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ThursdayJul 18, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Study Shows Partner Violence Decreases After Marijuana Legalization

A recent study found that the legalization of recreational cannabis significantly reduces intimate partner violence (IPV). The research highlights that legal recreational marijuana affects the link between heavy alcohol consumption and IPV, likely because people are choosing cannabis over alcohol. The study was written by Georgetown University master student Samantha Gene Baldwin, who described the findings as surprising. “Given that cannabis use is an established IPV-risk factor, and that legalization typically leads to increased usage, one might expect RML to elevate IPV rates,” Baldwin explained. “RML may lessen its negative effects on IPV, though, if marijuana takes the place of…

WednesdayJul 17, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Advocates Submit Petitions Seeking to Put Adult-Use Cannabis on Ballot in North Dakota

The organizers of a new ballot initiative in North Dakota to legalize recreational cannabis submitted their petition signatures on July 5, 2024. This step sets the stage for another potential statewide vote on a matter that voters and state lawmakers have previously turned down. Steve Bakken, chair of the sponsoring committee for the New Economic Frontier measure, announced that the group had submitted more than 22,000 signatures. For the initiative to make it onto the November ballot, 15,582 of those signatures need to be valid. The Secretary of State’s office, led by Michael Howe, has until Aug. 12, 2024, to…

TuesdayJul 16, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Tax Exemptions That Companies Could Access Once Cannabis Rescheduling Is Complete

The marijuana industry has been significantly hindered by Section 280E of the IRS Code, which prevents businesses dealing with substances listed in Schedules 1 and 2 of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) from deducting regular business expenses. Although Section 280E affects federal deductions, the regulations are not governed by federal laws in half of the markets where marijuana businesses are licensed to sell the drug for recreational or medical purposes. This implies that when cannabis businesses submit their state taxes, they are not subject to Section 280E. This provision has stunted the growth of legal cannabis businesses across the country.…

MondayJul 15, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Feds Outline Research Priorities on Cannabinoids, Medical Marijuana

Health officials at the federal level have outlined research priorities on cannabinoids and cannabis in a new report by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). The report highlights efforts by the NCCIH and other National Institutes of Health (NIH) entities to bridge the gap between the medicinal use of cannabis and the research informing its efficacy and safety. Key areas of research include the effects of cannabis on social anxiety, pain and sleep; the use of terpenes therapeutically; the use of computers to identify bioactive minor cannabinoids in hemp; and the chemical synthesis of uncommon cannabinoids. Funding…

FridayJul 12, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Maryland Celebrates a Year of Adult-Use Cannabis, Pardons and Massive Growth Realized

Maryland saw a windfall of more than $14 million from cannabis sales taxes in just the first quarter of this year. As the state celebrates the first anniversary of legal recreational cannabis, sales continue to climb. Connor Whelton, ReLeaf CEO and cofounder, says business is thriving in this environment. He and his team have introduced creative ways to serve their customers. From home-delivery services to a walk-up window and an inviting in-store menu, the Maryland-based company made accessibility a priority. Whelton says he notices a shift in his clientele as the negative perceptions of marijuana diminish. With recreational cannabis now…

ThursdayJul 11, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Florida’s Marijuana Legalization Ballot Measure Could Face Heavily Funded Opposition

The recreational cannabis legalization campaign in Florida is up against a significant new challenge: heavily funded opposition. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) recently created the Florida Freedom Fund, allowing him to receive unlimited donations aimed at achieving the fund’s specific goals. A primary objective of the fund is to thwart Amendment 3, which proposes to legalize recreational marijuana and permit sales at already-existing medical cannabis dispensaries. In the unlikely event that DeSantis is successful in garnering national attention and support for this cause, the legalization of recreational marijuana may not be supported by a larger financial advantage throughout its campaign.…

WednesdayJul 10, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Kentucky to Start Receiving Applications from Medical Marijuana Companies

Businesses in Kentucky looking to grow, process or sell medical cannabis can start submitting applications for licenses on Monday, July 1, 2024. Governor Andy Beshear announced this as part of an expedited effort to have products on the market by early 2025. Healthcare providers, including advanced-practice registered nurses and doctors, can also start applying to certify qualified patients for purchasing medical cannabis. The process will be overseen by the state’s Board of Medical Licensure and Board of Nursing. The state’s medical marijuana program is officially scheduled to kick off on Jan. 1, 2025. The legislation, passed in 2023 with bipartisan…

MondayJul 08, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Brazilian Supreme Court Ends Criminalization of Cannabis Possession for Personal Use

The Brazilian Supreme Court recently voted to decriminalize cannabis possession for personal use, joining other Latin American nations in this reform and potentially reducing its substantial prison population. The majority of the justices, since the discussions began in 2015, have supported this move. The justices now need to decide on the maximum amount of cannabis considered for personal use, with the effective date of the ruling expected soon. The justices who favored the decision noted that decriminalization should only apply to personal use amounts, keeping the sale of drugs illegal. A 2006 bill passed by the U.S. Congress sought to…

FridayJul 05, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Marijuana Operators in Pennsylvania Complain About Software Mandated by Regulators

Pennsylvania’s medical cannabis market generated more than $1.3 billion in sales in 2023, despite numerous issues and outages with the state’s mandated track-and-trace software. Operators claim these problems could be avoided if the software provided by MJ Freeway functioned correctly. Although MJ Freeway recently merged with BioTrack to form Alleaves, it remains the sole provider under a contract established in 2017. Industry operators and a few legislators have voiced frustrations regarding MJ Freeway’s lack of a two-way Application Programming Interface (API) with other approved software used for sales and inventory management. This means businesses must manually input data, such as…

TuesdayJul 02, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Study Finds Older Medical Marijuana Patients Experience Marked Health, Well-Being Improvements

A recent study has revealed that medical cannabis can offer numerous therapeutic benefits for older adults, positively impacting their mood, sleep, health and well-being. The study observed significant reductions in both pain interference and severity in older adults who use cannabis to manage chronic pain. Published in the “Drugs and Aging Journal,” the study addresses the limited high-quality studies on marijuana use among older adults. Typically, clinical trials exclude participants older than 65 years of age, even as this demographic increasingly turns to medical cannabis for relief. The research, which was carried out by a group from Drug Science and…

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