NORML

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed legislation into law this week permitting the production of industrial hemp in accordance with the new federal regulations. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation.

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NORML

JUNE 7, 2019

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor John Bel Edwards (D) of Louisiana signed legislation into law to allow the production of industrial hemp and hemp-derived CBD products. Send a message to your federal lawmakers in support of this important legislation. California.

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NORML

JUNE 15, 2020

“This is common sense legislation that provides physicians, not lawmakers, the ability and discretion to decide what treatment options are best for their patients.". The post Louisiana: Governor Signs Bills Into Law Facilitating Expanded Cannabis Access for Patients appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

JULY 1, 2019

Three new laws intended to expand patient access to and the therapeutic value of Virginia’s medical cannabis program take effect July 1, 2019. “These bills help ensure that all patients are able to obtain and use the necessary therapeutic doses of their cannabis medicines regardless of location or physical ability.”

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NORML

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

This year, we can and must succeed in passing this essential legislation and protecting the rights of veterans to access medical treatment and serving those who served us. Once enacted, veterans will be able to access medical marijuana treatment without the added challenge of accessing a private, non-VA physician. Barbara Lee.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

law—specifically, the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999—for a total of 225 days. Without new emergency legislation or more permanent action, the program expansion will expire on Feb. Lawmakers’ goal behind both pieces of emergency legislation has been to encourage participation in D.C.’s

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NORML

JANUARY 9, 2019

First founded in 2017, the Caucus has been a pivotal element in our ability to build broad bipartisan support for legislation that would address every aspect of reform, from ending criminalization to research to veterans healthcare. A longtime champion of reform efforts, Rep. A longtime supporter of reform efforts himself, Rep.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Puerto Rico’s Governor has signed legislation into law protecting qualified medical cannabis patients from workplace discrimination. The legislation amends Puerto Rico’s medical marijuana access law so that registered patients are now classified as members of a protected class under the US territory’s employment protection laws.

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

” “I’m pleased to join Representative Crist in introducing this legislation today. As a Co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus I remain committed to promoting this bill as well as other legislation to protect individuals and reform our federal cannabis laws.”

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Veriheal

AUGUST 22, 2023

States legalizing recreational cannabis are seeing an unexpected and significant decrease in mental health treatment admissions. The data revealed that shortly after the adoption of recreational marijuana laws, states began to see fewer admissions to treatment centers for mental illness. It intensifies as time progresses.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

By the end of 2018 there were almost 60,000 patients, and nearly $100 million had been taken in the first year of sales. It is projected that there will soon be over 200,000 registered medical marijuana patients in Maryland. LaPrade Medical Marijuana Commission legislation. The program continues to grow in popularity.

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Veriheal

MAY 26, 2022

Patients around the world are in need of natural, alternative medical solutions, and Realm of Caring (RoC) is on a mission to serve them. RoC also works to increase patients’ access to medical cannabis by helping U.S. states pass relevant legislation and educating doctors about the power of cannabis medicine.

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CannaMD

AUGUST 6, 2020

Cancer symptoms don’t stop when patients cross state lines. Yet, patients with a medical marijuana card authorized by another state are currently prohibited from using medical marijuana while visiting Florida – one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Click to Sign Petition. PROBLEM IN PRACTICE.

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Cannabis Info

MARCH 2, 2019

Marijuana as a treatment for epilepsy. Medical cannabis is showing great potential in the treatment of epilepsy. Epilepsy is usually diagnosed after patients have experienced a series of seizures. CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT. Treatment includes surgery and nutritional and lifestyle changes.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 13, 2020

Full Press Release: Kentucky legislators will soon have a floor vote on whether to advance the study of cannabis use for medical treatment. It’s critical researchers and prescribers know what the indications are … and most of all, that patients get what they think they are getting.”.

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NORML

MARCH 13, 2019

Individuals in public housing can face expulsion if they consume on the property, which is problematic from a liberty perspective, but an even more dire concern for patients who are utilizing marijuana as an effective treatment for a debilitating illness.” ”

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 18, 2021

Among the many changes that this new legislation brought were amendments to and expansion of New York’s lawful off-duty conduct law to protect cannabis use by employees when they are not on the job. The Hall Act expressly does not allow for the use of cannabis products that are smoked or vaped, baked goods, or candies. Connecticut.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2021

A citizens’ association called the Initiative to Change the Cannabis Legislation, IRKA, says that at least 20 of its members have been given jail sentences for using cannabis for medical purposes, and thousands more have been convicted of possession of a small amount of the plant for personal recreational use.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2021

The legislation seeks to prohibit retaliation for the positive result of a doping test for which the employee or candidate for employment has a medical prescription or legal authorization. Thus, the Government of Puerto Rico provided the first legislative framework to regulate and allow the use of medicinal cannabis.

