Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

JANUARY 21, 2022

As the Michigan cannabis industry continues to grow and mature, medical and adult-use licensees would be well served to take proactive steps to ensure compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) regulations. Co-Authored with Jerry Hincka. Mich Admin Code, R 420.14(6), 6), 420.802(7), and 420.806(7).

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 28, 2021

Cannabis Wire report The country’s five-year old medical cannabis program is slowly taking shape, and more robust reforms may be… Read More.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2021

Registration is now available for required Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) training for those seeking licenses to own and operate adult-use marijuana establishments under the voter-approved social equity program. ” ADHS will accept applications for the social equity ownership program from Dec.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

Akerna (Nasdaq: KERN ), an enterprise software, leading compliance technology provider, and developer of the cannabis industry’s first seed-to-sale enterprise resource planning (ERP) software technology (MJ Platform ® ), announced a new offering, Akerna Connect. The tools that Akerna Connect provides our dispensary are game changing.

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NORML

MARCH 1, 2019

Denver, Colorado’s marijuana social use law is here to stay, as the city council voted this week to remove the “sunset” provision which made it a temporary four year program. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 440, to prohibit the availability of cannabis-infused food and drink products for qualified patients.

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NORML

JUNE 23, 2019

Also this week, the House Committee on Small Business held a hearing to discuss the economic and employment opportunities in the emerging legal cannabis industry and the challenges that federal prohibition and criminalization pose in regards to the Small Business Administration. The bill now heads to the Governor. California. CA resident?

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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

As the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department prepares to issue licenses to cannabis businesses, court records show they are also facing a lawsuit by some of the employees tasked with daily operations. Continue reading NM Cannabis Control Division employees sue agency over assigned work location at The NM Political Report.

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NORML

JUNE 14, 2019

House of Representatives’ Small Business Committee will hold a hearing on Wednesday on the challenges and opportunities small businesses face in the cannabis industry. Governor John Bel Edwards (D) of Louisiana signed legislation into law giving patients the option to inhale medical cannabis through vaporization. California.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

The Oregon Psilocybin Services – Training program, Licensing, and Compliance system is a now LIVE! Dear Partners, The Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS) – Training program, Licensing, and Compliance (TLC) system is now LIVE! For more information, please go to the Apply for Training Program Curriculum Approval webpage.

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NORML

APRIL 20, 2019

Legislation is pending, AB 286, to temporarily reduce tax rates imposed on the retail sale and commercial cultivation of cannabis. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of compassionate care programs. AB 1465 (Bloom) would allow licensing of cannabis consumption cafés and lounges in California. Actions to Take.

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Compliance 174

NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

HR 420 (yes, you read that right): The Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act would deschedule cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act, thus permitting state governments to regulate these activities as they see fit. Also, the rollout of the new leadership team of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus was announced. Your Highness, Carly.

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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. California.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Oregon Cannabis Association Join the OCA for a discussion on the OLCC’s new Verification of Compliance (VOC) program. The post Oregon Cannabis Association: Virtual Happy Hour: Enforcement Reform Conversation first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Kim Lundin, OCA’s Executive Director, will sit … Read More.

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NORML

APRIL 5, 2019

This Act amends the Controlled Substances Act to reduce the number of instances in which federal law enforcement agencies could carry out legal actions against state-licensed cannabis businesses or other related enterprises. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) of New Mexico signed cannabis decriminalization legislation into law.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 27, 2021

Aurora Cannabis Inc.’s ’s (NASDAQ: ACB ) (TSX: ACB ) subsidiary Aurora Germany GmbH and Ethypharm have delivered their initial shipment of cannabis to the French medical cannabis pilot program. If successful, this pilot program could lead to one of the largest regulated medical cannabis markets in Europe.”

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

As the legalization of cannabis continues to sweep through the United States, understanding the roles of regulators and accreditation bodies. Heather Krug is the State Cannabis Sciences Program Manager for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. We apply our entirely subjective bong score to each event.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

According to officials, about one-third or 32 percent of cannabis-related complaints in the county couldn’t be locked gates, fences and other visual obstructions. The program will last from May through August 2022. From November 2022 through February 2023, there will be a review of program activity, data and a report to supervisors.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Also this week Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) introduced legislation, The Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act, to expand and facilitate medical cannabis access to military veterans suffering from chronic pain, PTSD, and other serious medical conditions. CO resident?

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 184

NORML

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

— Bills SB 175 and HB 461 would expand the qualifying conditions under New Hampshire’s medical marijuana program. — Bipartisan bill HB 459 would legalize the production of industrial hemp in the state of New Hampshire to be in compliance with current federal hemp regulations and establish rules for such production.

