Fed official says prohibition complicates worker’s safety; DeSantis signs ban on rec marijuana ads; MN GOP cannabis complaint; FDA wants to ban nitrous input
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Top Things to Know
New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, a Republican, signed a bill establishing a commission that will draft legislation to legalize the sale of marijuana through a state-run store system. The proposal must be submitted by December 1 for legislators to consider in 2024.
Officials with the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration have said that the ongoing prohibition of marijuana makes their job “complicated”, when it comes to ensuring worker safety in the cannabis industry.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a presidential candidate for 2024, signed a bill that was little known that banned marijuana advertisements that promote “recreational use”–a measure that could create complications if voters approve a legalization of adult-use cannabis that may be on the ballot in 2024.
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The state’s new medical cannabis law requires more stringent background checks for employees.
Minnesota Republican legislators sent another letter expressing their “disappointment” with Governor. Tim Walz and Democratic legislative leadership have been criticized for their “reluctance to address glaring flaws” in the new state marijuana legalization legislation.
The Food and Drug Administration wants to know if nitrous dioxide and other drugs are restricted by international drug control treaties.
A New York Judge issued a temporary order halting the issuance of new marijuana dispensary licences. The program favors people who have previous cannabis convictions. This is in response to a legal challenge by a group veterans, who claim they should be allowed priority licensing.
Federal
The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York has said that he will consider enforcement actions against sites where illegal drugs can be consumed safely in New York City.
STATES
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D), signed a law increasing penalties for those who “cause death to another human being through the manufacture, distribution or delivery of certain drugs, or by administering, assisting in administering, or administering them”
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, a Democrat, tweeted: “Criminalizing marijuana hasn’t been successful.” Minnesota acknowledged this and took a different direction. We legalized cannabis for adults and are expunging all nonviolent cannabis convictions.
The Colorado Office of the State Auditor released a report that concluded regulators must improve “processes to prioritize retail marijuana store inspections.”
Missouri regulators have sent out an alert regarding potential scams involving marijuana microbusiness licenses.
Massachusetts marijuana regulators have reportedly prohibited a journalist from answering questions because of his advocacy work.
Michigan regulators want to hear more about proposed rules which would allow marijuana businesses who voluntarily take part in incentive programs based on certifications to receive testing allowances.
New York regulators discussed the need for strict cannabis regulations to protect consumers.
Utah’s Medical Cannabis Establishment Licensing Board is meeting on Wednesday.
Alabama regulators will likely award licenses to medical cannabis businesses on Thursday.
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LOCAL
La Crosse’s mayor discusses the impact of marijuana decriminalization in Minnesota.
/ INTERNATIONAL
A member of the European Parliament spoke about how continent laws can be obstacles to countries that want to legalize marijuana.
The UK Court of Appeal has ruled that hemp flowers with THC levels less than 0.2 per cent are not “narcotic drugs.”
SCIENCE AND HEALTH
According to a study, “blacks have a 5% higher likelihood of living in a marijuana-legal state than whites.” The analysis also compared the number of blacks who were arrested for marijuana possession in states with varying legalities, and found that legalization decreased the arrest disparity.
ADVOCACY / OPINION, ANALYSIS & ANALYSIS
The American Psychedelic Practitioners Association (APPA) and BrainFutures have published guidelines for professional practice in psychedelic assisted therapy.
/ BUSINESS
Green Thumb Industries Inc. has reported a quarterly net income of $252.4 Million.
Verano Holdings Corp. posted quarterly net revenue at $234.1 and a loss of $13.1.
Ascend Wellness Holdings, Inc. has reported a quarterly revenue of $123 Million.
WM Technology, Inc. has reported a quarterly revenue of $50.9 Million.
Cronos Group Inc. has reported a quarterly net revenue of $19 millions and a loss of $8 million.
MMJ International Holdings has announced that it is preparing to file a lawsuit against the Drug Enforcement Administration for its failure to act on a request to grow marijuana to be used in research.
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The article NH gov approves cannabis legalization bill (Newsletter for August 9, 2023) first appeared on Marijuana Moment.
