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TuesdayAug 13, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Marijuana Companies Are Incorporating Reused Inputs in Packaging

While quantifying the exact amount of waste produced by the regulated cannabis sector is challenging, it’s evident that the waste generated is substantial. According to the National Cannabis Industry Association, cannabis byproducts in landfills contribute to an increase in carbon emissions of about 27,876 metric tons annually. Additionally, a 2020 study indicated that the U.S. marijuana industry produced approximately 1,754 tons of fresh and 520 tons of dry-weight trash that year. This figure does not even include packaging waste, which could potentially surpass the estimated biomass waste. Disposable vaporizers have become increasingly popular in the last few years due to…

MondayAug 12, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Kamala Harris Backs Marijuana Legalization, a First for Major Presidential Candidate

Vice President Kamala Harris’s opinions on marijuana have changed over time, much like those of many other Americans. Back in 2010, she urged voters to reject a ballot measure that sought to legalize recreational marijuana when she was the district attorney for San Francisco. Her position at the time was in accord with that of a majority of California voters, of whom 54% eventually voted against the initiative. However, the perspective on marijuana began to change not long after. By 2016, California voters had passed Proposition 64, which legalized cannabis throughout the state. Then, in 2019, as California’s junior senator,…

FridayAug 09, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Chinese Money Launderers Taking Over Marijuana Trafficking in US

For decades, Chinese criminal organizations have covertly operated in major U.S. cities such as New York and San Francisco. Their activities, which include cybercrime and wildlife trafficking, have largely flown by without law enforcement noticing due to their nonviolent nature. Historically, these groups have remained more active and visible in the Pacific and Asia, especially in nations such as Singapore and Australia, where they have targeted Chinese companies with their money-laundering operations. However, their new partnerships with drug-trafficking groups in Latin America have elevated them to the status of leading money launderers globally. In 2018, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s…

ThursdayAug 08, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — New Poll Suggests Florida Cannabis Ballot Measure Has Ample Bipartisan Support to Pass

A new survey reveals that Florida’s initiative to legalize marijuana, set to be on the ballot in November, has enough support to potentially pass, boasting majority approval across various demographic groups. The poll, conducted by the University of North Florida (UNF), indicates that 64% of likely voters favor the marijuana reform proposal. This percentage exceeds the 60% threshold needed to amend the state constitution. The survey respondents were provided with the complete text of Amendment 3 as it will appear on the ballot. The data shows that Democrats are the most supportive group, with 79% backing the initiative, independents at…

WednesdayAug 07, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Legalizing Medical Cannabis in North Carolina Still Faces Huge Hurdles

For the third year in a row, the senate of North Carolina approved the Compassionate Care Act. The measure aims to allow the sale of marijuana and marijuana-infused products to patients who qualify under a set of strict conditions, utilizing a regulated medical marijuana system. Despite this progress, the legislation is presently stuck in the house. Adding to the complexity, a recent decision by the Supreme Court has influenced the discussion around reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule 3 drug. Changing its classification from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3 would formally recognize its medical use, representing a small yet significant step…

TuesdayAug 06, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — CU Anschutz Researchers Studying Users’ Capacity to Drive Under Influence of Marijuana

Researchers at the CU Anschutz School of Public Health have embarked on a paid study focusing on marijuana users to examine impairment levels. Over the past two years, the research has involved more than 200 participants aged between 25 and 55 years. Depending on the amount of marijuana consumed, each study session can last anywhere from three to five hours. Dr. Ashley Brooks-Russell, a lead researcher at the school, explained, “This study allows us to observe the changes people experience after consuming cannabis, including alterations in driving behavior, reaction times, memory, blood composition and eye characteristics. Police officers, in particular,…

MondayAug 05, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Study Says Medical Marijuana Legalization Increases Parenting Time, Boosts Child Development

A recent study indicates that the availability of medical cannabis might lead to increased parenting time by improving patients’ overall health. Published in the “Journal of Applied Economics,” the research notes that medical cannabis legalization enhances sleep and reduces inactivity, aligning with its health benefits. According to the study, the legalization of medical cannabis can have a positive effect on a child’s development by allowing parents to spend more time with their kids, particularly if they are younger than six years old, a critical age for parental involvement. These advantages, however, are dependent on parents not abusing cannabis. Legalizing medical…

FridayAug 02, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Nearly 43,000 Comments Sent to the DEA; Highlights Shared Here

The public comment period for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) proposed marijuana rescheduling rules recently ended, and now the agency will analyze the responses, marking the first time they are considering public opinions on cannabis. Approximately 43,000 comments were submitted by individuals, researchers and organizations, making it the highest number of responses the DEA has ever received for a proposed regulation change. The drug markets and legal regulation director at the Drug Policy Alliance, Cat Packer, highlighted that the huge response demonstrates the public's great interest in cannabis legalization in the United States. People used this opportunity to share…

ThursdayAug 01, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Thai Minister Reveals Government Will Draft Measure to Regulate Adult-Use Marijuana

Thailand’s government seems to be reconsidering its previous commitment to banning recreational cannabis, with a minister proposing a shift toward regulating the rapidly growing industry. Bhumjaithai Party leader and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that Srettha Thavisin, the prime minister, had decided to look into the possibility of drafting a bill to regulate cannabis sales and use instead of outright banning it. Anutin thanked the prime minister for taking up the matter and choosing to pass legislation. His party played a significant role in the decriminalization of marijuana in 2022. He also noted that the administration will allow different political…

WednesdayJul 31, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Laboratory Owners Reveal Unknown Compounds Found in Marijuana Samples

The regulated cannabis sector has been facing a significant challenge lately: lab-tested products containing pesticides. More alarmingly, some cannabis samples sent for testing now contain a mixture of unknown compounds not previously identified in cannabis. According to lab executives, these enigmatic substances emerge during the conversion of hemp-derived cannabinoids into delta-8 and delta-9 THC. The issue is made worse by the fact that testing for cannabinoids, heavy metals and mold is required in most jurisdictions, but testing for these byproducts is not. As such, their impact on customers is still unknown. Cannabis naturally includes trace levels of delta-8 THC. However,…