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Intoxicating Hemp Swindle

Project CBD

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. 13 by the San Diego/Imperial Counties Joint Labor Management Cannabis Committee made up of representatives of UFCW Local 135 , and local companies March & Ash and Embarc.

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Analysis: Cannabis Smoking Not Linked To Increased Risk of Emphysema, Other Tobacco-Related Harms

NORML

"The findings highlight the distinct patterns of pulmonary and cardiovascular manifestations associated with smoking and marijuana use. In general, marijuana users do not appear to develop emphysema or pulmonary hyperinflation." The post Analysis: Cannabis Smoking Not Linked To Increased Risk of Emphysema, Other Tobacco-Related Harms appeared first on NORML.

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Why Cannabis LLCs Need Operating Agreements

Canna Law Blog

Cannabis businesses are usually structured as limited liability companies (LLCs)and for good reason. LLCs offer far more flexibility than corporations, which are bound by rigid governance rules. To take advantage of this flexibility (and for many other reasons), LLC ownerscalled members need a well-drafted operating agreement. Below, we look at a few critical reasons why cannabis LLCs shouldn’t operate without one.

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Emergency Town Hall to Address Urgent Threat to Federal Medical Cannabis Protections

Americans for Safe Access

Press Advisory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2025 Contact: e. steph@safeaccessnow.org Emergency Town Hall to Address Urgent Threat to Federal Medical Cannabis Protections Chesterland, OH —Americans for Safe Access (ASA) and Veterans Initiative 22 are convening an emergency town hall today to address a critical threat to federal protections safeguarding medical cannabis patients.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Illinois cannabis sales, for first time, trail previous yearly totals

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced today that recreational cannabis sales totals for March 2025 reached $147,485,559.04. For the second-straight month (and only third time since legalization), March sales totals decreased from the previous years monthly totals. Following February 2025 totals that dropped nearly $5 million from February 2024 totals, the March 2025 sales finished $1.4 million below March 2024 totals of $148,872,065.12.

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Marijuana And Tinnitus: Can It Help?

CannaMD

Tinnitus, that annoying and often persistent ringing of the ears. Can marijuana help? If you are short on time, the quick answer is. maybe. It's a topic that has received considerable attention but fewer definitive answers. A 2020 survey of research literature cites more than 300 studies devoted to the relationship of cannabis to tinnitus. The bad news: a majority of the studies cited report that marijuana is not likely to reduce those ringing sensations.

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Medical Marijuana Side Effects: What You Need to Know

Miss Marijuana

Thinking about trying medical marijuana? You’re not alone. Lots of people are using it to help with pain, stress, and other health problems. But did you know medical marijuana can have side effects? Some are small, like feeling dizzy or sleepy. Others can be bigger, like having trouble remembering things. Whether you’re new to medical marijuana or just want more info, it’s important to learn about these side effects.

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Miami Cannabis Doctor Explains Florida Medical Marijuana Laws for Patients

LifeCannMD

As a miami cannabis doctor practicing here in South Florida, I get asked about Florida’s medical marijuana laws almost daily. Patients come to me confused about what’s legal, what’s changing, and what their rights actually are. Let me clear up the confusion and give you the straight facts about our state’s medical cannabis program.

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Bavarian Supreme Regional Court: Disposing of Legal Cannabis Can Be a Criminal Offense + Other Bavaria legal Cannabis News

Cannabis Law Report

Court: Disposing of Legal Cannabis Can Be a Criminal Offense 2025-06-08 | The Bavarian Supreme Regional Court clarified that even after partial legalization, cannabis-related conduct may still be punishable—for instance, if cannabis is discarded in public, according to the website Anwalt. In a case involving a defendant fleeing from police and discarding 11.

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2025 Legislative Session- Relating to Cannabis

Connor & Connor PLLC

Over the course of the 2025 Nevada Legislative Session, the legislature passed 7 bills impacting cannabis establishments in the State. A multitude of modifications have occurred, some regarding the Cannabis Compliance Board’s oversight, as well as the establishment of many definitions which could impact cannabis companies’ operations. This is not a complete overview of the legislative changes and the below does not contain all items related to cannabis establishments in the State of Nevada.

