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With hemp already federally legal, a primary policy issue is how marijuana and hemp—two varieties of the cannabis plant—would be distinguished under a federal regulatory regime. We strongly encourage participation in this important opportunity to shape federal cannabis policy. Distinction between Cannabis and Hemp Under the CAOA.
A leading California cannabis industry policy influencer, Devitt is currently Director of Regulatory Affairs at CannaCraft & March and Ash. A leading California cannabis industry policy influencer, Devitt is currently Director of Regulatory Affairs at CannaCraft & March and Ash.
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Depending on the allegations, companies must also stay attentive to federal criminal exposure if information is shared with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The initial crop of plants or seeds will likely come from outside the state. The Legal Gray Area of the Initial Grow. What happens in between?
Depending on the allegations, companies must also stay attentive to federal criminal exposure if information is shared with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The initial crop of plants or seeds will likely come from outside the state. The Legal Gray Area of the Initial Grow. What happens in between?
Depending on the allegations, companies must also stay attentive to federal criminal exposure if information is shared with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The initial crop of plants or seeds will likely come from outside the state. The Legal Gray Area of the Initial Grow. What happens in between?
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Depending on the allegations, companies must also stay attentive to federal criminal exposure if information is shared with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The initial crop of plants or seeds will likely come from outside the state. The Legal Gray Area of the Initial Grow. What happens in between?
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