The Cannigma

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Cannabis, weed, ganja, pot…there is an almost endless list of names used to refer to the Cannabis sativa plant and its products. But when it comes to law and policy, what are the definitive terms we should be using when talking about cannabis? This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. It appears here with permission.

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Cannabis Chronicles

JUNE 2, 2019

Marijuana Moment, a marijuana policy blog, first reported the update. If any illegal substances are found during the routine security screening, the TSA refers the matter to local law enforcement.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Norway’s Alliance for rights-oriented Drug Policies (AROD) says that to vindicate the rights of drug law violators , they will on 11 September 2021, hold a cannabis sale outside Oslo’s police headquarters to protest the abject failure of Norwegian drug reform. Oslo Police HQ. An invitation to cooperate.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 19, 2021

The Bend Bulletin reports… A Culver farm is seeking at least $600,000 for a destroyed hemp crop that it claims should be covered under an insurance policy for hay.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 25, 2025

Employers should: Establish fair and transparent testing policies. Can employers enforce a zero-tolerance cannabis policy? Businesses should ensure written policies are consistent with relevant state and federal employment law. Develop clear, compliant drug policies addressing both medicinal and recreational use.

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NORML

MARCH 25, 2019

The policy proposed by this bill is in line with the Republican and Democratic Platforms as well as numerous other states. The next step for the bill will for it to be referred to the Calendars Committee, which Rep. Texans, please ask your representative to co-author HB 63. Moody sits on as Vice-Chair.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 3, 2020

In Indianapolis on January 29, a quiet, eager audience of nurses give their rapt attention to Jason Straw as he takes center stage at the 2020 ISNA Policy Conference. ISNA 2020 POLICY CONFERENCE AGENDA, Jason Straw- Cannabis Policy. ISNA 2020 POLICY CONFERENCE AGENDA, Jason Straw- Cannabis Policy. PURPOSE : .

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

References to street or slang terms for marijuana, hemp, or their intoxicating effects. From tighter hemp regulations to the push for recreational cannabis legalization, these evolving laws reflect the growing complexity of cannabis policy in the state. Branding that mimics illicit substances or drug paraphernalia.

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Project CBD

MARCH 7, 2025

The legal cannabis market was developed through Prop 64 and a voter mandate, she says, referring to the 2016 ballot initiative that legalized adult use of the herb in the Golden State. ” # # # Bill Weinberg is an award-winning journalist in fields of human rights, drug policy, ecology and war.

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NORML

MARCH 25, 2019

Governor Lamont has been very vocal about his support for marijuana legalization in the state, frequently referring to reform as one of his administration’s top legislative priorities. Should it pass through committee and successfully pass a floor vote, the bill will go to the governor’s desk.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 15, 2021

Job Reference Number 21-ODCDIV-8006 Classification APS Level 5 Job Title Policy Officer Division Office of Drug Control Division Branch Office… Read More.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 8, 2021

This inquiry was an examination into how Victorian cannabis policy can be improved. This is the policy that the Committee has recommended the Victorian Government consider, although it would not allow for legal and regulated production or sale of cannabis. 5 AUG 2021 Legislative Council Legal and Social Issues Committee (Vic).

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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. Robert Peters introduced on Feb. of the Illinois Vehicle Code. An amendment also defines lawful products “as products that are legal for the employee to use under state law.”

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

Manager, Government Affairs and Policy – ( 2200008X ). The Manager, Government Affairs and Policy, under the direction of the Director of Government Affairs and Policy, assists the government relations and policy functions of the Commission and serves as a liaison across all levels of government. Description.

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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.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Nations across the globe are beginning to recognize the dangers of restrictive drug policies—aka the “war on drugs.” ” Colombia and Mexico recently came together for an international conference focused on “redesigning and rethinking drug policy” given the “failure” of prohibition.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2019

On December 12, 2019, the EU General Court upheld an EU Intellectual Property Office ruling that blocked registration of a mark that “an average person would assume references marijuana use” because it was “contrary to public policy.”

