MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in West Virginia West Virginia’s medical marijuana program encompasses an extensive list of qualifying conditions, providing access to patients with various chronic or debilitating diseases.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 9, 2024

In this instance, medical cannabis offers a promising alternative or complementary treatment option. There are multiple US states with an established state-approved medical marijuana program as well as states permitting the use of cannabinol (CBD) oil – a non-psychoactive component of cannabis – for medical purposes exclusively.

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NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor John Bel Edwards (D) of Louisiana signed legislation into law to allow the production of industrial hemp and hemp-derived CBD products. Send a message to your federal lawmakers in support of this important legislation. California.

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Veriheal

APRIL 26, 2023

Blumenauer stated that the VA does not support the legislation but that several veteran groups, including the AMVETS (American Veterans) and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), support the act. The cannabis industry supports this act, including the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) and the Drug Policy Alliance.

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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. However, in recent years, public attitudes towards marijuana have shifted, leading to changes in legislation and public policy.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

State legislators in 2021 enacted over 50 laws liberalizing marijuana policies in more than 25 states, according to a report issued today by the National Organization of the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML). These policies are popular among voters, regardless of political party.”. View Legislation by Category.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Some states have broadly permissive MMJ laws, while others have more restrictive programs. Alaska: Alaska has a robust MMJ program, allowing for the use of medical marijuana for qualifying conditions. Arizona: Arizona has a well-established MMJ program that covers various qualifying conditions, with strict possession limits.

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NORML

APRIL 4, 2019

It is time for the federal government to cease standing in the way of these voter-backed regulatory policies being implemented throughout the country,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal. Our outdated laws have ruined lives, devastated communities, and wasted resources for critical medical treatment and research.

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NORML

JULY 23, 2019

“After nearly a century of prohibition, it is clear this policy has been an absolute failure and a national disgrace. The MORE Act is the most comprehensive marijuana reform bill ever introduced in the US Congress and is backed by a broad coalition of civil rights, criminal justice, drug policy, and immigration groups.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 10, 2023

While some states have embraced the therapeutic potential of cannabis and established robust medical marijuana programs, others lag behind, leaving patients without access to a potentially life-changing treatment. Disparities in access are primarily driven by the differing state regulations and policies surrounding medical marijuana.

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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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NORML

JULY 1, 2019

Three new laws intended to expand patient access to and the therapeutic value of Virginia’s medical cannabis program take effect July 1, 2019. “This year, my focus was on program improvements to further expand both access and therapeutic value to benefit the health and well-being of all Virginians.”

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

Among the many changes that this new legislation brought were amendments to and expansion of New York’s lawful off-duty conduct law to protect cannabis use by employees when they are not on the job. Such policies must be made available to current employees prior to enactment, and to prospective employees at the time of any job offer.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 28, 2021

Congress will be voting on a proposal that would protect currently existing cannabis programs across the U.S. If passed, it would create protections for existing state cannabis programs, as well as any tribal medical cannabis programs. We got a little closer to ending this outdated, war-on-drugs-era policy last night.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

However, recent years have witnessed a shift in public opinion and legislative discourse, prompting the state to reevaluate its approach to medical marijuana. Enacted through legislative measures, the program outlines the parameters for the legal use of medical marijuana by eligible patients.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 17, 2024

The Czech Republic has recently been working on polishing a legislative plan that would allow citizens to cultivate marijuana plants or enjoy them recreationally in cannabis social clubs. In many ways, it is a compromise between what legislators and political parties want and what the EU permits.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 22, 2022

Back in February, we blogged about the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy (the “Committee”) releasing a cannabis bill (H. Under the version passed by the Senate, an establishment or treatment center need not update their HCA until seeking to renew their license. 72) through Committee without any opposition.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Employers have the right to enforce drug-free workplace policies and may choose to terminate or discipline employees who test positive for marijuana, even if it’s for medical purposes. Employers have the responsibility to maintain a safe work environment and enforce drug-free workplace policies.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

According to Galetti’s post, Amazon recognizes that an increasing number of states are moving to some level of cannabis legalization which makes it difficult to implement an equitable, consistent and national pre-employment marijuana testing program. Here’s the post. An update on our advocacy for equitable workplaces. .

