DOJ extends cannabis pardon app comment period (Newsletter: July 19, 2023)
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Maine GOP Lawmaker Who Previously Led Marijuana Ballot Campaign Discusses His Legislative Wins In First Term In Office
Maine Rep. David Boyer (R) has an interesting background for a Republican lawmaker: Before winning his election to the House last year, he led the campaign to legalize marijuana in the state as a staffer for a national cannabis reform organization. When the 34-year-old legislator reflected during an interview withContinue Reading
Justice Department Extends Public Comments Period On Marijuana Pardon Certificate Application
The Justice Department extending a public comment period concerning its marijuana pardon certification process that was established under a directive from the president last year. In a notice published in the Federal Register on Tuesday, DOJ’s Office of the Pardon Attorney said the comment window will now be open untilContinue Reading
8 Fast Facts About Hemp
Hemp has been cultivated for thousands of years for its fiber, oil and seeds. The hemp plant has a wide range of uses, including making paper, textiles, clothing, food, building materials and biofuel. Hemp is also a very sustainable crop, requiring less water and pesticides than other fiber crops. InContinue Reading
Cannabis use enhances ‘Runner’s High’ during exercise
Cannabis use enhances ‘Runner’s High’ during exercise Image Cannabis News July 18, 2023 The use of cannabis prior to running is associated with greater feelings of enjoyment and tranquility, according to data published in the journal Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research. Study participants ran an average of 3.88 miles. Participants reportedContinue Reading
Cannabis Association of New York bristles against state regulation, uneven playing field
Cannabis Association of New York bristles against state regulation, uneven playing field Image Cannabis News July 18, 2023 In advance of Wednesday’s meeting of the Cannabis Control Board, a member of CANY, the Cannabis Association of New York, told Capital Tonight that decisions by the state are hurting the veryContinue Reading
Ohio to eliminate Board of Pharmacy as Medical Marijuana regulator
Ohio to eliminate Board of Pharmacy as Medical Marijuana regulator Image Cannabis News July 18, 2023 Ohio’s medical marijuana industry is getting at least one of the regulatory reforms it’s been clamouring for. Within the state’s recently passed operating budget is a provision that requires the formation of a DivisionContinue Reading
For would-be Pot retailers, the lottery was the easy part
For would-be Pot retailers, the lottery was the easy part Image Cannabis News July 18, 2023 Martin Rasheed was surprised to learn he was among those chosen in a lottery with more than 2,200 other applicants for one of 36 new licenses to open marijuana stores in the Chicago area.Continue Reading
Celebrity power meets moderate consumption
Celebrity power meets moderate consumption Image Cannabis News July 18, 2023 As the cannabis industry continues to grow, both in terms of legalization and consumer interest, the dynamics of cannabis branding and consumption are undergoing fascinating transformations. (Benzinga) From the rise of celebrity-backed marijuana brands to the influence of medium-frequencyContinue Reading
Despite flood losses, Cannabis industry is ineligible for federal aid
Despite flood losses, Cannabis industry is ineligible for federal aid Image Cannabis News July 18, 2023 Industry associations are working to assess losses up and down the supply chain to help them make their case to state legislators for additional aid. After floods devastated Montpelier and much of the stateContinue Reading