Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 22, 2021

The board further acknowledged that Harper’s behavior was “no different from the personal consumption of wine, beer, or other alcoholic beverages.”. “It It is a social and recreational activity that is legal and permissible in California,” the board said.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 30, 2022

Minnesota legalized food and drink containing enough THC to get some consumers high through a bill aimed at changing state law on the sale and consumption of cannabis products. Bill sponsor Rep. Edelson’s bill passed in the Legislature as part of a larger health package and was signed by Gov. Tim Walz in May.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2021

The board further acknowledged that Harper’s behavior was “no different from the personal consumption of wine, beer, or other alcoholic beverages.”. “It It is a social and recreational activity that is legal and permissible in California,” the board said.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

In the United States, medical marijuana cultivation is governed by a patchwork of state laws and regulations. Each state has its own set of rules regarding cultivation permits, plant limits, security measures, and licensing requirements. This may include testing for contaminants, dosing accuracy, and product stability.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

Dispensaries prioritize patient education, providing information on various strains, consumption methods, and dosage recommendations. Consider keeping a journal to track the effects of different strains and consumption methods. Follow dispensary guidelines regarding product handling and consumption.

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MMJ Recs

JUNE 9, 2024

Image by CQF-Avocat on Pexels West Virginia Medical Cannabis Laws West Virginia’s medical marijuana laws outline regulations regarding possession, cultivation, and consumption. This regulatory body ensures compliance with state laws and standards to maintain the safety and quality of medical cannabis products.

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NORML

JANUARY 4, 2019

Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Don Young (R-AK) re-introduced the Compassionate Access, Research Expansion and Respect States (CARERS) Act, which protects those engaged in state-lawful medical marijuana programs from federal prosecution. MA resident? Click here to email your lawmakers in support of consumer employment protections.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2021

Provisions regarding lawful possession go into effect July 1, 2021, but the provisions affecting employers will take effect next year on July 1, 2022. The drug testing provisions of the law do not apply to employers who are required to conduct drug testing pursuant to: (1) U.S. Provisions Affecting Employers.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 14, 2024

Moreover, dispensaries must implement robust security measures to prevent theft and ensure patient safety. Additionally, dispensaries are obligated to maintain accurate records of inventory and sales to remain compliant with state regulations.

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MMJ Recs

MAY 9, 2024

Understanding State Laws: While medical marijuana is legal in many states, the specific regulations governing its use can vary widely. Exploring Different Consumption Methods: Medical marijuana comes in various forms, including flowers, concentrates, edibles, tinctures, and topicals.

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NORML

MAY 3, 2019

Governor Larry Hogan (R) of Maryland also signed industrial hemp production legislation into law. At a more local level, members of Las Vegas, Nevada’s city council approved legislation to allow cannabis consumption lounges. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of social consumption sites. AL resident?

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

As we previously explained , alcoholic beverages are regulated by federal and state laws. Cannabis is heavily regulated at the state level but unlike alcohol, it is—for the most part—strictly prohibited under federal law. Pre-Manufactured Alcohol Beverages Infused with Hemp.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 4, 2021

New York has a law barring employers from any discrimination against employees for various lawful activities performed outside the job, which include political activities (like running for office or campaigning on behalf of a candidate), recreational activities, and the consumption of certain legal products. That’s a mouthful!”

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2020

This measure prohibits employers from arbitrarily discriminating against employees who legally consume medical cannabis off-the-job in accordance with state law. Legislation is pending to allow licensed on-site cannabis consumption. Legislation is pending to allow licensed on-site cannabis consumption. Update : H.

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PrestoDoctor

JANUARY 15, 2024

Purchasing cannabis from a dispensary ensures that what you are buying is accurate to the label and tested for safety. Moreover, you could be buying something unsafe for consumption. Possessing the card ensures that individuals are abiding by state laws regarding the possession and consumption of medical marijuana.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 1, 2021

Since Delta-8-THC is extracted from hemp, and is not identical to Delta-9-THC, these products are technically legal under most state laws – for now. Even in states where weed is legal, Delta-8 products are not covered under existing cannabis regulations. At present, no final decisions have been made. View original article.

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NORML

JANUARY 25, 2020

At a more local level, city council members in Springfield, Illinois approved the state’s first marijuana consumption space. Update : HB 1663 is scheduled for a public hearing and executive session in the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee on 2/5/20 beginning at 10am. NH resident? NH resident? NH resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 31, 2019

In deferring to the FDA’s position on CBD, CDPH noted that until the FDA rules that industrial hemp-derived CBD oil and CBD products can be used as a food, or California makes a determination that they are safe to use for human and animal consumption, CBD products are not an approved food, food ingredient, food additive, or dietary supplement.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 6, 2019

In deferring to the FDA’s position on CBD, CDPH noted that until the FDA rules that industrial hemp-derived CBD oil and CBD products can be used as a food, or California makes a determination that they are safe to use for human and animal consumption, CBD products are not an approved food, food ingredient, food additive, or dietary supplement.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

Ordinance Repealing the Cannabis Consumption Pilot Program. Ordinance Repealing the Cannabis Consumption Pilot Program. In November 2016, Denver voters approved Initiative 300 (“I-300”) to give businesses the ability to apply for a license to allow for adult marijuana consumption in designated areas. and 7:00 a.m.; (2)

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The Blunt Truth

MAY 21, 2019

In states that legalize recreational marijuana, employers and drug testing services have seen significant increases in positivity rates for marijuana metabolites. Wider marijuana use will require employers to take action to ensure safe work environments for their employees, especially in safety sensitive settings.

