The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. At that time, many employers will be prohibited from taking certain actions in the absence of clear policies addressing marijuana use or evidence of impairment. Now is no different.

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Veriheal

MAY 4, 2023

These countries have the collective potential to spark economic transformation across the EU, which has been bludgeoned by financial downfalls since the COVID pandemic; GDP sunk 6.3% In Germany, legal recreational cannabis sales are slated to launch by the end of 2024. at the end of 2020. billion) by 2027.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

Employers are not prohibited from establishing or enforcing drug testing policies, including drug-free workplace policies, or requiring a worker to disclose that they are a medical marijuana card holder. New Mexico. Since June 29, 2021, adult recreational use of marijuana has been legal in New Mexico. Philadelphia, PA.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Collectively, the four aforementioned newly legal states are projected to earn $4.5 However, it’s important to note that — according to the Marijuana Policy Project — each applicant would be required to pay a fee of $3 million. Municipalities that permit recreational cannabis sales would also collect a 3% sales tax.

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Veriheal

JUNE 12, 2023

Thanks to a change in policy, should these NBA players decide to partake in a toke of one of these strains in the future, it may not come with the risk of losing their contracts, careers, or any other penalty for that matter. It’s extraordinary to see that policies surrounding cannabis are starting to progress in the right direction.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

They could also drastically simplify the tax collection process and make it harder to cheat, which will raise tax revenue, by moving the tax collection all to the point of sale. million during the second quarter of 2021, California’s cultivation tax represented roughly 12% of the state’s total cannabis tax collected from that period.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

Medicann is launching an observational study using RYAH Smart Dry Herb Inhalers in order to collect patient feedback on consumption of cannabis strains available on the Island, including strains supplied by Aurora Europe , a subsidiary of Canadian-headquartered Aurora Cannabis Inc., In 2019, the island’s economy grew by 2.1%

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 20, 2021

Although not immediately effective, New Mexico and Virginia employers should immediately assess the implications of the laws on their current policies and drug testing practices. Retail sales will not begin until January 1, 2024. Virginia’s Cannabis Oil Law. Next Steps for Employers.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 13, 2022

We know that current tax policies disproportionately burden cannabis farmers and small businesses and create instability throughout the supply chain, ultimately undermining the societal benefits of a taxed and regulated market. Strengthening tax enforcement policies to increase tax compliance and collection and reduce unfair competition.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

The 15% excise tax on cannabis sales would remain, and the collection and remittance of that tax would be limited to retail sales beginning January 1, 2023. Gavin Newsom introduced proposed revisions to his 2022-2023 budget proposal, which would eliminate the cannabis cultivation tax rate beginning July 1, 2022. per ounce of flower, $3.00

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Veriheal

JANUARY 21, 2025

A key turning point came in 1935 with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which gave private-sector workers the legal right to unionize, strike, and collectively bargain for fair working conditions. This push led to significant changes, including the introduction of labor laws designed to safeguard worker rights. billion by 2030.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

Plaintiff was told his termination was because he failed to disclose an improper relationship between two other Amazon employees — a violation of Amazon’s employee policy. We’ll see ya at the polls in 2024. We’ll see ya at the polls in 2024. These are just the allegations in the complaint. See, e.g., David E.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

During the first seven weeks of the law’s enactment (with data collected from July 1 to August 20), reports show that there were 20 arrests in Chesterfield, two in Henrico, zero in Hanover and three in Richmond for a total of 25 arrests. In July and August of 2020 , there were 257 arrests. “A

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

These states haven’t made major headlines for their progressive cannabis policies, but together they constitute a major market that has, nevertheless, dipped its toe in the water. Advocates now have turned their sights to the 2024 election cycle. has been notably slow to uptake major reforms.

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LifeCannMD

JULY 8, 2021

economy by 2024. Though the league is not changing its marijuana policy, as part of a collective bargaining agreement, the NFL’s drug testing policy has also finally changed. Under the new policy, players will not face the possibility of being suspended from games over positive marijuana tests.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 29, 2021

If approved, it would further increase the tax to five percent by 2024. Colorado kids who were struggling in school before the pandemic are even farther behind now,” said the Colorado Children’s Campaign Policy and Partnerships Manager Stephanie Perez-Carrillo. million per year. The same reports show that since 2012, 16.4

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

Seyfarth Synopsis : Every year, employers find themselves revisiting their marijuana and drug testing policies to account for newly enacted laws at the state and local level. At that time, many employers will be prohibited from taking certain actions in the absence of clear policies addressing marijuana use or evidence of impairment.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 12, 2023

The legislation outlines three separate rounds of licensing, with the first round scheduled for the fall of 2023 and the second round in 2024. Employers can still enforce policies regarding cannabis use and make employment decisions based on drug test results, even if cannabis is used legally by an individual outside of work hours.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 12, 2023