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CannaTech

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

The acceptance of medical cannabis by clinicians, researchers and government bodies is fairly universal, and patients have benefited from widespread access to full-spectrum cannabis in flower and oil form. Israel’s approach to cannabis has contributed to reducing stigma and increasing access for patients around the world.

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Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

If passed, vaporizable dried raw cannabis would be included with the products available to Iowas medical patients. Companies & Iowa Patients Are Hopeful For Change Lucas Nelson, president of MedPharm Iowa, owns and operates Bud & Marys Cannabis in the state. Theres a patient who visits us from just outside of Ottumwa.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

The FDA designated Psilocybin (the main component of Magic Mushrooms) as a Breakthrough Therapy for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder. Many of the purposes cited in the proposed legislative language mirror the concerns of former U.S. There is a possibility for local jurisdictions to “opt out.”.

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MedicalJane

JUNE 29, 2018

At the time of this article’s publishing, thirty states and the District of Columbia have enacted legislation permitting use of medical cannabis. You will find that the requirements for becoming a legal medical cannabis patient vary from state to state, especially with regard to qualifying conditions. Check it out here.

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CannaMD

MARCH 8, 2020

As one of Florida’s largest networks of medical marijuana doctors , CannaMD constantly meets patients concerned about the state and federal conflict regarding medical marijuana – and what this conflict means when it comes to purchasing firearms and applying for a concealed weapons permit. The Basics. Translation?

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Veriheal

JUNE 29, 2021

This Act permits individuals that have been diagnosed with life-threatening conditions or diseases that have exhausted all other approved treatment and therapeutic options that are also unable to participate in clinical trials the ability to access certain treatments that would otherwise be unapproved for access. A Push by Patients.

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CannaMD

MARCH 8, 2021

If you’re a Florida medical marijuana patient, chances are you’ve heard of House Bill 1455 – a proposed bill making its rounds through the state legislature as we speak. But, behind the outrage, lies a larger conversation regarding free speech, fair pricing, and the sanctity of the physician-patient relationship.

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The Cannigma

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Patients are often left to their own devices when looking into cannabis and cancer, given the lack of clinical evidence, and stigma surrounding the use of the plant as medicine. 7 The use of cannabis as a cancer treatment was popularized by Rick Simpson, a medical cannabis advocate. 1 So can cannabis cure cancer? The answer: Maybe!

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Canna Care Docs

AUGUST 9, 2022

Thanks to a new Virginia law that went into effect on July 1, the registration process for medical cannabis patients is now quicker and less of a burden. The new legislation signed this year, House Bill 933, eliminates the need for the latter. This new change provides much needed relief for Virginia medical cannabis patients.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

In recent years, the landscape of medical marijuana laws has evolved, presenting new opportunities and challenges for patients, healthcare providers, and industry stakeholders. Understanding these regulations is crucial for patients, caregivers, and dispensaries alike to ensure compliance with the law.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 14, 2021

A New York lawmaker on Monday introduced a bill to legalize psilocybin mushrooms for medical purposes and establish facilities where the psychedelic could be grown and administered to patients.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The evolution from stigma to acceptance has been a journey marked by changing perceptions, legislative shifts, and a growing understanding of the therapeutic potential of cannabis. Scientific research, patient testimonials, and a broader understanding of the plant’s medicinal properties have fundamentally altered public views.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 4, 2022

Connecticut lawmakers sent the governor a large-scale budget bill on Tuesday that includes provisions to set the state up to provide certain patients with access to psychedelic-assisted treatment using substances like MDMA and psilocybin. The language largely mirrors a standalone bill that moved through committee earlier this session.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As Missouri patients gain access to medical cannabis for various qualifying conditions, understanding and advocating for MMJ patient rights is of paramount importance. We’ll also explore patient rights and responsibilities within Missouri’s MMJ program and the availability of legal assistance for MMJ patients.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This guide aims to provide an in-depth exploration of medical marijuana laws in the USA, offering insights into the regulations, the legal status of medical marijuana, the differences between federal and state laws, patient rights, dispensary regulations, and much more. Patients can possess up to one ounce of usable marijuana.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed anti-discrimination legislation today, Assembly Bill 1954 , prohibiting physicians and surgeons from automatically denying either treatments or medications to patients solely because they consume medical cannabis or because they have tested a positive for THC on a drug screen.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

As the state continues to navigate the complexities of legalization, patients, dispensaries, and the cannabis industry are witnessing significant changes. Dispensaries serve as the primary access point for patients seeking medical marijuana products. Medications, lifestyle modifications, and surgery may be recommended in severe cases.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 14, 2021

SB 711 would make medical marijuana available to “qualified patients” with a physician’s written certification. SB 711 recognizes that “modern medical research has found that cannabis and cannabinoid compounds are effective at alleviating pain, nausea, and other symptoms associated with several debilitating medical conditions.”.

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