Connor & Connor PLLC
JANUARY 15, 2020
On November 20, 2019, the House Judiciary Committee met to discuss, mark-up, and vote on House Resolution 3884 (H.R. 3884). [1] After debate, the Judiciary Committee voted (24-10) to move H.R. 3884 out of the committee along party lines. From here, H.R. 3884 will be considered by other committees for further debate and consideration on the portions of H.R. 3884 that pertain to those committees.
Project CBD
JANUARY 1, 2020
Cannabis is like a drugstore in one preparation. Dr. Russo fills us in on the latest advances in cannabinoid medicine - acid cannabinoids , cannabigerol , and the global CBD phenomenon.
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Leafly
JANUARY 29, 2020
Here's a list of which states authorize medical marijuana for valid, qualified patients. Each entry includes a link to the state's qualifying conditions. The post Qualifying conditions for medical marijuana by state appeared first on Leafly.
Medicinal Genomics
JANUARY 8, 2020
For years, cannabis genomics meant little more than a star on the galaxy. But thanks to a new collaborative study consisting of scientists from Medicinal Genomics, The University of Florida, Pacific Biosciences, and Minnibis, our understanding of the cannabis genome has gotten to a point where breeders can use genomic data to make informed breeding decisions about cannabinoid production, pathogen resistance, and more that will drive the genomic revolution in cannabis cultivation.
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.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
JANUARY 8, 2020
An Albuquerque-based attorney, who also serves in the state Senate, wants a judge to weigh-in on whether those on house arrest should have access to medical cannabis. The attorney and state lawmaker Jacob Candelaria, on behalf of his client Joe Montaño, filed a writ of mandamus, or a request for a ruling, in state district court, asking a judge to order Bernalillo County to allow those in custody to use medical cannabis if they are part of the state’s program.
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NORML
JANUARY 8, 2020
A proposed measure legalizing medical cannabis access in Mississippi has qualified for the 2020 ballot. Mississippi’s Secretary of State’s Office notified lawmakers on Tuesday that petitioners, Mississippians for Compassionate Care , had gathered a sufficient number of signatures to place Measure 65 before voters this November. The proposed constitutional amendment establishes a state-licensed system of dispensaries to provide cannabis products to qualifying patients.
Cannabis Life Network
JANUARY 6, 2020
We have discovered so much about cannabis over the years, but it’s vast, intricate, pharmacological map is missing many major regions. CBD dominant varieties have exploded in demand, yet the cannabinoid is still only partially understood, and there is still CBG and CBN just around the market’s corner. Now, brand new forms of THC and […].
Project CBD
JANUARY 23, 2020
Is there a doctor in the house? The Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) is ailing and needs some serious attention. The FDA has got a bad case of CBD – as in Chronic Bureaucratic Dysfunction. This affliction has been evident for some time, but the symptoms are getting worse.
Leafly
JANUARY 9, 2020
Several studies point to the effectiveness of cannabis on migraines. Read more on the studies that support it and how to dose. The post How cannabis can help with migraines appeared first on Leafly.
Puff Puff Post
JANUARY 22, 2020
“Ouch! Who put that there? It hurts!” That is what happens when you step on a Lego piece. While you say that and feel the highly unpleasant sensations in your foot, an intricate process occurs in your body. More accurately, nerve endings send electrical signals to your brain. This in turn releases painkillers called endorphins. The brain also generates processes, varying from instant and physical to long and emotional.
NORML
JANUARY 14, 2020
The New Jersey Superior Court has affirmed that an employee is eligible to have his medical marijuana costs reimbursed by his employer. Justices rejected the contention that cannabis is ineligible for reimbursement under the state’s workers’ compensation laws because it is illegal federally, opining , “Because we conclude the order does not require [employers] to possess, manufacture or distribute marijuana, but only to reimburse petitioner for his purchase of medical marijuana
Greencamp
JANUARY 29, 2020
The psychoactive – and physical properties – of THC and CBD can be a boon for people looking to get. Continue Reading. The post Marijuana and Weightlifting: Perfect Combination for Improved Focus and Muscle Growth appeared first on Greencamp.
Leafly
JANUARY 16, 2020
Virginia legislators and activities are working on 10 different bills supporting legalization and decriminalization. The post Virginia faces spate of legislation, protests supporting cannabis reform appeared first on Leafly.
NORML
JANUARY 15, 2020
Members of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health today held a legislative hearing, “ Cannabis Policies for the New Decade ,” during which they considered multiple legislative bills aimed at amending federal cannabis laws. This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee have debated issues specific to marijuana policy reform.
Cannabis Life Network
JANUARY 22, 2020
Editor’s Note: With the understanding that the current Wuhan coronavirus outbreak is related to a virus, and is therefore not treatable with antibiotics or anti-bacterials. The increase in superbug and life-threatening virus outbreaks over the last couple of decades do raise a good question towards the progression of our treatment options, and preventative measures – […].
