Project CBD

MARCH 8, 2019

In recent years, the use of cannabis in veterinary medicine has gone from obscure concept to a mainstream issue. This explosion of interest in the use of cannabis and CBD for animals has led to the development of a multi-million dollar industry creating cannabis-based products for pets. Medical Cannabis in California.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

A University of Mary Washington survey shows 61 percent of Virginians favor legalizing the adult use of marijuana. “It comes as no surprise that a majority of Virginians support legalizing marijuana. “It comes as no surprise that a majority of Virginians support legalizing marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 17, 2020

As cannabis products become legal in more and more states, commercial interest grows in protecting the trademarks associated with those products. But what about state or common law rights in trademarks for cannabis products? Kiva Brands”) is a leading provider of cannabis-infused chocolates and confections.

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Americans for Safe Access

MARCH 16, 2021

Despite the fact that 36 states have reformed their laws to provide for safe and legal access to cannabis for qualifying patients, veterans living across these states still face a confusing system of federal and state laws regarding physician engagement and affordable access.

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The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program

DECEMBER 17, 2021

A New Mexico state judge ruled on Thursday that medical cannabis patients cannot purchase the same amount as non-patients when recreational-use sales begin. Prior to the Cannabis Regulation Act, the only way to legally possess cannabis in New Mexico was to be a medical cannabis patient.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 28, 2022

Despite progress over the past decade, the cannabis industry still struggles to access a fundamental piece of the U.S. Congress should either legalize cannabis or stop deputizing banks as drug enforcement investigators. To be clear, the existing policy does not ban financial services for the cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Andrew Turnbull spoke with Corporate Counsel about how in-house counsel are reviewing corporate cannabis policies in light of new state laws allowing for medicinal marijuana use and the introduction of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act. Read the full article (subscription required).

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 2, 2021

A recent lawsuit filed against the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) claims that the organization did not make its meeting agenda available to the public, which violated a state law known as the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act. Rachel Bussett of Bussett Legal Group , and Durbin’s co-counsel, accused the OMMA of being “sneaky.”

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Veriheal

JUNE 23, 2022

The legalization of cannabis is opening many doors in states that are embracing it. However, not all changes spurred by the creation of a legal industry are necessarily positive. With legalization comes an increase in DUI charges. MMJ Patients Criminalized Despite Legality.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 12, 2022

A new lawsuit in Georgia seeks a court order declaring that a chemical related to the main intoxicating ingredient in pot is legal under state law. Delta-8 has become extremely popular across the country, and the cannabis industry and state governments have grappled with its rise.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

After Roman, 33, indicated he’d like to purchase the small six-shooter, the clerk began to ask Roman a few questions, including if he possessed a medical cannabis card, pursuant to question 11e on the ATF’s 4473 form. Roman’s application was denied due to his medical use of cannabis, which is legal in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Several bills have been introduced in the state legislature, ranging from legalization to expungement, and the fight for freedom has never been more widely supported than now. 3205 ) and to send a message to your state lawmaker in urgent support of this legislation, click here. Companion bills S. 2703 and A. Companion bills S.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Cannabis consumption has become popular because people use it both for recreational and medical reasons. The laws on the legalization of cannabis are also being passed, and now several states allow people to use cannabis legally. Before using cannabis, you’ll have to buy it legally, too.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 23, 2022

In Part 1 of this two-part series, we addressed the high-level concerns that a new investor should consider in making an investment in a state legal cannabis company. In this follow up, we address some of the more nuanced issues that investors should consider before deciding to invest in a specific cannabis company.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

All eyes are on Georgia’s medical cannabis program as it continues to grow. a prominent cannabis corporation in the state. Trulieve plans to open a new medical cannabis dispensary in Evans, Georgia. The company will operate four dispensaries total across the state.

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NORML

APRIL 19, 2023

The legislation provides a temporary five-year “safe harbor” in which veterans will not be punished for state-legal cannabis use and VA doctors will be able to officially recommend medical cannabis in accordance with state laws.

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PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Legality of Mailing Cannabis, CBD, and Hemp Products Mailing Cannabis, CBD, and hemp products can be a tricky subject due to the varying legal regulations. While some states have legalized the use and distribution of Cannabis and CBD products, it is still considered illegal at the federal level.