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NORML

OCTOBER 22, 2019

On Wednesday, October 23rd, the Senate Senate International Narcotics Control Caucus, commonly referred to as simply the Drug Caucus, will hold a hearing entitled “Marijuana and America’s Health: Questions and Issues for Policy Makers.”

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The Blunt Truth

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The Cannabis Act allows employers to maintain and enforce a drug-free workplace policy that prohibits employees from using or possessing cannabis in the workplace and from being under the influence of cannabis while they are performing work, including remote work. What about job applicants?

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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. Many cannabis advocates have pointed to cannabis decriminalization and legalization as a means of freeing up resources for handling more serious, violent crimes.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 29, 2019

Accordingly, TSA security officers do not search for marijuana or other illegal drugs, but in the event a substance that appears to be marijuana or a cannabis infused product is observed during security screening, TSA will refer the matter to a law enforcement officer.”. Emphasis added). However, these new guidelines are vague and confusing.

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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.

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NORML

AUGUST 26, 2019

Now, in 2015 — like in many other states throughout the country — we saw some fresh faces in the marijuana policy conversation. And instead of having the government arbitrarily select [qualifying] conditions, it would probably be a better public policy approach to let doctors decide. They managed to hold on to that.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

She is also responsible for the state Cannabis Reference Laboratory which develops methods and tests cannabis products for compliance and public health investigations. Heather Krug is the State Cannabis Sciences Program Manager for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. She has served in this role since 2014.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

It was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee on 3/22/2018 and is still stuck in committee.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 2, 2019

For those who enjoy a bit of historical grounding , the first business insurance policies in the U.S. Licensees” refers to all cannabis retail stores, producers, and processors. In reality those insurance policies are full of holes (insurance riders) where the insurance company can and will deny coverage to the company.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2019

The DPHHS policy is also a bit vague when it comes to manufacturing hemp products in Montana, referring companies to the FDA. ” At the end of the day, this means that hemp processors will still need to follow DPHHS’ (and by extension, the FDA’s) policies when processing hemp.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 1, 2021

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. However, the best marijuana policies will: Prohibit workers using marijuana in any form while at work. References.

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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.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Kenny also mentioned that many countries in Europe and beyond have reformed their cannabis policy or are in the process of doing so. Kenny referred to the legislation as a decriminalization measure. The lawmaker said the legislation would amend Ireland’s unsuccessful policy of total cannabis prohibition.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 24, 2021

According to Serna, Officer Anselmo Jaramillo seized his plants in consultation with a police detective, saying there was a policy of confiscating substances with any amount of THC. Denver countered that its policy was to not confiscate seeds or plants unless there was suspicion of marijuana trafficking. Case Number: 1:2021cv00789.

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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.”

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 9, 2023

HB2430 was referred to the Rules Committee February 15, 2023, and assigned to the Executive Committee February 28, 2023. HB2522 also was referred to the Rules Committee February 15, 2023, and assigned to the Executive Committee February 28, 2023. HB2522 , sponsored by Rep. Contains other provisions.” HB3921 , sponsored by Rep.

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Veriheal

APRIL 17, 2024

Their recent marketing tactics have included references to “za” and “Penjamin,” two new slang terms referring to cannabis. Some customers will also receive a branded Jimmy John’s rolling tray and other exclusive, limited-time merchandise as an extra treat.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Justice Mensah said these in his closing remarks as the chairman of the workshop organised by the POS Foundation, a non-governmental organisation in partnership with International Drug Policy Consortium (IDPC) and West Africa Drug Policy Network (WADPN)-Ghana chapter with funding from Open Society Foundation.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Despite this lighthearted admission, Bloomberg was opposed to marijuana legalization throughout the course of his mayoral career, in the past referring to cannabis as a “ narcotic ”, asserting that it reduces IQ , and refusing to acknowledge the possibility of its medicinal use. Bloomberg replied: “You bet I did. And I enjoyed it.”.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Keep in mind online features are still being enhanced to improve user experience, ensure compliance, and accommodate changes related to newly established rules or policy. User Guides are available to assist with navigating the licensing portal.

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