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Marijuana Legislation Hemp Patients 207

MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It’s essential to be aware of the specific laws in your state to remain in compliance. Some states have broadly permissive MMJ laws, while others have more restrictive programs. Alaska: Alaska has a robust MMJ program, allowing for the use of medical marijuana for qualifying conditions. The state has licensed dispensaries.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission. This position will serve as a lead regulatory compliance manager for applications, complaints, and enforcement for all Commission matters. Monitor and evaluate performance of the program area and subordinate staff.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 5, 2021

Here’s the press release… National Law Journal’s 2020 Cannabis Trailblazer Katrina Skinner to Help Lead Company’s Legal Matters and Expansion into Banking, Financial and Payment-Related Services and Solutions for Cannabis Businesses and Related-Banking and Financial Sectors.

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NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

1647, the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans. At the state level, activists in Idaho have begun efforts to qualify a medical cannabis and hemp ballot initiative for the 2020 ballot. Alaska became the first state to permit on-site adult use cannabis consumption, as Lt.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 166

Veriheal

JANUARY 18, 2024

In a revolutionary development that reflects the ever-changing healthcare arena, cannabis nursing has earned official recognition as a specialized field in nursing. What Do Cannabis Nurses Do? Cannabis nurses are crucial in bridging the gap between traditional healthcare and emerging cannabis therapies.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

A former head of the United Nations body responsible for international drug treaty compliance has been hired as president of Thailand’s leading medical cannabis company, lending a significant voice to the global credibility of the industry, especially in Asia, according to experts. Now, Sumyai said, Thai Cannabis Corp.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Regulators in Iowa added two new medical cannabis qualifying conditions to the current list, ulcerative colitis (effective immediately), and severe pediatric autism with self-injurious or aggressive behaviors (effective 4/2/19). Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation. AZ resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Andrew Brisbo, Executive Director of Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency, welcomed as next President of the Cannabis Regulators Association which has expanded to 37 member states and territories. Vice-President Michele Nakata, Supervisor of the Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licensing Program at the Hawaii Department of Health.

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NORML

MAY 24, 2019

Members of the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission have decided to advance plans to regulate social marijuana use facilities. Governor Jared Polis (D) of Colorado signed legislation into law that allows physicians to recommend medical cannabis for any condition for which an opiate would otherwise be prescribed. AL resident?

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Legislation Hemp Access Patients 187

Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 24, 2023

This week, DCEO announced sample guidelines for the use of the Cannabis Loan Funds. The guidance states, “Cannabis Loan Funds shall be used for ordinary and necessary expenses to start and operate a cannabis business.” If cannabis loan funds are used to fund a public works project, then the Prevailing Wage Act applies.

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NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

Activists in Nebraska, along with two pro-legalization Senators, qualified a 2020 medical cannabis ballot initiative petition to begin collecting signatures from registered voters in the state. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 440, to prohibit the availability of cannabis-infused food and drink products for qualified patients.

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Legislation Patients Access Seed-To-Sale 189

NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

Enacted in 1986, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program made it a condition for employment that all civilian employees at executive branch agencies be prohibited from using federally illegal substances on or off duty. Click here to send a message to your member of Congress and urge them to support this effort.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2022

Import, Advertising and Supply Compliance Priorities 2022-23. The table below sets out the TGA’s priority areas for compliance activities relating to the import, advertising and supply requirements of the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 from 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2023. Import, Advertising and Supply Compliance Priorities 2022-23.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

OKLAHOMA CITY — Taylor Hartin has left her role as one of Oklahoma’s top marijuana regulators to join VS Strategies, a leading cannabis policy and public affairs firm, as a senior associate. During and after law school, she helped a national law firm build out its cannabis practice and lobbying divisions.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 2, 2020

The Dutch government will hold a draw on Thursday to choose 10 marijuana cultivators for the country’s upcoming pilot program , according to a letter … Read More.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2021

We speak with Mark Lozzi the CEO of cannabis financial solutions company Confia who tell us on their website. Confia enables cannabis supply chains to flow efficiently.We provide free electronic payments within-network, powerful integrated banking capabilities, and automated compliance.

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The Cannigma

MAY 21, 2021

Listen & Subscribe: Max Simon was a closeted cannabis user since his teen years. It wasn’t until years later, when he got into the cannabis education business, that he understood the reason he had been so drawn to it all those years was because it was helping his ADHD. Green Flower CEO Max Simon (Courtesy). Music by Desca.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 18, 2024

Overview of the Illinois Medical Marijuana Program Illinois boasts a comprehensive medical marijuana program that provides patients with access to a variety of cannabis products for therapeutic use. Understanding the nuances of this program is essential for individuals seeking relief from medical conditions.

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