointments, oils, tinctures and suppositories. Russo on February 4, 2022.

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