Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Since New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and Cannabis Control Board (CCB) issued and approved regulations regarding conditional retail dispensary licenses for the general public , businesses should start thinking about how they will incorporate social equity programs into their business plans. Eliminating Barriers to Entry.

Programs 52

Programs Business Supply Chain Education 52

MMJ Recs

JUNE 3, 2024

The passing of Amendment 2 in November 2018 paved the way for legal access to medical cannabis and the state’s medical marijuana program. However, prospective patients need to understand the ins and outs of the system and how to qualify for the Missouri Medical Marijuana (MMJ) program.

Programs 52

Programs Marijuana Patients Chronic Pain 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2021

Promoted culture of compliance and robust corporate security; improved voluntary incident reporting by over 135x, conducted over 35 employee training sessions related to the Company’s ESG goals, and had no regulatory infractions.

Supply Chain 98

Supply Chain Patients Consumption Events 98

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2022

One year after the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued its final rules on hemp, various states enacted their own regulatory programs. Hemp supply chain companies need qualified third-party laboratories that meticulously follow nuanced laws to ensure their products are permissible across the country.

Compliance 52

Compliance Compliance Hemp Research and Development 52

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 22, 2022

Please join Ariel Clark and Katie Podein of Clark Howell LLP, along with Veronica Perez and Anh Nguyen of Veronica Perez & Associates and Jonatan Cvetko of the United Cannabis Business Association as they take a deep dive into the new LA County cannabis program and address questions from attendees during this hour-long webinar.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Environment Compliance Compliance 52

The Blunt Truth

MARCH 18, 2020

The guidance also strengthened safety and health protocols for Registered Organizations in the Medical Marijuana Program. Encouraging businesses to institute a variety of COVID-19 planning practices for issues with ill staff, supply chain problems, and increased sanitation of facilities.

Dispensary 121

Dispensary Marijuana Supply Chain Business 121

MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

Image by James from Pixabay Medical Cannabis Supply Chain The medical cannabis supply chain encompasses all stages of production, from cultivation to distribution. A well-functioning supply chain ensures that medical marijuana products reach patients safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations.

Cultivation 52

Cultivation Supply Chain Extraction Marijuana 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

The Medical Marijuana Control Program (MMCP), pursuant to authority in Ohio Revised Code/Ohio Administrative Code 3796, is providing guidance to licensees regarding the production, distribution, and sale of medical marijuana products containing Delta-8 THC. Delta-8 THC Requirements.

THC 72

THC Supply Chain Packaging Cultivation 72

SpeedWeed

MARCH 8, 2021

Without compliance boxes checked, the operation will not be able to launch. Let’s look at Missouri’s medical marijuana (MMJ) program for example. Nearly every single state requires license holders to document compliance using seed-to-sale tracking software. Compliance. The final step in the supply chain is the sale.

Compliance 52

Compliance Compliance Business Seed-To-Sale 52

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Washington state is scrapping its contract with a third-party, marijuana seed-to-sale traceability provider in favor of a more simplified system developed in-house, a first for any state cannabis program. Compliance: Enforcement and Education division at mjenforcenr@lcb.wa.gov. September 3, 2021. Update with New MS Teams Event Link.

Seed-To-Sale 98

Seed-To-Sale Data Supply Chain Access 98

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

This milestone speaks to the success of licensees that have interacted with the Commission from the application stage, maintained compliance with our strict regulations, and contribute every day to communities across the Commonwealth.

Marijuana 100

Marijuana Seed-To-Sale Safety Data 100

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 28, 2019

To be clear, this Bill is about jobs, local wealth creation, and socio-economic benefits – most Virgin Islands’ residents that want cannabis already have a way to get it, and local residents are not the primary targets for the tax revenue generation that will fund many community programs. Let us try to set the to set the record straight.

