Leafly
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
CBD is often celebrated for its anti-inflammatory properties, but how much do we know about how it works on inflammatory conditions like IBS, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn’s disease? The post CBD for inflammation: What we know so far appeared first on Leafly.
The Fresh Toast
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Finding the right dose of a new medication can be tricky. The same is true of medical cannabis. Continue reading Why Patients Should Always Start With Microdosing Medical Marijuana at The Fresh Toast.
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NORML
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
The enactment of state-specific medical cannabis access laws is associated with a decline in workers’ compensation claims, according to data published in the journal Health Economics. A team of researchers affiliated with Temple University in Pennsylvania and the University of Cincinnati in Ohio assessed the relationship between medical marijuana legalization laws and workers’ compensation claims over a 23-year period.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
The Virginia Senate approved a bill on Tuesday to decriminalize possession of marijuana. This comes one day after the House of Delegates passed similar cannabis decriminalization legislation. Writes Marijuana Moment. The Senate version, SB 2, would make possession of up to one ounce a civil penalty punishable by a $50 fine and no jail time. Current policy stipulates that possession is punishable by a maximum $500 fine and up to 30 days in jail.
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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.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 10, 2020
Florida judges roast a legalization measure, Oregon wants to ban vaping, and Connecticut just might legalize it. The post Capitol Confidential: How cannabis laws are changing in your state this week appeared first on Leafly.
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Leafly
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Medical marijuana has a 92% favorable rating. Trump's budget would let federal prosecutors target state-legal patients. What gives? The post Why is Trump targeting medical marijuana in an election year? appeared first on Leafly.
The Joint Blog
FEBRUARY 8, 2020
Consuming cannabis is not associated with an elevated risk of coronary artery disease (heart disease) in young to middle age adults. This is based on a new study published in the journal PLOS One, and titled “Marijuana use and coronary artery disease in young adults” For the study, researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina and the University of Texas assessed the relationship between CAD and self-reported cannabis use in 1,420 subjects.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
Scottish patients suffering from chronic pain will soon get the chance to legally use medical cannabis to treat their symptoms. Sapphire Medical Clinic, which originally launched the UK’s first medical marijuana clinic in London last summer, is now opening Scotland’s first cannabis center. This new clinic, based in Aberdeen, will allow patients to visit doctors who are experienced with using medical cannabis to treat symptoms of chronic pain. “We are proud to be opening the
Leafly
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Colorado State University and Western Illinois University are poised to offer cannabis programs next fall. The post Two universities to offer cannabis degrees appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Life Network
FEBRUARY 10, 2020
KATHMANDU, Nepal — Ruling party lawmakers have proposed legalizing marijuana in Nepal, where it has been used for generations and was famed during the counterculture ’60s. Forty-six members of the ruling Communist Party of Nepal filed the proposal in Parliament to legalize the production and use of marijuana, party lawmaker Birod Khatiwada said Monday.
The Fresh Toast
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
When it comes to marijuana and anxiety, even when smoking a strain that contains a predominant amount of THC, the role of CBD is vital. Continue reading Can Cannabis Be Used To Manage Anxiety? at The Fresh Toast.
The Fresh Toast
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Heart health is directly tied to overall health and aging. Here's how CBD and marijuana could impact it. Continue reading What You Should Know About Cholesterol, Marijuana, And CBD at The Fresh Toast.
SMPL
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
President Trump proposed ending an existing policy that protects state medical marijuana programs from Justice Department interference as part of his fiscal year 2021 budget plan released on Monday. The rider, which has been renewed in appropriations legislation every year since 2014, stipulates the the Justice Department can’t use its funds to prevent states or territories “from implementing their own laws that authorize the use, distribution, possession, or cultivation of medical marijuana.”.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Los Angeles County undertook a massive expungement effort. The post Los Angeles County expunges 66,000 marijuana convictions in a day appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Life Network
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Cannabics Pharmeceuticals (OTCQB: CNBX) has conducted research focusing on the effect of certain cannabinoids fighting against cancer. The company, which pursues personalized cannabis-based medicines, found promising effects with two cannabinoids, CBC (Cannabichromene) and CBG (Cannabigerol.) When testing these cannabis compounds at their High Throughput Screening (HTS) facility in Israel, they found them to display anti-tumor […].
