RFK on cannabis; CA psychedelics measures withdrawn; CO Gov talks cannabis; MN task force; WI revenue; IN hearing
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Top Things to Know
Food and Drug Administration officials have written a journal article and a blog post that review the 50-year history of marijuana research by their agency and look ahead to future projects, including investigating new methods of consumption like edibles and researching lesser-known cannabinoids and Terpenes.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent presidential candidate, released a new ad campaign about his plan to use marijuana revenue to fund drug rehab centers.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, a Democrat, unveiled in his budget new marijuana revenue proposals. He said he wanted Colorado to be “at the center” of the global and national cannabis market after federal reforms.
California activists have withdrawn a ballot initiative for 2024 that would create a $5 billion agency to fund and promote research on psychedelics. This was after polls showed that voters were not in favor of the proposal.
The Minnesota Psychedelic Medicine Task Force, which is responsible for studying the medical benefits and preparing Minnesota for possible legalization of psilocybin and MDMA as well as LSD, will hold its first session on Monday.
Wisconsin Department of Revenue estimates that the state could earn nearly $170 million annually in new tax revenue if legislators passed a marijuana legalization measure introduced by the Senate minor leader.
Washington State Department of Commerce has released a plan that will spend $200 million on addressing racial and economic disparities, as well as social issues created by the drug war.
The announcement of SXSW 2024 panels shows that the conference is shifting its focus away from marijuana and towards psychedelics as marijuana becomes more mainstream.
Indiana’s Interim Study Committee on Commerce and Economic Development, a committee of the Indiana legislature, held an hearing on the potential effects of legalizing cannabis.
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity provides funding for social equity marijuana businesses. However, canopy caps and other regulations have led to only 10 craft growers operating in the state.
Federal
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, wrote an op-ed in which he decried “demonization” of addiction that he claimed is inherent in Republican criticisms of his own struggles.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA’s) adopted son has been arrested on suspicion of running a cannabis business.
Hakeem Jeffries, House Minority Leader (DNY), praised Earl Blumenauer’s (DOR) leadership on cannabis reform after he announced his retirement from Congress.
/ STATES
Ohio’s House Speaker expressed concern that the legalization of marijuana on Tuesday’s ballot may have negative effects on the economy and workforce.
On Monday, the Oklahoma House Alcohol, Tobacco and Controlled Substances Committee is hosting a presentation about marijuana consumption by children. Separately regulators have issued a recall for medical cannabis products.
On Monday, the Joint Committee on Addiction and Community Safety Response of the Oregon Legislature will meet.
A New York Assemblymember has filed a bill that would restrict the advertising of marijuana along roadside signs.
After a federal raid against growers, a Hawaii senator wants to expand the medical cannabis cultivation license.
The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled products containing delta-8 THC, Delta-10 THC and hemp-derived cannabinoids were not controlled substances.
Colorado regulators propose changes to the rules governing marijuana decontamination and advertising, tracking, and hospitality.
A new petition challenges the increase in licensing fees for medical cannabis businesses by Florida regulators.
Missouri regulators have extended waivers and variances for marijuana businesses.
Washington State regulators have seized cannabis products that they claim are not licensed.
Alaska’s Advisory Task Force on Recreational Cannabis will meet on Tuesday.
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/ LOCAL
St. Charles and St. John voters in Missouri will vote on marijuana tax measures local on Tuesday.
Officials in Akron (Ohio) are considering selling land to develop a medical marijuana development.
International
A court in Italy ruled that the decree classifying CBD as a narcotic until mid-January would be suspended.
Cannabis products that are intended for consumption as food, but not extracts, cannot be classified by Canadian regulators.
SCIENCE AND HEALTH
According to a review, “hemp plastic is 100% biodegradable and can be an alternative to synthetic plastic.”
According to a review, “psilocybin is safe and well tolerated in the literature which has examined its therapeutic potential for a variety psychiatric conditions or drug-dependence.”
/ ADVOCACY & OPINION
The Oregon League of Cities has urged lawmakers to repeal a state law that voters approved decriminalizing drugs.
The Cannabis Place and United Food and Commercial Workers Local 360 partnered to create what they claim is the U.S.’s first cannabis retail apprenticeship training course.
BUSINESS
Total Wine & More started selling THC-infused drinks in Minnesota.
MedMen Enterprises Inc. has stated that it was unable to file its financial reports on time.
Ascend Wellness Holdings LLC has settled a lawsuit brought by a former Black supervisor who claimed racial bias.
A former executive is suing Columbia Care Inc., claiming he wasn’t paid for his services.
Illinois retailers sold $138,8 million in legal recreational marijuana and $26,2 million in medical cannabis products during October.
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