NORML

APRIL 19, 2024

“As more states have adopted legalization, public support for this policy has risen dramatically among voters -- regardless of party affiliation. Elected officials who refuse to take action to end cannabis criminalization do so at their own political peril.” The post Polls: Most Americans Endorse Legalization, Say Cannabis Is Safer Than Either Alcohol Or Tobacco appeared first on NORML.

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Americans for Safe Access

APRIL 17, 2024

Well, I don’t think so, but I want to hear what you think! Can you spare 10 minutes today to give ASA a glimpse into your medical cannabis experiences?

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 26, 2024

Arizona’s record-breaking cannabis market In the landscape of booming and busting cannabis markets, Arizona emerges as a standout success story. A naturally beautiful state that attracts a sizeable group of tourists every year, Arizona skyrocketed past $1 billion in total cannabis sales for 2023. Unlike its northern neighbor of Nevada, Arizona has exceeded $1 billion in sales for three consecutive years, with 4.9% increase from ‘22 to ‘23 to boot.

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Leafly

APRIL 1, 2024

As the first sign in the zodiac, Aries leads—and this April promises high-octane cosmic action, including an eclipse and Mercury retrograde. Here are the best cannabis strains for each sign to make the most of this month. The post Star signs and cannabis strains: April 2024 horoscopes appeared first on Leafly.

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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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Veriheal

APRIL 29, 2024

The state of Louisiana is making historic strides in cannabis with the Louisiana House Health and Welfare Committee’s recent unanimous passing of House Bill 707 , which will help the state establish a regulatory framework for eventual adult-use marijuana legalization. The new bill doesn’t legalize cannabis but instead creates guidelines for what it will look like when that day comes.

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NORML

APRIL 18, 2024

After a century of failed policies and “canna-bigotry,” the verdict is in. Legalization is a success, and the end of cannabis prohibition can’t come soon enough. The post NORML Op-Ed: State-Level Marijuana Legalization Has Been a Stunning Success appeared first on NORML.

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LifeCannMD

APRIL 1, 2024

Medical Marijuana’s Impact on ALS Symptoms Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), often referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a devastating neurodegenerative disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. It makes your muscles weaker over time, and eventually, you can’t move or breathe like you used to. Sadly, there’s no cure for it.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 22, 2024

It seems Cherry’s time has finally come. Over the past year, I’ve discovered more new strains boasting cherry flavors than ever before. The latest discovery is from craft label Galaxy Labs with its release of Chilled Cherries. I recently stopped into Stash Orland Hills and picked up a sample to review. Chilled Cherries is a hybrid cross of Sunset Sherbert and Cherry Cookies.

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Leafly

APRIL 17, 2024

Including Blue Lobster, Toad Venom, and Banana Zoap. The post America’s hottest cannabis of 420 ’24 appeared first on Leafly.

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Veriheal

APRIL 23, 2024

Cannabis use is increasing all around the world. The American marijuana industry was worth about $57 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $444 billion by 2030, a staggering growth that reflects it as the fastest-growing industry anywhere in the world. Veriheal consistently stays abreast of current trends by conducting routine surveys among our community of nearly 2 million users.

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CannaMD

APRIL 1, 2024

The Florida Supreme Court has decided to place the recreational marijuana amendment, known as Amendment 3, on the November 2024 ballot. This amendment, if passed, would allow adults aged 21 or older to legally possess, purchase, and use marijuana for personal, non-medical consumption, with specific possession limits set. Significant support for the amendment, despite opposition from some state officials, indicates a potential shift in Florida's stance toward cannabis legalization, aligning it wi

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NORML

APRIL 12, 2024

"The sooner consumers have market access to cannabis products, the more quickly we will begin to see disruptions to the unregulated marketplace." The post Ohio: Adult-Use Marijuana Sales Anticipated To Begin Ahead of Schedule appeared first on NORML.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 18, 2024

Last week, California’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) released illegal market enforcement data for quarter 1 of 2024. It’s become a new tradition of mine to compare this quarterly data and see whether the state is actually doing anything to fight the illegal market (for example, see my posts for Q4 2023 , Q3 2023 , and Q2 2023 ). What does California’s Q1 2024 data show?

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 16, 2024

While credible arguments can be made for many classic strains, I still believe the best way to drop a new label is with new genetics. Ivy Hall shares this belief, dropping three new cuts as part of the dispensary’s new flower rollout. I picked up all three to review at Ivy Hall Peoria and this is Jelly Roll. Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop.

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Leafly

APRIL 9, 2024

See how the No. 1 city stays a mile-high. The post America’s top weed cities of 2024 announced appeared first on Leafly.