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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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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Cuomo today announced 30-day amendments to the Governor’s proposal to establish a comprehensive adult-use cannabis program in New York. The grants from this program may also be used to further support the social and economic equity program. ALBANY, New York, Feb. 17, 2020 – PRESS RELEASE – Governor Andrew M.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

In addition to the pilot program, the parties are working toward an exclusive, definitive supply and distribution agreement, which, if entered into, is expected to position Medicann as the sole supplier and distributor of the RYAH Smart Dry Herb Inhalers in the region. to reach 3.2 billion euros ($3.75 billion) by 2025. Client Relations. +1

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2022

But state legislators are crafting inventive ways to address this racial inequity. According to a report produced by the Economics Policy Institute, cannabis workers could earn as much as an additional $8,690 per year after forming a union. Another approach is to provide minorities with preferential treatment in licensing.

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NORML

JANUARY 9, 2019

First founded in 2017, the Caucus has been a pivotal element in our ability to build broad bipartisan support for legislation that would address every aspect of reform, from ending criminalization to research to veterans healthcare. A longtime champion of reform efforts, Rep. A longtime supporter of reform efforts himself, Rep.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The Texas Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) represents the Lone Star State’s cautious foray into the realm of medical marijuana. Enacted in 2015, the program was designed to provide a narrow avenue for patients suffering from qualifying conditions to access low-THC cannabis under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 8, 2021

Advocates are calling New York’s legal marijuana program the best in the nation. How Great is New York’s New Legal Cannabis Program? . New York State Director of the Drug Policy Alliance, Melissa Moore , went so far as calling New York’s MRTA a “new gold standard.”. Let me count the ways. “We Public Consumption . A Tribute .

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 20, 2024

Many dispensaries also offer additional services such as educational resources, patient consultations, and ongoing support programs to address patient concerns and enhance their overall treatment experience. These expansions aim to increase patient access and address supply shortages experienced in the past.

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Veriheal

MAY 22, 2023

In April 2023, Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) reported an exodus of about 1350 cannabis primary caregivers from the state’s medical marijuana market between 2021 to January 2023. This survey makes clear that the biggest issue facing the medical program is oversupply,” John Hudak, director of the Office of Cannabis Policy.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

implemented a revolutionary emergency amendment to its medical cannabis program. ’s Medical Cannabis Program. law—specifically, the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999—for a total of 225 days. ’s medical program to its limits is viewed as a stopgap until federal reform enables D.C.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 14, 2021

This is big: Today @SenBooker @SenSchumer and I are releasing our draft legislation to end the federal prohibition of cannabis. Senate Leadership Releases Draft Legislation to Make Cannabis Federally Legal. Legislation opens doors for cannabis policy reform in the current Congress. Summary-Schumer-Booker-Wyden.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

HB 4016 also tasks the OLCC with adopting rules to establish a program to assign expired, relinquished or otherwise suspended producer licenses to qualified applicants. This bill arose from the ashes of Oregon’s failed attempt in 2021 to create a cannabis equity program ( HB 3112 (2021) ).

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Veriheal

JUNE 21, 2023

The legislation permits Rhode Islanders to possess 1 ounce of psilocybin and cultivate magic mushrooms for personal use. If approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), this psychedelic would be used to treat chronic and life-threatening mental disorders, especially for patients with limited access to effective treatments.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 10, 2019

The Virginia 2019 Cannabis Conference & Lobby Day presented by Virginia NORML at Delta Hotels Richmond Downtown, January 12-14, is the Commonwealth’s premier cannabis policy event. By day, attendees will hear from national experts, state legislators, and local industry leaders. Kentucky-2019-HB136-Introduced. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP)

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

Medical cannabis is often the only effective treatment that allows them to function and improve their quality of life. Medical cannabis is already expensive and not covered by insurance or public health programs. It also goes against the principle of harm reduction, which is one basis of medical cannabis legalization policy.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2022

Two Minnesota employees, Susan Musta, who suffered a neck injury while working as a dental hygienist and Daniel Bierbach, who was injured at his job working for an all-terrain vehicle company, were certified as eligible to participate in Minnesota’s medical cannabis program and began using medical cannabis to treat their pain. 176.135, subd.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

We’ll also explore patient rights and responsibilities within Missouri’s MMJ program and the availability of legal assistance for MMJ patients. Missouri MMJ Patient Rights Missouri’s MMJ program grants certain rights to registered patients.

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