Veriheal

DECEMBER 24, 2021

One of the original authors of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act in 2013 (MCPP) — a law that led to the legalization of pharmaceutical-grade cannabis across the state of Illinois — says that growing demand and acceptance of the federally illegal plant has not reduced the risk of job loss.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

We don’t know what Spanish president Adolfo Suarez had in mind when giving the famous speech quoted just above, but one thing is certain: there has never been more consensus about one topic in Spain than legalization of cannabis for recreational use. Nonetheless, no real progress on a legislative level has been made so far.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While the state has traditionally held a conservative stance on cannabis, there has been a gradual shift in public opinion and legislative action, paving the way for a more inclusive and patient-centric approach to healthcare. Additionally, patients must have exhausted all other available treatment options without finding relief.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

medical and recreational cannabis markets points to the fact that medical markets are older and more established. There are also likely more medical users than recreational users around the nation, as 36 states have legalized med while only 18 have legalized rec. Well, we’ve got answers. Consumer Buying Behavior Plays a Big Role.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

In November 2012, Washington voters approved the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational cannabis within Washington state under what is known as Initiative 502 (“I-502”). Medical cannabis is already expensive and not covered by insurance or public health programs.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically. For decades, cannabis was strictly prohibited for both medical and recreational use.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 2, 2023

California has been a trailblazer in the realm of medical marijuana, offering patients access to a variety of treatment options. Patients must first schedule an appointment with a licensed medical professional who can evaluate their medical history and condition.

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Canna Care Docs

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Since 2006, Rhode Island medical patients with qualifying conditions have enjoyed medical cannabis. Thanks to recent state legislation , adult residents can soon buy recreational marijuana from licensed dispensaries. Keep reading to learn more about medical vs recreational cannabis in Rhode Island.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

MARCH 22, 2023

On November 8th, 2022, Maryland passed a new law legalizing recreational cannabis use for adults 21 and older, opening up a whole new industry for the state. Effective July of 2023, the new legislation aims to regulate medical and recreational cannabis as similarly as possible, holding them to the same standards.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 5, 2024

California state has been at the forefront of progressive cannabis legislation, particularly when it comes to medical marijuana. Its legal framework has evolved, and an understanding of California medical cannabis regulations is essential for patients, caregivers, and those who have an interest in the cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The governor of Mississippi is hinting he might veto a medical marijuana bill that lawmakers have been negotiating unless they sharply reduce the amount of cannabis it would allow patients to purchase. Medicinal or Recreational marijuana? A program that helps those Mississippians who truly need it for an illness. Tate Reeves.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2019

OLCC Provides Oregon Legislature with Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Study. . Portland, OR — Today the Oregon Liquor Control Commission provided the Oregon Legislative Assembly with the 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report required by ORS 475B.548.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

states and the District of Columbia currently have legal cannabis, medical or recreational. It prohibits cannabis possession, use, purchase, sale, or cultivation, whether for recreation or medical purposes. Around 12 marijuana-related bills were proposed in the 2021 Legislative Session. Like Idaho, CBD with less than.3%

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 2, 2023

Medical cannabis dispensaries and their patients are affected.” The spring legislative session also included a failed cannabis omnibus, which included curbside pickup provisions for medical patients and recreational consumers, as well as drive-through operations. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

As we previously reported , on February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three separate cannabis reform bills into law ( NJ A21 , NJ A 1897 , and NJ A5342/NJ S3454 ), formally legalizing the use and possession of recreational marijuana in the Garden State. Connecticut.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The evolution from stigma to acceptance has been a journey marked by changing perceptions, legislative shifts, and a growing understanding of the therapeutic potential of cannabis. The journey begins with early debates around the medicinal use of cannabis, leading to the eventual establishment of the state’s medical marijuana program.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Texas Medical Marijuana Laws A Historical Perspective: Texas has historically maintained stringent stances on marijuana, both for medical and recreational use. However, recent years have witnessed a shift in public opinion and legislative discourse, prompting the state to reevaluate its approach to medical marijuana.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Recreational cannabis laws have been shot down in the past. That is not stopping advocates in the state of New Mexico from pursuing recreational adult-use cannabis legalization for the state. Many people are optimistic about New Mexico passing recreational cannabis laws. 2021 might just be the year that gets done.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 15, 2022

This initial MMJ legislation only allowed patients suffering from intractable epilepsy to use cannabis oil. But in the years since 2017, lawmakers have steadily improved Virginia’s medical marijuana program and made it accessible to a wider range of people. Recently, Virginia legalization has changed in several ways.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2022

As of August 1, medical cannabis patients will be allowed to get prescriptions directly from their medical practitioners, rather than requiring permission from the Switzerland Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH). Currently, Switzerland will only allow CBD products with less than 1% THC, and recreational cannabis will remain illegal.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

expands medical cannabis patient protections, Fetterman talks cannabis legalization with President Biden, and Sioux Falls celebrates the opening of its first medical cannabis dispensary. Newsom Expands MMJ Patient Protections. California governor Gavin Newsom has signed two new pieces of cannabis legislation into law.