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CBD Topical Medicine: What Does the Science Say?

Project CBD

Consider it a testament to the ubiquity and flexibility of the endocannabinoid system: we can inhale medicinal cannabinoids via combustion or vaporization; ingest them via food or drink; and absorb them directly through the skin, the bodys largest organ. This latter category is broader and more complex than many of us give it credit for. Inside the mouth, it includes both buccal (between the gums and cheek, as with a lozenge) and sublingual (under the tongue, as with a tincture) modes of absorpt

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Nebraska: Attorney General Continues To Push Back Against Adoption of Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law

NORML

"In a healthy democracy, those with competing visions on public policy vie for voters support and abide by their voting decisions. However, it is becoming clear that those who oppose marijuana policy reform would rather take voters out of the equation altogether." The post Nebraska: Attorney General Continues To Push Back Against Adoption of Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law appeared first on NORML.

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Buyer Beware: Five Key Due Diligence Items When Buying a Cannabis Business

Canna Law Blog

Know the red flags and find them. Our cannabis business attorneys regularly handle transactions involving the purchase and sale of licensed cannabis businesses. These deals often move fast, with brokers rushing both sides toward closingfrequently without regard for applicable diligence and cannabis regulations. The worst-case scenario is when a company comes to us after executing a seller drafted purchase agreement without having done any due diligence on the purchase.

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Medical Cannabis Patients Aren't Celebrating

Americans for Safe Access

Many medical cannabis patients have become accustomed to our second-class status in this country, navigating life decisions through a series of obstacles and hurdles invisible to most. However, 4th of July celebrations, with themes of personal freedoms —Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness are a harsh reminder that we have been left out of those American promises.

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Illinois bill addressing odor-proof containers passes committee

Illinois News Joint

Earlier today, Illinois Senate Bill 0042 passed the Judiciary-Criminal Committee and now returns to the House floor for a second reading and more debate. SB0042, sponsored by Sen. Rachel Ventura , removes the requirement that cannabis within any area of a motor vehicle must be in an odor-proof container. This minor change of wording in the Vehicle Code could have bigger implications for future Illinois Supreme Court rulings.

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TAC vs THC: Understanding the Differences

Sensi Seeds

Bought legal weed from a dispensary or other licensed retailer? If so, you might have run into the term TAC on its label. Often confused with THC or believed to be synonymous for potency, TAC (Total Active Cannabinoids) is an important unit of measure for cannabis products. Keep reading to learn why. The post TAC vs THC: Understanding the Differences appeared first on Sensi Seeds.

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Dronabinol: An FDA-Approved THC Treatment

PrestoDoctor

Dronabinol, commonly known by its brand name Marinol, is an FDA-approved synthetic form of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) the primary psychoactive component found in cannabis. Used in medical settings, Dronabinol offers relief for patients struggling with chemotherapy-induced nausea, vomiting, and appetite loss associated with HIV/AIDS. Dronabinol is a prescription you must get from a doctor.

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Cannabis Epilepsy Treatment: Breakthroughs, Benefits, and Risks

Miss Marijuana

Did you know that about one out of every three people with epilepsy can’t get better with regular medicine? That’s where cannabis, especially a part called CBD, is getting a lot of attention! In the last few years, treatments made from cannabis have given hope to people who have epilepsy that doesn’t get better with normal drugs. More and more people are talking about how cannabis might help with seizures.

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Tips for Storing Cannabis in Warehouse Settings

Medical Marijuana Pages

Learn how to store cannabis in warehouses properly by focusing on temperature, secure storage, and compliance to preserve quality and meet industry standards.

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Oregon Won’t Enforce LPA Requirement After Law Declared Illegal – Similar Laws In Other States Are Also Ripe For Challenge

Cannabis Law Report

A federal judge in Oregon has struck down the requirement that cannabis companies enter into a labor peace agreement (LPA)… A federal judge in Oregon has struck down the requirement that cannabis companies enter into a labor peace agreement (LPA) as a condition of obtaining or renewing a license. See Casala v. Kotek, D.

