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Older drivers show evidence of impaired driving performance after smoking Cannabis, even if they regularly use cannabis Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 22, 2024 Cannabis Impact on Driving Performance in Older Adults: Toronto Study Reveals Weaving and Reduced Speed After Consumption. Epidemiological research indicates that cannabis increases vehicular ac
Report Says Minnesota Needs at Least 381 Dispensaries, Examines MJ Consumer Habits Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 22, 2024 Minnesota Will Need At Least 381 Recreational Dispensaries, New Report Suggests. Ahead of the Minnesota cannabis market’s official adult-use launch, a new report examines consumer habits around obtaining, purchasing and using canna
Michigan Marijuana sales surpass $3 billion in 2023, but face possible slowdown Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 22, 2024 The Michigan marijuana industry reached a new milestone in 2023: $3 billion in total sales. That’s $300 per man, woman and child. Despite 30% growth over the the $2.3 billion sold in 2022, insiders believe the market is increasingly s
Vermont House contemplates nixing THC caps for retail Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 18, 2024 Vermont Cannabis Control Board Urges Lawmakers to Eliminate Potency Caps. The Vermont Cannabis Control Board is asking lawmakers to eliminate caps on the potency of certain marijuana products from state law — a move officials said could keep more user
NCAA Division Proposes Removing Cannabis From Banned Substances List Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 18, 2024 Several changes are being implemented at the NCAA to reduce or end penalties for athletes who test positive for cannabinoids. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)—the organization that administers intercollegiate athletics in the
Bills alerting Medical Marijuana card holders that they can't purchase firearms passes the House Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 17, 2024 The South Dakota House passed two bills Tuesday that would notify medical cannabis cardholders that they cannot legally purchase firearms under federal law. All forms of marijuana, including state-approved medical mar
It’s about time on medical Marijuana for Wisconsin Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 16, 2024 We’re glad to see Wisconsin’s legislative Republicans moving toward a bill to allow medical marijuana in the state. While it’s not perfect, it’s an important step in the right direction. The last time we talked about the issue here was back in April 2023. That wa
Multiple bills aimed at legalizing Cannabis in Indiana introduced Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 15, 2024 Here is a list of bills introduced during the 2024 legislative session that are aimed at legalizing marijuana in Indiana. The legalization of marijuana could be a big topic ahead of this year's legislative session. There are currently nine differen
Dark Brandon Pardoned Thousands Convicted of Marijuana Use: Boosting Biden Day 11 Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 15, 2024 Americans convicted of marijuana possession or use are stuck with things on their records that can hurt them — even though they never did anything to hurt anyone else. Biden has done something about that. President Joe Biden is pard
German Medical Cannabis Associations Call For Wider Regulatory Reform Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 12, 2024 German associations have called for wider reforms to medical cannabis regulations to ‘reduce bureaucracy’ and open up access for patients. In July 2023, Germany’s federal government commissioned the Federal Joint Committee (G-BA) – the body res
These 7 details in GOP Medical Marijuana bill in Wisconsin could be key to debate Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Wisconsin Republicans Introduce Limited Medical Marijuana Bill, Facing Senate and Public Scrutiny. Assembly Republicans introduced a bill Monday that would allow Wisconsinites with one of 15 eligible health conditions to access smok
A conspiracy with Medical Cannabis licenses? Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 10, 2024 Recent court filings in the ongoing lawsuits over Alabama’s medical cannabis licensing hint at a conspiracy. wo medical cannabis companies that have filed suit against the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission appear to believe that the AMCC commissioners and/or staff co
The Rising Popularity of Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Products: A Call for Increased Regulation and Research Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 9, 2024 A significant proportion of Americans are reportedly turning to hemp-derived alternative cannabinoid products, such as CBD, delta 8, CBG, and CBN. These products are not currently regulated by the federal gover
Maryland lawmakers may revisit issue of drivers smelling of Marijuana Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 8, 2024 Opponents Seek to Overturn Maryland Law Prohibiting Police from Using Marijuana Odor as Probable Cause for Stops and Searches. When leaving a meeting at Prince George’s Community College one night, the Rev. Robert L. Screen and his wife were sho
Cannabis use disorder rising, especially among mentally ill Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 5, 2024 New research challenges the fantasy that all cannabis use is medicinal. A great deal of excitement continues to be generated by the legalization of nonmedical cannabis use, also known as recreational or social use. Thankfully, cannabis users no longer nee
Governor Beshear calls for expansion of Kentucky Medical Marijuana program Image Cannabis NewsJanuary 5, 2024 Kentucky Governor Proposes Expansion of Medical Marijuana Program with New Regulations and Qualifying Conditions. Governor Andy Beshear announced on Thursday calls for expansion of the state's medical marijuana program, including new regula