Supply Chain 72

Supply Chain Legalization Agriculture Dispensary 72

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 4, 2021

Each location needs its own supply chain for cannabis products within that state, for example, among other considerations. Another pain point for MSOs is the fact that many banks would see their business structure as too complicated, and therefore too difficult, to ensure proper compliance as laid out by FinCEN and other agencies.

Banking 87

Banking Supply Chain Dispensary Business 87

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 29, 2021

Sustainability consulting and environmental compliance. DEI policies and integration across supply chain, vendor, recruitment, and employment practices. VS has advocated for cannabis social equity programs across the U.S. Preparation of community engagement plans, Positive Impact Plans, and Social Impact Plans (SIP).

Hemp 90

Hemp Research and Development Supply Chain Policy 90

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Launched $100 million local grant program, informed by meetings and input from 17 eligible jurisdictions, to support the transition of businesses into annual licensure by funding completion of local and environmental reviews. Below are some of DCC’s major accomplishments during its first 100 days as a state department: What we’ve done.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Programs Compliance Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 13, 2022

The Department took steps this year to deliver on the promise of consolidation, establishing regulatory reforms that streamline requirements for cannabis licensees, unifying department operations to more efficiently support the entire supply chain, centralizing complaint reporting, and enhancing access to public resources and information.

Compliance 52

Compliance Compliance Supply Chain Environment 52

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. We have heard from many of you who have said that the current cannabis tax framework is overly complex.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Collective Retail Programs 52

MMJ Recs

MARCH 20, 2024

Many dispensaries also offer additional services such as educational resources, patient consultations, and ongoing support programs to address patient concerns and enhance their overall treatment experience. Stay informed about these updates to maximize the benefits of Maryland’s medical cannabis program.

Dispensary 52

Dispensary Programs Access Patients 52

Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 11, 2019

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (“FDACS”) will oversee Florida’s hemp program. ” Hemp Extracts intended for human ingestion must come from a crop intended to be used in the food supply chain. A license from FDACS is required to cultivate hemp.

Hemp 65

Hemp CBD Extraction Food 65

Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2019

The hemp industry is up in arms over the USDA’s interim rules establishing a domestic hemp program. Producers can obtain coverage under the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) program for 2020 if they are now part of a Section 7606 state or university pilot program authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill or once a USDA-approved plan is in place.

Hemp 73

Hemp DEA CBD THC 73

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 10, 2022

Domestic Hemp Production Program at the U.S. North Carolina is one of the few states and Indian tribes to transition into a USDA-controlled hemp production program , with that transition taking effect on January 1, 2022. USDA’s Commitment to Hemp. William “Bill” Richmond, Chief of the U.S. hemp production market.

Hemp 52

Hemp Research and Development Supply Chain Data 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 16, 2022

This information is accessible to state regulators, providing the ultimate transparency to ensure regulatory compliance, help combat the illicit market, and safeguard the health and well-being of Alabama medical cannabis patients. “As Metrc now holds exclusive government contracts in every region of the U.S, including Washington, D.C.,

Seed-To-Sale 52

Seed-To-Sale Supply Chain Data Patients 52

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

– Integrated solution provides a single platform for compliance with vaccination status tracking and weekly testing requirements – STONY BROOK, N.Y. & By providing both vaccine status management and weekly COVID-19 testing, the integrated platform offers a single solution for compliance with the ETS.

Compliance 40

Compliance Compliance Research and Development Therapy 40

Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 26, 2022

The company’s intelligent UPC aims to reduce cost and increase transparency in all parts of the supply chain, from growers to brands to retailers to consumers. Cultivators and brands can use this barcode to upload and access test results and compliance certifications. Wilder Ramsey from Gron Ventures led the Series A round.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Retail Strains Indica 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

Aggregate testing results will be reported to the director of the summer camp via safeCircle’s integration with CLEARED4, the Company’s pooled surveillance testing program partner, through CLEARED4’s smartphone-based online health safety management and reporting solution. Testing will be conducted from mid-June through end-July.

