SpeedWeed

MAY 7, 2021

Todd Smith, top political consultant to Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, was arrested earlier this week over allegations that he schemed to accept money in exchange for state hemp licenses. . The post Texas Agriculture Commissioner Consultant, Todd Smith, Arrested Over Hemp License Scandal appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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The Blunt Truth

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

In the new notice, DOT states: The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018, Pub. We have had inquiries about whether the Department of Transportation-regulated safety-sensitive employees can use CBD products. 115-334, (Farm Bill) removed hemp from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 5, 2024

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and Division of Cannabis Regulation today issued a compliance alert for cannabis transporters in Illinois. The GPS tracking system shall also be able to store historic data (for no less than 12months) and shall permit the Department to search all real-time and archived data upon request.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Provide that the Department of Agriculture may not limit the number of hemp farm licenses. Provide that no person shall cultivate or grow hemp for commercial purposes unless licensed by the Department of Agriculture and subject to the rules of the Department. Public safety is paramount,” said Ford. Define terms. That’s a given.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2022

Testimonies During The House Agriculture Subcommittee On Biotechnology, Horticulture, And Research Addressed FDA Inaction on CBD and Intoxicating Hemp Derivatives. Department of Agriculture (USDA) acted timely in establishing rules for production, the inaction of the U.S. Washington D.C. Today, U.S.

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Agriculture Hemp CBD Research and Development 52

Medicinal Genomics

AUGUST 17, 2021

MGC), a pioneer in harnessing cannabis genomics to improve the agricultural productivity, safety, and transparency of cannabis, today announced that AOAC International has approved its PathoSEEK® 5-Color Aspergillus Multiplex Assays with SenSATIVAx Extraction for cannabis flower and infused edibles. Medicinal Genomics Corp. flavus , A.

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Edibles Medicine Agriculture Safety 98

NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

Update : HB 1663 is scheduled for a public hearing and executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 2/5/20 beginning at 10am. Update : HB 1648 is scheduled for an executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/28/20 at 10am. NH resident? NH resident? NH resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Safety Cultivation 192

Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

Iowa is also known for its strong agricultural practices. Allowing the state to cultivate cannabis for in-state cardholders could be a transformative move for the states agricultural businesses. Patients and prospective patients may contact the Iowa Department of Public Safety at (515)-725-6230 for more information.

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Chronic Pain Patients THC Programs 52

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

Update : HB 1648 is scheduled for a public hearing in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/23/20 at 1:30pm. Update : HB 1614 is scheduled for a public hearing in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 1/23/20 at 11am. NH resident? Send a message to your lawmakers in support of depenalization.

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 251

Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. The Task Force will study hemp cultivation, market potential, and job creation.

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Hemp CBD Agriculture Cultivation 101

Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

There are now separate (and slightly different) definitions for hemp generally under the California Health and Safety Code, and now under the Food and Agriculture Code relative just to hemp cultivation. Department of Agriculture by May 2020. Stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog for more California hemp cultivation updates.

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Hemp Law Agriculture Compliance 92

NORML

MARCH 29, 2019

Update : HB 1383 was heard and approved by the Committees on Judiciary and Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs on 3/19. Update : HB 2173 was approved by the House Committee on Agriculture on 3/20. Update : H 3449 was heard in the House Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs Committee on 3/21.

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 195

Illinois News Joint

MAY 17, 2023

The press release continued by stating, “plaintiffs are urging the court to order the IDOA to do its job and enforce laws meant to protect public safety and ensure fairness and equity within the Illinois cannabis industry.” Representatives from the firms hosted a press conference at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 18, outside of the James R.

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Agriculture Safety Cannabis Law 98

Project CBD

AUGUST 23, 2023

8 Safety Issues Associated with Synthetic Cannabinoids This new generation of designer drugs is reminiscent of “Spice,” “K2,” and other synthetic cannabinoids that emerged in the illicit drug market in the early 2000s. 9 We cannot assume that these novel compounds are safe based on the safety profile of natural cannabinoids.

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Cannabinoids Hemp THC Safety 142

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 ( 2018 Farm Bill ) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Today we turn to Oklahoma. A license is not required to manufacture Hemp CBD products.

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Hemp CBD Agriculture Cultivation 104

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 18, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Under the new law, which is codified in O.C.G.A. § 2-23-1 et seq.,

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Hemp CBD Agriculture Food 97

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Meanwhile, The Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment killed SB 1335. Update : The Criminal Justice and Public Safety is scheduled to hold an executive session on HB 481 on 2/21 at 11:00am in LOB 204. The bill now awaits action from the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. HI resident? NH resident?

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 190

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The “AR in Agriculture Market Analysis and Forecast, 2020-2026” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The AR in agriculture market is expected to reach $4.43 However, these products are developed focusing on applications other than agriculture.

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Agriculture Hydroponic Food Business 40

Canna Law Blog

JULY 21, 2019

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Industrial hemp” or “hemp” means “the plant Cannabis sativa L.

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Hemp CBD Agriculture Seed-To-Sale 103

Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

If the bill becomes law, then there will be separate (and slightly different) definitions for hemp generally under the California Health and Safety Code, and now under the Food and Agriculture Code relative just to hemp cultivation. Department of Agriculture by May 2020.

