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ThursdayJun 27, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Study Finds Opioids, Alcohol Cause Worse SecondHand Harms Compared to Marijuana Use

A recent nationwide study has revealed that secondhand harm from cannabis use is significantly less common than that from alcohol. The study, which surveyed thousands, found that respondents were almost six times more likely to report secondhand alcohol harm than cannabis harm. The perceived risks associated with opioids and other substances also outweighed those associated with marijuana. The study analyzed responses from 7,799 participants in the 2020 United States National Alcohol Survey. It showed that more than one-third (34.2%) of respondents had experienced alcohol-related secondhand harm at some point in their lives. In contrast, only 5.5% reported experiencing secondhand harm…

WednesdayJun 26, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Opponents of Cannabis Rescheduling Slam Process FDA Relied On

Representatives of the prohibitionist organization Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) have expressed their disapproval of the government’s plan to categorize cannabis as a Schedule 3 substance. They criticized the move as politically driven and not based on scientific evidence. The group is now exploring all legal avenues to challenge this change and is rallying its supporters to oppose it. Kevin Sabet, SAM president and CEO, spoke during an online meeting, expressing strong disapproval of the federal officials behind the rescheduling proposal. He argued that the recommendation seemed outdated and inappropriate for 2024. Sabet emphasized that the process is far from…

TuesdayJun 25, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Florida Medical Cannabis Doctors Concerned About Possible Disruptions Once Recreational Use Legalized

Florida’s initiative to legalize recreational marijuana is causing a significant divide within the state's medical cannabis sector. Florida’s largest medical cannabis company, Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF), is supporting Amendment 3, which seeks to legalize recreational cannabis for adults over age 21. However, approximately 2,000 doctors certified to prescribe medical marijuana are expressing concerns. They warn that this amendment could disrupt access for the state’s 882,000 medical-cannabis patients. The influx of recreational users could deplete the marijuana products and specific strains that patients rely on for conditions such as severe pain. The passage of Amendment 3 may also…

MondayJun 24, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Two New Books Explore Marijuana’s Medical Powers

For those interested in exploring marijuana’s medical benefits, two recently published books —Josh Leddy’s “Living with Cannabis: A Personal Journey” and Dr. Benjamin Caplan’s “The Doctor-Approved Cannabis Handbook” — provide essential insights. The books offer both professional guidance and firsthand accounts, making them invaluable for anyone curious about cannabis’s therapeutic uses. The book by Dr. Benjamin Caplan offers a thorough manual on medical marijuana use. Caplan, a board-certified family physician with experience treating more than 250,000 patients, reveals his in-depth understanding of the ways that cannabis can help with a range of ailments, including cancer, sleeplessness, cognitive decline and chronic…

FridayJun 21, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — White House Objects to Proposal Seeking to End Cannabis Testing for Army Recruits

The Biden administration has expressed its opposition to a proposal that would prevent military branches from testing for cannabis use as part of the commissioning or enlistment process, noting concerns about how it could impact military readiness and safety. The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released a statement on June 11, 2024, outlining its policy concerns regarding various elements of the 2025 NDAA. The bill is currently under consideration by the Rules Committee for upcoming House action. One specific provision that the administration opposes is Section 532. This section would prohibit military branches from requiring cannabis tests…

ThursdayJun 20, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Cannabis Operators Applaud End of Potency Tax in New York State

New York governor Kathy Hochul has successfully changed the state’s cannabis tax structure. Starting June 1, 2024, a new flat excise tax replaces the previous potency tax, marking the beginning of the new financial year. This move is part of New York’s $237 billion budget for FY 2025 and is receiving positive feedback from many in the cannabis industry, especially smaller retailers, processors and social-equity beneficiaries. With the tax reform, retail marijuana prices are expected to decrease, a significant development as licensed cannabis entities strive to compete with the numerous illegal shops, particularly in New York City. Governor Hochul had…

TuesdayJun 18, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Slumping Marijuana Market in Colorado Triggers Industry Concern

In 2014, a Denver-based cannabis dispensary, 3D Cannabis, made history as the first seller of legal marijuana. Over a decade later, the dispensary bears a sign saying it is “temporarily closed," with the building’s doors and windows boarded up and the parking lot strewn with trash, symbolizing the challenges facing Colorado’s marijuana market. Once a thriving success, the industry is now marked by failed entities and struggling entrepreneurs due to regulatory challenges, market saturation and increased competition from neighboring states. The market’s sales peaked in 2020 at $2.2 billion. But by 2023, revenues had fallen to $1.5 billion, which led…

MondayJun 17, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — DeSantis Vetoes Bill Banning Hemp Intoxicants in Florida

As Florida governor Ron DeSantis campaigns against a ballot initiative for cannabis legalization, he has paradoxically vetoed a bill aimed at banning the sale of intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids in the state. This decision comes in the wake of reports that Governor DeSantis intended to block the hemp prohibition bill, hoping the hemp industry would financially support his campaign against the cannabis measure that voters will decide on in November. Although DeSantis did not explicitly reference the cannabis legalization measure in his veto letter, he noted that while the goals of SB 1698 are admirable, the measure would impose significant regulatory…

FridayJun 14, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Ohio Officials Post Adult-Use Cannabis License Application Forms as Market Launch Looms

Cannabis regulators in Ohio have released guidelines to help medical marijuana dispensaries prepare for the application process to obtain dual licenses. These licenses would allow them to serve both medical patients and recreational consumers. Applications are expected to open soon, and the Cannabis Control Department (DCC) has provided a FAQ and detailed instructions to assist potential applicants in starting the process. The provided materials cover various aspects, such as eligibility requirements, the approval procedure, regulations for dual license holders and the necessary documentation for applications. One question addresses the timeline for reviewing and issuing dual licenses following the submission of…

ThursdayJun 13, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Senators Revive Push for Cannabis Industry to Access SBA Resources, Loans

A group of senators from the Democratic Party is urging a significant committee to ensure small cannabis entities have equitable access to federal Small Business Administration (SBA) lending programs and development resources available to other industries. In an April letter to the leaders of the Appropriations subcommittee, the senators urged that the FY 2025 FSGG spending measure include provisions to stop the SBA from rejecting loan applications from small cannabis entities operating legally in states that have approved marijuana use and sales. Senator Jacky Rosen led the letter, asking the subcommittee leaders to add clauses to the spending bill that…