NORML

JUNE 25, 2019

. “Today, Illinois residents and political leaders demonstrated the power of democracy in action, using the political process to achieve sensible policies that protect individual freedoms and that ensure community safety,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal.

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Veriheal

JUNE 24, 2022

Thailand left its war on drugs in the past, the Texas GOP platform raised some questions, and a new study revealed how cannabis legalization affects road safety. Though it’s now home to one of the most progressive cannabis policies on the planet , a look back at Thailand’s recent history reveals just how far the nation has come.

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NORML

MAY 9, 2019

Those without the means to defend themselves from the state bear the greatest burden and lifelong consequences of this ongoing failed federal policy. To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended. Send a message to your elected officials in support of this legislation now.

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NORML

MAY 21, 2020

“NORML is proud to have worked alongside Senator Ebbin and Delegate Herring, both longtime champions of evidence-based cannabis policy,” said NORML development director, Jenn Michelle Pedini, who also serves as the executive director of the state affiliate, Virginia NORML.

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NORML

JUNE 28, 2019

“As this nascent industry begins to grow, federal policy should strive to reduce roadblocks for those qualified entrepreneurs who have historically been the targets under the criminalization of cannabis. To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended.

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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. “This year, my focus was on program improvements to further expand both access and therapeutic value to benefit the health and well-being of all Virginians.” SCHOOL-USE.

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NORML

JANUARY 13, 2020

This Wednesday, January 15th, at 10 am EST, the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform.

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NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

It also places the safety and welfare of these business’ customers at risk, as they must carry significant amounts of cash on their persons in order to make legal purchases at retail facilities. “The banking issue is just one aspect of the failed policy of federal marijuana criminalization.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In this scenario, pilot programs for cannabis commerce might halt, but full repeal appears improbable. Germanys cannabis industry anxiously awaits Sundays election results to see whether progressive policies endure or face rollback under new leadership. With 38% of voters still undecided , the outcome remains uncertain.

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NORML

APRIL 3, 2020

By definition, medical patients are the most at risk and we should be doing everything we can to ensure their safety. Hopefully these new updates to our medical cannabis program will be implemented quickly. Columbia Care will be the first center to offer this option, hopefully in the coming weeks.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

District council members have enacted legislation — Act Number A23-0114: The Medical Marijuana Program Patient Employment Protection Temporary Amendment Act — to protect qualified patients from workplace discrimination. Council members voted 12 to zero in favor of the proposal. Mayor Muriel Bowser did not sign the measure.

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NORML

MARCH 5, 2020

A supermajority of Virginians have for many years opposed the continued criminalization of personal possession, and the legislature has finally taken action to turn public opinion into public policy,” said NORML Development Director Jenn Michelle Pedini, who also serves as the executive director of the state affiliate, Virginia NORML.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 6, 2022

Morgan Fox has worked professionally as a cannabis policy reform advocate since 2008, and he has been directly involved in dozens of state ballot initiative campaigns to establish medical and adult-use cannabis programs, among other successful campaigns at the local, state, and federal levels.

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Veriheal

MARCH 21, 2022

Cannabis companies that hire drivers to work for them—such as delivery services and goods transporters—are being advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish certain policies that can mitigate the risk of impaired driving, all the while ensuring that companies remain in alignment with state legalization laws.

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NORML

AUGUST 26, 2019

So, it shouldn’t be a huge surprise that Virginia didn’t launch a medical marijuana program until 2015, nearly two decades after California. And it took extensive, concerted efforts from marijuana law reform organizations like NORML to negotiate with Virginia’s Republican Party to get the program finally running.

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NORML

MARCH 25, 2019

Unfortunately, legislative intransigence regarding how best to create a regulatory framework has resulted in, at least for now, a continuation of the failed policy of marijuana criminalization in the Garden State.” To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

The mission of the United Cannabis Business Association is to establish a comprehensive, statewide cannabinoid policy. It is in that same spirit that UCBA has spent the last three years advocating for responsible consumable hemp policy. Such a policy includes equal safety testing requirements to protect public health.

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NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. FL resident? IN resident? NH resident?

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Americans for Safe Access

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Americans for Safe Access launched the Compassionate Candidate Campaign to provide candidates in the 468 Congressional races in the 2024 Election information on policies that will improve the lives of medical cannabis patients. ASA has recently revamped our Member Benefits Program, adding new discounts and offers for our members!

