Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Assessment of Recreational Cannabis Dispensaries’ Compliance With Underage Access and Marketing Restrictions in California. 2 However, little is known about whether cannabis retailers comply. We assessed the compliance of RCDs with underage access and marketing restrictions in California. Research Letter. August 16, 2021.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2022

Whitney Economics has announced a partnership with cutting-edge cannabis policy firm Square Root Group, LLC to offer full-scale economic analysis and policy solutions to improve the performance of U.S. While the federal debate continues, the diversity of policy approaches across 37 legal cannabis states + D.C. Press Release.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cannabis compliance consulting firms Allay Consulting , iComply Cannabis , GMP Collective and TraceTrust today announced the formation of the Cannabis Compliance Alliance , a collaborative group created to put the cannabis industry on the same footing as mainstream business sectors. About TraceTrust.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 12, 2022

Starting April 1st, Cannabis Operators Face CEQA Compliance Requirements for State Licenses. CEQA), a complex statewide policy of environmental protection fraught with potential traps for those unversed in the law, before an operator is eligible to be awarded a cannabis state license. Tuesday, April 12, 2022. Whitney Hodges.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2024

In November 2012, Washington voters approved the production, processing, and retail sales of recreational cannabis within Washington state under what is known as Initiative 502 (“I-502”). The bill now waits for signatures and executive action to become law.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2021

“Surprisingly, many retailers didn’t understand that they collect personal information, despite the fact that all private licensed liquor and cannabis retailers collect some form of personal information from employees and customers who enter physical stores or make purchases online,” said Commissioner Michael McEvoy. THE REPORT.

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Retail Collective History Compliance 81

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 27, 2019

In February 2018, the Bureau of Cannabis Control sent Weedmaps a cease and desist letter telling the company it was breaking state law by including advertisements for unlicensed businesses. The policy change was likely influenced by an impending class-action lawsuit that was in the works by the law firm of Zuber Lawler.

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 31, 2023

This year, the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) likely will look at, to start: temporary rules it had adopted under the Governor’s clumsy tax compliance mandate; the 2023 legislative session’s new cannabis laws ; leftover business from the 2022 session; and certain COVID-era policies. The former seems more likely.

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Compliance Compliance Topical Retail 95

Canna Law Blog

MAY 22, 2023

Over the years, we’ve dealt with many, many compliance-related issues, including Notices of Proposed License Cancellation to licensee clients from OLCC. In the early days, OLCC emphasized “teaching compliance” and working with licensees who made mistakes—honestly or otherwise. But the client here was finished.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 29, 2021

DHC is pleased to announce a new Cannabis Practice Group to help cannabis retail, growers, distributors, processors, and investors navigate the new regulations associated with the law in ways that safeguard both public safety and business enterprise. Active monitoring of policy changed at all level of government. Steve Malito.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 18, 2022

The rules were necessary because Vermont’s medical cannabis statutes were repealed March 1 under state law, meaning there were no regulations to govern the program, according to in-depth reporting from the Battleboro Reformer. Read more at Heady Vermont.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

This burgeoning industry encompasses a wide range of activities, including cultivation, processing, distribution, and retail sales of medical cannabis products. The establishment of cultivation, processing, and dispensary facilities creates a diverse array of employment opportunities, spanning from agricultural roles to retail positions.

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Supply Chain Research and Development Marijuana Seed-To-Sale 105

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 11, 2022

The measure also calls on the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division , the state’s regulator of marijuana businesses, to “balance the amount of influence that the marijuana industry has” on pot-related policy and rulemaking. BILL SUMMARY. Improve Marijuana Industry Regulation. 2022 Regular Session.

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Legislation Seed-To-Sale Compliance Compliance 105

Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

of the NYS Civil Service Law. Reporting to a Program Specialist 3 (Cannabis), the Program Specialist 2 (Cannabis) positions will be responsible for overseeing and participating in inspecting, auditing, and performing a full range of compliance duties for the region assigned (Albany/Buffalo/NYC).

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 14, 2022

It is hard to imagine these new rules not resulting in downstream testing compliance requirements from retailers to processors and producers. Logically the burden of compliance would likely be shifted to them. Retails and processors may also require producers to indemnify them, even if they certify to complaint product.

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Compliance Compliance Retail Concentrates 89

Canna Law Blog

JUNE 17, 2022

It is hard to imagine these new rules not resulting in downstream testing compliance requirements by retailers to processors and producers. Because producers alone have direct control over pesticide use and avoidance procedures pre-harvest, the burden of compliance will likely be shifted to them.

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Compliance Compliance Retail Concentrates 80

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 28, 2019

The featured speakers included, Danica Hibpshman, OLCC Director of Licensing, Madeleine Cane, OLCC Marijuana Program Coordinator, Anthony Geltosky, OLCC’s only Packaging and Labeling Specialist, Sunny Summers, ODA Hemp Policy Coordinator, Marry Anne Cooper, Oregon Farm Bureau and Ken Helm, State Representative.