Clinical Trials 63

Clinical Trials Therapy Collective Research and Development 63

SpeedWeed

MARCH 5, 2021

” Littlejohn has now been with MCBA for almost two years, first working on its federal policy program as senior policy adviser, then taking the helm as executive director this past November. PW: Why don’t we see more social equity programs in medical-only states?

Legalization 52

Legalization Supply Chain Policy Programs 52

SpeedWeed

MARCH 1, 2021

” Littlejohn has now been with MCBA for almost two years, first working on its federal policy program as senior policy adviser, then taking the helm as executive director this past November. PW: Why don’t we see more social equity programs in medical-only states?

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Policy Programs Hemp 52

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 22, 2019

Description: Prohibits folks consuming medical cannabis with the recommendation of a doctor from being denied entry or participation in programs where they would be the recipient of a donated organ. OLCC COMPLIANCE EDUCATION BULLETIN. Expect to hear more news on this soon. Bill Number: SB 2687.

Education 49

Education Legislation Programs Consumption 49

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2019

Greater acceptance of cannabis occurred in 1998 when Oregon, following California’s lead two years earlier, established a medical marijuana program. Oregon is not creating a new industry, it is converting an illegal cannabis production economy, and a loosely-regulated medical program, into a well-regulated legal market.

Legislation 61

Legislation Recreational Marijuana Policy 61

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 2, 2020

to my knowledge, there are no state-governed collection programs built into medical cannabis policy, compliance, legal or tax frameworks, or end user means of disposal. Perhaps the state of Florida could formulate a regulated education program while waiting for their hemp return to harvest. In the U.S., state to consider.

Vaping 59

Vaping Collective Research and Development Packaging 59

MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The foundational framework was laid with the establishment of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program in 2008, signalling the state’s commitment to providing legal access to cannabis for qualified patients. Job creation extends beyond traditional roles, with research, technology, and compliance positions emerging.

Marijuana 52

Marijuana Supply Chain Dispensary Research and Development 52

Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The region has been instrumental in highly regulated industries, such as alcohol and tobacco, and the only federally sanctioned cannabis grow program has operated at the University of Mississippi since the 1960s. Although several Southern states have enacted medical cannabis programs, no states have embraced recreational use of cannabis.

Law 52

Law Programs Cultivation Dispensary 52

Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Instead, presenters focused on categories of license applications that will need to be issued first to ensure the successful deployment of the program (i.e., The CRC’s focus on accepting applications pursuant to the supply chain hierarchy will help ensure a smoothly deployed state cannabis program.

Conditions 52

Conditions Business Supply Chain Cultivation 52

Otherside Farms

MAY 5, 2020

A regulatory advocate who is expert in emerging regulatory issues, including those related to cannabis, says: The key to high-risk areas and banking relationships is to have a strong compliance program and transparency. Alternative Funding Options for Pot Business Financing. Equity Funding.

Business 52

Business Banking Seed-To-Sale Compliance 52

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 28, 2022

We are witnessing the real-time creation and evolution of the relevant supply chains – locally, statewide, nationally, and globally. California has had marijuana delivery for quite a few years at this point, and these licenses carry with them very strict protocols and standards to ensure strict compliance and public safety.

Legalization 52

Legalization Supply Chain Hemp Cannabis 52

SpeedWeed

MARCH 2, 2021

” Littlejohn has now been with MCBA for almost two years, first working on its federal policy program as senior policy adviser, then taking the helm as executive director this past November. PW: Why don’t we see more social equity programs in medical-only states?

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Policy Programs Hemp 40

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 27, 2019

Franchise programs classically offer benefits of scale that sole proprietors cannot replicate, like training programs, marketing tools and the purchasing power of a larger network that can reduce overhead costs for inventory and supplies. Overarching Risks. What is an Accidental Franchise? Putting It All Together.

Supply Chain 40

Supply Chain Programs Business Retail 40