A SAFER Banking survey shows a decline in support for medical marijuana in NC. An airline worker is reinstated after a cannabis test termination
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Virginia’s House of Delegates elections and Senate elections, which will take place next month, could pave the way for the legalization of marijuana. Or they could roll back the cannabis reforms that have already been achieved depending on the party in control of the state legislature.
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians began issuing medical cannabis patient cards in North Carolina, as legislation at the state level stagnates. Tribal members approved a separate adult-use marijuana referendum last month.
The American Bankers Association released a new survey that found 55 percent of Americans support Congress passing a marijuana banking law. This is a decrease from a previous poll the group conducted last year.
A decision by an arbitral panel has reinstated a maintenance technician at Alaska Airlines who was terminated for a positive test for marijuana.
Chelsea Boyd, of the R Street Institute, argues in a recent Marijuana Moment Op-Ed that lawmakers and regulators should not forget the needs of medical cannabis users as federal rescheduling and banking reform loom.
The Missouri Division of Cannabis Regulation has issued a warning to marijuana microbusinesses, stating that they must comply with the rules regarding continued ownership of majorities by people from underprivileged communities.
Federal
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched a training course on the reporting requirements for hemp crop acres.
Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-ND, discussed his support for marijuana bank legislation.
/ STATES
The Joint Interim Committee on Addiction and Community Safety Response of the Oregon Legislature will hold its initial hearing on Wednesday.
In a new lawsuit, the former Arkansas representatives on opposite sides allege fraud in medical marijuana licensing.
Utah regulators have filed rule changes that allow certain health care facilities act as designated medical marijuana caregivers.
New York regulators have announced the opening of several new marijuana dispensaries this week.
Missouri regulators have published a factsheet on marijuana use by youth.
On Thursday, Michigan regulators will be hosting an educational session on marijuana-infused foods.
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/ LOCAL
Lancaster County Sheriff, Nebraska discusses his concerns regarding the legalization of medical cannabis.
The Lebanon City Council in Oregon is considering placing a ballot question to ban psilocybin business.
/ INTERNATIONAL
The French health minister has said that the medical cannabis pilot program in France will continue beyond its current expiration date of March 2024.
After experiencing first-hand the positive effects of psychedelics, a Mexican senator plans to introduce a bill that will legalize psilocybin.
/ SCIENCE AND HEALTH
According to a study, providing scientific information on marijuana can “foster more positive or neutral attitudes.” This could reduce stigma and promote a more informed perspective about cannabis.
/ ADVOCACY & OPINION
The Association of Flight Attendants has posted a message that using CBD products does not excuse a positive drug test for cannabis.
Maine Cannabis Union, a newly-formed organization that advocates for workers in the marijuana industry.
/ BUSINESS
Verano Holdings Corp. is set to begin trading on Cboe Canada Wednesday.
March and Ash has filed a lawsuit against other companies for allegedly illegal hemp-derived product sales.
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The article Virginia’s election will influence cannabis policy (Newsletter for October 17, 2023) first appeared on Marijuana Moment.
