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Attorneys General Push for Marijuana Banking Reform

NORML

. “First, threats to public safety caused by a cash-intensive business model, often the target of criminal activity, have intensified in the months since the pandemic began. Next, the presence of large cash transactions places law enforcement, tax regulators, consumers, and patients at heightened risk of exposure to the virus.

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Australia Cannabis Q&A

Canna Law Blog

Comply with relevant workplace health and safety legislation. Yesespecially in safety-sensitive industries (mining, transport, healthcare). Employers must balance workplace safety with disability discrimination laws. How should businesses handle cannabis-related workplace safety concerns? Competition Law 30.

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Philadelphia’s Restrictions on Pre-Employment Marijuana Tests Become Effective January 1, 2022

The Blunt Truth

Nevada prohibits employers from taking adverse action against applicants who test positive for marijuana, with exceptions for, among other jobs, safety-sensitive positions and motor vehicle drivers who are subject to testing under state or federal law.

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The Sale of CBD Foods Is Legal in the UK (For Now)

Canna Law Blog

Last week, the Food Standard Agency (“ FSA ”), the agency responsible for protecting public health in relation to food in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (collectively, the “UK”), cleared a path for the sale of CBD-infused food for the next 12 months. The EFSA guidance on cannabinoids strongly echoes the U.S.

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What’s Going On With Cannabis Labor Laws?

Veriheal

In the early days of industrialization, workers often faced long hours, low pay, and unsafe environments without any way to voice their concerns. Over the years, unions have used this power to secure various benefits like health insurance, pensions, and safety standards across industries. million U.S. What is Ballot Measure 119?

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Update: Cannabis Regulators Association Celebrates One Year Anniversary, Welcomes New President and State Members

Cannabis Law Report

As we collectively analyze and respond to emerging issues in the cannabis industry, we will continue to be the preeminent voice in cannabis regulatory policy.”. Lab Testing and Product Safety. Impaired Driving and Traffic Safety. Environment and Energy. Social and Economic Equity. Medical Use and Research.

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Cannabis and the Environment: Seven Significant Side-Effects April 14, 2022

Cannabis Law Report

Similar issues arise under state and federal employee safety and worker Right-to-Know laws, as employees must be educated on the chemicals present and proper handling and risk management procedures. Since growing cannabis has not always been legal, growers did not always choose pesticides that were “approvable” by EPA.