Feds release a redacted rescheduling notice; DEA agent fired over CBD seeks support, Speaker Johnson on marijuana, Malta cannabis licenses and KS poll
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Top Things to Know
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The Department of Health and Human Services released to the Drug Enforcement Administration a heavily redacted version of its recommendation letter for rescheduling marijuana. The information was obtained by a Freedom of Information Act Request.
Marijuana Moment has compiled an in-depth look at the cannabis stance of newly elected House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-LA. He not only opposed legalization but also voted against modest changes like banking reform and making it easier to conduct scientific research on cannabis.
A Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent, who was terminated for using CBD products which caused a positive THC result in a drug test, has started a GoFundMe page to raise funds to pay his legal fees against the DEA. He told Marijuana Moment CBD had “improved” his life as an alternative to opioids.
Malta’s Authority for the Responsible Use of Cannabis has issued the first two licenses in the European Union to non-profit associations for the legal cultivation and distribution of adult-use marijuana.
Two thirds of Kansas adults, including Republicans, Democrats and Independents, support the legalization of recreational marijuana. The survey results come as state legislators have repeatedly failed to pass modest medical cannabis legislation.
Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training is taking public testimony on Thursday regarding a proposal that would stop people from being denied the opportunity to become police officers because of prior marijuana convictions, even if they were for conduct now legal in Nevada.
Federal
A spokesperson for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said that it was up to Congress whether or not to change laws prohibiting cannabis users from owning guns.
Reo. Jamaal Bowman, a Democrat from New York, tweeted: “The War on Drugs is designed to target marginalized groups.” “Now we are putting people in prison for minor possession – that is absolutely inhumane.”
Six new co-sponsors have been added to the 92 total for the House marijuana banking legislation.
Two new co-sponsors have been added to the 26 who already support the House bill allowing Department of Veterans Affairs physicians to recommend medical cannabis.
STATES
Kentucky’s Agriculture Commissioner said that the state was “one of leading states when it comes hemp.”
The Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery of the Massachusetts legislature held an hearing on legislation that would legalize safe consumption places for illegal drugs.
Georgia pharmacies now sell medical cannabis
Nevada regulators approved conditional licences for consumption lounges and made changes to the cannabis regulations.
Washington State regulators have suspended certification of True Northwest Inc., a cannabis testing lab.
New Mexico regulators have been proactively reaching out marijuana businesses who haven’t submitted tax returns.
Colorado regulators will be holding hearings to discuss marijuana rules on Monday.
The Tennessee Medical Cannabis Commission meets on Monday.
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/ LOCAL
The mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey discussed the lawsuit filed by his city to change a policy that allows police officers to smoke marijuana when they are not on duty.
/ INTERNATIONAL
The Philippine Health Secretary said that his department is in favor of legalizing medical marijuana.
Canadian regulators expect cannabis exports will increase.
/ SCIENCE AND HEALTH
The review concluded that cannabidiol has some physiological, biochemical and psychological effects that could benefit athletes. It also stated that there is “preliminary evidence” that the drug may have anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anxiolytic properties.
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION AND ANALYSIS
The Canadian Paediatric Society released a statement stating that “given widespread medical cannabis use in Canada, pediatricians should be ready to engage in ongoing, open discussions with families about the potential benefits and risk of this drug.”
/ BUSINESS
Dama acquires Candid AI.
Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. has reported a preliminary quarterly revenue of 140 million dollars.
MediPharm Laboratories Corp. has announced that it received C$7.27 Million in gross cash proceeds as a result of a settlement agreement reached with Tilray in order to settle a claim relating to a dispute over a commercial contract.
Beckley Psytech Ltd has announced that it has dosed the first patient in its study on a novel synthesized formulation of 5-MeO DMT for treatment-resistant depression.
/ CULTURE
Snoop dogg claimed that Pharrell Williams once got high on marijuana while recording with Stevie Wonder.
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