FDA/FTC warnings about delta-8; Maryland cannabis sales statistics; Booker’s “two-tiered drug laws”; Denver cannabis report, Media softball league CBD sponsors
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Top Things to Know
Ohio activists have submitted what they claim are more than enough valid signatures for a legalization of marijuana initiative to be placed on the ballot in November.
The Food and Drug Administration and Federal Trade Commission have teamed up and sent letters to six companies warning them that they are selling illegal “copycat” Delta-8 THC products, which are packaged in a way that is misleading to mimic popular brands such as Doritos and Cheetos.
Sen. Cory Booker, (D-NJ), when asked about Hunter Biden’s plea agreement over allegations that he lied about drug use while purchasing a firearm, slammed a “two-tier” system where low-income Americans were punished for marijuana but the privileged went free.
Maryland Cannabis Administration reports that recreational sales began on Saturday, and retailers sold $10.4million worth of legal marijuana over the holiday weekend of the Fourth of Independence.
Denver, Colorado officials released an annual report that shows as the legal marijuana market in Denver continues to mature, police seize record low amounts legal cannabis. The report also examines trends in equity, taxation, and revenue allocation.
The New York Media Softball League, which includes teams from The Wall Street Journal High Times and BuzzFeed in its ranks, has signed a sponsorship agreement with Kentucky CBD company Cornbread Hemp.
Federal
In a notice on efforts to improve the drug recognition expert programs, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stated that “as States continue to legalize marijuana, it is essential to develop effective strategies in order to address the growing concern about impaired driving.”
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-OR, tweeted: “I am working to move forward the SAFE Banking Act so that legal cannabis businesses can finally access the financial services needed to keep their employees and communities safe.”
Rep. Buddy Carter (R – GA) disagreed with President Joe Biden’s mass marijuana pardon, but he acknowledged that he had the authority to do so.
STATES
A New York Assemblymember speaks about his bill that would restrict public marijuana usage.
A Massachusetts representative discusses his bill to extend agriculture preservation restrictions to hemp cultivation.
Rhode Island regulators propose changes to the rules governing licenses for marijuana testing and sample laboratories.
Utah regulators have filed new rules for cannabis quality assurance testing.
Michigan regulators have published a list of active ingredients approved for cannabis growers.
Virginia officials have published a guide on how to use marijuana when parenting.
California Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce seizes more than $109 Million in illegal marijuana during the second quarter 2023.
Colorado regulators have published an overview of marijuana legislation passed this session.
Hawaii regulators have approved an additional medical marijuana dispensary.
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/ INTERNATIONAL
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunder tweeted about the “crackdown” on drugs his government will launch, including a nitrous-oxide ban. He added that “we have strengthened police powers to stampout illegal drugs in our community by expanding drugs testing on criminals.”
The Bahamian Attorney General spoke on the proposed marijuana reform legislation.
Every year, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime publishes a World Drug Report.
/ SCIENCE AND HEALTH
The study found that warning signs regarding cannabis use in pregnancy did not reduce cannabis use or make people believe it was unsafe. However, they did increase the stigma and support among those who do not use cannabis.
According to a study, “LSD increases the sleep duration at night following microdosing.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION AND ANALYSIS
The Cannabis Media Council has published guidelines on cannabis advertising.
/ BUSINESS
MedMen Enterprises Inc. now has a new CFO and CEO.
A Curaleaf International affiliate has acquired the cannabis processing facility of Clever Leaves Holdings Inc. in Setubal.
Cresco Labs shareholders elect members to the board of directors.
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