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Lynn Silver a pediatrician and director of Getting it Right from the Start – Advancing Public Health & Equity in Cannabis Policy, and Senior Advisor at the Public Health writes for CAL Matters. She focuses on policies to prevent noncommunicable disease, its risk factors and inequitable impact.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

The order states: “Employees who are not in a safety-sensitive position will be tested for drugs only upon reasonable suspicion, or after an accident or incident. This order provides clarity and guidance to employers and peace of mind to the employees who work in the District of Columbia.”

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NORML

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

2227) is bipartisan legislation that removes marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, thus decriminalizing the substance at the federal level and enabling states to set their own policies. Legislation is pending, House Bill 3960, to repeal the state’s zero tolerance per se traffic safety ban for THC and its metabolites.

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MJ Business Attorneys

APRIL 29, 2019

There is no data showing that there are pervasive health or safety issues in the cannabis industry. The cannabis industry is heavily regulated and the testing programs are unlike the public safety regulations for any commodity in the world. In Colorado, forced unionization is not allowed.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

On Wednesday, September 25th, 2019, NORML testified at the DC Council Committee on Labor and Workforce Development in support of B23-0309 , the “Medical Marijuana Program Patient Employment Protection Amendment Act of 2019”, which seeks to expand workplace protections for medical cannabis patients in the District of Columbia.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 3, 2024

It also represents the organization’s continued contribution to a conversation about health and safety not only in combat sports but in professional leagues across the globe. According to this press release, the updated anti-doping program comes after significant testing and feedback. And they’re not alone.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 30, 2021

.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Travelers Institute , the public policy division of The Travelers Companies, Inc. The webinar series, which launched in 2020, will be hosted by Joan Woodward, President of the Travelers Institute and Executive Vice President of Public Policy at Travelers. Programs include: Sept. 22 – “High Risk?

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 25, 2021

What rights do Connecticut employers have if they have a drug-free workplace policy? In the case of a job applicant, an employer can rescind an offer or a conditional job offer if an applicant tests positive for recreational marijuana so long as the employer makes the policy available to the applicant at the time of offer.

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CannaMD

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

That’s why we’re proud to offer patients up to $75 off a year with our referral program ! To review Columbia Care’s COVID-19 delivery/pick-up and safety policies, please see: Florida Dispensaries: Coronavirus Policies. Please contact dispensaries directly with any product and/or sales questions.

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Veriheal

MARCH 27, 2025

In January, a bill was introduced regarding Iowas medical cannabis program, allowing vaporized cannabis to be added to the state-approved Tetrahydrocannabinol ( THC) products list. Iowas medical cannabis program is one of the most limited throughout the country. This bill was advanced out of a House subcommittee.

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The Blunt Truth

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Last month, the Centers for Disease Control, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, issued a bulletin directed to employers with workers who drive as part of their jobs. Consult with counsel experienced with state marijuana laws in developing a new or revising an existing drug policy.

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NORML

DECEMBER 30, 2018

Pritzker’s Restorative Justice and Public Safety Committee excluding prominent advocates from minority communities, some are starting to question the committee’s commitment to addressing minority inclusion altogether. Marijuana policy should be evidence based. Dispel the myths with NORML’s Fact Sheets!

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Project CBD

JULY 28, 2023

with unknown pharmacological and safety profiles.” Producing and selling psychoactive products outside the regulatory auspices of the FDA or a state-regulated cannabis program is not ethical. ” Explain what an isomer is and why the lack of information regarding novel THC isomers is problematic. Dr. Mark A.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 20, 2022

Report shows Maine’s adult use program is ahead of pace set by other states, to serve as foundation for expansion of stakeholder outreach by OCP . The findings in this report point to policies and practices that promote and preserve public health and safety, while allowing legal businesses to compete.”.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 20, 2021

The decisions serve as important reminders to employers to ensure their drug testing policies and practices can withstand scrutiny in any jurisdiction. A requirement that employers establish an awareness program to inform employees of the dangers of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Iowa’s drug testing statute. In Dix, et al.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2019

Under a new policy announced by the Northam Administration, the Commonwealth of Virginia will soon officially authorize hemp processors to produce hemp extracts for human consumption. VDACS will soon issue, through its food safety program, rules for hemp processors to follow when producing hemp extracts. Authored By: Samuel B.

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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. CITIES WITH NEW MARIJUANA TESTING POLICIES. Exceptions were again made for safety-sensitive positions.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 9, 2021

Since that policy shift, a drug with public safety stigmas has essentially given the city some advantage on bridging funding gaps in historically underfunded priorities, and has even earned praise from the Orange County Grand Jury in a new June 3 report. Is there still a need for that much of a chunk to go to enforcement?”.

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