NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

On Thursday, hundreds of Texans joined us at the Texas State Capitol to discuss marijuana policy with legislators! For this historic day, over 400 Texans registered to participate, covering all thirty-one senate districts and three-quarters of the house district. It was a beautiful representation of how important reform is for Texans. We provided a training session for our participants that covered an overview of the legislative process, review of priority legislation , what to expect from their

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Cannabis Chronicles

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

America’s cannabis companies are racing to build national brands and market their wares to mainstream consumers. There’s just one problem: It’s hard to advertise your product when the federal government considers you a drug dealer. Facebook, which like Google prohibits marijuana ads, has kicked some weed sellers off Instagram. CBS declined to air a commercial touting the benefits of medical marijuana during the Super Bowl.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Researchers are finding that bisexuals smoke more cannabis than other communities, but is there any truth to the claim? The post Reports Claim Bisexuals Smoke the Most Cannabis. Is There Any Truth to It? appeared first on Leafly.

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

What Happened When NASA Gave Spiders Marijuana? If spiders get high on marijuana, would the webs they weave become more intricate? More creative? More artistic? Or would it become a sloppy mess? The post What Happened When NASA Gave Spiders Marijuana? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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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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Puff Puff Post

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

WASHINGTON — The nation’s top health authorities agree: Teen vaping is an epidemic that now affects some 3.6 million underage users of Juul and other e-cigarettes. But no one seems to know the best way to help teenagers who may be addicted to nicotine. E-cigarettes are now the top high-risk substance used by teenagers, according to the latest U.S. figures , which show that Juul and similar products have quickly outpaced cigarettes, alcohol, marijuana and other substances that have been tracked o

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

If you (or someone you love) just got diagnosed with cancer, that’s obviously very frightening. Now here’s the good news: cannabis can help. The post A Patient’s Guide to Using Cannabis for Cancer appeared first on Leafly.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Earlier this year , the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) began seizing various cannabidiol (“CBD”) products from store shelves. These enforcement actions reflected the implementation of the agency’s position that CBD, regardless of the source from which it is derived, cannot be lawfully sold for human consumption. A few states, including states that have adopted industrial hemp pilot research programs under the 2014 Farm Bill, now seem to have embraced this FDA position by banning certain CB

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

How to Start Talking to Your Doctor About Cannabis and CBD If you feel reluctant to discuss the possible benefits you can experience from CBD or cannabis use, here is some advice on how to raise the topic and talk to your doctor. The post How to Start Talking to Your Doctor About Cannabis and CBD appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Cannabis Life Network

FEBRUARY 2, 2019

On Feb. 1, the Save Our Dispensaries protest went down at Vancouver City Hall as the city’s unlicensed dispensaries continue their fight to stay open. The crowd of dedicated cannabis activists braved the February cold and rain, getting their message out via megaphone and signs like “F**k LP’s They Just Want Money” and “It’s Legal. […]. The post Protest to Save Vancouver’s Dispensaries held at City Hall appeared first on Cannabis Life Network.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Caryophyllene is a spicy terpene—it’s the bite in freshly cracked pepper, and it’s found in cloves and cinnamon. It’s also the only cannabis terpene known to directly activate cannabinoid receptors in the body. The post What Is Caryophyllene and What Does This Cannabis Terpene Do? appeared first on Leafly.

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Canna Care Docs

FEBRUARY 2, 2019

Doug Macdonald Waltham, MA location. Doug has been an employee with Canna Care Docs for about 4 years now, has worked in our call center, many offices, and now is a regional manager for Massachusetts. 1. What were you doing before you came to Canna Care Docs? “I was working in market research, after that I went back to school for business and accounting.

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Could Hemp-Derived CBD Help Patients With Traumatic Brain Injury? One study will hopefully determine whether or not hemp-derived CBD helps traumatic brain injury patients with overall wellbeing, sleep, and more. The post Could Hemp-Derived CBD Help Patients With Traumatic Brain Injury? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

In light of the recent federal legalization of industrial hemp, Washington lawmakers are taking a hard look at the state’s hemp program. Senators Bob Hasegawa (D) of Beacon Hill, Steve Conway (D) of Tacoma, and Karen Keiser (D) of Kent recently introducing Senate Bill 5719. The stated purpose of SB 5719 is as follows: Authorize the growing of hemp as a legal, agricultural activity in this state.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Many pieces come together to create an experience at a dispensary, and when you leave, plunder in hand, every one of your senses should have been catered to. Here’s what to look for in a great shop. The post Characteristics of a Reputable Cannabis Dispensary appeared first on Leafly.