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MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The Compassionate Use Act of 1996, also known as Proposition 215, was the first step towards legalizing medical marijuana in the state. In 2016, the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA) was introduced to regulate the industry further. Your MMJ doctor will assess your condition and provide a recommendation if you qualify.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

If an employee goes to work high, that creates serious safety concerns. This idea is similar to the generally accepted idea that employers need not tolerate employees working while intoxicated from alcohol consumption, which is legal. Blood alcohol tests have generally been accepted to measure impairment from alcohol consumption.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 20, 2022

Applicable law: The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 19852 (NDPS), Drugs and Cosmetics Act,1940 (DCA), excise laws and cannabis specific state laws apply. The regulator: The excise department of respective states are responsible to issue licenses for cultivation, possession and use of cannabis.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Second, Health and Safety Code section 11362.1 (“H&S 11362.1”) is the code section that came about after Prop 64 was passed. [v] v] Subject to certain exceptions, this section states that it is legal for an adult over age 21 to possess up to 28.5 states “laws pertaining to the smoking or ingesting” without mentioning possession.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

Instead, adult-use dispensaries in the state are proving the system works by checking IDs as required by state law. The study , entitled “What is the likelihood that underage youth can obtain marijuana from licensed recreational marijuana outlets in California, a state where recreational marijuana is legal?”

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 24, 2019

The reference to being “adulterated” came from state law which was not even the basis for the FAQs. Not only would the bill conclude that Hemp CBD foods and beverages are not adulterated, but it would also find that foods and beverages containing industrial hemp or Hemp CBD are safe for human and animal consumption.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 13, 2019

Other CBD products, however, are still subject to various state law regulations as well as the U.S. Currently, the FDA treats CBD products aimed at human or animal consumption as drugs and therefore they cannot be distributed without prior approval or a rulemaking exception (more on this below). 726) in March of 2019.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Cannabis consumption must occur in designated areas of the premises and each enclosed portion of the premises must meet specified ventilation requirements in addition to satisfying existing state and local building codes. SB 639 AND HB 2233. Hemp has been the talk of the town and the 2019 Legislative Session alike.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

The first person to investigate the purported effects of cannabis consumption was Fiorello H. In 1944, the La Guardia Committee report studying the issue of cannabis consumption in New York was released. Essential Requirements for Marijuana Consumption in New York . Marijuana legislation main driving forces. billion in revenue.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 2, 2023

With an extensive network of medical marijuana dispensaries, along with well-defined regulations and procedures, the Golden State continues to lead the way in providing relief to those in need. These dispensaries prioritize patient education and safety, providing a professional and comfortable experience for all visitors.

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MMJ Recs

JULY 3, 2024

This variability can pose challenges for medical marijuana patients seeking consistent access to safe and effective CBD products, as well as for businesses aiming to comply with a patchwork of state laws. Medical marijuana patients need to prioritize safety, dosage accuracy, and adherence to state and legal regulations.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 15, 2022

The alleged violations involve “pervasive irregularities” that prevented regulators from evaluating whether products from the licensees’ cultivation facilities were properly tested for quality and safety, security camera outages that were not reported to regulators, and improper use of pesticides on their products.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2020

1 deadline to train managers and employees under a new compliance and safety program that is the first of its kind in the nation. The state’s Responsible Vendor Training Program is designed to support licensee compliance and enhance the safety of customers and employees. Seed-to-sale tracking compliance. Read the full article.

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The Joint Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

However, the legality of delta-8 THC becomes more nuanced when considering state laws. As of April 2023, 24 states, including Washington DC, have unintentionally legalized hemp-derived intoxicants, including delta-8 THC, by updating their controlled substance laws to reflect the changes in the 2018 farm bill.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

We depend on a good relationship with law enforcement. She added, “Here, we are faced with the challenge of balancing public safety concerns like robberies, which the use of body cameras are intended to deter, with individual privacy.”. Social Consumption Pilot Program. Policy changes include: New Licenses.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 19, 2022

FDA states it has serious safety concerns with delta-8 THC. FDA states it has received 104 reports of adverse events in patients who consumed delta-8 THC products between December 1, 2020 and February 28, 2022. FDA considers delta-8 THC to pose serious health and safety risks. meat, milk, and eggs).

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