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Johns Hopkins Launches Landmark Study Tracking 10,000 Medical Cannabis Patients

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Researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine embark on a groundbreaking study, supported by a $10 million grant from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, to comprehensively track 10,000 medical cannabis patients across the U.S. The study aims to fill crucial data gaps, providing insights into the efficacy and health impacts of therapeutic cannabis […]

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Oklahoma Implements ‘Secret Shopper’ Program to Regulate Medical Cannabis Industry

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Under a recently enacted state law, the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) has gained the authority to utilize “secret shoppers” as part of its regulatory efforts in the state’s medical cannabis industry, as reported by FOX25. The law, which took effect this week, mandates regulators to deploy at least 50 secret shoppers annually to licensed

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UFC Leads Progressive Shift: Removes Marijuana Ban for Athletes in Landmark Decision

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The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has marked a groundbreaking move in sports health and safety by formally removing marijuana from its list of banned substances for athletes. This bold decision builds on the UFC’s earlier 2021 reform, protecting fighters from penalties related to THC-positive tests. The revised anti-doping policy not only aligns with the World

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DEA Claims ‘Final Authority’ in Congress Amid Cannabis Rescheduling Review: Navigating a Complex Landscape

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A recent letter to Congress, published by Punchbowl News, revealed a bold assertion from a representative of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regarding the agency’s “final authority” on decisions related to the status of cannabis under the Controlled Substances Act. This proclamation adds an intriguing layer of complexity to the ongoing efforts aimed at reshaping

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South Dakota Republicans Propose Warning Signs on Cannabis Dispensaries Regarding Federal Gun Laws

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South Dakota Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. Kevin Jensen and Sen. Jim Stalzer, have introduced legislation that mandates state-licensed medical marijuana dispensaries to display warning signs about federal gun laws for cannabis consumers. The proposed bill, HB 1036, requires medical cannabis dispensaries to prominently post signs at each entrance and register or point of sale.

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Missouri Bill Aims to Stop Searches Based on Marijuana Smell

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In a bid to protect people’s rights, Missouri Representative Ian Mackey has put forward a new bill to stop police from searching vehicles or properties based solely on the smell of marijuana. The proposal follows the path of other states like Maryland and New Jersey, where laws have changed to address concerns about cannabis-related searches.

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New York’s Legal Cannabis Market A Year-End Review

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New York marijuana regulators conducted a year-end review of the state’s legal cannabis system, offering insights into major milestones and the market’s status one year after the commencement of adult-use sales. Consumers in the Empire State purchased over 3.5 million cannabis products during the year, according to the report from New York State’s Office of

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Scientific Interest in Cannabis Soars Over 32,000 Research Inquiries in the Last Decade

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Researchers globally have dived into the science of cannabis and cannabinoids with unprecedented vigor over the last decade, publishing a staggering 32,000 inquiries, according to NORML. Remarkably, 2023 marked the third consecutive year in which scientists published over 4,000 papers specifically focused on cannabis, cannabinoids, and their diverse effects. Contrary to some political arguments advocating

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Biden Issues Pardons for Federal Cannabis Offenses, Focusing on Equal Justice Reform

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President Joe Biden has expanded last year’s federal pardons, granting clemency to thousands convicted of simple cannabis use and possession on federal lands and in Washington D.C. Additionally, 11 individuals serving “disproportionately long” sentences for nonviolent drug offenses received clemency. While these pardons symbolize a shift in the federal government’s approach to cannabis convictions, they

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Ghana Parliament Votes to Legalize Cannabis Cultivation for Medical and Industrial Use

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Lawmakers in Ghana’s Parliament have voted to legalize the cultivation of cannabis for both medical and industrial purposes. The decision, made on December 14, grants authority to the country’s Interior Minister to issue licenses for various aspects of the cannabis industry, including cultivation, distribution, processing, sale, import, and export. Notably, the newly enacted law introduces

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