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Weekly Legislative Roundup 5/24/19

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Jared Polis (D) of Colorado signed legislation into law that allows physicians to recommend medical cannabis for any condition for which an opiate would otherwise be prescribed. The group then withdrew the measure so they can amend the language.

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Colorado Just Passed New Law to Expand Medical Marijuana Access in Schools

SpeedWeed

Under current state law, any individual school or school district can prohibit their students from using or storing medical marijuana on school grounds. The new law , which will take effect this fall, will remove that authority, effectively requiring schools to accommodate their students’ medical needs.

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MMJ Laws In Texas: Your Complete Guide

MMJ Recs

Current Texas Medical Marijuana Regulations CBD laws in Texas are governed by the Compassionate Use Program. Here’s some insight into what the program involves: Intractable Epilepsy Focus: The TCUP is highly focused, primarily catering to individuals diagnosed with one of a specific number of qualifying conditions (more on this below).

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The Legal Landscape: Understanding the Current Status of Medical Marijuana in Texas

MMJ Recs

Texas Medical Marijuana Laws A Historical Perspective: Texas has historically maintained stringent stances on marijuana, both for medical and recreational use. However, recent years have witnessed a shift in public opinion and legislative discourse, prompting the state to reevaluate its approach to medical marijuana.

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High Hopes on 4/20: The Current Status of Cannabis Laws in Texas

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

These legal guidelines/laws related to cannabis continue to be enacted, repealed, and debated in the Texas Legislature today, evidencing strong public sentiment for more accepted, legally permissible uses of cannabis and cannabis products. iv] Texas State Law Library – Cannabis and the Law – [link]. [v] 1805, 88th Leg.,

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Texas MMJ Laws and Workplace Rights: What Employees Need to Know

MMJ Recs

Overview of Texas Medical Marijuana Laws Texas medical marijuana laws govern the possession, use, and distribution of medical cannabis within the state. The Compassionate Use Act (CUA) permits the use of low-THC cannabis oil for patients with certain qualifying conditions, such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis.

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Tennessee Broadens its Medical Cannabis Program

Veriheal

In 2016, the law was once again reformed to allow up to 0.9% THC in CBD oils possessed by individuals that could show proof that they or an immediate family member had been diagnosed with intractable seizures or epilepsy and had obtained “a legal order or recommendation from the issuing state.” Sickle cell disease.