Americans for Safe Access

JUNE 2, 2020

On March 23, DEA published a proposed rulemaking —“Controls to Enhance the Cultivation of Marihuana for Research in the United States”—in the Federal Register (85 FR 16292), involving who can grow cannabis in bulk for research purposes. Americans for Safe Access (ASA) submitted comments which suggested several amendments to the provisions of these regulations governing the bulk marijuana manufacturers program.

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NORML

JUNE 1, 2020

On May 25th, George Floyd was killed on camera by officers affiliated with the Minneapolis Police Department. As were many Americans, we were shocked and disheartened by this tragic and needless loss of life. As the events of the past few days have unfolded, it is clear that America is in the midst of a long overdue reckoning with itself. Since 1619, when the first ships arrived on the coast of Virginia with enslaved Africans in chains, our country has long had to struggle to address the inequal

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Leafly

JUNE 2, 2020

Why does the cannabis industry have a special duty? Because cannabis has a special history. The post Cannabis and America’s uprising: It’s time to answer the knock at the door appeared first on Leafly.

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 2, 2020

According to a new study published in the European Journal of Pain, delivering a precise doses of THC via a specialized inhaler is associated with pain mitigation in patients with neuropathy and other complex pain conditions. The study, titled Pharmacokinetics, efficacy, and safety of a novel selective-dose cannabis inhaler in patients with chronic pain: A randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial , was first published by NORML.

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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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Cannabis Life Network

JUNE 5, 2020

The laws around Marijuana vary from state to state. Although there are 17 states (see list below) where weed is still illegal, for both recreational and medical purposes, we have provided you with information on your where can get medical marijuana during COVID-19, in the states where weed is legal. List of States where Marijuana […]. The post Can you get medical Marijuana During COVID-19 in Your State?

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NORML

JUNE 3, 2020

If you haven’t read our statement on the murder of George Floyd and the intersections of marijuana criminalization and racial justice, please take a moment to do so here. As first reported by Buzzfeed News , the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is expanding its law enforcement powers so that it can better assist “to the maximum extent possible in the federal law enforcement response” to the wave of ongoing, nationwide protests that have followed the killing of Geor

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Project CBD

JUNE 10, 2020

A molecular biologist critiques claims that cannabis can prevent or treat COVID -19.

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Cannabis Life Network

JUNE 2, 2020

If you’re trying to find oils to suit your needs, it’s best to beat the confusion that is created from Cannabis-related marketing tricks and fully understand the real difference between CBD hemp oil and Hemp seed oil. So here’s a detailed analysis of CBD oil vs Hemp oil. “Hemp” Defined First off, it might be […]. The post CBD Oil vs Hemp Oil… What’s the difference?

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The Joint Blog

JUNE 7, 2020

According to a new study published by the Journal of Dietary Supplements , many cannabinoid (CBD)-infused products that are purchased over-the-counter contain far lower percentages of cannabidiol than advertised on the products’ labeling. The study, titled Content versus label claims in cannabidiol (CBD) products obtained from commercial outlets in the state of Mississippi , was first reported on by NORML.

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Leafwell

JUNE 24, 2020

Originally published at [link] You can listen to the podcast by following the above link. USE CODE “CANNBE10” FOR $10 OF YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT WITH LEAFWELL Marijuana/cannabis. From [link] There are many questions that are left unanswered when it comes to medical cannabis. “Which product should I use, and how much? Source.

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CannaMD

JUNE 2, 2020

A long-standing problem for medical marijuana patients across the nation is that while many states have loosened up restrictions on cannabis use, company policies on marijuana have remained mostly unchanged. However, medical marijuana is here to stay, and so – as advocacy groups argue: employers will have to come around sooner or later. To help move things along, many state and local governments are now enacting legislation disallowing pre-employment marijuana testing for certain types of employ

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NORML

JUNE 8, 2020

NORML leadership today sent an open letter to Nora D. Volkow, M.D., Director of the US National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), asking her to recognize the detrimental impact that racially-discriminatory marijuana law enforcement has had on the public health of communities of color. NORML’s letter was written in response to a recent blog post authored by Director Volkow in which she acknowledges, “Whites and Black/African Americans use drugs at similar rates, but it is overwhelmingly

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Leafly

JUNE 3, 2020

He’s been saying it for 20 years, long before it was cool. The post Travel legend Rick Steves: Prohibition is racist, smoking marijuana is a civil liberty appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML

JUNE 17, 2020

Today, members of the House Judiciary Committee marked up the Justice in Policing Act, which seeks to amend federal guidance over certain law enforcement activities. Many of the bill’s components are steps in a positive direction, such as banning “No-Knock” drug raids by law enforcement. This is a recommendation that many on NORML’s Legal Committee have long advocated for, as the proliferation of these raids have often led to tragic results.

