Marijuana seizures at the U.S. border jumped in the year after Canada legalized recreational cannabis. Figures provided by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) show American officers seized 2,214 kg of marijuana from travellers entering the U.S. between Nov. 1, 2018 and Oct. 31, 2019, up from just 1,259 kg over the same period […]
California Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to bring all of the state’s cannabis licensing programs under one roof, aiming to better coordinate a complicated mix of regulators. In his 2020-21 budget plan, Newsom is proposing to create a Department of Cannabis Control. It would assume licensing authority from the three existing agencies, the Bureau of Cannabis […]
All the marijuana sold in Illinois must be grown in the state, and less than two weeks into legal weed sales, customers are realizing growers’ limits. Recreational marijuana sales started off strong on Jan. 1, but within days, some of the 37 dispensaries selling weed to the public had to stop because they ran out. Many of […]
Missouri’s medical marijuana program has generated millions of dollars for state coffers in the last year, but officials do not yet know how they’ll spend the money. Under the constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana, application fees from businesses, and a 4% tax on medical marijuana sales, are supposed to go to the Department of Health […]
Medical marijuana produced more than $10 million in tax revenue for Maryland in FY 2019 – exceeding the amount of money the industry brought to state coffers during the previous two fiscal years combined, according to data provided by the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission. The latest numbers cover the period that ended on June 30, 2019. […]
The Smoke-Free Ontario Act was originally enacted for e-cigarettes, but encapsulates cannabis vapes by default. The post Why you won’t see vapes on store shelves in Ontario appeared first on Leafly.
With a legalization vote expected in November, lawmakers consider reform measures in a 3-month session that starts today. The post Arizona legislature opens with a flurry of cannabis bills appeared first on Leafly.
Ashley Schwellenbach, Leafly's new news editor, joins us to talk about cannabis censorship in tech, Illinois fallout, and deep winter hacks. The post The Roll-Up #123: No cannabis talk at the tech show appeared first on Leafly.
Throw away any street-purchased vape carts. Pen makers are cutting them with dangerous additives including Vitamin E oil. The post Vape pen lung injury: Here’s what you need to know appeared first on Leafly.
Homegrow, USA: Bessemer city council buys the Nasal Ranger to check on an increasing number of odor complaints. The post Michigan town ‘stinks,’ so officials buy a cannabis odor detector appeared first on Leafly.
Researchers just uncovered two new compounds in cannabis. One of them, THCP, may be a game-changer in understanding the plant's therapeutic potential. Find out why. The post Meet THCP and CBDP: Study reveals the identification of two new cannabinoids appeared first on Leafly.
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a bodily system that works with all other systems to maintain optimal functionality. But did you know that this vital system isn’t covered in medical school? The post Why isn’t the endocannabinoid system taught in medical schools? appeared first on Leafly.
Rhode Island's medical cannabis legislation is caught in a power struggle between the governor and legislators. The post Rhode Island governor, legislative leaders disagree over medical cannabis rules appeared first on Leafly.
Dr. Phillips Formulations are created in an FDA inspected facility, to provide consumers with safe, reliable CBD. The post CBD Spotlight: Dr. Phillips Formulations appeared first on Leafly.
Several studies point to the effectiveness of cannabis on migraines. Read more on the studies that support it and how to dose. The post How cannabis can help with migraines appeared first on Leafly.
On January 2, the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) issued non-binding guidance (“Guidance”) in which the agency explains how it intends to prioritize enforcement actions to tackle the growing increase in youth use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (“ENDS”)–more commonly and broadly referred to as “e-cigarettes”–as well as to address vaping-associated lung injuries. According to a...
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“2018 Farm Bill”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. The 2018 Farm Bill gives the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) regulatory authority over hemp...
We are heading into the first decade of scaled commercial hemp production in the United States since the 1920s. As a law firm that has been helping cannabis businesses succeed since 2010, we couldn’t be more excited. And for good reason: the recreational market is expanding. Hemp is legal. CBD and other cannabinoids are fast becoming...
