Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Medicinal or Recreational marijuana? Unlike any other drug, this program allows virtually unlimited access to marijuana once you qualify. There is only what legislators call a “budtender” serving you pot. Tate Reeves. on Tuesday. That is the question. There is no pharmacist involved and no doctor setting the amount.

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NORML

MAY 20, 2019

Millions now carry harmful convictions for harmless offenses that still haunt their lives and deeply hinder their access to everything from housing, financial assistance and employment opportunities. Even if they aren’t drug-related, a misdemeanor conviction can still have drastic social consequences.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

states and the District of Columbia currently have legal cannabis, medical or recreational. It prohibits cannabis possession, use, purchase, sale, or cultivation, whether for recreation or medical purposes. Around 12 marijuana-related bills were proposed in the 2021 Legislative Session. Like Idaho, CBD with less than.3%

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Veriheal

MARCH 2, 2024

In December of 2023, the country recently made a new move towards reform that could stimulate the cannabidiol (CBD) industry and provide many patients, such as those with epilepsy , with access to potentially life-changing medical treatments. So, with all of these changes, the question remains: Is weed legal in Japan?

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MassRoots

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Legislation to end the federal prohibition of cannabis has been submitted in the U.S. The American people have elected the most pro-cannabis Congress in American history and significant pieces of legislation are being introduced,” said Blumenauer. “The Senate by Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR). 420’s companion proposals, including H.R.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2021

The legislation to reform Australia’s medicinal cannabis industry licensing system has finally passed the Senate! Brown (Labor) made a brief statement where she claimed that, of the 80 to 100 compounds in cannabis, only two are used for medical, as opposed to recreational, purposes.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2022

Council unanimously approved emergency legislation on Tuesday that will effectively create a recreational marijuana market by allowing people to self-certify themselves as medical cannabis patients and access dispensaries—without needing to get a recommendation from a doctor. The Washington, D.C. Full report [link].

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 1, 2019

At this point, over a month into the 2019 session, a preponderance of legislators appear vaguely inclined to “let it ride” and drop the big ideas when it comes to cannabis. Legislation that crosses over and passes into law will likely look different—perhaps drastically so—than currently drafted. How did we get here? It seems unlikely.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The evolution from stigma to acceptance has been a journey marked by changing perceptions, legislative shifts, and a growing understanding of the therapeutic potential of cannabis. The legislative steps taken to decriminalize its use for medicinal purposes signify a departure from earlier prohibitions.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 2, 2023

In March, a failed cannabis regulation bill included a provision providing that “a dispensing organization may dispense cannabis from a drive-through window of the restricted access area or a curbside pickup location in close proximity to the restricted access area.” Medical cannabis dispensaries and their patients are affected.”

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 5, 2020

Maine is on track to launch its first recreational marijuana businesses in June, four years after its residents voted in favor of legalization. The OMP handles all licensing, compliance, and oversight of medical and recreational use of marijuana.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 6, 2021

still doesn’t have a recreational market. Council Chairman Phil Mendleson proposed a new, recreational cannabis regulation bill that focused on progress and equity. This legislation is the culmination of over a year of work by my office and external stakeholders,” Mendelson said about the newly proposed legislation. “It

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 22, 2019

Right now, there is an ongoing battle between the state and local governments for access to cannabis, which should be the first place that states (and possibly even Congress) look when considering legalization. To combat open deliveries, legislation was introduced ( AB-1530 ) to specifically allow cities to forbid deliveries.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Does recreational cannabis legalization contribute to a spike in consumption? Conversely, no changes in cannabis consumption prevalence were noticeable among non-Hispanic Black people after adult-use legislation had been enacted. Past-month cannabis consumption also rose post-legalization among the three racial-ethnic groups.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

A somewhat bizarre piece of legislation. Critics at state agencies say this effectively amounts to legalizing recreational cannabis for the older population without creating a broader regulated adult-use market like the ones that exist in other states. We understand the thinking but really! Marijuana Moment reports.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 22, 2023

The extension comes on the heels of the spring legislative session and the failed cannabis omnibus, which included curbside pickup provisions for medical patients and recreational consumers, as well as drive-through operations. This is the second extension of the variance that has been permitting curbside pickup since January.

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MassRoots

AUGUST 3, 2020

Louisiana’s medical marijuana program may have been established three years ago, but patients were not granted access to medicine until August of 2019 when the first round of the product became available. Home cultivation remains illegal for the more than 4,000 registered medical marijuana patients.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

An NYU study found that CBD could help those with epilepsy, Washington’s mushroom legalization bill hit a major roadblock, and Maryland is looking to include social equity in its forthcoming recreational market. Market Opening Maryland’s recreational cannabis market is slated to open for business on July 1st.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 4, 2021

After Initiative 502 (I-502) passed in 2012, which made Washington the second state in the country to legalize recreational cannabis, it was largely celebrated. Many supporters had hopes that Washington’s recreational cannabis industry could be a template for other states that weren’t far behind. Another $5.6 Read more at [link].

