NORML

MAY 3, 2019

Governor Jay Inslee (D) of Washington signed legislation into law allowing medical cannabis to be accessed by patients on school grounds, and separate legislation allowing the production of industrial hemp in accordance with new federal hemp regulations. Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup!

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 185

NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Governor Jim Justice (R) of West Virginia signed legislation into law that allows financial institutions to provide banking services related to the state’s medical marijuana program. Late last week, the North Dakota State Senate overwhelmingly passed a measure to expand the state’s medical marijuana program.

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 188

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

The bill clarifies that products made from the resin of the cannabis plant are legal for medical purposes under state law, including extracts, concentrates, oils, tinctures, and edible products, amongst others. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of allowing patients to smoke medical cannabis. AZ resident? California.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 191

NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Legislation that would have significantly expanded patient access to medical cannabis in Rhode Island was held in a senate committee for further study, ultimately killing the bill. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 236, to allow qualifying patients with certain debilitating conditions to use and safely access medical cannabis.

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Legislation Hemp Access Patients 187

NORML

JANUARY 18, 2019

At the state level, patients in Ohio and Oklahoma now have access to medical cannabis, as sales began in both states this week. Governor Andrew Cuomo (D) of New York and Governor Gina Raimondo (D) of Rhode Island both included plans for cannabis legalization as a part of their budget proposals in their respective states.

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Therapy 184

NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Medical marijuana is currently legal in 31 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and Guam, and 46 states have some form of medical marijuana law ; however, it remains illegal under federal law.

Chronic Pain 193

Chronic Pain Legislation Treatment State Laws 193

NORML

APRIL 5, 2019

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) of New Mexico signed cannabis decriminalization legislation into law. She also signed bills to allow medical cannabis to be administered to patients while at school, and a broader medical expansion bill that adds several new qualifying conditions and patient protections. CA resident?

Legislation 201

Legislation Banking Hemp Compliance 201

NORML

APRIL 12, 2019

At the state level, a bill to allow licensed social consumption spaces in Oregon was defeated for this year. A bill to allow patients to use medical cannabis while on probation or parole died in Montana’s state Senate. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 24, to expand access to medical cannabis in the state.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 171

NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. MA resident? Click here to email your lawmakers in support of consumer employment protections.

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Legislation Clinical Trials Research and Development Access 122

NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Additionally, Representatives Charlie Crist (D-FL) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced The Fairness in Federal Drug Testing Under State Laws Act to explicitly bar federal agencies from discriminating against workers solely because of their status as a cannabis consumer, or due to testing positive for marijuana use on a workplace drug test.

Legislation 166

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 166

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

Governor Ron DeSantis (R) of Florida signed legislation into law to restore patients’ right to smoke medical cannabis. Governor Ralph Northam (D) of Virginia signed legislation into law that will allow medical cannabis oil to be administered to patients on school property. DE resident? DE resident? HI resident?

Legislation 156

Legislation Hemp Patients Compliance 156

NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

House Bill 1089 would prohibit employers terminating an employee for the employee’s lawful off-duty activities that are lawful under state law even if those activities are not lawful under federal law, such as consuming marijuana. Send a message to your representatives in support of the MORE Act now.

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Legislation Decriminalization Safety Cultivation 181

MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

In Ohio, accessing medical marijuana involves more than just obtaining a prescription; it requires navigating a complex landscape of dispensaries, regulations, and patient expectations. This guide aims to demystify the process, offering practical advice and insights to help patients make informed decisions.

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Dispensary Patients Marijuana Education 52

NORML

MAY 17, 2019

Legislation is pending, House Bill 358, to give qualified patients the option to inhale cannabis for medical purposes through vaporization. LD 991 also seeks to expunge the records of those convicted of marijuana related offenses that are no longer defined as criminal under state law. IL resident? LA resident? ME resident?

Legislation 156

Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 156

MMJ Recs

AUGUST 29, 2022

Missouri dispensaries are now selling high-quality, locally produced marijuana products to hundreds of thousands of Missouri MMJ patients. Missouri medical marijuana patients get to shop (as well as browse and learn) at some of the best MMJ dispensaries in the country. Can Out-Of-State Cardholders Buy Medical Marijuana In Missouri?

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Dispensary Patients Treatment Education 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

During KY4MM and KY NORML Cannabis Lobby Days, members, advocates, patients, veterans, the sick and the healthy from across our Commonwealth descend on Kentucky’s Capitol to tell their stories and advocate for much needed reforms. Patients First: Rallying to Fix Medical Marijuana in PA. Never been a citizen lobbyist before?

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Legislation Decriminalization Patients Policy 130

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It

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Access Law Patients Programs 98

NORML

APRIL 20, 2019

The measure would protect registered medical cannabis patients from employment discrimination by prohibiting employers from arbitrarily discriminating against employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law. Provisions allowing veterinarians to administer hemp and CBD products to animals.

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Compliance 174

NORML

JUNE 28, 2019

Governor Janet Mills (D) of Maine signed legislation into law setting rules and regulations for the adult use cannabis market. Governor Chris Sununu (R) of New Hampshire signed legislation into law allowing physicians assistants to recommend medical cannabis to their patients. CA resident? Pennsylvania. PA resident?

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Legislation Access Decriminalization Patients 113

NORML

MAY 31, 2019

Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 236, to allow qualifying patients with certain debilitating conditions to use and safely access medical cannabis. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 1286, to expand patient access to medical cannabis in Arizona. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of expanded patient access.

