Day: May 2, 2019

Study Finds Paternally Passed-Down ‘Stoner Gene’ in Rats with Human Implications

On: May 2, 2019

Pregnant women are advised not to use cannabis, an increasingly common proscription that repeats itself every few news cycles in the marijuana legalization era. The general reason why is obvious enough. It’s the same reason why a pregnant mother is advised not to smoke cigarettes and to eat well: HerContinue Reading

Utopia Shines Bright Like a THC Diamond in California

On: May 2, 2019

Making hash from 300 pounds of cannabis per day, Utopia distills the essence of cannabis, “THC diamonds,” for aficionados only. The post Utopia Shines Bright Like a THC Diamond in California appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Utopia Shines Bright Like a THC Diamond in CaliforniaContinue Reading

Is Wisconsin ‘Behind the Curve’ on Marijuana Laws?

On: May 2, 2019

The state is one of just 17 in which the possession, sale, or cultivation of cannabis in any amount can result in criminal prosecution. The post Is Wisconsin ‘Behind the Curve’ on Marijuana Laws? appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Is Wisconsin ‘Behind the Curve’ on Marijuana Laws?Continue Reading

Colorado lawmakers give final OK to bill allowing social use of marijuana

On: May 2, 2019

Colorado lawmakers have signed off on a bill to allow retail cannabis stores, hotels, restaurants and other businesses to apply for marijuana social consumption areas. House Bill 1230 moved through the Colorado Legislature after the House approved changes made in the state Senate. It now heads to Gov. Jared Polis, who isContinue Reading

AK regulators ask for public input on changes to on-site cannabis consumption rules

On: May 2, 2019

The Alaska Marijuana Control Board voted to seek public comment on tweaks to statewide rules that allow onsite use of marijuana at authorized stores. On-site consumption rules that took effect last month refer to stores in freestanding buildings, consistent with language in a statewide smoke-free workplace law, and include ventilationContinue Reading

Rhode Island rejects medical marijuana as treatment for opioid addiction

On: May 2, 2019

The Rhode Island Department of Health declined to make opioid dependency a qualifying condition for the state’s medical marijuana program – a setback to MMJ companies that might have enjoyed a boost in sales if it had seen approval. The state’s health director wrote in a decision that any debilitatingContinue Reading

Washington DC Mayor Moves to Allow Cannabis Sales

On: May 2, 2019

Expecting a congressional roadblock to be removed this year, Mayor Muriel Bowser has unveiled a plan to launch legal, adult-use cannabis sales in the District. The post Washington DC Mayor Moves to Allow Cannabis Sales appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Washington DC Mayor Moves to Allow CannabisContinue Reading

Denver Could Decriminalize Magic Mushrooms on Tuesday

On: May 2, 2019

The historic vote could open the way for other cities to rethink their policies on hallucinogens. Opponents say it’s a bad trip waiting to happen. The post Denver Could Decriminalize Magic Mushrooms on Tuesday appeared first on Leafly. Read More: Denver Could Decriminalize Magic Mushrooms on TuesdayContinue Reading

Colorado legislators OK medical cannabis as opioid alternative

On: May 2, 2019

Colorado lawmakers approved a measure that is likely to boost medical marijuana sales in the state by allowing physicians to recommend MMJ as an alternative to opioids. At the same time, the state Senate gave final passage to the so-called sunset bill that extends Colorado’s regulated marijuana programs. The billContinue Reading

Canada’s first nursery license marks ‘key point’ in cannabis industry’s development

On: May 2, 2019

Canada’s cannabis regulatory agency issued its first nursery license to Alberta-based InPlanta Biotechnology – a milestone that could lead to a more diversified selection of cannabis from a wider variety of genetics and a more competitive legal market. The new license category allows holders to produce and sell marijuana andContinue Reading

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