Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2022

In a decision last week, the Nevada Supreme Court ruled that the state law protecting “lawful activities” or “lawful off-duty conduct” does not apply to non-medical cannabis consumption, according to an Ogletree Deakins report. Court Rules Off-Duty Recreational Cannabis Use Not Protected By Nevada State Law. Birmingham.

State Laws

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Australia Cannabis Regulations: Federal and State Overview Australias cannabis laws are complex, with federal, state, and local regulations all playing a role in determining the legal framework. Australian state and territory laws determine whether personal use, possession, and local business activities are permitted.

Law

NORML

JANUARY 25, 2019

179: The VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019 to facilitate federally-sponsored clinical research into the safety and efficacy of medical cannabis among veterans. Legislation is pending, House Bill 1150, to expand the state’s nascent medical cannabis access law. HI resident? MN resident? MO resident? ND resident?

Legislation

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 23, 2021

Notice of Submission of Readoption to Office of Administrative Law for Review and Filing. Submission to Office of Administrative Law Date: July 23, 2021. These emergency regulations are necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare. E-mail: staff@oal.ca.gov. Fax: (916) 323-6826.

Law

The Blunt Truth

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The new law, which is effective immediately, joins the growing number of states restricting the ability of employers to conduct pre-employment cannabis testing and act based on their employees’ lawful off-duty use, most recently in District of Columbia and New York. Retail sales are expected to begin as early as December 1, 2022.

Recreational

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 14, 2020

It is the highest priority of the Hoban Law Group to ensure the safety and well-being of our attorneys, our employees and our clients. For reference, here are symptoms of COVID-19. The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has governments and businesses around the world taking measures to prevent the spread of this disease.

Law

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 11, 2021

Team Leafie Report … Two political parties in Portugal, Left Bloc and Liberal Initiative, have each presented proposed laws for adult-use cannabis legalisation in the country this week, according to a report in Portugal News. Portugal has long taken a progressive approach towards drug policy.

Law

Illinois News Joint

APRIL 11, 2024

Though all these proposals deal with hemp regulations and consumer safety, SB3926 does not align with Ford and Collins’ bills. The bill would create the Intoxicating Hemp-Derived THC Consumer Products Safety Committee, which would include 19 committee members, who would issue a consumer-safety standards report on or before Jan.

Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

It threatens public safety, funds organized crime and poisons the environment for years to come.”. Sheriff Shannon Dicus, referring to what he calls “Operation Hammer Strike” said that since January, the department has identified 1,085 pending illegal grows and made 251 arrests throughout the couty. “City Ordinance No.

Cultivation

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Public safety is paramount,” said Ford. Perpetuating the racist war on drugs reflexively will only encourage the black market and hurt public safety. HB4161 is set for a possibly consideration during the fall veto session, Oct. 24-26 and Nov. Change the short title of the Act to the Hemp Act. Define terms. That’s a given.

Hemp

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. The 2015 Virginia law is an affirmative defense law.

Legalization

Veriheal

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The study, which was analyzed by the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) , discovered that police were solving more violent crimes in states where cannabis has been legalized. Crime clearance rates are calculated by dividing the number of crimes with filed charges by the number of crimes reported.

Legalization

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

SB2321 amends the Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act and deletes references to a THC drug-free workplace policy. An amendment also defines lawful products “as products that are legal for the employee to use under state law.” Robert Peters introduced on Feb. of the Illinois Vehicle Code. of the Illinois Vehicle Code.

THC

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Due to the exigent circumstances presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and for the continued safety of everyone in our community, the meeting will now be on Zoom. For downloading the app and how to use it, please refer to the Zoom Help Center. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for midday Saturday 11 September at the Nimbin Hall.

Hemp

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

On the heels of the Illinois Supreme Court recently hearing oral arguments about aroma as lone probable cause for a vehicle search and supreme court judges commenting on cannabis-impaired drivers and public safety, Illinois Rep. After its first reading, HB4890 was referred to the Rules Committee. of this Code. of this Code.

Research and Development

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This substance needs to be addressed as part of all workplace motor vehicle safety programs. Develop a comprehensive marijuana policy that accounts for current laws in each state where your company operates. A zero-tolerance policy for marijuana may not be possible, depending on your state’s laws. Motor Vehicle Safety at Work.

Marijuana

Canna Law Blog

JULY 25, 2019

For the past six months, the federal agency has been bombarded with messages, urging the FDA to promptly develop a regulatory pathway for the lawful use of hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”) in foods and dietary supplements. The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) seems to be listening.

CBD

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 18, 2023

La Shawn Ford , was referred to the Rules Committee. As reported earlier , HB4161 focuses mainly on safety concerns, including permits, licensing, testing, taxes, and a new Hemp Social Equity Fund, but HB4161 also contains amendments that would affect registered Illinois medical cannabis patients and cottage hemp operators as well.

Patients

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 27, 2020

We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety writes Rob Verkerk PhD, scientific and executive director, ANH-Intl. We take a look at where CBD regulation might be going and whether we should be concerned about safety. A new ‘problem’: safety. ? A new ‘problem’: safety.