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Veriheal

JANUARY 25, 2021

Decriminalization and legalization of cannabis may be gaining ground but patients in certain countries are still struggling to access medical cannabis through the legal market. In other words , recreational use of cannabis is illegal but the fines are becoming increasingly reduced. Making the Process to Get Medical Cannabis Easier.

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NORML

AUGUST 1, 2019

NORML KC Continues Push to Expand Patient Access. “The end goal is always recreational. “We want patients to be able to have access to their medicine so they don’t have to have any unnecessary burden.” ” Read more from NORML.org ! ” Read More from Fox 4 News ! .”

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Louisiana’s medical program has been in the works for far too long, and state lawmakers are still addressing gaps in the legislation. 2020 also saw state legislation that prevented financial institutions from being penalized for housing the funds of cannabis businesses. Signs of New Times.

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Veriheal

JULY 21, 2023

Trulieve gathered petition signatures to put recreational cannabis on Florida’s 2024 ballot, Germany released a legalization bill draft, and a bipartisan push aims to fix the Department of Defense’s hiring problem. Florida Takes Important First Step in Fight for Recreational Use—So, What Now?

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The Cannigma

MARCH 25, 2021

A United Kingdom police chief proposed a novel idea this January: Allow drug-dependent inmates access to free cannabis to help them overcome opioid addiction. In 15 of those states, both medical and adult use (recreational) cannabis is legal. In New Mexico, a judge rules inmates must have access to medical cannabis.

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Veriheal

MAY 4, 2021

Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation that officially legalized recreational cannabis for the state. When asked about recreational cannabis legalization Gov. Recreational cannabis helps boost tourism. What’s Permitted For Recreational Use. On April 12 th New Mexico Gov. It is good for entrepreneurs.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Understanding MMJ regulations on a state-by-state basis is essential for both patients seeking access to MMJ and the businesses and professionals operating within this industry. The state has a comprehensive MMJ program and has expanded to include recreational cannabis. Nebraska: Nebraska has strict marijuana laws and no MMJ program.

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NORML

JANUARY 7, 2020

From Oasis to Acres, we collected thousands of signatures in total, consisting of constituents voicing their support for several pieces of federal legislation. Lobbied for Medical Access and Cannabis Reform in Carson City. Those large stacks of supportive letters were then delivered directly to their representatives in DC.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has high hopes for the upcoming legislative session in the state of Kentucky. Governor Beshear expressed his support and prioritized medical cannabis legalization in the coming legislative session. Kentucky, along with the rest of America, deserves legal access to cannabis. Nima Kulkarni.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 28, 2022

Newly released data show that Poland is home to over 9,261 patients legally accessing medical cannabis, making it one of the largest such populations in Europe. New legislation that would bolster the national supply has been rejected by the Parliament. New cannabis legislation in Poland.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 12, 2023

With the recent passage of House Bill 556 and Senate Bill 516 in Maryland, the legalization of adult-use recreational cannabis is set to begin on July 1, 2023. This landmark legislation, which was developed in response to the approval of Question 4 on the 2022 ballot, brings about significant changes to the cannabis industry in the state.

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Peninsula Alternative Health

JUNE 12, 2023

With the recent passage of House Bill 556 and Senate Bill 516 in Maryland, the legalization of adult-use recreational cannabis is set to begin on July 1, 2023. This landmark legislation, which was developed in response to the approval of Question 4 on the 2022 ballot, brings about significant changes to the cannabis industry in the state.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 12, 2021

As recently as 2014, the vast majority of medical and recreational cannabis sold in Colorado was flower and only 11% was the high-potency concentrates consumed through dab rigs or vape pens. They don’t make cannabis products like they used to, and there’s an increasing number of Colorado lawmakers who think that’s problematic.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 19, 2022

Due to the high taxes levied on the legal sale of cannabis, commercial prices often cannot compete with the illicit market, leading recreational users and patients alike to purchase unregulated products and leaving small, legal businesses to suffer. Though these taxes generated $1.75

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

HB 1438 made Illinois the first state in the nation to include social equity provisions in cannabis legislation. They lobbied their legislators, organized rallies, held press conferences, and demanded justice. Hold legislators accountable for real-world equity solutions. Tips for cannabiz owners seeking equity.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Last month, two pieces of legislation were introduced to the legislature that could substantially alter Washington State’s advertising laws: HB 2350 and HB 2321. The legislation also seeks to “provide more flexibility for the use of signs and advertisements by marijuana licensees at their licensed premises.”.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 7, 2021

As of now, it’s unclear exactly what is going to happen with this legislation, but drone language is new to this report and has not shown up in previous years. Some of the major players behind this legislation are Rep. The post Drones Getting Legislative Support for Spotting Illegal Grows in California appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 27, 2024

They also cannot get access to loans or accept payments through credit cards. More states in the US have legalized the use of cannabis for medical and recreational purposes. However, many believe that the legislation has good momentum. Cannabis dispensaries and other cannabis-related businesses pay more taxes.

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