Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

Today we address disqualifying criminal history for the purpose of participating in the hemp industry. Applications for a producer license – whether submitted to the USDA, a State, or a Tribe – must be accompanied by a completed criminal history report for each key participant. The EIN number of the business entity.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

In the previous Congress, The Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act became the first bill in American history to end the federal policy of criminalization that earned bipartisan support. ” Eric Goepel, of the Veterans Cannabis Coalition said , “There have been over 100,000 veteran suicides and overdoses in the last 15 years.

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NORML

MARCH 16, 2020

Since its founding in 1970, NORML has always had its doors and phone lines open to assist cannabis consumers across the country. We all know a large part of what binds us together as cannabis consumers is community and sharing. To the extent you are able, it is also best to know where your cannabis is coming from.

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Puff Puff Post

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

The History and Science of Cannabis. The use of cannabis for medicinal purposes can be dated back to as early as 2700 B.C.; the Emperor Shen Nung prescribed cannabis for various medical conditions such as gout, rheumatism, and poor memory. Devotees of the Hindu Gods would use cannabis as a way to connect with religion.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

Today, we stood with Representatives Tulsi Gabbard and Don Young as they introduced the Ending Federal Prohibition Act and Marijuana Data Collection Act. While these two bills are overtly about addressing the failures of marijuana prohibition, what they are truly about is accepting reality.

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The Cannigma

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

The CNN headline could hardly have been more alarming if it tried: “Young adult cannabis consumers nearly twice as likely to suffer from a heart attack, research shows.” One interesting detail left out of the CNN report is that unmarried respondents were more likely to report recent cannabis use – 68% vs 46.4%.

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The Herb Collective

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Many dispensaries in California operate as marijuana collectives. Whether you need weed for recreational or medical purposes, here are some of the best marijuana collectives in California. You can buy marijuana online from The Herb Collective and get it delivered to your address within an hour.

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The Herb Collective

JULY 31, 2020

It may not be an official statement, but we think it’s safe to say that most people consider California to be the nation’s cannabis capital. California has grown a strong, innovative cannabis culture. This culture is rooted in history, perfect California soil, passionate growers , and community. What do they have in common?

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The Cannigma

JULY 26, 2021

This article first appeared in Analytical Cannabis. From the analysis of ancient pollen, scientists had already previously determined that modern cannabis evolved in Central Asia on the Tibetan Plateau millions of years ago. Ancestors of modern cannabis are likely to have been first domesticated in Neolithic China.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 2, 2021

If you’ve ever consumed cannabis, you probably already know that the plant has many different varieties, commonly referred to as strains. Still, while there are lots of options, few strains are as prized as “landrace strains” – those rare varieties of cannabis plucked from a specific habitat. The story of landrace cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 6, 2021

The popularity of cannabis is nothing new, but a new study finds it dates back further than many may have expected. Breeding cannabis to get high didn’t happen until about 8,000 years later. The New Study Differs From Past Efforts to Pinpoint The Origins of Cannabis. How much further back? Try 12,000 years.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Exploratory research recently published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence found that cannabis consumption may be linked to subtle but long-lasting changes in speech. The aim of the study was to assess the speech within individuals who have a history of recreational cannabis consumption in comparison to the speech of non-consumers.

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The Cannigma

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Depending on your relationship with the plant or where you went to high school or college (if you remember much from those years), then cannabis may be something of a religion to you. But what do the major world religions actually say about cannabis and should you consider converting? Cannabis from Ancient times to today.

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MJ Business Attorneys

JULY 24, 2019

Areas that have approved the sale of cannabis still deal with a “gray market” where legal and illegal marijuana markets coexist. It is a scenario that frustrates legal cannabis businesses and law enforcement alike. This includes storefronts that sell cannabis despite lacking the proper licenses.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

All-star basketball player Kevin Durant recently scored a historic victory for cannabis advocacy. Previous efforts by Durant had significant involvement in the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) decision to remove cannabis from its list of banned substances. He’s also a fierce cannabis advocate.

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The Joint Blog

JULY 12, 2020

According to a newly released study those who are 60 years of age or older who have a history of marijuana use generally have a lower body mass index (BMI) than those who do not have a history of marijuana use. Those with a history of marijuana use are also more likely to exercise regularly. Cannabis users reported.70

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

Earth and Fire Erowid – cofounders of the non-profit Erowid Center, largest and most visited collection of information about psychoactive substances on the web. Dr. Erika Dyck – Professor and a Canada Research Chair in the History of Health & Social Justice. Ann Shulgin, Honored Guest. Join Session 1.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2020

This is the sixth in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement. For NORML’s 50th anniversary, every Friday we will be posting a blog from NORML’s Founder Keith Stroup as he reflects back on a lifetime as America’s foremost marijuana smoker and legalization advocate.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

CCT CET – Responsible Persons – we see a constant barrage of complaints about how oppressive the cannabis regulatory structure in California has been. The weakness relates to the collection and remittance of Cannabis Excise Tax [“CET”] and Cannabis Cultivation Tax [“CCT”]. The California Dept.

