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Medical marijuana debate continues in South Carolina
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Politics
State senators are working their way closer to a vote on a bill that would legalize medical marijuana in the state. Today’s debate was nearly eight hours, and lawmakers say they’re prepared for late nights ahead to try to get a vote on this bill by the end of the week. Now on week three of debate on this bill to legalize medical marijuana in South
Republicans and groups friendly to them are at odds over whether to legalize marijuana in Ohio
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Politics
Two conservative groups have different perspective on this issue A battle over whether to legalize marijuana is taking shape at the Ohio Statehouse. The lines are being drawn and groups that usually support each other on issues are finding they are at odds on this one. Ohio lawmakers are now considering three proposals to legalize marijuana. Two ar
This shocking new Colorado bill would let workers enjoy marijuana at work
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Politics
Consuming marijuana at work legally is something most people thought they would never live to see, but it may actually happen here in Colorado soon. Newly proposed house bill 1152 filed in Colorado would prevent employers from "adverse action against an employee based on the employee's use of marijuana," according to the Colorado General Assembly.
Marijuana flower remains king, but these cannabis products are gaining popularity
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Cannabis News
A new report sheds some light on cannabis sales. While flower remains the top product being sold, other products are creeping in. As marijuana becomes more popular, crowds are embracing new products. While marijuana flower remains the top product up for sale, other markets are growing. As tracked by cannabis data platform Headset, marijuana flower
Marijuana flower remains king, but these cannabis products are gaining popularity
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Cannabis News
A new report sheds some light on cannabis sales. While flower remains the top product being sold, other products are creeping in. As marijuana becomes more popular, crowds are embracing new products. While marijuana flower remains the top product up for sale, other markets are growing. As tracked by cannabis data platform Headset, marijuana flower
More than 40% of people admit to doing this while using weed or alcohol
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Cannabis News
While more than half of drivers said they did not get behind the wheel while intoxicated, 42% admitted they did. A recent report revealed that more than 40% of U.S. drivers who use both alcohol and marijuana reported driving under the influence of one or both of the substances, according to a new study. Researchers used data from 34,514 drivers age
Colorado employers would no longer be able to fire their workers for using cannabis if a new bill passes
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Politics
House Bill 1152 would also require employers to let their employees consume medical marijuana while at work, though there are exceptions for people whose jobs are in dangerous fields. olorado employers would be prohibited from denying employment to or firing workers because of their off-the-clock cannabis use – either medical or recreational – unde
Thai Health Minister signs removal of cannabis and hemp from drug list
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Politics
  Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul signed an announcement to remove cannabis and hemp from its drugs list on Tuesday and the change will take effect 120 days after being published in the Royal Gazette. Mr Anutin said the Narcotics Control Board endorsed the Public Health Ministry’s draft announcement on the list of Category 5 narcotics an
Nearly 1 In 10 New Jobs In This State Came From The Cannabis Industry
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Politics
An analysis of state labor shows that, in this state, almost 1 out of 10 jobs was created by the medical marijuana industry. Legal marijuana is good for business. According to an analysis of state labor from Missouri, nearly 1 in 10 new jobs was linked to the state’s recently functional medical marijuana industry. The report shows some details of m
Ski slopes on federal lands in legal states have to walk a tightrope
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Cannabis News
You want to allow cananbis use but your business sits on Federal land, now what? Ski resorts are caught in the middle of murky legal issues surrounding state and federal cannabis policies. China Peak Mountain resorts have been forced to position some workers to enforce federal cannabis policies around their property. The recent happenings at this e
Legislation introduced to allow medical cannabis in Tennessee
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Politics
The state will give oversight of the medical cannabis program that will include the in-state cultivation, processing and sale of cannabis. NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) - State Rep. Jason Powell filed legislation on Monday to propose an amendment to the Tennessee Constitution to allow medical cannabis, according to a news release. Powell, D-Nashville, said
Cannabis Impairs Your Ability to Think Says a New Study, Except They Admit They Don't Really Have Any Evidence to Support It
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Cannabis News
A new reefer madness study on cannabis reveals there is not much evidence to the claims. Did you hear about the latest study that claims, “using cannabis has negative impact on your ability to think’ and that ‘it may continue after you stopped using’. Yes, in essence, the study suggests that by using cannabis you will experience a detrimental effec
Unlocking The Payment Matrix Of The Cannabis Industry
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Business & Finance
The cannabis industry’s current operating standards mirror that of an illegal black market, especially when it comes to handling money, transactions, and banking. Transactional requirements are generally vague and there is a lack of understanding as to what is legal and what is not. Original link
Cannabis-based epilepsy medicine Epidyolex approved for use on Scottish NHS
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Medical News
  Scottish epilepsy patients as young as two could be given new cannabis-based medication today approved for use on the NHS. Health bosses have given the green light to Epidyolex, which can help treat the symptoms of a rare genetic disease affecting around one in 10,000 people. Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) causes tumours to grow in the body and
Michigan marijuana market evolves on different fronts
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Business & Finance
It has been a remarkably smooth and successful ride for Michigan’s cannabis industry, and regulators hope to keep it that way as the growing network of suppliers and sellers face an inevitable period of consolidation and stubborn competition from old-school street dealers who do not share their overhead and red-tape burdens. Original link
Software Effective Solutions Corporation Announces Acquisition of MedCana, Inc.
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Business & Finance
New Orleans, Louisiana, Feb. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Software Effective Solutions Corporation (OTC Pink: SFWJ) (“the Company”) announces the Acquisition of MedCana, Inc and appoints Jose Gabriel Diaz as New Chief Operating Officer and Director Software Effective Solutions, Inc announces the acquisition of MedCana Inc. and positions the Company
Cannabis consumer activists comment on legalization hearings in Harrisburg
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Politics
    HARRISBURG, PA,  State Senator Mike Regan began informational hearings on Monday at the Senate Law and Justice Committee on full cannabis legalization. “As neighboring states prepare to embrace all the benefits of cannabis reform, we in Pennsylvania are reminded of the continued impact of the criminalization of cannabis here in our state," said
Warwick officer arrested for selling marijuana
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Politics
The GBI Southwestern Regional Drug Enforcement Office arrested a Warwick Police Officer for selling marijuana while on duty and in uniform. Two counts of sale/distribution of marijuana, one count possession with intent to distribute marijuana, four counts possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, three counts violation of oath of o

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