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Are CBD-Infused Alcohol Beverages Legal?

Canna Law Blog

The recent wave of crackdowns on cannabidiol (“CBD”)-infused alcohol beverages has further exacerbated public confusion regarding the legal status of the cannabis plant’s non-psychoactive compound. Cannabis is heavily regulated at the state level but unlike alcohol, it is—for the most part—strictly prohibited under federal law.

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Hemp bill could solve medical patient dilemma

Illinois News Joint

Although grow supply stores already have been openly selling seeds and clones, especially after the passing of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (Farm Bill), by law, Illinois medical patients have to purchase seeds from Illinois dispensaries. Seeds may not be given or sold to any other person.”

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Hemp-CBD Laws: Alabama

Canna Law Blog

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Each Sunday we will summarize a new state in alphabetical order. Emphasis added).

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Washington Cannabis: The Proposed Hemp Overhaul is Here

Canna Law Blog

In light of the recent federal legalization of industrial hemp, Washington lawmakers are taking a hard look at the state’s hemp program. The stated purpose of SB 5719 is as follows: Authorize the growing of hemp as a legal, agricultural activity in this state. This would no longer be an issue if SB 5719 passes.

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Should You Expect Leniency by Japanese Government in Cannabis Laws

Cannabis Law Report

But like many people you may also wonder is weed legal in Japan? While many countries are legalizing the consumption of cannabis, Japan restricted their citizens, which led to an increase the cannabis-related arrest in 2018. In facet, Japan permits the sale and consumption of CBD.

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Minnesota Legalizes Marijuana For Recreational Use

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

On May 30, 2023, Governor Tim Walz signed legislation to legalize recreational use of marijuana for persons 21 years of age and older. The bill legalizes the production and sale of marijuana flower concentrates, topical and edible products, immature cannabis plants and seeds, and hemp-derived THC products.

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Japan is Poised to Legalize Medical Marijuana

Veriheal

The people of Japan, a country renowned for its sushi cuisine scene, iconic Mount Fuji, and eye-catching cherry blossom trees, may soon have access to legal medicinal marijuana for intractable diseases. On Tuesday, January 24, several legislative bills were unveiled by the Japanese government. ‘1948 Law No.