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WeedAdvisor

AUGUST 28, 2019

Canadian-based licensed producer Medcann made history this August. Through its Colombian affiliate, Medcann Colombia, the company become the first and (so far) only LP to land the rights for producing and exporting THC cannabis. Medcann’s Colombian Advantage. . Productivity and Sustainability. .

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Veriheal

AUGUST 8, 2023

Over the past decade, cannabis has been slowly shedding its cloak of cultural and legal disapproval to emerge as a more accepted substance in many parts of society. Yet, the world of sports has generally adhered to a contrasting perspective, viewing cannabis as a potential blight on the competitive spirit and reputation of the game.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 10, 2021

The roots of cannabis stretch deep into its grow medium and far back into history. Cannabis is a very misunderstood plant. Decades of anti-cannabis propaganda supported by the United States federal government distorted the public view of this incredible plant. Education about cannabis is becoming abundant.

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The Herb Collective

MARCH 1, 2024

In recent years, the curtain of stigma and misconceptions surrounding cannabis has gradually been lifted, revealing a plant with a plethora of potential benefits that extend far beyond its recreational use. Cannabidiol (CBD), one of the many compounds found in cannabis, has been at the forefront of this revolution.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

The Coast Reporter writes… Cannabis sellers have considerable work to do in order to ensure the privacy and security of the personal information collected from people purchasing their products, B.C.’s s information and privacy commissioner says. He said here are “serious gaps” in privacy protections. Read more at [link].

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The current public policies in local and state cannabis ordinance and equity programs may enhance racial disparities if they follow the pattern of exclusion and criminalization that encompass past policies promoted as beneficial to African Americans but uphold racial capitalistic practices. Purpose of the Study. Central Research Question.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 29, 2021

Legislation to implement cannabis legalization moves forward in Montana. Montana was one of several states to legalize cannabis through a ballot initiative last year, and legislators have been working on legislation to implement the initiative. The policy is part of the collective bargaining agreement negotiated last year.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

In the medical cannabis industry, mostly due to the plant’s long history of prohibition, there is a decided lack of data regarding the use and efficacy of cannabis as a treatment for a wide variety of indications. The most recent one , from June 2021, takes a look at patients using cannabis to relieve pain.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 30, 2021

Kind Idaho Chair Jackee Winters is laser-focused on qualifying the group’s medical cannabis legalization initiative for the state’s 2022 ballot in order to help her daughter, who suffers from a brain tumor, get legal access to cannabis. It’s time for Idaho to grow up,” she told Cannabis Business Times and Cannabis Dispensary.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Everyone knows that alcohol, tobacco, and cannabis are three of the most commonly used substances in the world. While it is nearly impossible to measure the exact extent to which those substances are consumed, a recent study interestingly found that more Americans are now smoking cannabis than tobacco. Cannabis’ Influence on Society.

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 30, 2023

The Blunt Truth® has long covered the intersection of alcohol and cannabis. For example, just last month we explored the potential for regulatory confusion that might ensue if states begin allowing the sale of cannabis in liquor stores.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

MARCH 31, 2022

Earlier this month, a cannabis company located in Manistee, Michigan, announced that its dispensary workers successfully unionized, marking the first instance of organized labor in the state’s cannabis industry. While Michigan has a long history of unionized workforces, this is a new development for the state’s cannabis industry.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 5, 2021

GIE Media and the team behind the event have a deep history of creating successful events that bringing together industry constituents to help advance agricultural markets and the businesses in them.”. The post UCANN Drops Patent Lawsuit Against Pure Hemp Collective appeared first on SpeedWeed. View original article.

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Freedom Leaf

MAY 14, 2019

Matthews’ team, the Decriminalize Denver campaign, went out into the Denver winter to collect the signatures necessary (4,726) to get the initiative on the ballot, which were approved in January. A Brief History Lesson. Social Cannabis Consumption Taking Off in Colorado and California. Chart: The History of U.S.

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NORML

JANUARY 2, 2019

In learning about Las Vegas’ history from a perspective that isn’t often discussed, we got a firm grasp on how marijuana has undisputedly been a tool used for oppression. We participated in gardening and yard clean up at Harrison House, held a Black History month panel together, and helped with a Mardi Gras neighborhood celebration.

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MassRoots

JANUARY 4, 2019

Just fewer than two years since insisting it was a “gateway drug,” New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is singing a different tune regarding the legalization of cannabis for recreational use in The Empire State. One of the most compelling potential benefits mentioned in the report was the tax revenue the state could collect.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Nevada, like most states, has legalized cannabis for medicinal use. To address that concern, the Nevada Legislature passed a law requiring employers to attempt to make reasonable accommodations for its employees’ use of medical cannabis outside of the workplace.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Amplify , a Chicago-based organization committed to closing the opportunity gap for the region’s underserved, has announced that it is recruiting young women of color for its first cannabis workforce development cohort. To learn more, call the Amplify Cannabis Retail Cohort Hotline at 312-967-4182 before the deadline date of February 6.

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