In a recent decision affirming summary judgment in favor of defendant Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc. (the “Agency”), the Connecticut Appellate Court provided employers with useful guidance about managing disabled employees who are also qualified medical marijuana users, and appropriately requiring reasonable suspicion drug testing.BackgroundIn early 2018, the … [Read more...] about Court Clarifies Employers’ Rights Under Connecticut’s Palliative Use of Marijuana Act, Guidance on Drug Testing
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Brookfield would become one of first area towns to permit cannabis businesses under proposed rules
BROOKFIELD — With a moratorium that restricts the opening of new cannabis businesses in town set to expire in May, the Zoning Commission has scheduled a public hearing to gather feedback from residents and business owners before adopting proposed zoning regulations to allow such establishments to operate.The hearing will be held at 7 p.m. March 28 in Room 133 of the Brookfield … [Read more...] about Brookfield would become one of first area towns to permit cannabis businesses under proposed rules
CT launches new campaign to warn kids and parents about illegally-packaged cannabis edibles
A new public service ad warning parents of cannabis edibles that are illegally packaged to look like common kid snacks is now running in Connecticut.The ad begins with kids opening their school lockers. They find candy, and excited, they trade. But what looks like regular candy is really cannabis. Then Bryan Cafferelli, state consumer protection commissioner, walks down the … [Read more...] about CT launches new campaign to warn kids and parents about illegally-packaged cannabis edibles
Fine Fettle, Norwalk’s first recreational cannabis dispensary, is now open: ‘People are excited’
NORWALK — Even with blustery 29-degree weather and 31 mile-per-hour wind gusts, a growing line of about 20 couldn’t be deterred from the city’s first recreational cannabis dispensary on its opening day.The Fine Fettle location at 191 Main St. opened Thursday with a 20 percent discount for customers’ first purchase at the location, with an added bonus that customers who sign up … [Read more...] about Fine Fettle, Norwalk’s first recreational cannabis dispensary, is now open: ‘People are excited’
Cannabis advocates say there’s still 1,200 people whose Connecticut sentences should be modified
HARTFORD — While the state's 2021 legalization of adult-use cannabis cleared the criminal records of thousands of people, as many as 1,200 others should have their Connecticut cases reviewed and their incarceration or probationary periods modified or terminated, advocates told the legislative Judiciary Committee on Wednesday.But Chief State's Attorney Patrick Griffin told the … [Read more...] about Cannabis advocates say there’s still 1,200 people whose Connecticut sentences should be modified
JEDI TONG: DEFENDER OF THE REPUBLIC
In a galaxy far, far away, where binary suns painted the sky with hues of crimson and gold, the Galactic Republic stood as a beacon of hope. Amidst the celestial tapestry, a powerful Jedi named William Tong—known to all as Jedi Tong—emerged as an unwavering defender of justice. 🔦 The Darkening Shadows The year was 2024 GS (Galactic Standard). The Republic faced … [Read more...] about JEDI TONG: DEFENDER OF THE REPUBLIC
Proposed cannabis dispensaries in Stamford prompt protest from neighbors: ‘We don’t want this here’
STAMFORD — Two proposals to open cannabis dispensaries in Stamford have yet to go before the city's Zoning Board, but opposition is already building up.A public meeting on Monday night, followed by a small protest on Tuesday afternoon, were set up to discuss and protest the two applications — one for the city's West Side and the other in the Cove neighborhood — that have … [Read more...] about Proposed cannabis dispensaries in Stamford prompt protest from neighbors: ‘We don’t want this here’
Stratford approves Budr Cannabis for hybrid dispensary near Shelton border
A Connecticut-based cannabis company has won approval to open a dispensary at a shopping center in the town’s North End, despite pushback from medical providers that claimed the store would harm their nearby practices. The Stratford Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to approve plans from Budr Cannabis, which operates stores in West Hartford and Danbury, to open a hybrid … [Read more...] about Stratford approves Budr Cannabis for hybrid dispensary near Shelton border
Connecticut’s Social Equity program provides stability to communities affected by drugs
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - Connecticut’s adult use marijuana program is different from other states, mainly because of social equity.This means a large chunk of profits goes to distressed communities.We wanted to see how some of this money is making a difference.Hartford’s youth get help with their homework, and a lot more at the Hartford City Mission.Victor Rush is the executive … [Read more...] about Connecticut’s Social Equity program provides stability to communities affected by drugs
Lawmakers, trying ‘to wrest back a little’ control on cannabis, plan fixes to CT law
Recognizing a fast-changing world, a key state committee voted Tuesday to expand the overall marijuana regulation to THC-infused beverages.Only 14 months since licensed retailers began selling recreational marijuana in Connecticut, legislators said they are trying to make sure that they regulate the products beyond edibles and traditional marijuana that is smoked.Sen. John … [Read more...] about Lawmakers, trying ‘to wrest back a little’ control on cannabis, plan fixes to CT law