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Legislation Banking Access Hemp 118

NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

Governor Kate Brown (D) of Oregon signed legislation into law that prohibits landlords from arbitrarily refusing to provide housing access to an individual based solely on their status as a medical cannabis patient, or based solely on an individual’s prior cannabis conviction. California. DE resident? LA resident? OR resident?

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Legislation Hemp Agriculture Compliance 129

MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

This article explores the profound impact of MMJ on Maryland communities, shedding light on the medical marijuana benefits experienced by patients and the positive effects it has had on the state’s communities. It has the potential to reduce opioid dependence and addiction, leading to safer and healthier communities.

Chronic Pain 98

Chronic Pain Therapy Research and Development Treatment 98

NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

“Adding a condition for which a physician could recommend medical marijuana instead of an opioid is a safer pain management tool that will be useful for both our doctors and patients.” They should be limited only by the patient population in Philadelphia, which is growing every day.” ” Read more from WHYY ! .

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Decriminalization Patients Legislation Law 134

MMJ Recs

MAY 3, 2024

Arkansas has emerged as one of the states at the forefront of medical marijuana legalization. With its program in full swing, thousands of patients across the state are benefiting from access to this alternative form of treatment. Typically, medical marijuana cards need to be renewed annually.

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Marijuana Treatment Compliance Compliance 52

Veriheal

JANUARY 19, 2023

He stated the following to the Las Vegas Review-Journal: “The constitutional right to use marijuana upon the advice of a physician does establish that marijuana has an accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.” Luckily, the smokescreen is lifting, and people are learning the truth regarding cannabis.

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Research and Development Medicine Cannabis Advocacy 98

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 21, 2022

Commercialization & Patient Access · Any City, Any State, California. Most importantly, you will be responsible for the dynamic work of ensuring state-level legal access to FDA-approved psychedelic medications, beginning with MDMA for the treatment of PTSD. About MAPS Public Benefit Corporation (MAPS PBC).

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Advocacy Therapy Clinical Trials Environment 52

MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Indeed, primary caregivers must obtain an MMJ card to legally assist their registered patient with obtaining and administering medical marijuana. Step 1: Determine Eligibility To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old and have a relationship with the patient, whether familial or otherwise. The answer is yes.

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Patients Law Advocacy Marijuana 52

SpeedWeed

JULY 31, 2021

After being released on probation, the 29-year-old chose to go legit and registered as a medical marijuana patient. . Breer’s bipolar disorder and mental health conditions qualified him for the state’s medical-marijuana program. However, that’s not what the case is really about,” he continued. View original article.

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Legalization Advocacy State Laws Patients 52

MMJ Recs

MAY 9, 2024

Understanding State Laws: While medical marijuana is legal in many states, the specific regulations governing its use can vary widely. Veterans’ Access to Medical Marijuana The benefits of medical cannabis for veterans are many, but access to medical marijuana for veterans has been a topic of ongoing debate and advocacy.

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Research and Development Therapy Clinical Trials Treatment 52

Veriheal

JULY 22, 2020

Despite 33 states having legal, medical cannabis programs in the United States, the majority of veterans who utilize cannabis obtain it from the illicit and unregulated market. . The very gray area and smokescreen that exists between federal and state laws put veterans in a very vicarious place similar to banks.

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Legalization Programs Banking Conditions 69

Peninsula Alternative Health

MARCH 1, 2018

The common mission of these nonprofits and trade associations is to educate on the benefits of medical cannabis and create legislative change for businesses, physicians, and qualifying patients. ASA works with a grassroots base of more than 50,000 members using public education and direct advocacy to affect national change.

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Treatment Education Advocacy Access 40

Peninsula Alternative Health

MARCH 1, 2018

The common mission of these nonprofits and trade associations is to educate on the benefits of medical cannabis and create legislative change for businesses, physicians, and qualifying patients. ASA works with a grassroots base of more than 50,000 members using public education and direct advocacy to affect national change.

Treatment 40

Treatment Education Advocacy Access 40

MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

ounces of usable marijuana per patient. Cultivate marijuana: With a caregiver card, you can grow up to 12 marijuana plants per patient, with a maximum limit of 72 plants. Administer medical marijuana: The caregiver card legally permits you to assist patients in consuming their prescribed cannabis.

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Patients Programs Compliance Compliance 52

The Joint Blog

JULY 21, 2019

As noted by the AP, that’s two short of the 10 growers allowed under state law, but regulators are “hoping to ensure a supply-and-demand balance.” The initiative legalized the possession and use of marijuana and marijuana products for those who receive a recommendation from a physician and register with the state.

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Legalization Marijuana Advocacy Cultivation 44

The Joint Blog

JUNE 15, 2021

Before going deeper into it, make sure you have the license to operate legally in the state you are living in. Know your State Laws. State laws govern whether you can ope rate your cannabis growing business. And different states have different approaches to that.

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Legalization Decriminalization Recreational State Laws 52

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 25, 2022

Barbuto informed her to-be supervisor at ASM that she was a qualifying medical marijuana patient under Massachusetts law, adding that she did not take the medical marijuana before work or at work. Barbuto’s supervisor informed her that her lawful use of medical marijuana would not be a problem for ASM. 2] Barbuto , p.

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Policy Safety Law Patients 52

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Together with the required $2,000 fee, an advocacy group by the name of Decriminalize California submitted ballot language to the state attorney general’s office in September. About Cannabis Law Group. Now the activist group awaits approval from the attorney general on both the official measure title and summary it submitted.

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