Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 20, 2021

In an opinion piece published in The Times today , Conservative MP Dan Poulter, a practising NHS doctor, wrote that the drug has a lot of medical benefits – including the treatment of chronic pain, reduction of nausea for patients undergoing chemotherapy, and as a therapy for poor sleep and anxiety disorders. Source: [link].

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 5, 2022

On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. In the case of a job applicant, an employer can rescind a job offer if an applicant tests positive for recreational marijuana so long as the employer makes the policy available to the applicant at the time of offer. Now is no different.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In regards to recreational cannabis, 18 states have enacted legalization. . A lack of legal medical cannabis in North Carolina means that patients who rely on plant-based treatment are forced to either go without or seek out the plant from alternative sources, such as the unregulated black market. With more U.S.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 24, 2024

Also, according to officials in the state, Smart & Safe Florida ’s recreational cannabis legalization petition had gotten enough signatures to be approved in June. However, new polls have suggested that recreational cannabis might face a lot of opposition on the 2024 ballot. 60% agree, 29% disagree, and 11% are not sure.

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Veriheal

MARCH 23, 2024

The law is set to take effect in June 2024 , marking a major shift in Ukraine’s healthcare policy. These measures aim to keep the focus on helping people medically without increasing recreational use. This European trend shows a growing acceptance of cannabis as a medical treatment.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

As we previously reported , on February 22, 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three separate cannabis reform bills into law ( NJ A21 , NJ A 1897 , and NJ A5342/NJ S3454 ), formally legalizing the use and possession of recreational marijuana in the Garden State. Connecticut.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Colorado, along with the state of Washington that same year, was the first state to legalize recreational marijuana in 2012. However, the city of Colorado Springs has opted out of the sale of recreational marijuana despite how cannabis-progressive the rest of the state around them has been for years.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

According to Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Elena Ventura , the victim received less than ideal treatment. “In Recreational cannabis possession and cultivation has been legal in Virginia since July 1, although sales aren’t expected to occur until January 1, 2024.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

By 2024, the medicinal cannabis market within the United Kingdom is predicted to be worth nearly US$1.3 Its robust artificial intelligence platform aggregates and correlates HIPAA-compliant patient data, which is intended to help doctors and patients personalize plant-based treatments to better predict treatment outcomes.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 8, 2021

Despite the fact that cannabis also isn’t approved for use by the Food & Drug Administration, advocacy organizations claim that smoking cannabis is a viable treatment for a number of behavioral and health issues, ranging from tension and worry to Frontotemporal disease and Parkinson’s disease (FDA). billion by 2024.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

On July 1, recreational marijuana became legal for adult use in Virginia. million in 2024 and $38.4 WTKR reports. Governor Ralph Northam announced appointments to the three newly-created boards that oversee marijuana legalization in Virginia. Shane Emmett of Midlothian, Co-Founder and Former Chief Executive Officer, Health Warrior.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

per ounce of fresh cannabis plant, and these taxes are paid on all recreational and medicinal cultivation of cannabis. Despite the tax cut, a recent analysis found that removing the cultivation tax would actually increase overall tax revenue from cannabis sales by 123 percent by 2024 due to an expected increase in sales.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 2, 2023

g) In Fiscal Year 2024 the allocations in subsection (c) of this Section shall be reviewed and adjusted if the General Assembly finds there is a greater need for funding for a specific purpose in the State as it relates to Public Act 101-27. Expenditures for these purposes shall be subject to appropriations. (B)

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The Joint Blog

MARCH 4, 2021

According to the Associated Press, Virginia lawmakers gave final approval Saturday to a bill that will legalize marijuana for adult recreational use, but not until 2024, when retail sales of the drug would also begin. Virginia lawmakers have officially legalized marijuana – though it won’t take effect for some time.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The letter raises concerns about the potential for abuse, a lack of medical treatment potential, and trafficking by criminal gangs. It seems likely that 2024 will bring a decision on re-scheduling, either for or against, so stay tuned for that. Look for more on this in 2024 also.

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Veriheal

MARCH 31, 2022

It’s clear that the governors in both states have been feeding false promises to prospective consumers, all of whom are still enduring a tedious wait to legally purchase recreational bud. Kathy Hochul signed legislation establishing a conditional cultivation and processing recreational licensing structure. New Jersey Gov.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The rankings look at a variety of factors including Cannabidiol (CBD), medical and recreational cannabis, non-profit cannabis entities, commercial cannabis licenses, cannabis regulatory agencies, developments and trends, and business opportunities. Barry Weisz. Illinois dropped from #5 to #6 in the rankings. is dependent on the U.S.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 15, 2021

In short, cannabis went from an alternative treatment to an essential medicine, giving it a major upgrade in credibility. Massachusetts’ medical market was declared “essential” and continued operating, while the recreational market was allowed to resume sales on May 25. billion in annual medical and recreational cannabis sales by 2024.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 3, 2022

On June 22, 2021, Connecticut legalized recreational marijuana use by adults 21 years and older. In the case of a job applicant, an employer can rescind a job offer if an applicant tests positive for recreational marijuana so long as the employer makes the policy available to the applicant at the time of offer. Now is no different.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2021

The bill also establishes a tax structure and directs revenue to various initiatives, including Pre-K programs, disadvantaged communities, substance abuse treatment and public health. Eliminate special treatment of registered hemp processors (the current version of the bill creates a loophole with respect to license caps.).