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Cannabis Market Performance: What’s Working, What’s Not, And Why

MaxQ Cannabis

Are These States’ Cannabis Markets Performing as Forecasted? As the legal cannabis industry matures across the United States, the performance of cannabis markets varies drastically from state to state. While some large states expected to lead the market are underperforming, some smaller states are exceeding expectations. The reasons aren’t always what you’d expect.

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Remembering Wade Laughter, the Unsung Hero of CBD

Project CBD

Wade Laughter passed away last week after a long battle with cancer. Beloved within the cannabis community as the modest, softspoken horticulturist with a big heart and a great last name, Wade is one of the unsung heroes of botanical CBD that took root in northern California in the early 2010s. At that time, hardly anyone knew about nonintoxicating cannabidiol and its remarkable therapeutic potential outside of a small group of scientists who were studying the endocannabinoid system.

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Maryland: Senate Advances Bill Protecting Certain Public Employees From Being Fired Over Medical Cannabis Use

NORML

"Just as patients taking traditional medications do not face punishment in the workplace unless their on-the-job performance is impaired, those who use medical cannabis during their off-hours should not face sanctions solely because of their status as a medical marijuana patient." The post Maryland: Senate Advances Bill Protecting Certain Public Employees From Being Fired Over Medical Cannabis Use appeared first on NORML.

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How Strong Is Your Cannabis Trademark?

Canna Law Blog

Understanding Trademark Strength We frequently discuss the cannabis-specific challenges that brands face when seeking trademark protection. But it’s just as important not to lose sight of the core trademark principles that apply to all businessesespecially the need for a strong, distinctive mark. Clients often approach us with catchy, creative names that, unfortunately, are (or are likely to be) ineligible for trademark protection.

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Lunch & Learn Episode 7: What is happening in Nebraska?

Americans for Safe Access

Special guest Crista Egger updates us from the frontline! Crista Eggers is deeply committed to the advocacy and advancement of medical cannabis legalization in Nebraska. Crista's passion for advocacy began when her youngest son, Colton, was diagnosed with intractable epilepsy just after he turned two. After exhausting all medications and available treatment options for Colton, his doctors mentioned medical cannabis treatment.

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Division of Cannabis Regulation publishes notice for transporters

Illinois News Joint

The Illinois Department of Agriculture and the Division of Cannabis Regulation published a notice to inform all licensed transporting organizations about potential modifications that can be made to transporter operation and security plans. First is the ability to operate physical transfer sites that allow for the transfers of cannabis containers to different vehicles at a secured location.

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Pride and Plant Medicine: How the LGBTQ+ Movement Shaped the Cannabis Industry

The Cannigma

Pride Month: A Legacy of Love, Resistance, and Healing – Every June, Pride Month honors the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, a watershed moment in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights that ignited a global movement. Just one year later, the first Pride parade took place in June 1970, solidifying a tradition of annual celebration. In 1999, the U.S. government officially recognized June as Pride Month, cementing it as a time to celebrate love, equality, and progress.

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Cannabis & Alcohol: Can Cannabis Reduce Alcohol Consumption?

PrestoDoctor

The relationship betweencannabis and alcohol managementhas long been a subject of debate. With the increasing legalization and normalization of marijuana use, understanding its impact on alcohol intake is more critical than ever. Recent studies have explored how cannabis use influences drinking patterns, particularly among individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) and those undergoing alcohol treatment. […] The post Cannabis & Alcohol: Can Cannabis Reduce Alcohol Consumption?

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Navigating Medical Marijuana and Employment in Massachusetts: What You Need to Know

Canna Care Docs

Navigating Medical Marijuana and Employment in Massachusetts: What You Need to Know Navigating the intersection of medical marijuana (MMJ) and work in Massachusetts can be tricky, especially for those new to MMJ. As more people use cannabis for chronic conditions, it’s important to understand how workplace policies apply. Massachusetts has protections for patients, but they can be complex.

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Study finds legal cannabis promotes more physical activity

Leafly

Its time to throw out the lazy stoner myth. Yet another study has found that cannabis promotes more physical activity not less! The post Study finds legal cannabis promotes more physical activity appeared first on Leafly.