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Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Resets License Application Process Amid Lawsuits

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Resets License Application Process Amid Lawsuits

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) recently approved new rules to reset the state’s license application process, marking the third such reset. Under these revised rules, existing applications will be reevaluated, and applicants will now have an opportunity to make a public presentation to the commission, explaining why they should be granted a license. This […]

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Former CanaFarma Executives Plead Guilty to Fraud Charges

Former CanaFarma Executives Plead Guilty to Fraud Charges

Two former executives of CanaFarma Corp., Vitaly Fargesen and Igor Palatnik, recently pleaded guilty to fraud charges stemming from their involvement in swindling investors in CanaFarma Corp. and CanaFarma Hemp Products Corp. The guilty pleas mark a significant development in a case that has exposed a sophisticated scheme to defraud investors of millions of dollars.

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Trulieve Contributes $500,000 to Florida Cannabis Legalization Campaign

Trulieve Contributes $500,000 to Florida Cannabis Legalization Campaign

Multistate cannabis company Trulieve has contributed another $500,000 to Smart & Safe Florida, the campaign leading the charge to legalize cannabis for adult use in the state. This contribution brings Trulieve’s total donation to the effort to a staggering $39.55 million, making them the primary financial supporter of the campaign. Trulieve’s contribution to Smart &

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Cannabis Consumers With COVID-19 Show Better Outcomes, Studies Suggest

Cannabis Consumers With COVID-19 Show Better Outcomes, Studies Suggest

Recent studies have unveiled intriguing insights into the potential relationship between cannabis use and COVID-19 outcomes. The latest findings, published in the CHEST Journal, suggest that cannabis consumers who contract COVID-19 experience reduced mortality and improved overall health compared to non-consumers. Using data from the National Inpatient Sample Database, the study, titled “Exploring the Relationship

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New Jersey Awards $12 Million in Cannabis Grants to Promote Social Equity

New Jersey Awards $12 Million in Cannabis Grants to Promote Social Equity

New Jersey is making significant strides in promoting social equity and removing barriers to entry in the cannabis industry. The state recently announced a groundbreaking $12 million grant program aimed at supporting licensed cannabis operators and fostering social equity within the burgeoning industry. This initiative represents a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to address

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American Nurses Association Recognizes Cannabis Nursing as Specialty Practice

American Nurses Association Recognizes Cannabis Nursing as Specialty Practice

The American Nurses Association (ANA) has officially recognized cannabis nursing as a specialty practice, highlighting the importance of nurses specializing in the therapeutic use of cannabis. With over 5 million members, the ANA represents the interests of nurses across the United States. This recognition follows the American Cannabis Nurses Association’s (ACNA) identification of cannabis nursing

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ATF Expresses Concerns Over Arkansas' Medical Cannabis Patients Carrying Concealed Handguns

ATF Expresses Concerns Over Arkansas’ Medical Cannabis Patients Carrying Concealed Handguns

The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has sent a letter outlining safety concerns to the Division of Arkansas Crime Information Operations Director, Rick Stallings. The concerns revolve around the state agency’s decision to permit medical cannabis patients to receive concealed handgun carry licenses (CHCL). In the letter, Marianna Mitchem, Chief of

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Ohio Attorney General Provides Legal Analysis of Cannabis Ballot Initiative

Ohio Attorney General Provides Legal Analysis of Cannabis Ballot Initiative

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has issued a legal analysis of the proposed cannabis legalization ballot initiative set for November 7, aiming to provide clarity for Ohioans. In the analysis, Yost refrained from taking a position on the initiative but emphasized that it might not entirely eliminate the cannabis black market. The proposed program would

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Inadequate Age Verification Found in Online Cannabis Sellers, JAMA Pediatrics Study Reveals

Inadequate Age Verification Found in Online Cannabis Sellers, JAMA Pediatrics Study Reveals

A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics indicates that 18.8% of online cannabis retailers do not implement age verification, raising concerns about youth access to cannabis products. The research examined 80 online sellers, revealing that 84% offered nontraceable payment methods, potentially enabling minors to make purchases discreetly. Additionally, 28% of these sellers provided an out-of-state

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Cook County, Minnesota Explores Municipal Cannabis Dispensary as Potential Revenue Source

Cook County, Minnesota Explores Municipal Cannabis Dispensary as Potential Revenue Source

Officials in Cook County, Minnesota, are contemplating the idea of operating a municipal cannabis dispensary. Drawing inspiration from their existing liquor store model in Grand Marais, county administrators see this as a way to generate additional revenue for the local government. County Administrator James Joerke explained that the county’s interest in a government-run dispensary stems

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