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Senate Committee Approves Bill to End Cannabis-Related Job Disqualification for Federal Jobs Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 19, 2024 Senate Committee Approves Measure To End Consideration of Past Cannabis Use for Federal Jobs and Security Clearances The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 9-5 to approve legislation which

Senate Committee Approves Bill to End Cannabis-Related Job Disqualification for Federal Jobs Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 19, 2024 Senate Committee Approves Measure To End Consideration of Past Cannabis Use for Federal Jobs and Security Clearances The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee voted 9-5 to approve legislation which

Ex-Arsenal Player in $800K Cannabis Smuggling Bust Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 19, 2024 Former Arsenal Player Jay Emmanuel-Thomas Charged in $800,000 Cannabis Smuggling Case. Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a former Arsenal Champions League player, has been charged with attempting to smuggle cannabis worth $800,000 through a UK airport. Arrested at his Glasg

Ex-Arsenal Player in $800K Cannabis Smuggling Bust Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 19, 2024 Former Arsenal Player Jay Emmanuel-Thomas Charged in $800,000 Cannabis Smuggling Case. Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, a former Arsenal Champions League player, has been charged with attempting to smuggle cannabis worth $800,000 through a UK airport. Arrested at his Glasg

Where Are Germany’s Planned Cannabis Model Projects? Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 Germany’s Cannabis Legalization Faces Uncertainty Amid Political Challenges. Germany’s long-anticipated ‘Pillar 2’ is in danger of being abandoned by the government amid ongoing political roadblocks both domestically and from the EU. With the growing politica

Aurora Cannabis advances auto-flowering research Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 The technology will transform cultivation in high latitude regions. Aurora Cannabis is home to one of the world’s largest genetic libraries for cannabis in Comox. At 32,200 sq ft, with 10,000 sq ft dedicated to research and 21,700 sq ft of greenhouse space and ha

Cannabis Farmers in California Struggle with Insurance Amid Wildfire Risks and Federal Legal Hurdles Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 Hannah Whyte is one of thousands of Californians who have struggled to insure their property in the event of wildfire. Her 77-acre farm nestled deep in a wildfire-vulnerable forest lost its coverage from State F

Newsom Proposes Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products, Sparking Backlash Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 Newsom wants to ban intoxicating hemp products. Industry — and some health experts — say he’s going too far. California is seeking to crack down on sometimes-toxic hemp products containing THC, sparking ire from an industry that has for years

Newsom Proposes Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products, Sparking Backlash Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 Newsom wants to ban intoxicating hemp products. Industry — and some health experts — say he’s going too far. California is seeking to crack down on sometimes-toxic hemp products containing THC, sparking ire from an industry that has for years

Californians are ‘panic buying’ Hemp before an expected THC ban Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 Panic Buying of Hemp Products Surges Amid Governor Newsom’s Emergency Ban. Gov. Gavin Newsom has set off a surge of “panic buying” hemp after his announcement earlier this month that he’s attempting to outlaw all hemp THC products, a category of ca

Californians are ‘panic buying’ Hemp before an expected THC ban Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 18, 2024 Panic Buying of Hemp Products Surges Amid Governor Newsom’s Emergency Ban. Gov. Gavin Newsom has set off a surge of “panic buying” hemp after his announcement earlier this month that he’s attempting to outlaw all hemp THC products, a category of ca

Weed dispensary evicted, sued over unpaid rent Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 Cannabis Dispensary MedMen Evicted, Sued for Unpaid Rent in Williamsville A cannabis company that filed for bankruptcy in April is being sued for rent by its Williamsville landlord, which evicted the weed dispensary last month. ALS Main and Transit LLC — an affilia

Owners of Spirit Rising House charged with distributing cannabis to underage kids Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 The 4 owners charged Monday with distributing illicit cannabis and providing cannabis to a young person. The owners of a Manitoba for-profit private foster home provider accused of giving marijuana to underage teens were charged M

Pennsylvania Lawmakers File Bipartisan Marijuana Legalization Bill Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 A bipartisan duo of Pennsylvania lawmakers last week filed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. The legislation, which would legalize cannabis for adults and allow for regulated sales of recreational weed, was introduced on Fr

Donald Trump’s unlikely Weed wager Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 The former president’s pro-cannabis policies could bolster his efforts to gain support with key Democratic constituencies. Donald Trump may be a teetotaler, but he’s hoping another intoxicating product will give his campaign an important boost in a tight election. After years

Donald Trump’s unlikely Weed wager Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 The former president’s pro-cannabis policies could bolster his efforts to gain support with key Democratic constituencies. Donald Trump may be a teetotaler, but he’s hoping another intoxicating product will give his campaign an important boost in a tight election. After years

Federal Rescheduling: What It Could Mean For Cannabis Banking And Capital Markets Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 As cannabis rescheduling inches forward, the conversation surrounding its impact on traditional banking and capital markets has intensified. Pablo Zuanic, an equity analyst covering cannabis and psychedelics, shared his thoughts d

Federal Rescheduling: What It Could Mean For Cannabis Banking And Capital Markets Image Cannabis NewsSeptember 17, 2024 As cannabis rescheduling inches forward, the conversation surrounding its impact on traditional banking and capital markets has intensified. Pablo Zuanic, an equity analyst covering cannabis and psychedelics, shared his thoughts d