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Law Hemp Seed-To-Sale Policy 59

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Berger will lead the legal function and advise the board and management on all legal, business and policy matters as Shryne solidifies its position as one of America’s leading cannabis companies. Cary Berger has been named Chief Legal Officer for Shryne Group, Inc. reporting into CEO Jon Avidor. This press release features multimedia.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 20, 2021

Following closely on the heels of both New York and New Jersey enacting recreational cannabis laws, New Mexico and Virginia have enacted their own laws allowing adults to use cannabis for recreational purposes. Virginia went further by enacting the first law providing employment protections to individuals using cannabis oil.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 23, 2024

Legalization presents an opportunity to address historical injustices associated with cannabis prohibition, particularly concerning marginalized communities disproportionately affected by past enforcement policies. Additionally, legalization generates jobs in regulatory and compliance roles, such as inspectors and compliance officers.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 7, 2022

Rodriguez represents manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and suppliers in all aspects of their businesses, including federal and state licensing, tax and regulatory compliance, administrative disputes involving federal and state agencies, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial agreements. RICHMOND, Va.

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Compliance Compliance Retail Business 52

Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

They include things like: Track and Trace Compliance. Hands down one of the most common things we hear about from businesses facing inspections is questions about METRC compliance. It’s not uncommon for the agency to send notices of compliance demanding correction of METRC tagging issues within just a couple of days.

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Compliance Compliance Cultivation Cannabis 89

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 12, 2022

The Company expects this to drive significant incremental revenue growth at retail. Today, HempFusion and its family of brands are one of the select few CBD companies that stand fully prepared to meet or exceed US & global compliance standards. HempFusion’s co-founder and Chief Executive Officer.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 12, 2021

(TSX:CBD.U) (OTCQX:CBDHF) (FWB:8OO) (“HempFusion” or the “Company”), a leading health and wellness Company offering premium probiotic supplements and products containing CBD, applauds California’s Assembly Bill 45 permitting the retail sale of products containing hemp-derived extracts and CBD. Investor Relations Eric Balshin. +1

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NORML

JANUARY 18, 2019

A medical cannabis access bill was signed into law in the U.S. Legislation is pending, House Bill 5595, to permit the use, possession, cultivation, and retail sale of marijuana for adults 21 and over. Legislation is pending, House Bill 2331, to legalize the use, possession, and retail sale of cannabis for adults. Virgin Islands.

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Therapy 175

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. The pending legislation seeks to establish a regulatory framework to permit the retail sale of medical CBD products to registered patients.

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Legislation Compliance Compliance Hemp 183

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2021

Under the law, which takes effect on July 1, adults ages 21 and older may legally possess up to 1.5 We commend the Connecticut Legislature and governor for their commitment to getting this important, equity-centered legalization bill over the finish line,” said Steven Hawkins, executive director for the Marijuana Policy Project.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 13, 2022

We know that current tax policies disproportionately burden cannabis farmers and small businesses and create instability throughout the supply chain, ultimately undermining the societal benefits of a taxed and regulated market. Strengthening tax enforcement policies to increase tax compliance and collection and reduce unfair competition.

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Supply Chain Collective Retail Programs 52

Canna Law Blog

MARCH 30, 2022

Federal law still treats cannabis as a Schedule I narcotic, which means businesses have limited access to banking. The law in every state allows property owners to be held liable if their negligence causes damages to people on the premises. The reason that cannabis businesses are being hit particularly hard is not hard to fathom.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

” At a more local level, the decriminalization policy in Dayton, Ohio went into effect this week. The bill would establish a regulatory framework to permit the retail sale of medical CBD products to registered patients. Under existing law, only a handful of licensed dispensaries are permitted in the state. GA resident?

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 174

Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

However, as with any retail establishment, security is a significant concern for cannabis dispensaries. In addition to these risks, there is also the threat of regulatory compliance violations. In the event that a crime does occur, security cameras can provide valuable evidence for law enforcement.

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Dispensary Compliance Compliance Events 94

MJ Business Attorneys

MAY 29, 2018

The Supreme Court’s holding last Monday affirmed the principle that Congress does not have the power to order states to pass or refrain from passing laws. Murphy holds that state-law repeals are not pre-emptible. The federal government just cannot prescribe what shall be orthodox in marijuana policy. NCAA, et al.,

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NORML

JANUARY 11, 2019

Under existing law, only a handful of licensed dispensaries are permitted in the state. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 80, to legalize the use, possession, cultivation, and retail sale of cannabis for adults. Legislation is pending, House Bill 335, to expand access to medical cannabis in New Hampshire. KY resident? KY resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Hemp Patients 210

NORML

MARCH 15, 2019

Additionally, Representatives Charlie Crist (D-FL) and Don Young (R-AK) introduced The Fairness in Federal Drug Testing Under State Laws Act to explicitly bar federal agencies from discriminating against workers solely because of their status as a cannabis consumer, or due to testing positive for marijuana use on a workplace drug test.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 156

Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

The 15% excise tax on cannabis sales would remain, and the collection and remittance of that tax would be limited to retail sales beginning January 1, 2023. Gavin Newsom introduced proposed revisions to his 2022-2023 budget proposal, which would eliminate the cannabis cultivation tax rate beginning July 1, 2022. per ounce of flower, $3.00

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 13, 2022

In The Weeds welcomes the new year, as well as a number of new cannabis laws and policies taking effect around the country in 2022. Below is a list of state law updates to look forward to this year. 1, Montana permits retail marijuana sales for adults 21 and older. Newsworthy Highlights. Happy 2022! Montana: As of Jan.

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Dispensary Law Concentrates DEA 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. New Jersey lawmakers have come to an agreement with Governor Murphy regarding retail marijuana tax rates, settling on charging sales tax by weight as opposed to a specific percentage.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 187