Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

The federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) loosened restrictions this week on grant funding for state health providers and other entities that allow patients to use medical marijuana for mental heath treatment. Read the full report at .

Treatment 105

Treatment Marijuana Policy Conditions 105

NORML

JANUARY 9, 2019

Joyce becomes the first leader in the Caucus to come from a state that has yet to pass an adult-use regulatory program. I’m proud to join my colleagues in leading the effort to implement responsible, commonsense cannabis policies,” said Rep. A longtime supporter of reform efforts himself, Rep.

Legislation 234

Legislation Policy Cannabis Programs 234

Veriheal

JULY 18, 2023

The Grant Program Details The heart of this landmark legislation lies in the development of a robust grant program. Notably, the grant program will target three prevalent and often debilitating conditions in military personnel: PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI) , and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).

Treatment 98

Treatment Clinical Trials Research and Development Legislation 98

Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

In January, a bill was introduced regarding Iowas medical cannabis program, allowing vaporized cannabis to be added to the state-approved Tetrahydrocannabinol ( THC) products list. Iowas medical cannabis program is one of the most limited throughout the country. This bill was advanced out of a House subcommittee.

Chronic Pain 72

Chronic Pain Patients THC Programs 72

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

The Rappaport Center for Law and Public Policy continued to place a spotlight on issues of equality, inequality, equity, and inequity with its most recent program, “Pot and Parity.”. Martin began with a brief history of cannabis policy in Massachusetts. Evans agreed with his co-panelists in the need for fairer policies.

Policy 51

Policy Programs Dispensary Cannabis 51

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. FL resident? IN resident? NH resident?

Legislation 252

Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 252

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Pennsylvania officials recently issued a memo stating that the federal government is withholding grant money for certain health programs that allow medical marijuana use among participants—but there is an exception. Read the full article at.

Policy 65

Policy Marijuana Education Programs 65

Project CBD

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

And then cannabis has unique effects for a wide range of conditions, everything from the treatment of pain, treatment of asthma, treatment of immune conditions. We have a program called Integrative Medicine and Residency that’s been adopted by, I think, over 100 residencies in North America, some in Europe as well.

Medicine 308

Medicine Research and Development Pharmaceutical Cannabis 308

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Despite most states having enacted legal medical marijuana programs, marijuana is still federally illegal and designated as a Schedule I substance with no medical value. Virgin Islands have legalized state-licensed medical marijuana programs.

Policy 98

Policy Law Marijuana Programs 98

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

Programs 100

Programs Data Events Collective 100

The Cannigma

MARCH 2, 2021

They argued that their findings suggest that doctors “outside of the VHA system who treat veteran patients may need to take the lead in conversations surrounding medical marijuana as a treatment option.”. While medical marijuana is a legal treatment option in 33 states and Washington D.C., Shutterstock).

Research and Development 145

Research and Development Treatment Chronic Pain Sleep 145

NORML

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

2227) is bipartisan legislation that removes marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, thus decriminalizing the substance at the federal level and enabling states to set their own policies. The bill would allow qualifying patients to access all the alternative treatment centers instead of having to designate just one. NH resident?

Legislation 254

Legislation Patients Decriminalization Access 254

NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Enacted in 1986, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program made it a condition for employment that all civilian employees at executive branch agencies be prohibited from using federally illegal substances on or off duty. Click here to send a message to your member of Congress and urge them to support this effort.

Chronic Pain 216

Chronic Pain Legislation Treatment State Laws 216

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.

Access 97

Access Marijuana Treatment Patients 97

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.

Law 98

Law Marijuana Programs Conditions 98

The Cannigma

MAY 16, 2025

There is a shift happening in this country, away from liberal policies, including drug policy reforms. This language is being re-ushered in by the new Administration and supported by the anti-cannabis members of Congress who are now chairing every committee in the House and Senate essential to advancing cannabis policy.

Policy 105

Policy Access Advocacy Patients 105

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 29, 2021

These assets include 5 addiction treatment clinics across the province of Alberta that have conducted over 35,000 patient visits during the past 12 months. Each clinic employs a highly educated and specialized team of dedicated physicians, nurses and therapists working in unison with patients to ensure treatment goals are achieved.

Chronic Pain 105

Chronic Pain Treatment Therapy Patients 105

MMJ Recs

JANUARY 24, 2024

The landscape of healthcare and medicinal practices has undergone a transformative shift with the advent of medical marijuana programs across the United States. Today we’ll take a closer look at the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program, giving Michigan citizens all the info they need about accessing MMJ in the state.