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Veriheal

APRIL 25, 2024

North American Indigenous tribes have been using substances like ayahuasca for centuries in religious ceremonies. Unfortunately, the implementation of the United States and the subsequent anti-drug laws that followed made it challenging for many tribes to practice this heritage. Now, though, that may be beginning to change. One Arizona church, known as the Church of the Eagle and the Condor (CEC), recently settled a lawsuit with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), the Department of Homeland Secur

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CannaMD

APRIL 30, 2024

This article explores limonene, a key terpene in cannabis known for its citrusy aroma and potential health benefits. It delves into its energizing effects, health benefits, presence in various cannabis strains, and answers many common questions - providing a thorough overview for those curious to learn more about this terpene.

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NORML

APRIL 8, 2024

"These findings belie that claim that cannabis is a so-called 'gateway drug' and reinforces the notion that, for many individuals and for patients especially, it acts as a exit drug." The post Analysis: Medical Cannabis Associated with Decreased Use of Opioids, Alcohol, and Tobacco appeared first on NORML.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 12, 2024

Cannabis investments are difficult enough when the investor is a U.S.-based person or entity. But things can get immensely more complicated when foreign investment is on the table. Today I want to highlight some of the top considerations for foreign investors and U.S. cannabis companies alike. 1. Legality could cause serious headaches To this day, cannabis remains federally illegal.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 12, 2024

While I’m always searching for the next big genetic rush, there are a few strains near and dear to my heart. Galaxy Labs first batch of releases tapped into that, releasing both Gary Payton and Apple Fritter as prerolls, two personal favorites. After reviewing (and enjoying) the Gary Payton picked up at Mystic Greenz Decatur , I”m back with the Apple Fritter to see how it stacks up.

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Leafly

APRIL 9, 2024

California, a pioneer in cannabis culture and legalization, continues to lead with a diverse array of cannabis strains that cater to every palette. From the consistent favorite, Blue Dream, to the rising star, Leafly’s Strain of the Year 2023 Permanent Marker, the Golden State’s cannabis enthusiasts have spoken through their search volumes.

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Veriheal

APRIL 10, 2024

If you’ve never been to a 4/20 festival or celebration, then you’re missing out! While Google won’t give you a straightforward answer as to why the number 4/20 is associated with cannabis–and unfortunately, it may just be cannabis lore lost to history–it’s the favorite number of millions across the world due to its weed-related connotation.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

APRIL 24, 2024

Researchers found no association between states enacting recreational marijuana laws and an increase of marijuana use among youth populations, according to research published in JAMA Pediatrics.1 Moreover, states even saw a decrease in substance use among younger populations where recreational marijuana is now legal.

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NORML

APRIL 2, 2024

"A majority of Floridians, like most voters nationwide, support repealing our failed marijuana prohibition laws and replacing them with a system of legalization and regulation. This is a long-overdue opportunity for them to finally make their voice heard where it matters — at the ballot box.” The post Florida: Voters Will Decide Marijuana Sales Measure This November appeared first on NORML.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 3, 2024

Cannabis contracts are – in the simplest sense – binding agreements between two parties. But how you get to something being “binding” can be complicated. And in the cannabis industry, where things move a mile a second and people often overlook basic contract requirements, the results can be disastrous. Today I want to focus on a concept known as “authority” and explain why I think it is so critical for the cannabis industry.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 1, 2024

The inaugural Eve of the Eclipse Cannabis Carnival: A Masquerade and Cosplay Party has released times and categories for its Costume Contests. The Eclipse Cannabis Carnival, produced by News Joint Events , is set to award prizes for four costume categories, including Best Overall Costume, Best Cosplay, Best Masquerade, and Best Couple (or Group). The Eve of the Eclipse Cannabis Carnival invites all attendees to don their best costume or masquerade disguise and enter the Costume Contest for a cha

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Leafly

APRIL 5, 2024

Wiz Khalifa, Gucci Mane, and our own senior editor David Downs are in the mix this 420. The post America’s top cannabis events of 4/20 2024 appeared first on Leafly.

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Veriheal

APRIL 11, 2024

Medical cannabis is more popular than ever before, with 38 states having legalized some form of it for various health conditions. A new federally-funded study has confirmed this, reporting that medical marijuana enrollment is skyrocketing throughout the United States. Researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and the University of Michigan found that there were more than 4.1 million patients in 2022, a sharp increase from the

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The Fresh Toast

APRIL 22, 2024

Can Pollen Allergies Be Helped By Cannabis It is the sniffling and sneezing season for many. Can pollen allegories be helped by cannabis. The post Can Pollen Allergies Be Helped By Cannabis appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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NORML

APRIL 30, 2024

"These findings, and others, refute hypothesized associations between cannabis use and low motivation. It is unfortunate that many of these longstanding stereotypes have historically guided public health messaging about cannabis and have also been used to stigmatize and discriminate against those who consume it responsibly." The post Study: Frequent Cannabis Use Not Linked to Motivation Loss appeared first on NORML.

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