NORML
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
House and Senate lawmakers have passed legislation decriminalizing minor marijuana possession offenses. House Bill 972 , which passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 64 to 34, reduces penalties for offenses involving the possession of up to a half ounce of marijuana to a civil violation – punishable by a maximum $25 fine, no arrest, and no criminal record.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
A recreational cannabis legalization bill stalled in the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday, while a bill that would limit who can become a medical cannabis patient moved on. Both bills are sponsored by Sen. Jerry Ortiz y Pino, D-Albuquerque, who has pushed for legalization in various ways for a number of years. Ortiz y Pino’s legalization bill, SB 115, by far received the most debate and criticism, particularly from the committee’s chairman Sen.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 10, 2020
'Legalizing marijuana will help the poor farmers,' says the leader of the country's ruling party. The post Legal cannabis in Nepal? It could happen appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
Last week, I attended Portland’s Hemp CBD Connex , an annual event that highlights the vast potential of hemp and CBD. Of interest to me–because my practice focuses on the regulatory framework of CBD products–was a panel entitled “Weeding Through the CBD Jungle: How to Grow, Run and Be Successful.” This panel was led by two experienced industry leaders: Stuart Bennett, VP of Contract Manufacturing for Canopy Growth, and Alex Rullo, Executive VP of Strength of Hope.
NORML
FEBRUARY 8, 2020
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Members of the Las Cruces, New Mexico City Council approved a resolution supporting statewide marijuana legalization, as the legislature considers proposals to regulate the substance in the state. Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state.
The Blunt Truth
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. It was a busy week for the states, as Virginia moved towards decriminalization. The state House and Senate passed versions of a bill to decriminalize, which the governor is expected to sign. In Kentucky, support is growing for medical marijuana.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
The Source wanted to give a pre-roll to everyone who voted. Then they realized that was against the law. So they adapted. The post Las Vegas dispensary offers free joints to Nevada primary voters appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2020
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“ 2018 Farm Bill ”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. The 2018 Farm Bill gives the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) regulatory authority over hemp cultivation at the federal level.
NORML
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
2019 was a record year for marijuana reform, with more NORML chapters holding lobby days than ever before. With the 2020 legislative session already in full swing in many states, NORML chapters across the country are organizing lobby days to advocate for sensible reform policies in their state. Here’s what’s currently on the books so far: Virginia 2020 Cannabis Lobby Day.
The Fresh Toast
FEBRUARY 10, 2020
A new study found that 87% of Americans support the use of medical marijuana as a treatment option for terminally ill patients. Continue reading Does Marijuana Have A Place In Hospice? at The Fresh Toast.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
Did you know cannabis can taste like chocolate? Whether craving a sweet treat or getting ready for Valentine's Day, check out these 5 chocolatey weed strains. The post 5 cannabis strains for people who love chocolate appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Last month, two pieces of legislation were introduced to the legislature that could substantially alter Washington State’s advertising laws: HB 2350 and HB 2321. Each bill would tighten advertising restrictions for cannabis businesses, particularly with regard to advertising that could appeal to youth. Both bills were filed pre-session, and both already have moved into the Committee on Commerce and Gaming.
The NM Political Report | Medical Cannabis Program
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
With eight days left in the legislative session, passing a cannabis legalization bill is looking more and more like a long-shot. But there are three other bills related to cannabis and hemp that have been moving through committee assignments, some with little to no debate or opposition. The two cannabis legalization bills have stalled so far in both legislative chambers.
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
The owner of the UK’s first cannabis restaurant has been charged with dealing cannabis. Sammy Ben Rabah spent tens of thousands of pounds setting up Canna Kitchen in Duke Street and believed he was working within the law. But his dreams were dashed when it was raided in May last year and his stock and equipment seized for several months. The shop has shut and Mr Ben Rabah has moved to Bristol.
Leafly
FEBRUARY 13, 2020
You love strawberries as a fruit, but did you know you could love them as a weed flavor? Here are 5 cannabis strains that taste like strawberry. The post 5 cannabis strains for people who love strawberries appeared first on Leafly.
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