Programs 52

Programs Marijuana Access Chronic Pain 52

NORML

MARCH 7, 2020

2227) is bipartisan legislation that removes marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, thus decriminalizing the substance at the federal level and enabling states to set their own policies. House Bill 330 adds chronic pain associated with fibromyalgia to the set of conditions qualifying a patient for treatment with medical marijuana.

Legislation 255

Legislation Decriminalization Patients THC 255

Veriheal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Now, with the 2023 policy change, the league will also no longer punish players for cannabis use. First-time offenders who tested positive for the drug were obligated to enter the basketball league’s substance-use treatment and counseling program.

Advocacy 115

Advocacy Chronic Pain Policy Cannabis 115

Veriheal

JUNE 12, 2023

Thanks to a change in policy, should these NBA players decide to partake in a toke of one of these strains in the future, it may not come with the risk of losing their contracts, careers, or any other penalty for that matter. With a second violation, players face a $25,000 fine and in-patient or aftercare treatment in the Marijuana Program.

Strains 98

Strains Treatment Programs Policy 98

NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Lehman’s interest in advancing the conversation originates in part from his friendship with his mentor and former state representative Tom Knollman, who refuses opioids in the treatment of his multiple sclerosis and is an advocate for legalizing cannabis. “So again, I am open to this concept, but we need to have more discussion.”

Decriminalization 190

Decriminalization Legislation Topical Programs 190

NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Senator Ron Wyden introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 1557, to expand the state’s low-THC medical cannabis oil program. IA resident?

Legislation 197

Legislation Decriminalization Patients Access 197

CannaMD

JUNE 2, 2020

A long-standing problem for medical marijuana patients across the nation is that while many states have loosened up restrictions on cannabis use, company policies on marijuana have remained mostly unchanged. CITIES WITH NEW MARIJUANA TESTING POLICIES. Find Out if You Qualify. You may be eligible for medical marijuana! Get Started.

Marijuana 111

Marijuana Safety Policy Advocacy 111

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.

Programs 95

Programs Patients Policy Cannabis 95

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The current public policies in local and state cannabis ordinance and equity programs may enhance racial disparities if they follow the pattern of exclusion and criminalization that encompass past policies promoted as beneficial to African Americans but uphold racial capitalistic practices. Authored By: By Dr. Ayoka Nurse.

Policy 105

Policy Research and Development Collective Banking 105

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It Many states even saw significant population surges among registered patients; new programs like North Dakota and Utah doubled in size, while Missouri tripled.

Access 98

Access Law Patients Programs 98

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.

Marijuana 97

Marijuana Treatment State Laws Law 97

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

— A new treatment option is on the way for Oregonians. “Measure 109 creates a license and regulatory framework for production of psilocybin and facilitation for psilocybin services for adults 21 years of age or older,” said Jesse Sweet, the policy analyst for the Oregon Psilocybin Services. EUGENE, Ore.

Programs 52

Programs Treatment Policy Conditions 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 12, 2021

Here we undertake an analysis of this policy issue based on a case study of the introduction of medicinal cannabis in Australia. Behaviours and Health Risks Program, Burnet Institute, Melbourne, VIC 3004, Australia. methadone) demonstrate a feasible alternative approach. Conclusion. S0955395921002127-main.

Policy 51

Policy Safety Medicine Access 51

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.

Patients 98

Patients Programs Access Treatment 98

CannaMD

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

That’s why we’re proud to offer patients up to $75 off a year with our referral program ! To review Columbia Care’s COVID-19 delivery/pick-up and safety policies, please see: Florida Dispensaries: Coronavirus Policies. On top of that, all veterans and active duty service members receive 10% off every appointment.

Safety 98

Safety Marijuana Policy Dispensary 98

Veriheal

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Considering the virus has claimed the lives of almost 5 million people around the world, it’s no wonder researchers want to learn more about potential treatment and prevention strategies. Elected leaders and government officials scrambled for policy solutions, health treatments, and even basic protections.

Education 98

Education Programs Cannabis Treatment 98

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

We conclude that in medical-only access models there is little evidence to justify the differential treatment of medicinal cannabis patients, compared with those taking other prescription medications with potentially impairing effects. Behaviours and Health Risks Program, Burnet Institute, Melbourne, VIC 3004, Australia. Background.

Medicine 45

Medicine Safety Policy Treatment 45

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.

Programs 52

Programs Legislation Cannabis Recreational 52

Veriheal

JANUARY 19, 2024

Since then, Oregon has implemented various harm reduction practices and accessible addiction treatment services. Some harm reduction policies, such as increased access to naloxone or fentanyl test strips, have been quick to put into practice. This measure passed with 58% of the vote. What Happens if Measure 110 Is Reversed?

Decriminalization 69

Decriminalization Treatment Policy Access 69

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.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Programs Legalization Marijuana 52