Safety

Veriheal

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Respondents were also asked questions such as what they refer to the plant as, whether or not they support legalization, and their support for expungement. The survey found that 37% of respondents refer to the plant as “weed.” When it comes to the importance of legalization, it ranked number 9 in the top 10 issues.

Dispensary

Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 21, 2020

For reference, you can check out some of the big trademark disputes from the last couple of years here: Cannabis Trademark Litigation: Web Platform Liability (Mr. The crux of the analysis for any cannabis company’s federal trademark eligibility is whether or not the company sells goods or offers services that comply with federal law.

Business

Canna Law Blog

MARCH 24, 2019

One of the most frequent questions we receive is whether CBD is a lawful additive in foods. I wrote that AB-228 didn’t go quite far enough under California law to allow CBD, and would have no effect on the FDA’s position—so ultimately it doesn’t look like that version of AB-228 would really change very much in California.

Food

The Blunt Truth

APRIL 30, 2020

Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) introduced the Emergency Cannabis Small Business Health and Safety Act (H.R. So far, the bill has been referred to the Committee on Small Business, but no other action has been taken. As we reported last week , Reps. 6602) in the House of Representatives. legalization efforts.

Safety

Canna Law Blog

JUNE 18, 2019

These concerns echo the FDA’s statements on Hemp-CBD, especially the reference to unsubstantiated and misleading claims about CBD. Second, the Committee focused on the safety of CBD itself. Though the FDA is part of the executive branch, it must operate within the laws passed by Congress.

Hemp

Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

After its first reading, HB3741 was referred to the Rules Committee. HB3970 was referred to the Rules Committee. Probably the most watched bill of these four is HB3741, which requires “cannabis-infused products that have been treated with radiation to conform to specified labeling requirements.” On that same day, Rep.

Packaging

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 12, 2019

If during an on-site visit, the LCB discovers a violation with a direct or immediate relationship to public safety and the violation is not corrected, the LCB may investigate. Public Health and Safety Violations. ” The same five public health and safety violations are important for LCB penalties. Notice of Correction.

Compliance

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The European Food Safety Authority (“ EFSA ”), the European equivalent of the U.S. In addition to potential international law violations, CBD companies run the risk of FDA and Customs and Border Protection (“Customs”) enforcement actions. extracts of Cannabis sativa L. This new EFSA guidance will further complicate U.S.

Food

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

cGMP refers to the current Good Manufacturing Practices enforced by the FDA. She brings a regulator’s keen eye and wide-reaching knowledge on evolving compliance and safety mandates to support businesses in tightly regulated industries. Green Light Law Group. About Green Light Law Group. Previously, Ms. Andrew DeWeese.

Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 10, 2022

On Tuesday, March 8, the House Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Finance and Policy Committee approved H.F. The bill has been referred to the House Transportation Finance and Policy Committee. The bill has been referred to the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee. 1355 (Gomez)/S.F.

Safety

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

of the Health & Safety Code. And if there are foods or beverages in those bags that contain CBD, they also violate both state and federal laws according to the FDB and the FDA. s first cannabis-friendly social club. s first cannabis-friendly social club” offering VIP memberships in the goodie bags.

Wellness and Beauty

The Cannigma

DECEMBER 20, 2021

It wasn’t that long ago that cannabis drug offenses were even counted towards harsh three-strike laws, landing far too many petty cannabis dealers in jail for life for selling a flower that is less harmful and less addicting than alcohol and cigarettes. It wasn’t always this way.

Medicine

Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2019

If signed into law, which seems increasingly likely, SB 5318 would drastically change the way the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“LCB”) operates. ” A true party of interest (“TPI”) refers to a legal owner of any shares or membership interest in a licensed business. Restructuring Penalties.

Compliance

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Despite the increased use of medical cannabinoids, the efficacy and safety of the treatment among children remain uncertain. The objective was to study the efficacy and safety of medical cannabinoids in children. Systematic review and meta-analysis were performed to examine the efficacy and safety of MCs treatment among children.

Safety

PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 23, 2023

It is crucial to familiarize yourself with the laws and regulations regarding THCjd in your specific location before considering its use. It’s also worth mentioning that the safety of THCjd depends on various factors. Research on THCjd is still limited, and therefore, its safety profile is not yet fully understood.

Cannabinoids

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 16, 2021

The “clearinghouse” referred to by Business Insider is the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse set up by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). In the United Kingdom, which is experiencing the same issue, it’s already referred to as a “ crisis.” The New Federal Drug Clearinghouse.

Legalization

The Blunt Truth

JULY 5, 2023

Starting August 1, 2023, Minnesota will provide protections to individuals who use cannabis for recreational purposes, after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a state law allowing adults 21 and older to use recreational cannabis. The new law amends the state’s Consumable Products Act to protect off-duty cannabis use.

Law

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2021

Patients deserve more options, and to be assured of the safety and efficacy of their treatments; similarly, physicians deserve answers and are a critical partner in the development of this new therapeutic class,” says Erin Prosk , President of Santé. ABOUT SANTÉ CANNABIS. Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Information.

Clinical Trials