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MondayNov 04, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — New Jersey Marijuana Advocates Discuss the Possibility of Increasing the Fee for Social Equity

Advocates in New Jersey are currently debating whether the state’s Marijuana Regulatory Commission should raise the fee directing revenue from recreational cannabis sales to fund social equity initiatives and support communities affected by past drug policies. The commission is set to meet soon to determine the fee rate that will apply starting January 1. Presently, the fee is set at $1.24 per ounce. Four years since New Jersey legalized recreational cannabis, some advocates argue that it is time to increase the fee to $30 per ounce. New Jersey has some of the lowest marijuana taxation in the nation, according to…

FridayNov 01, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Why Cannabis Firms Need to Give Branding Adequate Attention

A troubling tendency has surfaced in states where marijuana markets are regulated: businesses frequently offer their goods using identical or very similar trademarks. This overlap occurs because the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) prohibits federal trademark safeguarding for cannabis products, as they are illegal at the federal level. In the absence of federal trademark safeguards, marijuana businesses are left with little choice if they want to prevent others from using identical brand names or logos in different states. This situation has created a unique issue in the sector where customers question if a product is from Company A…

FridayNov 01, 2024 10:00 am

Multistate Operators and Their Contribution to the Marijuana Industry

The rise of marijuana multistate operators has increased concerns that independent cannabis business owners may be driven out of business by organizations that have more money, power, and influence. Despite the negative way multistate operators are perceived, most take significant risks and work with local as well as state legislators to develop infrastructure and expand cannabis access in the U.S. By understanding the roles of multistate operators, independent businesses can use their work to their advantage. For instance, they have helped launch legal markets in jurisdictions that may not have been possible. A good example of this is the successful…

ThursdayOct 31, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Scientific Review Finds Marijuana Lowers Chronic Nerve Pain

A recent review highlights the promising effects of cannabinoids, a compound in cannabis, in managing persistent nerve pain. According to the research, cannabinoids may offer substantial pain relief with few or no side effects, suggesting a valuable alternative to conventional pain medications for patients dealing with persistent nerve pain. Published in the Cureus journal, the review underscores the positive impact of cannabinoids on pain control, noting their benefits as a more natural option compared to synthetic drugs. This could make cannabinoids an attractive option for people seeking alternatives to traditional medications. The research team, which sifted through numerous studies, narrowed…

ThursdayOct 31, 2024 10:00 am

Study Says Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Impacts Impulse Control, Aggression in Kids

A new study has discovered that prenatal exposure to marijuana is linked to poorer thinking skills and behaviors like planning, paying attention, and impulse control in early childhood. These skills, the researchers explained, play a crucial role in how children interacted with others and performed at school. The study was carried out by researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, with their objective being to investigate the link between prenatal marijuana exposure and aggressive behavior and executive function at age 5. The researchers used a cohort of 250 children for their study, 50 of whom were White while 155 were African American/Black.…

WednesdayOct 30, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Delaware Cannabis Business Sites Dwindle as Local Bans Take Effect

Last year, when Delaware legalized cannabis, legislators approved the opening of 30 retail cannabis stores across the state. However, despite licenses being expected this year and stores potentially launching by 2025, available locations for shoppers to purchase cannabis legally are declining. Several cities and towns in the state have used a provision in the legalization law to ban marijuana retail outlets, along with testing, cultivation, and manufacturing facilities. Sussex County has enforced bans in towns such as Bridgeville, Seaford, Millsboro, and Dagsboro. Beach towns like Milton, Rehoboth, South Bethany, Dewey, Bethany, Lewes, Fenwick Island, and Ocean View have also opted…

TuesdayOct 29, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Poll Predictions Suggest Florida Marijuana Measure Will Pass

A recent poll indicates that voters in Florida are likely to approve two highly debated measures on the upcoming November ballot: recreational cannabis and abortion rights. The poll, conducted by the Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) at the University of North Florida, was released on Monday and shows strong support for both measures. Specifically, 66% of voters back Amendment 3, which aims to legalize recreational marijuana, while exactly 60% of voters are in favor of Amendment 4, which would secure the right to abortion. For an amendment to be added to Florida’s Constitution, it requires at least 60% voter approval…

TuesdayOct 29, 2024 10:00 am

Bipartisan Senators in Florida Blame DeSantis for Using Taxpayer Funds to Oppose Cannabis Measure

Bipartisan senators in Florida are criticizing Gov. DeSantis for using taxpayer funds to finance anti-cannabis advertisements opposing a measure to legalize cannabis. This news was first brought to the public by an independent journalist, Jason Garcia, who commented on the possible use of the opioid funds for cannabis-related public service announcements. Soon after, reports from the Tampa Bay Times confirmed that state funds from a settlement fund to help alleviate the opioid crisis were allocated to a 3rd party marketing firm for ads. This is despite the fact that the settlement’s terms specifically state that the funds are meant to…

MondayOct 28, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — Arkansas Supreme Court Says Cannabis Amendment Ballots in November Will Not Count

The Arkansas Supreme Court decided in a narrow 4-3 ruling that votes in favor of and against a plan to broaden the state’s medical cannabis program would not be taken into account. Protect Arkansas Kids, a nonprofit that joined the legal fight against the amendment—Issue 3, filed a case that resulted in this decision. The votes cast on Issue 3 will be ignored, even though it will still be on the ballot in November. The amendment sought to introduce several modifications to the state’s medical cannabis system, which was initially approved in 2016. It sought to ease licensing rules, widen…

FridayOct 25, 2024 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — NIH Says Oncologists Aren’t Equipped to Answer Cancer Patients’ Questions on Medical Marijuana

Recent research highlights the increasing use of marijuana among individuals undergoing cancer treatment and the associated implications of this trend. Various studies indicate that approximately 20%-40% of cancer patients turn to cannabinoids or medical marijuana to alleviate side effects such as stress, anxiety, insomnia, pain, and nausea. The surge in marijuana use among cancer patients aligns with the rise in states that have legalized it for medical purposes. However, research into the safety and efficacy of which marijuana products can be used for managing side effects and symptoms associated with cancer has not kept pace. In March this year, the…