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Miss Marijuana

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Life is stressful. Everyone has demands that take from their lives and leave them feeling less than satisfied. It’s a constant struggle to stay present and fight back the fear that creeps into our lives about the future. RELATED: 10 Self-Care Tips Using Cannabis & CBD Oil (When You Need Some Serious R&R). With meditation, mindfulness, and awareness becoming so popular amongst the overwhelmed, it’s no wonder that people are starting to add cannabis to that list.

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Israeli Study Shows Marijuana May Relieve Autism Symptoms Scientists in Israel appear to have uncovered definitive proof that medical marijuana can help autistic kids deal with the worst of their symptoms and live a better quality of life. The post Israeli Study Shows Marijuana May Relieve Autism Symptoms appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

In late January, Portland hosted the Cannabis Collaborative Conference (“CCC” or “Conference”), an annual forum created by cannabis industry leaders, aimed at addressing the most pressing issues facing this emerging market. This year’s conference focused on the future of the cannabis industry. Rick Garza, Director of the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (“WLCB”), was one of the key speakers at this year’s Conference.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

About 85% of patients' reasons for using medical cannabis were supported by substantial or conclusive evidence, according to a new study published in the journal Health Affairs. The post Science Backs Most Medical Cannabis Treatment, Study Finds appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

CALIFORNIA. A California Conundrum: How to Crack Down on Illicit Sales Without Echoing the War on Drugs? A nascent industry needs protection, but so do certain neighborhoods. A California Conundrum: How to Crack Down on Illicit Sales Without Echoing the War on Drugs? COLORADO. Denver is hiring a “cannabis process navigator” to help entrepreneurs through city bureaucracy.

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

7 Marijuana Hacks For The Intermediate User These 7 marijuana hacks are designed for the intermediate cannabis enthusiast who enjoys getting high but is looking to take it up a notch: The post 7 Marijuana Hacks For The Intermediate User appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Leafwell

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

World Cancer Day has just passed and, although we have written about using cannabis for cancer (including speaking to experts such as Dr. Michael Masterman-Smith and others), there is still much to be written about. After all, there are various types of cancer, all with different causes and treatment types. For some types of cancer, current treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy are.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

A milligram saved is a milligram earned. And the THC savings pile up in dab rigs, concludes research published in Forensic Science International this month. The post The Most Efficient Way to Smoke Cannabis? Study Says Dabs appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Here’s the Table of Contents. Winter Edition 2019 – Cannabis. Topics. Board Approves Jan. 1, 2020 Effective Date for All Marijuana Products, Packaging and Labeling. Moving? . Assigning Applications by Region – Update. Did You Know… Trending Now: Use of Personal Funds and Ownership Changes. Pesticide Disclosures. Observations from the Field: Discounting Product Between Processors an Retailers.

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Why Do So Many Americans Now Support Legalizing Marijuana? In a study published this February, we examined a range of possible reasons, finding that the media likely had the greatest influence. The post Why Do So Many Americans Now Support Legalizing Marijuana? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2019

We have been skeptical of cities being involved in the licensing cannabis businesses in the past. Cannabis businesses are taxed and regulated heavily enough at the state level–why involve cities as well? We have always thought that if a city is going to be involved in the licensing process, it might as well do some good along the way. Portland, Oregon has provided one example of what a city can do with those tax funds.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Cannabis is an eager plant and will grow just about anywhere given the right conditions. Here are some tips on how to grow it if you're limited on space. The post Tips for Growing Cannabis in a Tiny Space appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2019

The Statesman reports…”Authorities who stopped the truck said it was filled with marijuana, but Big Sky Scientific LLC, which was shipping the product to Colorado, said in the lawsuit that it’s industrial hemp, which is now legal under the recently passed U.S. Farm Bill.” The report goes on to say. Big Sky wants its product returned and wants an admission of wrongdoing from the Idaho authorities, according to the Idaho Statesman.

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The Fresh Toast

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Is Cotton Mouth From Marijuana Use Actually Dangerous? Cotton mouth. A collection of research has shown that dry mouth is more prevalent as cannabis use increases, but is it dangerous? The post Is Cotton Mouth From Marijuana Use Actually Dangerous? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Medicinal Marijuana Association

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Weed maps are a valuable tool for medical marijuana users. On these websites, patients can find dispensaries, doctors, and delivery services, read and write reviews, read the latest marijuana news, and connect with other patients. With these sites, patients can easily locate and discuss medical marijuana, freely and easily. They are communities filled with a wealth of information as well as interactive maps to make locating services quick and easy.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The city’s Health Department issued warning to any business offering CBD-infused food or beverages: Ditch the CBD or face a fine of up to $650. The post NYC Cracks Down on CBD-Infused Food and Beverages appeared first on Leafly.

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