On Friday, January 10, 2019, the California Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC) issued an email press release entitled, “Consolidation of California Cannabis Licensing Authorities” concerning a budget proposal released by Governor Gavin Newsom. Per the press release: Newsom intends to combine all three California cannabis agencies into one single Department of Cannabis Control by July...
Succeeding in the cannabis industry is not easy, especially in California. Complex regulation, high taxes, expensive real estate, and competition with the black market are just a handful of factors that challenge cannabis businesses. The majority of players lack sufficient reserves and agility to stay in the game. Due to the substantial upfront costs required...
In the 1990s, Howard Stern was already firmly on board with cannabis legalization. The post High Times Greats: Howard Stern On Drugs appeared first on High Times.
Plus, less contraceptives, more babies and — yikes — potentially more gonorrhea. The post People Who Live In States Where Cannabis Is Legal Have More Sex, Study Finds appeared first on High Times.
Insomnia and opioid use disorder are now listed as qualifying medical conditions. The post New Hampshire House Approves Bills To Expand Medical Marijuana Program appeared first on High Times.
With Democrats in control of Virginia's General Assembly, Gov. Ralph Northam is making his strongest push yet for decriminalizing marijuana possession. The post Governor Of Virginia Wants To Decriminalize Simple Cannabis Possession appeared first on High Times.
Don Gellers was a Passamaquoddy tribal lawyer who was convicted of marijuana possession in 1968. He died in 2014 at the age of 78. The post Maine Governor Grants Posthumous Pardon To Tribal Lawyer Convicted Of Possession appeared first on High Times.
In his annual State of the State address, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo proposed legalizing the sale of cannabis products to individuals over the age of 21. The post New York Governor Andrew Cuomo Calls For Legalization Of Recreational Cannabis appeared first on High Times.
South Africa's cannabis production could become a multi-billion dollar industry. The post Black South African Farmers Struggle To Enter Burgeoning Cannabis Market appeared first on High Times.
Senator Janice Bowling is reintroducing her bill to legalize medicinal cannabis. The post Tennessee Lawmaker Pushing—Again—For Legal Medical Marijuana appeared first on High Times.
The plan could see cannabis taking flight as soon as next month. The post Seattle-Based Marijuana Delivery Service Could Be Using Drones Soon appeared first on High Times.
Mississippians for Compassionate Care made the exciting announcement on their Facebook page. The post Mississippi Voters Will Decide Whether To Legalize Medical Marijuana appeared first on High Times.
Independent Enforcement ReviewIndependent Enforcement Review ReportFollowing the 2019 legislative session, the LCB hired an independent, respected organization (Hillard Heintze) to review and report on all aspects of our Enforcement Division’s operations, organizational structure, and management. Their report recommends modifications to our enforcement and education operations. We’ve already begun making changes and are committed to continuous […]
Independent Enforcement ReviewIndependent Enforcement Review ReportFollowing the 2019 legislative session, the LCB hired an independent, respected organization (Hillard Heintze) to review and report on all aspects of our Enforcement Division’s operations, organizational structure, and management. Their report recommends modifications to our enforcement and education operations. We’ve already begun making changes and are committed to continuous […]
OLYMPIA, WA -- The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) today issued a Board Order of Suspension for The Smoke Shop after an investigation found multiple violations of their state licenses and violations of state and federal drug laws. The suspension is for the licensee listed below: The Smoke Shop: 9817 16th Ave SW, […]
OLYMPIA, WA 12/24/19 - The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) issued an emergency suspension and revocation of marijuana retailer “Herban Legends,” License No. 420291, located at 55 Bell St. Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98121. The licensee has held a marijuana retail license since February 2016.
OLYMPIA, WA -- The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) today issued a Board Order of Suspension for three businesses who are not in compliance with the state’s recent Emergency Ban of Flavored Vapor Products. These three suspensions are the first since the state’s ban took effect on October 10, 2019. The three licensees […]
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