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FridayAug 27, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Congressman Calls for Passing SAFE Banking Act Prior to Broader Law Reform

After months of telling the public that they were working on a federal cannabis bill, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the Finance Chairman Ron Wyden, and Senator Cory Booker have unveiled their legislation for public comments. However, before Congress has the chance to look at and advance the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, a Congressman would like lawmakers to pass a cannabis banking bill. Rep. Ed Perlmutter, who introduced a bill that would protect banking institutions which work with businesses in the cannabis space, has urged lawmakers to pass the legislation while lawmakers consider broader cannabis reform. Despite being allowed…

ThursdayAug 26, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Feds Finance Research into Use of Hemp as Ecofriendly Insulation

The U.S. Department of Energy (“DOE”) is funding a project to develop hemp fiber insulation, which in comparison to traditional preparations, is said to be better for both public health as well as the environment. In addition to awarding almost $200,000 to facilitate research, the department granted Hempitecture’s COO Tommy Gibbons a yearly stipend of $90,000. The DOE is especially interested in the firm’s HempWool product, which is said to be a high-performing and extremely sustainable insulation material. The hemp-based product, which has a low carbon footprint and strong thermal resistance, is a nontoxic alternative to conventional insulation. In an…

ThursdayAug 26, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Why Similar CBD Products Often Have Different Prices

The difference in the prices of CBD products around the world has become more obvious in the past year. Since the coronavirus pandemic began, the demand for these products has risen significantly, and so has the production of cheap and expensive CBD products. Currently, the price difference between the least and most expensive products is about 4,715%. The gap is too large to be overlooked, given most CBD products are often used for various medical conditions, which is why these products should be evenly priced, thereby allowing everyone to have access to them. What is causing this huge difference in…

WednesdayAug 25, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Gallup Poll: Nearly 50% of Adult Americans Have Used Marijuana

Cannabis is more popular among Americans than it has ever been. After decades of prohibition, the past few years have seen dozens of states pass cannabis legislation, and thanks to constant demand, the nascent state-legal cannabis industry has already generated billions of dollars in revenue. The controversial plant has been the most-used drug in the United States for years and according to a recently released poll by Gallup, nearly half of the adults in the country have consumed cannabis at one point in their lives. An estimated 49% of American adults have used cannabis at some point in their lives,…

WednesdayAug 25, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Four States Notch Record-Setting July Cannabis Sales

Last month was an extremely profitable and productive month for the cannabis industry in different states across the country, with business owners reporting record-breaking sales. This trend has been observed in various states as the marijuana markets mature, which is impressive, especially when one considers how the marijuana industry has flourished despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Below are some of the few states that posted new sales records in the month of July. Missouri Medical marijuana sales in the state of Missouri surpassed $20 million last month, with analysts noting that this amount was mainly attributed to growing patient enrollment in…

TuesdayAug 24, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — As Cannabis Legalization Spreads, Companies Are Reconsidering Drug Policies

America's increasingly liberal attitude regarding cannabis consumption has started to impact workplace policies. For decades, both federal and state law outlawed cannabis, which was in turn mirrored in workplace policies across the country. Most employers had a zero-tolerance policy on cannabis, with some even requiring regular drug tests and firing employees who failed. But with cannabis reform sweeping the nation, companies are starting to reconsider their drug policies. This became increasingly clear when Amazon, the largest player in the e-commerce market with 1.3 million employees around the world, announced that it would cease testing job seekers for marijuana. A lot…

TuesdayAug 24, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Nevada Judge Overturns Las Vegas PD Marijuana Ban

Employees may have finally seen a reprieve in the battle between federal and state cannabis law after a Nevada judge overturned a Las Vegas Police Department ban on marijuana consumption among its staff. Although more than two dozen states have passed either medical or recreational cannabis legislation, federal law still classifies it as a Schedule I drug. That may change in the near future. Meanwhile, employees living in legal cannabis markets often find themselves penalized by their bosses for consuming cannabis during personal hours. According to a ruling by a Las Vegas district judge, a former LVPD officer should not…

MondayAug 23, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — A Comparison Between Cannabis Edibles and Infused Drinks

Over the last decade, marijuana-infused drinks have improved greatly in both consistency and flavor. As more states across the country legalize marijuana for recreational and/or medicinal use, the use of cannabis products such as marijuana edibles and marijuana-infused drinks grows. The search for alternatives to alcohol and alcoholic beverages has also boosted the consumption of these drinks. An report by BDS Analytics has found that roughly 20% of marijuana consumers are now consuming marijuana beverages in legal markets for various reasons, whether it’s to have fun, feel peaceful or relax. So, how are these beverages made? CBD and THC are…

MondayAug 23, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Cannabis Use Lower Among Cancer Survivors Compared to the General Public

Marijuana's decades-old reputation as a hard drug with high potential for addiction and no medical applications has taken a hit over the past decade. With more than 30 states legalizing medical cannabis, the controversial drug is now being used to help alleviate a wide variety of medical conditions. As the public becomes warier of opioids, plenty of patients have begun using cannabis to alleviate cancer and chemotherapy-related symptoms, including pain, nausea and insomnia. However, recently unveiled research has shown that despite the rise in the number of people using cannabis to treat various medical issues, especially as the plans sees…

FridayAug 20, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cannabis Pipe Makers Gain Recognition As Cannabis Legalization Wave Spreads

In 2003, the U.S. Department of Justice put into motion Operation Pipe Dreams, which led to hundreds of businesses and homes being raided. The $12 million operation, which involved 2,000 law enforcement officers, targeted sellers and makers of cannabis pipes. At the time, selling and making cannabis pipes was a crime, with DEA’s acting administrator John Brown noting that individuals who sold drug paraphernalia were akin to drug dealers. The possession and use of marijuana was made illegal under federal law through the Controlled Substances Act 1970. Under the act, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I substance, together with…