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 30, 2019

The House also included amendments transferring $5 million from the Drug Enforcement Administration to opioid treatment programs, and directing the Food and Drug Administration to establish regulations for adding CBD to food and dietary supplements. billion in 2024, nearly triple the US$14.9 billion estimated for this year.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 1, 2024

California stands as a primary example in facing, maintaining, and boosting all things related to the cannabis industry, from legalization to delivery services, for both medical and recreational use. This provision represents a significant step towards ensuring equitable access to medical cannabis for patients across the state.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The retail provisions are set to take effect on January 1, 2024, but this deadline could be expedited by lawmakers. House Bill 1090 : State law previously permitted adults to legally possess up to one ounce of either marijuana flowers or concentrates for recreational purposes without penalty. DECRIMINALIZATION. EXPUNGEMENT.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

1, 2024, which would allow for similar enforcement operations in the future. 6] OLCC Recreational Marijuana Program, Compliance Education Bulletin CE2021-04, December 28, 2021, [link]. [7] Nevertheless, the task force is strongly supporting a statutory extension of the presumptive testing rules that are set to expire on Jan.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

In November 2012, Washington voters approved the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational cannabis within Washington state under what is known as Initiative 502 (“I-502”). Medical cannabis is often the only effective treatment that allows them to function and improve their quality of life.

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Veriheal

APRIL 6, 2024

The newest decriminalization bill introduced in January 2024 , meanwhile, seems to have the support to pass. Despite Success — Thailand Never Wanted Canna-Tourism Thailand’s decriminalization of cannabis was never meant to legalize recreational use — let alone kick start a frenzy of cannabis tourism.

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The Cannigma

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

It’s easy to think about that growth as a factor of changing perceptions among consumers — recreational, medical , or something in between. billion by 2024. Of course, massive growth projections are not exclusive to the recreational market. The cannabis space is growing (pun intended). The power of federal reform.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 1, 2020

African, Asian, American, European, and other countries have all been following the global cannabis movement, whether for recreational or medicinal purposes. The media storm came about as 12-year-old Billy Caldwell and 6-year-old Alfie Dingley were being denied cannabis oil as a treatment for their epilepsy. Billion) mark by 2024.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Though this was a bipartisan bill that has been proposed twice over the last two years, it did not gain sufficient traction to pass in 2024. Other earlier research conducted on Washington recreational smokers included cognitive tests after consumers used vaped concentrates, and these results painted a different picture.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This long-anticipated development marks a major shift in Kentuckys stance on cannabis, opening new doors for patients seeking alternative treatments. In early 2024, a bill was signed by Kentuckys Governor to expedite the cannabis licensing process ahead by six months so the new medical cannabis market launch could also happen sooner.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 2, 2024

On April 1, 2024, the Florida Supreme Court gave the green light to a ballot initiative to legalize adult-use marijuana. At long last, Florida voters will have their say on whether recreational marijuana should be legal in the Sunshine State.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

Of course, no one could have predicted a deadly pandemic bringing the world to a halt, but now, on the eve of 4/20/2021, the City and County of Denver is poised to sign three ordinances into law to finally allow for medical and recreational marijuana delivery and authorize marijuana hospitality licenses, among other changes.

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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. Most Americans Favor Legalizing Marijuana for Medical, Recreational Use.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2019

The measure has the backing of several national dispensary chains, including MedMen, Harvest Health and Recreation and Curaleaf Holdings. The city council unanimously approved a resolution allowing consumers at The Fairbanks Cut to consume cannabis on-site as part of the state’s recreational cannabis program. billion by 2024.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Although several Southern states have enacted medical cannabis programs, no states have embraced recreational use of cannabis. The program is a “limited license” regime, under which a set number of vertically integrated “Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers” are licensed to cultivate, process, and dispense cannabis to qualified patients.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

RICHMOND, Virginia, July 19, 2021 – PRESS RELEASE— Governor Ralph Northam announced appointments to the three newly-created boards responsible for overseeing the legalization of recreational cannabis in the Commonwealth. million in 2024 and $38.4 He has law degrees from Oxford University and Wake Forest University.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 19, 2021

RICHMOND, Virginia, July 19, 2021 – PRESS RELEASE— Governor Ralph Northam announced appointments to the three newly-created boards responsible for overseeing the legalization of recreational cannabis in the Commonwealth. million in 2024 and $38.4 He has law degrees from Oxford University and Wake Forest University.

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