OH marijuana legalization; NH marijuana reports; Banking guidance; NV Police recruits cannabis changes; IL sales and cognitive impact study
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Top Things to Know
Six governors sent a joint letter to President Joe Biden urging him to make sure that marijuana is rescheduled to Schedule III at the Drug Enforcement Administration by the end this year, which is less than four weeks away.
A representative from Ohio filed a marijuana law that would not make as many dramatic changes to the voter approved legalization as a separate measure which got a second Senate Hearing on Tuesday — but still criminalizes sharing cannabis among adults.
The New Hampshire commission tasked with drafting legislation to legalize the sale of marijuana through a state-controlled system issued its final report, after failing to reach consensus over THC limits, public use, home cultivation, and other issues.
The Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training has approved a proposal that will stop people from being denied the opportunity to become police officers because of prior marijuana convictions.
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) reported that retailers in the state sold a record-breaking amount of recreational marijuana in November. The retailers also sold more cannabis products in November than they have ever done since the launch.
Cannabis Industry Financial Group has published new guidelines for marijuana businesses who are looking to secure banking services.
According to a study, “medical marijuana, when prescribed as prescribed, does not negatively impact cognition.”
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“There was no evidence of impaired cognitive function” when comparing the baseline and post-treatment scores.
A lobbyist for the ACLU of Ohio wrote an op/ed criticizing the move by GOP state legislators to repeal the marijuana legalization legislation approved by voters. The ACLU of Ohio said that the legislature ignored the will of the electorate at its own risk.
Federal
In a case involving a proposed safe consumption area for illegal drugs, a federal court in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania heard oral arguments.
Sen. Jacky Rosen, (D-NV), tweeted: “Nevada is a leader when it comes to regulating legal cannabis.” We understand the impact of this industry on our economy and I am excited to see Nevada lead once again with @unlv’s first-of its-kind Cannabis Policy Institute.”
STATES
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, a Democrat from Connecticut, has made a first appointment to the Task Force on Certain Sales of Homegrown Cannabis. However, other appointments are yet to be made and it is unlikely that the panel will meet the deadline for submitting a report to legislators next month.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D), tweeted, “More that $54 million in illicit cannabis have been seized thanks to enforcement efforts by @nys_cannabis and @NYSTaxDept.” We are delivering on our commitment to crackdown on unlicensed shops who threaten health and safety.
A Massachusetts judge granted a suspended top marijuana regulator’s request to stop a meeting where the state treasurer had the option of firing her. Separately two cannabis officials have reportedly been suspended after allegations of misconduct.
Illinois regulators have adopted permanent rules allowing medical cannabis to be picked up at the curb.
Missouri regulators could be sued over a marijuana product recall.
Minnesota regulators accept applications for hemp licenses 2024.
A representative from Arkansas spoke on how the medical cannabis revenue was being used to combat food insecurity.
The Vermont Cannabis Control Board Medical Program Study Committee meets on Thursday.
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/ LOCAL
Harker Heights officials in Texas are being sued because they refused to implement a marijuana decriminalization bill that was approved by voters.
New York City officials have rejected the request of a City Councilmember to declare an emergency in public health over marijuana businesses that are not licensed.
/ INTERNATIONAL
The Grenada government intends to pass a medical cannabis law in early 2024.
Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD) tweeted: “There is much excitement over the postponed hearing of the Cannabis Act but it isn’t necessary. @dirkwiesespd & @dieschmidt reiterate: “We are in the final stretch and confident that the bill is going to be passed by the Bundestag next year.” ‘”
A Ukrainian legislator is pressing European officials to support clinical trial on MDMA-assisted treatment.
/ SCIENCE AND HEALTH
In a study on rats, “cannabis oil treatment improved dyslipidemia (improving enzymes that are involved in lipid metabolism), liver damage, hepatic statosis, and oxidative stresses.”
BUSINESS
Zenbarn Farms has acquired the Vermont assets of Curaleaf.
Green Check has launched an integration with Meadow.
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