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Hawaii: Lawmakers Advance Multiple Marijuana Reform Bills

NORML

Legislation is advancing to legalize the adult use market and to facilitate the expungement of marijuana-related criminal records. The post Hawaii: Lawmakers Advance Multiple Marijuana Reform Bills appeared first on NORML.

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The (Sad) World of “420 Friendly” Dating

Veriheal

The effects of the pandemic, rapid suburbanization, and the steady decline of third spaces have made forming platonic connections — let alone romantic ones — an incredibly challenging task in 2023. It’s gotten so bad that the U.S. Surgeon General put out an advisory warning about the potential dangers of the “Epidemic of Lonliness and Isolation”. In a world where making a connection is somewhat of a small miracle, dating apps have become a necessary evil for many.

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Review: Lusty Lady by Kaviar

Illinois News Joint

As the cannabis industry matures and starts to take itself more seriously, one area that I hope never gets too “grown up” is the tendency for breeders to still have fun when naming strains. I recently chuckled when I stopped into Star Buds Burbank and spotted on the menu Lusty Lady from Kaviar. I picked up an eighth of the strain to review. Lusty Lady is a hybrid cross of Bahama Mama and Red Runtz, bred originally by Exotic Genetix.

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The Ultimate Marijuana and PTSD Guide

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Navigating the world of marijuana and PTSD is like embarking on a complex puzzle; each piece critical to unveiling the bigger picture. As you explore the benefits and risks, consider this guide your compass in the vast landscape of treatment options. With insights on strain selection, dosage specifics, and consumption methods, the path to finding what works best for you becomes clearer.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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South Carolina Bans CBD, Intoxicating Hemp Products in Extreme Crackdown

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Yet another state is cracking down on hemp-derived products, some of which have intoxicating effects, and South Carolina’s approach to food products that contain hemp is among the most extreme. Even hemp microgreens are banned while only products with hemp seeds and their derivatives will be off the hook. The.

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Scottsdale Community College Starts Marijuana Business Course

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Editors Note: This story has been updated to include information about other marijuana industry training programs. You won’t have to skip class to learn about the weed business. Scottsdale Community College is offering an 8-week online, non-credit “Introduction to the Cannabis Industry” course this spring, in the first program of.

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The Ultimate Marijuana and PTSD Guide

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Navigating the world of marijuana and PTSD is like embarking on a complex puzzle; each piece critical to unveiling the bigger picture. As you explore the benefits and risks, consider this guide your compass in the vast landscape of treatment options. With insights on strain selection, dosage specifics, and consumption methods, the path to finding what works best for you becomes clearer.

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Bill To Decriminalize Marijuana Filed In Wyoming Legislature

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

A bill to decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana has been filed in the Wyoming Legislature. You can read House Bill 204 here. It’s sponsored by Rep. Karlee Provenza [D-Albany County]. Possession of Less Than Three Ounces Would Be Punishable By A Fine The measure would make people found in.

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Cannabis and Veterinary Medicine: 7 Key Benefits for Pets

Medicinal Marijuana Association

Imagine a garden of possibilities blooming for your furry companions with the help of cannabis in veterinary medicine. From pain management to anxiety relief, the benefits for pets are vast. However, there’s more to uncover beyond the surface of these seven key advantages. Stay tuned to uncover the nuanced ways in which cannabis can positively impact the well-being of your beloved pets.

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Arizona Senate Approves Bill That Could Legalize Therapeutic Psilocybin

Veriheal

In a recent hearing, the Arizona Senate Health and Human Services Committee unanimously approved a bill that would legalize therapeutic psilocybin centers for medically supervised use. The vote passed 7-0 after a group of senators, first responders, and military members held a press conference regarding the benefits and potential of psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms , for mental health treatment.

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The Corporate Transparency Act is Here

The Blunt Truth

It’s already February, the holidays are over, and compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) is on everyone’s mind. Here’s What You Should Know About the CTA Enacted in 2021, the CTA — as the name suggests — is a law designed to increase transparency around corporate entities for purposes of combatting money laundering, tax evasion and other unlawful activity.

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New Jersey Governor Marks ‘Huge Milestone’ For State’s Marijuana Market, With Over 100 Dispensaries Now Open

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

The governor of New Jersey is marking a “huge milestone” for his state’s marijuana market as regulators announce that more than 100 medical and adult-use cannabis shops are now open across the state.

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President Biden’s Cannabis Pardons

Canna Law Blog

Similarly to many career politicians who now support criminal justice reform after decades of supporting the most unjust policing and sentencing laws, President Joe Biden has been notably lacking in keeping the pro-cannabis and criminal justice reform promises he ran on in the contentious and chaotic election that was 2020. Along with still referencing the widely disproven “gateway drug” theories, even on the campaign trail, Biden promised that federal cannabis reform would become a reality unde

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Top Benefits Of CBD Gummies

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

In the landscape of holistic health and wellness, cannabidiol (CBD) has carved a niche all its own, boasting a suite of purported benefits without the intoxicating kick of its cannabinoid cousin, THC. It’s in this burgeoning sector of the wellness market that a particular treat has begun to shine, CBD.

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Jay Elle Music Releases “No Man” – An Anthem For Women – World News Report

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

Jay Elle Music Jay Elle Music Jay Elle Music Jay Elle Music Jay Elle Music Brooklyn Artist Jay Elle Music Releases “No Man” – A Bold Anthem Empowering Women My approach to creating is not to try to make what I THINK people will like.

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Texas Original Opens New San Antonio Location, Launches Dark Chocolate Bites

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Medical cannabis leader Texas Original expands patient access with San Antonio location opening, launch of dark chocolate bites on Valentine’s Day. Source link.

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American Weed Co. is First-Ever Cannabis Brand to Headline Sponsor Major U.S. Music Festival

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–American Weed Co. announced today that it is the first-ever cannabis brand to be a headline sponsor for a major U.S. music festival. The Cali Vibes 2024 festival is a three-day event (Feb. 16-18) taking place at Marina Green Park in Long Beach, California, with scheduled performances by.

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Workshopping a retail roadmap for or CBD

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

var mantis = mantis || []; mantis.push(['display', 'load', { property: '5bbb53a2bcafb20075d8dc64' }]); Workshopping a retail roadmap for or CBD Original Author Link click here to read complete story.

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Zymöl is a New Anti-Counterfeiting Champion – World News Report

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

New Zymöl Logo 2024 Zymöl Jar Transmitting Counterfeiters Lose Money This magic phoning home deterrent damages counterfeiters. It is our responsibility at Zymöl to ensure ever Car Owner has ‘real’ factory fresh products to help care for their automotive investment.” — Laura Robinson BROOKSVILLE, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, February 14, 2024.

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BOC busts kush, marijuana-infused gummy candies at Clark port

Medical Marijuana Program Connection

By Ferdinand Patinio DANGEROUS TREAT. A Customs officer shows cannabis-infused gummy candies seized at the Port of Clark on Feb. 1, 2024. The BOC on Tuesday (Feb. 13) said authorities also intercepted 40 grams of kush (high-grade marijuana) and 10 pouches of gummy candies that were concealed inside a parcel declared.