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MondayJan 25, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Maine’s Medical Cannabis Caregivers Vow to Challenge Proposed Regulations

In most states that have legal cannabis markets, the legal landscape around the controversial plant is constantly shifting. Being a new market that’s centered on a product that is illegal at the federal level, lawmakers are still unsure about how to regulate cannabis and are still working out several issues. Sometimes they create policies that work, helping to boost cannabis sales as well as tax revenue for the state, while at other times, they don’t quite stick the landing. At least that’s what medical cannabis caregivers in Maine say. Policymakers recently proposed regulations that would require medical marijuana caregivers registered…

MondayJan 25, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Activists to Hand Out Cannabis at Coronavirus Vaccination Sites to Encourage Higher Turnout

D.C. Marijuana Justice, a group of marijuana activists, has devised a way to persuade more individuals to be vaccinated against the coronavirus: give them cannabis. In 2014, the organization had planned and executed Initiative 71 on that year’s ballot, which led to the legalization of marijuana possession and its cultivation in Washington, DC. The group is now planning a marijuana giveaway at vaccination sites throughout the city. While the sites have not been made known, the group is preparing volunteers who will be distributing free cannabis baggies at various vaccination centers once the program begins operating. According to Adam Eidinger,…

FridayJan 22, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cannabis Companies Ponder Best Approach for Giving Employees COVID-19 Vaccine

More than a year after the coronavirus pandemic emerged in Wuhan, China, and brought the world to its knees, scientists have successfully developed a COVID-19 vaccine. However, demand for the vaccine far outweighs the supply, forcing governments to implement vaccination programs in phases and vaccinate their populations based on urgency and priority. In the United States, essential workers are among those given first priority, and cannabis companies have argued that because as their employees are on the frontline, they ought to be vaccinated as well. When the pandemic broke out, the cannabis industry was categorized as essential and was authorized…

FridayJan 22, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Incoming DNC Chair Could Be Pro-Cannabis Legalization

On Thursday, party leaders are expected to confirm former South Carolina Democratic Party Chair Jaime Harrison as the lead for the Democratic National Committee. If confirmed, Harrison, who is President Joe Biden’s preferred pick, will be responsible for coordinating national political activities for Democrats. The DNC is a strong supporter of cannabis legalization. Harrison had made a run for Senate last year but failed to be elected. In July last year, he stated that marijuana should be legalized, regulated and taxed much like tobacco and alcohol, adding that there was no medical reason to lock up individuals because of it.…

ThursdayJan 21, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Colorado Cities Mull Legalizing Cannabis Delivery

Although the coronavirus pandemic devastated most industries and ground commerce to a near-complete standstill, the cannabis sector weathered the storm with relatively few losses. It was one of the few sectors deemed essential and allowed to continue operations amid lockdown orders, with cannabis businesses reporting month over month sales records for most of the year. To keep staff and customers, who are often immunocompromised, safe, most states with legal cannabis allowed online ordering, curbside pickups and home deliveries. Even though the pandemic is far from over, plenty of cannabis businesses have recognized how important the delivery model is and are…

ThursdayJan 21, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Cannabis and Fibromyalgia: What Does Available Research Say?

Despite its controversial reputation, cannabis has been slowly but surely building a reputation as a potent and versatile alternative to pharmaceuticals. While most experts agree the hype around cannabis has far outpaced the science, preliminary studies and anecdotal evidence have found it to be effective against everything from stress and anxiety to chronic pain and seizures. In the recent past, there has been increasing evidence that cannabis can help reduce the effects of fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread, frequent and intense musculoskeletal pain. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 4 million…

WednesdayJan 20, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Legislators in North Dakota Seek to Expand Cannabis Decriminalization Law

Legislators in North Dakota have introduced a measure to significantly expand cannabis decriminalization in the state. The bill, which was filed last week, would add onto an initial marijuana decriminalization law that was passed in 2019. Under the current law, possession of half an ounce or less of cannabis is a crime punishable with no jail time and a fine of up to $1,000. The new resolution would make the possession of up to an ounce of marijuana a noncriminal offense punishable by a $50 fine. Additionally, possession of more than an ounce of marijuana and less than 250 grams…

WednesdayJan 20, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Amsterdam Plans to Exclude Tourists from Cannabis Shops

For the longest time, Amsterdam has been known for its liberal attitudes towards drugs. Before the coronavirus pandemic broke out, the city attracted more than 1 million visitors a month, close to 200,000 more than its permanent population. Thanks to the introduction of cheaper flights, a lot of these people were young “budget tourists” whose sole intention was indulging in the marijuana sold in Amsterdam’s coffee shops. If Mayor Femke Halsema has her way, however, tourists will no longer be able to buy cannabis from the city's numerous coffee shops. Halsema, who is Amsterdam’s first woman mayor, has proposed a…

TuesdayJan 19, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Four Books Every Marijuana History Enthusiast Should Read

Almost every state in the United States has legalized cannabis in some form, which further supports numerous scientific studies showing that cannabis possesses various medicinal benefits. However, the buzz around this medicinal and recreational plant may leave some with unanswered questions regarding the plant’s background and historical significance. Understanding more about the history of marijuana allows one to have a deeper understanding of some of the current topics in the marijuana world, such as why the healing potential of this plant has been suppressed intentionally or why marijuana is still illegal federally. Those who are keen on expanding their knowledge…

FridayJan 15, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Cannabis Companies Urge California Authorities to Prioritize Their Employees During COVID Vaccination

Close to a year after the coronavirus appeared in Wuhan, China, eventually wreaking untold havoc on the world at large, scientists have developed vaccines that can provide immunity against the virus. However, it won’t be until spring at the very least before the majority of the U.S. population is vaccinated to achieve herd immunity. People who are at greatest risk of exposure to the virus have been given first priority as the first round of vaccinations begins, and a coalition of cannabis companies is asking for their employees to be included in that round. When the pandemic broke out and…