DEA finally approving cannabis grow licenses (Newsletter: May 17, 2021)

MS Medical Marijuana Overturned; WA Drug Recrim Bill Signed; FDA Approves MDMA Use Through Therapist Study; Cannabis in the public housing bill

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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW

The Drug Enforcement Administration Finally ends the decade-long monopoly on growing marijuana for research purposes. At least three cultivation license applicants – and possibly more – have been informed that they will be approved as part of an expansion first announced in 2016.

The Mississippi Supreme Courtfor procedural reasons, the state’s medical cannabis law has been repealed, which judges believed was approved by a “strong, if not overwhelming, majority of voters”.

MP Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) filed a bill to protect people from eviction from public housing for using marijuana in accordance with state law.

Jay Inslee, Washington State Governor (D) signed a bill recriminalizing drug possession as a crime after the Supreme Court lifted the ban. The penalties expire in 2023, giving legislators an incentive to develop comprehensive health-oriented policies. In the meantime, the governor vetoed part of the new legislation in part.

The Food and Drug Administration Approved research on the use of MDMA by therapists to help them better deliver psychedelic therapies to their patients.

• “Personal experience is generally considered to be an important element in preparing and training for the provision of psychedelic assisted therapies.”

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services derailed efforts to publicize medical cannabis business ownership information that passed the house by threatening to veto Governor Mike Parson (R).

The President of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce says the state will “overtake” $ 1 billion in legal marijuana sales this year. One thing that could stop that is if neighboring states legalize cannabis and people can buy it closer to home.

/ FEDERAL

A Federal jury found a former mayor of Fall River, Massachusetts guilty Soliciting bribes from marijuana companies and other charges.

Member of Parliament Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) appoints new Legislative Assistant to “advance efforts to end federal cannabis ban”.

MP Matt Gaetz (R-FL) He reportedly used cocaine with a sex worker who also served as communications director for the American Medical Marijuana Physicians Association.

Rep. Mike Garcia (R-CA), House Minority Chairman Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) and nine other lawmakers sent a letter Calling Attorney General Merrick Garland to allocate resources to the fight against the illegal cultivation of marijuana.

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) tweeted: “Yesterday the MN House passed historic law to legalize cannabis for adult use and overturn nonviolent cannabis convictions. Now let’s legalize cannabis and clear records across the country. “

MP Angie Craig (D-MN) tweeted, “I salute the members of Minnesota House who took bipartisan action last night to legalize marijuana in Minnesota. Now is the time for the Minnesota Senate to take up and pass these laws. ” They also tweeted, “Congratulations to @mnhouseDFL on passing this long overdue piece of legislation! Legalizing adult cannabis use will strengthen our economy and help address historical inequalities in drug enforcement. Now it is time for the Senate to get involved and bring this across the finish line. “

The house bill on Deschedule marijuana got a new co-sponsor for a total of two.

The house bill on protect immigrants from deportation for marijuana got three new co-sponsors for a total of five.

/ CONDITIONS

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s (D) California comeback plan includes a number of cannabis reforms, including the appointment of an Assistant Director for Justice and Inclusion, a pilot program of sustainable cultivation, and measures to process business licenses.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy (D) announced a working group report This suggests that the state “is considering the opportunities that new initiatives, including legalizing marijuana for recreational use, can create as potential sources of political and financial support for efforts to restart and restore Atlantic City.” pulls “.

A spokesperson for Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves (R) said he was “interested and intrigued” by the Supreme Court ruling rejecting the voter-approved medical cannabis program. Meanwhile it is Lieutenant Governor and Senator Legislators will work to get a medical marijuana program passed in January.

Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) signed a law that allows people with nonviolent offenses to own or work in medical cannabis companies.

Virginia Attorney General pointed out his leadership role in legalizing marijuana during a debate.

Delaware Legislators sent Governor John Carney (D) a bill to allow nurses and medical assistants to recommend medicinal cannabis.

Arizona Lawmakers sent Governor Doug Ducey (R) a bill to legalize drug test strips.

Colorado House spokesmen and other legislators introduced a bill setting limits on marijuana concentrates, restricting recommendations for medicinal cannabis, and requiring the state to investigate the effects of marijuana on certain health outcomes, among other things. Former governments. Bill Owens (R) and Bill Ritter (D) Co-author of a statement to approve the legislation.

The Utah The appeals court denied a motion to set aside the licensing decisions of the medical cannabis business regulators.

Ohio Regulators noted that arthritis, chronic migraines, and a complex regional pain syndrome are considered medical cannabis qualification requirements.

West Virginia Regulators are considering recommending growing medicinal cannabis at home.

Nevada Regulators issued updated coronavirus guidelines for marijuana companies.

Oklahoma Regulators defended the state’s residency requirements for medical cannabis entrepreneurs in a federal court.

Arizona Regulators released monthly data on the marijuana program.

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/ LOCAL

War, West Virginia The mayor was re-elected after being arrested for, among other things, marijuana possession and driving under the influence.

Hawthorne, California is considering hiring a former Los Angeles City Council member for a cannabis advisory position.

/ INTERNATIONAL

Spanish The legislature has set up a subcommittee to review medical cannabis regulations.

Japan The Department of Health, Labor and Social Welfare is preparing to approve cannabis-based medicines, but the government can also increase the penalties for marijuana.

South Africa The government is preparing to present a cannabis master plan by the end of the month.

/ SCIENCE & HEALTH

A review of the use of cannabis in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder found “improvement in ASD symptoms such as social communication (core symptom), non-core behavior (self-harm, restlessness, tantrums, restlessness, aggressiveness, irritability) and comorbid states (anxiety, epilepsy, sleep disorders / dysregulation, ADHD / hyperactivity / concentration) “And that” an additional benefit in improving comorbid conditions is the reduction in medication used in some participants. “

One study suggested that “CBD has potential therapeutic properties in terms of treating obesity and related disruptions. “

/ Advocacy, Opinion & Analysis

The Minnesota Democratic Farmer Labor Party tweeted: “Last night, DFLers made history in the MN house by passing a law to legalize adult cannabis. Unfortunately, the Senate Republicans plan to block the law. Minnesotans should know that voting for a Republican is voting against legalizing cannabis. ” It also tweeted, “It’s very simple: DFLers want to legalize cannabis for adults. Republicans don’t. If you want to legalize and responsibly regulate cannabis in Minnesota, choose DFL. “

The Washington Times editorial staff appeared to blame the use of marijuana and other drugs for deadly police shootings.

/ COMPANIES

Vireo Health International, Inc. reported quarterly GAAP revenues of $ 13.2 million and a net loss of $ 7 million.

Trulieve Cannabis Corp. urges a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit alleging it misled investors about moldy products.

Tilray, Inc. closes a cannabis plant in Ontario.

MedMen Opportunity Fund II LP is being sued over an alleged attempt by major owners to sell licenses for its Los Angeles, California, locations on terms that would harm investors.

Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. closed property in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and partnered with a subsidiary of Parallel.

TILT Holdings Inc. has a new CEO.

Michigan Retailers sold $ 154 million worth of legal marijuana in April.

/ CULTURE

Seth Rogen was asked by Stephen Colbert if he would ever smoke marijuana with Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX).

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