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NORML

MARCH 13, 2020

Senate lawmakers approved legislation yesterday that seeks to regulate patients’ access to select medical cannabis products. Senators voted 22 to 11 in favor of SB 165 , which licenses dispensaries to provide qualified patients with non-herbal cannabis preparations, such as marijuana-infused tablets or pills.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 13, 2021

On March 31, 2021, New York legalized the recreational use of cannabis, enacting “ The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act.”. This new law legalizes personal possession of cannabis, home cultivation of cannabis, and allows for the expungement of certain marijuana convictions.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2021

The Colombus Dispatch writes… An effort to legalize marijuana in Ohio cleared its first hurdle Friday. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost approved revised language for a law proposed by a group called the Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol. The proposal would change state law but not the state constitution.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Consumer products law blog. Class actions against CBD companies proliferate under federal and state law. Hemp-derived CBD was legalized in 2018 under the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, or Farm Bill. Class actions against CBD companies proliferate under federal and state law. Is it worth the risk?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 23, 2022

An anti-drug legalization activist has filed a lawsuit arguing a recreational marijuana initiative petition was improperly certified by Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft and should not appear on the November ballot. Lawsuit asks judge to block marijuana legalization from appearing on Missouri ballot. Read more at .

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Veriheal

MARCH 17, 2023

Maryland and Delaware are exploring their cannabis policies, a Texas representative introduced another decriminalization bill, and New Orleans okayed cannabis-infused seltzers. Maryland and Delaware Expand Their Legalization Efforts Chesapeake Bay neighbors Delaware and Maryland are making a push for cannabis legalization.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As Missouri patients gain access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions, understanding and advocating for MMJ patient rights is of paramount importance. We’ll also explore patient rights and responsibilities within Missouri’s MMJ program and the availability of legal assistance for MMJ patients.

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NORML

JANUARY 14, 2019

Representative Lou Correa (D-CA) has introduced HR 493 : The Sensible Enforcement Of Cannabis Act, which would codify the protections that were outlined in the now-rescinded Cole Memo. Tax revenues from states like Colorado, Oregon, and Washington now exceed initial projections. Send a message in support of HR 493 now!

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Majority Leader Hoyer on Friday announced that members of the House are anticipated to hold a floor vote next week on The SAFE Banking Act (HR1595), which explicitly permits banks and other financial institutions to work directly with state-legal marijuana businesses.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 15, 2022

National parks abide by federal law and cannabis remains illegal under federal law, however cannabis containing less than 0.3 percent THC is considered technically legal. An additional note: national parks in the United States abide by their own separate regulations that may vary. Good question.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

A legislative panel assembled to study the legalization of recreational marijuana in Maryland began work last Wednesday, laying out plans to draft a referendum ballot measure for next year’s general election. Clippinger, the chair of the House Cannabis Workgroup, said at Wednesday’s virtual meeting of the panel.

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Americans for Safe Access

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

We are happy to share this brief guide to State Cannabis Laws with you. Created with the talented designers of Centennial Media this guide serves as a bite-sized version of the full analysis of state laws available on our website under: "Legal Information By State & Federal Law."

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

While cannabis legalization moves full steam ahead through much of the Northeast, the southeastern U.S. These states haven’t made major headlines for their progressive cannabis policies, but together they constitute a major market that has, nevertheless, dipped its toe in the water.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2021

As the psychedelic renaissance contributes to a swelling pool of safety and efficacy data pertaining to the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelic medicine, many localities—particularly in North America—are revising their legal frameworks. But those local governments have taken steps to deprioritize enforcing criminal penalties there.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 8, 2021

Rod Discusses Legal Challenges Facing Hemp and CBD with The CBD Guide. We discussed a number of topics, including: My first-hand experience with CBD and my path to representing businesses in the cannabis industry. Some of the biggest legal missteps CBD businesses make, and how they can be avoided. June 8, 2021.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 11, 2019

Attorney General William Barr said on Wednesday that he would prefer that Congress enact legislation allowing states to legalize marijuana instead of continuing the current approach under which a growing number of states have ended cannabis prohibition in conflict with federal law.

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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 420, my bill to legalize and responsibly regulate and tax marijuana.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 12, 2021

Listen & Subscribe: Very few medical cannabis advocates are against the full legalization of the plant for all adults. But sometimes one unintended consequence of adult-use legalization is that the market no longer caters to medical patients. And so they’re kind of getting squeezed out. Dr. Ruth Fisher. Music by Desca.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As more states legalize cannabis, companies are dealing with the absence of national trademark uniformity. Currently, there is no legal mechanism to obtain a trademark to sell cannabis across state lines. Instead, companies are limited to state-wide trademarks.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In Texas, a traditionally conservative state, the journey toward embracing medical marijuana has been marked by legal nuances and ongoing discussions. Texas Medical Marijuana Laws A Historical Perspective: Texas has historically maintained stringent stances on marijuana, both for medical and recreational use.

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