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Health effects of secondhand marijuana smoke
As more states, including Ohio, legalize recreational marijuana, there is still little research into its health effects. This includes a lack of research around secondhand marijuana smoke, according to University of Cincinnati researcher LaTrice Montgomery, PhD. “A lot of the studies that are out now sort of draw from the tobacco industry,” Montgomery, adjunct associate … [Read more...] about Health effects of secondhand marijuana smoke
As Election Buzz Swirls Around Biden And Harris, DEA Comment Period Ends: What’s Next For Cannabis Rescheduling?
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and DEA proposed reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) on May 21, 2024. A Benzinga analysis of over 4,000 public comments submitted by May 23 reveals strong support for this move, with 75.9% positive responses. Commenters highlighted the medical advantages and urged alignment with state … [Read more...] about As Election Buzz Swirls Around Biden And Harris, DEA Comment Period Ends: What’s Next For Cannabis Rescheduling?
Stockton University to offer degree in hemp, cannabis business management
Stockton University is now the first school in New Jersey to offer a degree in hemp and cannabis business management. The curriculum starts in the fall.ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - Stockton University is now the first school in New Jersey to offer a degree in hemp and cannabis business management. The curriculum starts in the fall."New Jersey’s on pace to do a billion dollars in … [Read more...] about Stockton University to offer degree in hemp, cannabis business management
DeSantis criticizes proposed pot amendment at Sheriffs Convention
Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke Tuesday to law enforcement attendees and had a lot to say about the constitutional amendment to legalize recreational marijuana on this year’s ballot.This November, voters in Florida will decide on Amendment Three, which if passed would legalize weed for adults 21 years old and older and allow possession of up to three ounces.The measure would go into … [Read more...] about DeSantis criticizes proposed pot amendment at Sheriffs Convention
Kamala Harris’ Prospective VP Picks All Seem To Support Cannabis Legalization: 6 Names In The Mix
As Democrats coalesce around Vice President Kamala Harris‘ presidential bid following Sunday’s news that President Joe Biden would not seek re-election, speculation around who she might pick as her running mate, if she secures the party's nomination of course, is swirling. We couldn't help but notice that five out of the five names floating around happen to be supporters of … [Read more...] about Kamala Harris’ Prospective VP Picks All Seem To Support Cannabis Legalization: 6 Names In The Mix
Cannabis Sales Without Lab Testing Now Legal In Guam
The governor of Guam signed into law a bill that allows cannabis cultivation and sale without laboratory testing. ‘Once a market is established, investors will have data points to justify investing in a laboratory testing facility," the governor stated. A bill preventing any employer, or government agency from cannabis testing as a condition of employment also became law. The … [Read more...] about Cannabis Sales Without Lab Testing Now Legal In Guam
More Americans with diabetes are using marijuana
As marijuana loses much of its stigma and laws around its use relax, Americans are increasingly consuming it medically and recreationally. Americans with diabetes are no exception, a new study finds. The number of adults with diabetes who said that they'd used cannabis at least once over the past month jumped by a third between 2021 and 2022, the new report found. This surge … [Read more...] about More Americans with diabetes are using marijuana
Group opposing legal weed amendment forms, staffed with DeSantis allies
A new political committee staffed with allies of Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to oppose Amendment 3, which would allow adults in Florida to use marijuana recreationally.The committee, Vote No on 3, announced in a news release on Friday that they have the “full support of the Governor.”DeSantis has criticized the amendment for being overly broad and said that legalization could lead … [Read more...] about Group opposing legal weed amendment forms, staffed with DeSantis allies
Officials seize illegal cannabis products, believed to be worth $10 million, in Bronx marijuana bust
MOTT HAVEN, The Bronx (WABC) -- Police seized millions of dollars worth of illegal cannabis products inside an after-hours social club in the Bronx on Saturday afternoon. It was a massive collaboration between the NYC Sheriff's Office and NYPD, and what started as a routine inspection quickly turned into a raid of a building in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx. Police were … [Read more...] about Officials seize illegal cannabis products, believed to be worth $10 million, in Bronx marijuana bust