Project CBD
JANUARY 8, 2020
How does cannabis play a role in our overall health? Project CBD speaks with Dr. Rachel Knox about “endocannabinology,” THC / CBD synergies, and whole food nutrition.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
JANUARY 16, 2020
New Mexico is one step closer to establishing sanctioned, legal areas for medical cannabis patients to use their medicine. The Department of Health’s Medical Cannabis Program held a public hearing Thursday to hear comments from the public regarding department rule changes. Those changes include higher testing standards for cannabis producers and manufacturers, reciprocity for medical cannabis patients already enrolled in a medical program in another state and consumption areas.
Leafly
JANUARY 23, 2020
Patients have rights—and responsibilities—when it comes to using medical marijuana at work. Learn how to manage weed in the Canadian workplace here. The post Weed at work: What medical cannabis patients need to know appeared first on Leafly.
Sensi Seeds
JANUARY 20, 2020
It’s illegal to possess, sell or grow cannabis in Russia. The country has the highest number of people incarcerated for drug offences in Europe (per capita), and most were imprisoned under the notorious Article 228. However, there are hints that the law may change – with the country exploring the option of importing cannabis for medical research. The post Cannabis in Russia – Laws, Use, and History appeared first on Sensi Seeds Blog.
NORML
JANUARY 28, 2020
Preliminary data*, released on request from the Pennsylvania State Police Uniform Crime Reporting System, reveals that overall arrests for marijuana possession showed a decline in 2019. In 2018 there were nearly 24,000 adults arrested for less than 30 grams of cannabis. The new data shows 19,990 adults arrested for the same offense in 2019. Chris Goldstein, a writer and regional organizer for NORML, has gathered Pa. cannabis arrest data since 2008.
Canna Law Blog
JANUARY 29, 2020
For people in the know, the cannabis industry is an unpredictable roller coaster for a number of reasons having to do with federal illegality, evolving state regulations, and market volatility. One faction of the industry that many thought would immediately take off is cannabis being grown and sold in Indian Country by Native American Tribes. And with good reason–in December 2014, the federal government announced that when it came to cannabis, it would not essentially treat Native American
Project CBD
JANUARY 3, 2020
End-of-life care is one of the less frequently discussed uses of medical cannabis. Palliative care, however, is perhaps the area of medicine that would most benefit from its clinical use.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
JANUARY 30, 2020
The state of New Mexico’s Taxation and Revenue Department could be on the hook for millions of dollars in tax refunds to medical cannabis producers after a state Court of Appeals ruling made earlier this week. In her opinion filed on Tuesday, Court of Appeals Judge Monica Zamora wrote that medical cannabis producers should be able deduct gross receipts taxes just as pharmacies do for sales of prescription drugs.
Leafly
JANUARY 31, 2020
In some states, cannabis legalization is missing an essential consumer right: the ability to closely examine and smell the product you plan to consume. The post Opinion: Let us smell the legal cannabis for sale, dammit! appeared first on Leafly.
Sensi Seeds
JANUARY 19, 2020
Prior to 1948, cannabis was widely cultivated in Japan. It was valued for its practical uses in making textiles and rope, for example, and as an integral part of religious and spiritual practices. With the introduction of the Cannabis Control Law by US officials its use, sale and growth became banned in the country. Now cannabis use is deeply frowned upon.
NORML
JANUARY 6, 2020
As first reported by Politico, the House Small Business Committee is waiving jurisdiction over the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act ( HR 3884 ), making it the second House committee in the 116th Congress to advance legislation to end federal marijuana prohibition. “With this action, the MORE Act is one step closer to becoming the first bill to end cannabis prohibition to pass the House of Representatives,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal. &
Canna Law Blog
JANUARY 22, 2020
Last week, COMPASS Pathways announced its acquisition of US Patent No 10,591,175. What does that patent cover? Psilocybin! More specifically, COMPASS has locked down “methods of treating drug-resistant depression with a psilocybin formulation.” The company is also running a phase IIb clinical trial of its patented formulation, COMP360, which we covered in a blog post back in 2018.
Project CBD
JANUARY 29, 2020
A flawed study by Harvard scientists claims that marijuana smokers get into more car accidents even when they’re not high. Stoned driving should be considered when assessing the public health impact of cannabis , but not disproportionate to the established harm.
The Fresh Toast
JANUARY 16, 2020
Medicinal cannabis rules require users to keep the weed in its original packaging while it's being transported from one place to another. . Continue reading Medical Marijuana Patients Can Get Into Trouble Without Proper Packaging at The Fresh Toast.
Leafly
JANUARY 31, 2020
Learn how to use marijuana for anxiety symptoms and discover the right dosage, strains and products for you. The post How to use cannabis for anxiety appeared first on Leafly.
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