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Project CBD

JUNE 15, 2020

Green Heffa Farms, in North Carolina’s Piedmont, has emerged as a national symbol of vision and success in America’s new hemp economy. As a producer of boutique, full-spectrum hemp-flower products, it has won a cachet in the industry — which is augmented, at least in more enlightened sectors, by the fact that it is Black-owned, and has an overt political consciousness.

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MedicalJane

JUNE 12, 2020

A nonprofit organization dedicated to therapeutic cannabis research and education known as the Realm of Caring Foundation, in collaboration with Johns Hopkins University, has been diligently collecting data from cannabis users and non-users alike over the past 4 years for purposes of evaluating the impact of medicinal cannabis use on patient-level health and quality of life.

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The Fresh Toast

JUNE 11, 2020

Cancer And Medical Marijuana: A Patient’s Perspective. With states all over the U.S. legalizing medical marijuana, many more cancer patients are not hesitating to ask their care teams for the plant. The post Cancer And Medical Marijuana: A Patient’s Perspective appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 18, 2020

Multiple big name Canadian cannabis companies are being taken to court in a class action lawsuit for false labeling of products about their THC and … Read More.

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Leafly

JUNE 16, 2020

Police don't merely enforce unjust laws. They help create them, protect them, and profit from them. The post Can you love cannabis and support the police? appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML

JUNE 18, 2020

On Thursday, members of the New Jersey state Assembly approved a substitute version of A1897 by a 63-10 vote, with five abstentions. As currently written, the measure decriminalizes the possession and distribution of up to two ounces of marijuana by adults — making these activities punishable by a $50 fine. Those found to be in violation of the law will no longer be arrested or saddled with a criminal record.

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Project CBD

JUNE 23, 2020

There are many ways to mitigate stress by boosting endocannabinoid tone.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 26, 2020

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. We begin with the claim that the Justice Department brought antitrust actions against cannabis companies due to Attorney General Bill Barr’s antipathy towards the industry. The state of New Jersey is contemplating decriminalization, and Montana may have cannabis on the ballot.

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CannaMD

JUNE 1, 2020

CBD is finally garnering enough scientific credibility to confirm what patients already know: The compound really works! And now, recent research out of Brazil adds one more disease to CBD’s bliss-list: autism. In the study’s own words, its results are “very promising.” Let’s take a closer look… WHAT IS AUTISM? While the word autism may bring to mind certain traits and behaviors, many people lack a clear understanding of exactly what autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 10, 2020

March 13 2020 Tulsa world reported… A Tulsa-area dispensary faces a federal lawsuit from Bank of Oklahoma alleging trademark infringement. In a Wednesday filing in … Read More.

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Leafly

JUNE 29, 2020

Discover what traits make up the best soil for cannabis, what to look for when shopping around, and explore different pre-mixed soil options. The post What’s the best soil for growing marijuana? appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML

JUNE 19, 2020

The daily use of cannabis by patients with chronic pain conditions is associated with prolonged improvements in pain management and subjects’ overall quality of life, as well as sustained reductions in the use of opioids, according to longitudinal data published in the journal Pain Medicine. A team of Canadian researchers assessed the short-term and long-term impacts of medical cannabis treatment in 751 chronic pain subjects.

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Project CBD

JUNE 24, 2020

Fungi have astonishing therapeutic properties. Several species of medicinal mushrooms strengthen immunity and promote neurogenesis, the growth of new brain cells, through molecular pathways regulated by the endocannabinoid system.

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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 23, 2020

As we previously reported , the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) issued a trademark examination guide last year, broadening the class of cannabis-related goods for which cannabis companies could register their trademarks. The examination guide explained that, because certain hemp-based products with less than 0.3% THC–including CBD–are no longer controlled substances under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), companies could apply to register trademarks in connection

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Cannabis Life Network

JUNE 19, 2020

In the world of fashion, hemp is praised for its outstanding qualities. Although it is needless to say that a lot of us haven’t made that shift in our own personal wardrobes just as yet. Why? Well, the top three reasons are based on affordability, accessibility and style. Our list here intends to pave way […]. The post 7 Stylish and Affordable Clothing Brands Made from Hemp appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 27, 2020

VT Digger (Vermont) reports. “Big John” Van Hazinga was sentenced to five years probation Friday in Burlington federal court for illegally selling marijuana out of … Read More.

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