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PrestoDoctor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Recreational Use and Possession Limits As of 2023, cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Texas. Medical Use and Eligibility Texas does have a limited medical marijuana program. The Compassionate Use Act, enacted in 2015, allows for the medical use of low-THC cannabis oil by patients with certain qualifying conditions.

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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

MARCH 17, 2021

While two efforts to legalize and regulate recreational-use cannabis are coming down to the wire, legislation aimed at limiting medical cannabis reciprocity appears to be on a fast track to the governor’s desk. SB 340, sponsored by Sen. Jerry Ortiz y Pino, D-Albuquerque, passed the House Judiciary Committee unanimously on Wednesday.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

The New Mexico Political Report writes… A Senate bill that would specify that only New Mexico residents are eligible to enroll in the state’s Medical Cannabis Program is headed to the House. Jacob Candelaria, D-Albuquerque, who is a medical cannabis patient himself. SB 139 , sponsored by Sen. The amendment failed 8-32.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

Medicann is a premier cannabis-specialized clinic, providing patients with access to local specialist doctors and pharmacists that have experience prescribing cannabis-based medication. billion, servicing nearly 340,000 active patients. In 2019, the island’s economy grew by 2.1% in real terms to £4.97 to reach 3.2 to reach 3.2

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

DECEMBER 18, 2020

In Arizona, this took the form of Proposition 207, which would legalize recreational marijuana for adults in the state. Here’s everything you need to know about this new legislation. Proposition 207 in Arizona legalizes recreational marijuana use for adults over the age of 21, allowing for legal possession up to one ounce.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

SANTA FE – Just weeks before a bill legalizing recreational cannabis in New Mexico takes effect, one of the new law’s primary legislative sponsors has announced she is opening a “full-service” marijuana law firm. The disclosure by Sen.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 14, 2019

Pritzker approved legislation to establish medical marijuana’s permanency. But in a sudden, fortunate twist for many patients, the final legislation contained further expansions. These will improve accessibility and provide more options for a broader range of patients. Expanded Qualifying Conditions. Interest in “Equity”.

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Veriheal

MARCH 1, 2024

Ohio’s medical cannabis program officially launched in 2018. This change only stands to benefit medical patients and will help incentivize Ohioans to get their medical cards despite upcoming adult-use (recreational) cannabis legalization. Caregivers also had to pay a fee of $25. Fortunately, this is about to change.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 25, 2023

Georgia is facing medical cannabis growing pains, a New Hampshire commission was tasked with studying recreational legalization, and U.S. Frustration Mounts as Georgia’s Medical Cannabis Program Grapples With Delays After years of courtroom battles, Georgia finally opened its first medical cannabis dispensaries earlier this year.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

A somewhat bizarre piece of legislation. Critics at state agencies say this effectively amounts to legalizing recreational cannabis for the older population without creating a broader regulated adult-use market like the ones that exist in other states. We understand the thinking but really! Marijuana Moment reports.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 6, 2024

The 1996 passage of Proposition 215 in California marked a turning point, making it the first state to legalize medical marijuana, sparking a wave of legislative reforms across the country. Various approaches, from strict medical programs to comprehensive recreational markets, highlight the diverse strategies adopted by states.

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Weedistry

JANUARY 30, 2019

Drastic changes to New York’s medical marijuana program are tucked into Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s plan to legalize recreational pot. From abolishing strict patient eligibility rules to permitting homegrown cannabis for medical use, the once anti-marijuana governor has seemingly conceded to many pro-cannabis demands.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

As the state continues to navigate the complexities of legalization, patients, dispensaries, and the cannabis industry are witnessing significant changes. Dispensaries serve as the primary access point for patients seeking medical marijuana products. Age restrictions: Patients must be 18 years or older.

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 8, 2021

On February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed A21, the “New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act” (NJCREAMMA), which is enabling legislation for the amendment to the New Jersey Constitution making lawful the recreational use of marijuana in the state.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 1, 2019

At this point, over a month into the 2019 session, a preponderance of legislators appear vaguely inclined to “let it ride” and drop the big ideas when it comes to cannabis. Legislation that crosses over and passes into law will likely look different—perhaps drastically so—than currently drafted. How did we get here? It seems unlikely.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Pennsylvania Considers New Recreational Cannabis Legislation. A new effort to legalize recreational cannabis is coming to the Keystone State. Across the nation, many more states have legalized cannabis through ballot initiatives than legislative action. Also… Pennsylvania Expands Medical Marijuana Program.

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