CA psychedelics, NC medical marijuana, MD equity cannabis business assistance, MA record sales, Study on rolling better cigarettes; AL licenses and RI labor lawsuit
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Sen. John Cornyn, R-TX, said that Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Majority Leader of the Senate’s plan to pass a marijuana banking law and other legislation in the summer was “wishful-thinking” — he believes even Schumer himself doesn’t believe he will be able to accomplish it.
California Assembly Health Committee has approved a bill passed by the Senate to legalize possession psychedelics such as psilocybin DMT ibogaine mescaline. The committee also adopted an amendment that will initiate a study to establish a regulatory framework to facilitate therapeutic use of these drugs in facilitated settings.
North Carolina’s House Majority Leader said he is “very certain” that a Senate-passed bill on medical cannabis legalization will not advance in the House during this session. However, he added that legislators are likely to return to the topic next year’s brief session.
The Maryland Department of Commerce has launched a $40-million program to help marijuana social equity businesses start their operations.
Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission reports that retailers sold nearly $150 million in legal marijuana products during June, a monthly record. Since the launch of the adult-use market, Massachusetts has seen sales totaling $4.74 billion.
New research has revealed that the size of the ground marijuana flower used in joints can affect their potency and how long they last.
The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission has voted to defer the awarding medical marijuana business licences until an audit reviews how initial applications were scored.
A Rhode Island marijuana company filed a federal suit seeking to overturn the portion of state law legalizing marijuana that requires dispensaries enter into agreements for peace with their workers.
Federal
The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy has published a plan “to combat the deadly and dangerous combination of xylazine combined with fentanyl.”
The National Institute on Drug Abuse has updated its funding announcement to include studies on “responses and emerging marijuana trends, as well as topics related to shifting policy landscapes” in the research priority area.
/ STATES
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, signed a budget bill on background checks for marijuana businesses and licenses for cannabis event organizers.
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards, a Democrat, signed a bill that streamlines marijuana expungements. He had previously signed the bill.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, tweeted: “You have to be able bring people together to get things accomplished for Kentucky. That’s what I do for my whole career.” From legalized sports gambling to medical marijuana, my record proves that I will continue to deliver big results as governor.
The Minnesota Senator who sponsored the now-enacted bill legalizing marijuana discussed provisions in the new law regarding where marijuana can be grown and smoked.
A New York court dismissed a lawsuit filed to stop the opening of a marijuana dispensary in Harlem.
Washington State regulators have sent out an update on contaminants found in soil and cannabis.
Montana regulators have sent a notice about the changes in rules regarding marijuana concentrates and synthetic products.
On Wednesday, Ohio regulators are expected to consider new conditions for the use of medical cannabis.
New Mexico Cannabis Control Division is hosting a rapid hiring event on Thursday.
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/ LOCAL
New York City Police raided unlicensed cannabis businesses.
A jury awarded $191.762 to an Amsterdam, New York wastewater worker who was terminated after testing positive for cannabis as a result legal medical cannabis use.
The Washoe County Board of Commissioners in Nevada rejected a proposal to allow marijuana lounges.
Minnesota cities may consider imposing moratoriums on the marijuana business.
The Boston, Massachusetts Cannabis Board meets on Wednesday.
International
The German Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that any challenge to the constitutionality and criminalization of cannabis is inadmissible.
/ SCIENCE AND HEALTH
According to a review, “it became apparent that Cannabinol and Cannabidiol may act as novel therapeutic targets and present high potential for pharmacotherapy in” depression and Alzheimer’s disease.
According to a review, “there are evidences that CBD is beneficial as a treatment for inflammation.”
/ ADVOCACY / OPINION AND ANALYSIS
Americans for Safe Access has published a report examining the disparities between state cannabis testing programs.
BUSINESS
Club Castaway owners in Whatley (Massachusetts) are no longer focused on opening a cannabis retail outlet without a top in their strip club.
Maryland retailers sold nearly 21 million dollars worth of legal marijuana during the first week.
Arkansas dispensaries have sold medical cannabis products worth $23.4 million in June.
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