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Intoxicating Hemp Swindle

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A new study from an industry advocacy group in California examines the content of dozens of unregulated intoxicating “hemp” products that are easily available in the Golden State despite being banned by state law. The study, entitled The Great Hemp Hoax , was released Feb. The vape of things to come?

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The Veterans Equal Access Act Reintroduced

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Presently, V.A. This simple bill would align veterans VA treatment with their very popular state laws, usually approved by the voters. In the House, Representative Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), a founder and co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, has reintroduced H.R.

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NM judge rules patient cannabis purchase limits consistent with state law

Cannabis Law Report

Chavez also cited a portion of the law that states medical cannabis patient rules and regulations will remain under the purview of the Medical Cannabis Program until the newly formed Cannabis Control Division creates its own rules and regulations for medical cannabis patients.

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Study: Marijuana Retailers Not Selling to Underage Customers

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Licensed cannabis retailers in Colorado and Washington are highly compliant with state laws refusing the sale of products to minors, according to data published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs. … Refusal rates exceeded those for alcohol.” … There are several explanations for this high compliance.

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The Legal Status of Cannabis for Animals

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The California Veterinary Medical Board released a statement in early 2017 reminding veterinarians that state law does not allow for veterinary recommendation of cannabis and if vets recommend or discuss the use of cannabis for their patients, they put their medical licenses at risk. Related story.

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Lanham Act Preemption of State Law Where Cannabis Trademarks Are At Issue

Cannabis Law Report

Although unlawful first use presents a relatively novel legal question, it is at least a purely legal question. The Board has explained that even if the goods are lawful under state law that is “irrelevant to the question of federal registration when it is unlawful under federal law.”.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 3/21/20

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doctors to fill out the state-legal medical marijuana recommendations. Presently, V.A. The measure prohibits the release of past records for any marijuana offense that is no longer defined as a crime under state law. Your Highness, Carly. Actions to Take. AK resident? California.