The legislation outlines three separate rounds of licensing, with the first round scheduled for the fall of 2023 and the second round in 2024. Employers can still enforce policies regarding cannabis use and make employment decisions based on drug test results, even if cannabis is used legally by an individual outside of work hours.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Beyond the attractive collection of strategic assets and intellectual property that Dr. Kingsley has assembled, I have taken this role because I share the Company’s ambitious vision for the future of cannabis. Disinterested shareholder approval has been obtained pursuant to a written consent resolution.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 15, 2021

For more information, check out this bulletin on marijuana tax policy in Connecticut. Adult use retail: Virginia’s adult-use stores, which are scheduled to open in 2024, will collect a 21% state cannabis excise tax in addition to the statewide 5.3% Marijuana tax rates in Connecticut. Marijuana tax rates in Delaware.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

from the second half of 2021 onwards as the Group fully repaid in May and June 2021 its 2022 and 2023 Eurobonds and successfully purchased a significant portion of its 2024 and 2026 Eurobonds which were bearing much higher interest rates. Second investment grade credit rating from Fitch Ratings after the one secured with Moody’s last year.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

OLCC’s 2024-2028 Strategic Plan A draft of the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan was first circulated at a Commission meeting in June, and finalized and published sometime last month. And also this post from February, where I explained why this should be coming in 2024. Here are some highlights, to launch you into fall. See you soon.

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

OLCC’s 2024-2028 Strategic Plan A draft of the 2024-2028 Strategic Plan was first circulated at a Commission meeting in June, and finalized and published sometime last month. And also this post from February, where I explained why this should be coming in 2024. Here are some highlights, to launch you into fall. See you soon.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Register Here Join us tomorrow for a post-election breakdown: “Post-Election Cannabis Wrap – Smoke ’em if you’ve got ’em” As the dust settles (hopefully) from the 2024 U.S. elections, the cannabis industry stands at the threshold of potentially transformative changes.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Register Here Join us for a post-election breakdown: “Post-Election Cannabis Wrap – Smoke ’em if you’ve got ’em” As the dust settles (hopefully) from the 2024 U.S. elections, the cannabis industry stands at the threshold of potentially transformative changes.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

The LCB is also tasked with administering and collecting excise taxes concerning the retail sale of cannabis concentrates, useable cannabis, and cannabis-infused products within the state. It also goes against the principle of harm reduction, which is one basis of medical cannabis legalization policy.

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Connor & Connor PLLC

AUGUST 15, 2024

According to the Pew Research Center (2024), 88% of Americans believe cannabis should be legal for either medical or recreational use. On May 21, 2024, the DEA opened a 62-day public comment period, which concluded on July 22, 2024. Therefore, it was not surprising that President Biden asked for the review. What is 280E.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 28, 2022

Amid plummeting prices for cannabis “flower” in the Golden State, Santa Barbara County is likely to collect only $10.8 The delay means that voters will not be able to decide on any changes to the county’s self-reporting cannabis tax structure until November 2024 elections, at the earliest. News Channel 12 write.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2019

The National Institute on Drug Abuse published a grant notice to encourage research on the effects of changing US cannabis laws and policies on public health. Advocates have until April 30, 2020, to collect more than 55,000 signatures. billion by 2024. Governor Ducey (R-AZ) opposes legalization.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

Creighton of Richmond, Co-Founder, The Jackson Ward Collective Rasheeda N. Rasheeda is the co-founder of The Jackson Ward Collective and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The 3Fifty Group. million in 2024 and $38.4 Ngiste Abebe of Richmond, Vice President of Public Policy, Columbia Care. Rasheeda N.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

Creighton of Richmond, Co-Founder, The Jackson Ward Collective Rasheeda N. Rasheeda is the co-founder of The Jackson Ward Collective and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The 3Fifty Group. million in 2024 and $38.4 Ngiste Abebe of Richmond, Vice President of Public Policy, Columbia Care. Rasheeda N.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

As policies become more data-driven and progressive, cultivation and production technologies have continued to improve drastically over the past several years. Virginia also legalized cannabis in 2021, but residents can expect to wait until 2024 before they can purchase cannabis products. Changing Consumer Demographics and Preferences.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 30, 2019

Although the amendments represent an unprecedented level of support for pro-cannabis policies in the House, a similar level of support in the Republican-controlled Senate is unlikely. The Federal Aviation Administration issued a bulletin clarifying its cannabis and CBD policy for pilots. billion in 2024, nearly triple the US$14.9

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Opinion Makers survey analyzed perceptions in four key areas – Finance, Stability, Policy and Politics. Looking ahead to 2024, 48% see the Republicans winning the White House, with only a third seeing Democrats retaining the Presidency.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In May 2024, the U.S. However, the rescheduling process is yet to be finalized, and although some optimistic advocates expected the decision to be fast-tracked before the November 2024 election, the fight for cannabis reform will not be won so quickly. drug policy and public opinion regarding cannabis’ status as a medicine.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 2, 2021

Ralph Northam expected later this week, Virginia will become the 16th state to legalize cannabis for adult use—although legalization won’t actually take effect until 2024. The pressure is really on lawmakers at every level of government to take action,” said Carly Wolf, NORML’s state policies director. With the signature of Gov.

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