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Cultivation Hemp Law Agriculture 85

Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

On February 20, 2020, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) released its proposed regulations for the Cannabis Appellations Program, something that many cultivators have been anticipating since the inception of the Medicinal and Adult Use Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA).

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

The initiative proposes amendments to the Health and Safety Code that would implement a regulatory framework for the “cultivation, processing and distribution of Psilocybin Mushrooms and the chemical compounds contained therein for personal, spiritual, religious, dietary, therapeutic, and medical use.”

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Decriminalization Therapy Research and Development Treatment 145

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

Update : SB 440 was heard by the Senate Agriculture, Forestry & Economic Development Committee on 3/4, and then by the Senate Public Health, Welfare And Labor Committee on 3/5, but no action has been taken yet. Update : HSB 244 was approved by the House Public Safety Committee on 3/7. AR resident? IA resident? MN resident?

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Legislation Patients Access Seed-To-Sale 194

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) State of Nevada Hemp Plan was approved by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on May 28, 2021. About the Nevada Department of Agriculture. The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) mission is to preserve, protect and promote Nevada’s agriculture.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 24, 2023

Christopher Simpson, a deputy director at the Pacific Northwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center, believes that overall, the risk of DDE in cannabis is likely low. “To As far as the authorities are concerned, the swift action taken was in the public’s best interest and a responsible approach to consumer health protection. “We

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Data Safety Extraction Cannabis 98

Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 11, 2023

House Bill 4164 would amend the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act and the Administrative Procedure Act and provide that by January 1, 2024, the Department of Agriculture shall adopt emergency rules to “begin accepting applications for the conversion of transporting organization licenses to third-party transporting organization licenses.”

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Legislation Agriculture Cannabis Safety 111

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 16, 2021

The Medicinal Cannabis Authority, at its headquarters in Rivulet, hosted a media tour on Thursday, 12th August, 2021, of the newly completed Analytical Service Provider Facility where locally produced medicinal cannabis products will be tested for potency and safety. The lab is the gateway to export for regional and international markets.

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Media Medicine Terpenes Agriculture 98

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 14, 2019

Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried announced Monday a new Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee, which she says will collaborate with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to help improve the state’s medical marijuana policies. Here are the details care of Sunshine State News.

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Agriculture Marijuana Research and Development Policy 40

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Update : HB 2149 was approved by the Public Safety Committee on 2/20. Update : The Environment and Agriculture Committee will hold a Public Hearing on HB 459 at 10am on 2/26/2019, Legislative Office Building 203. Update : The Senate Committee On Agriculture & Wildlife will hold a hearing on SB 868 at 10am on 2/25/2019, Room 511-A.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 192

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 5, 2021

To further assure investor safety and protection, the Government has finalised and agreed a legal instrument called the Investment Stability Agreement (‘ISA’), which gives investors added security. ZIDA’s Kambas ha: Zimbabwe very open to international cannabis investors. Announcing the framework, ZIDA chief executive Doug Munatsi said: .

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Medicine Pharmaceutical Agriculture Policy 105

Illinois News Joint

MAY 30, 2024

In the meantime, some local-level municipalities already have moved and are trying to move forward with hemp-product bans.

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Hemp Patients Advocacy Legislation 105

Veriheal

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Department of Agriculture (USDA) applies to other legal consumer products. As a direct effect of cannabis’ federally illegal status, states that have enacted legalization are continuously scampering to find a way of amplifying safety procedures for the marijuana being sold inside their borders. .

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Research and Development Agriculture Data Extraction 96

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2019

This change in policy replaces the previous refusal by VDACS, citing the FDA’s food safety rules, to register hemp processors to produce hemp extract for human consumption. VDACS will soon issue, through its food safety program, rules for hemp processors to follow when producing hemp extracts.

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Extraction Policy Hemp Consumption 69

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

Consistent with the definition of “hemp” under the Agricultural Marketing Act, this exception would only apply to extracts from the plant Cannabis sativa L. Notably, this restriction only applies to dietary supplements and foods. Cosmetics containing CBD are not subject to this particular provision.

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Food Hemp CBD Extraction 100

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FDA. The federal hemp framework was established by the passage of the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill). The FDA is currently in an ongoing process evaluating the science and safety of CBD and hemp derivatives in order to determine potential regulatory pathways for hemp.

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Hemp Law Seed-To-Sale Food 105

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2019

recognize that there are significant tensions among residents, cannabis growers, and some elements of other agricultural industries. In addition to criminal enforcement, the compliance team is actively pursuing civil and land use violations to enforce health and safety concerns. percent agricultural and forest land, and 3.5

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Agriculture Environment Compliance Compliance 40

Canna Law Blog

JULY 24, 2019

A New Definition of “Industrial Hemp” Currently, the California Health and Safety Code defines “industrial hemp” as follows: “Industrial hemp” means a crop that is limited to types of the plant Cannabis sativa L. Department of Agriculture a hemp production plan. Below are some of the highlights of the bill.

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