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Police Solve More Violent Crimes Post-Cannabis Legalization, New Research Reveals

Veriheal

Referring to the findings of the recent study, NORML Deputy Director Paul Armentano stated: “These conclusions reaffirm the notion that states can sensibly regulate the adult use and sale of cannabis in a manner that doesn’t adversely impact public safety.

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District of Columbia Provides Employment Protections to Cannabis Users

The Blunt Truth

The District of Columbia legalized cannabis for medicinal purposes in 2010 and began to permit individuals to use the drug recreationally in 2015. Last month, on July 13, 2022, Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser signed the “ Cannabis Employment Protections Amendment Act of 2022 ” (D.C.

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Positive Cannabis Drug Tests in the Workplace at the Highest in 25 years

Veriheal

The positivity rates in 2021 and 2022 were more than 30%, the highest since the all-time low in 2010-2012. It is imperative employers take the proper steps to create and maintain a policy that addresses cannabis use, build a safety-focused culture, and educate the workforce to keep all workers safe on and off the job.”

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Arizona Court of Appeals rules mother enrolled in the state’s medical cannabis program per a doctor’s recommendation cannot be charged with neglect if newborn baby tests positive for cannabis

Cannabis Law Report

The decision overturns a move by the Department of Child Safety (DCS) to put the mother on the agency’s “Central Registry” of parents who are found to have committed acts of child abuse and neglect.

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New York: New Report Released Showing Ongoing Extreme Racial Disparities in Marijuana Enforcement at City and County Levels

NORML

At the same time, the bill would redirect tax revenue from a legal industry towards various programs that redress harms from the War on Drugs, while also increasing and improving public education and treatment programs geared towards responsible use, reducing overdoses, and saving lives.

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Can You Get Fired For Having An MMJ Card In New Jersey?

MMJ Recs

New Jersey’s medical marijuana program has been a game-changer for many patients, providing legal access to cannabis for those with qualifying conditions. For example, if you operate heavy machinery or perform safety-sensitive tasks, your employer might have a zero-tolerance policy for marijuana use, even if it’s for medical purposes.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/22

NORML

Legislation is pending, House Bill 2149, to amend the definition of “cannabis” under the 2010 voter-approved medical marijuana law. Update : HB 2149 was approved by the Public Safety Committee on 2/20. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation. AZ resident?