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Nevada Breaks New Ground Opening Police Recruitment To Individuals With Prior Marijuana Convictions
Tuesday, December 5, 2023 - 5:56pm | 442Nevada has taken a groundbreaking step in law enforcement hiring practices by amending regulations to permit individuals with past marijuana convictions to apply for police officer positions. The state's Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) recently voted in favor of this...
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From New York To Nevada: Cannabis Policy Being Enacted Across The Country
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 - 6:05pm | 828New York New York's inaugural cannabis hearing on October 30th will address challenges in the state's legal cannabis market since 2021. Chair of Senate Subcommittee on Cannabis State Senator Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) will lead the live-streamed event, focusing on legal obstacles...
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Warning To Marijuana Consumers: Oregon And Nevada Recall Mold-Infected And Fungus-Tainted Cannabis
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 - 4:18pm | 607Oregon Recalls Cannabis Flower Over Mold and Heavy Metals The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) has recalled cannabis flower products from three producers in response to positive tests for mold (aspergillus) and heavy metals (cadmium and mercury). The issue came to light...
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Picnic With The Hottest New Cannabis Products: Signature Strains, Vapes, K. Haring Glass Testers & More
Friday, June 9, 2023 - 4:54pm | 982Discover the latest and most exciting cannabis products in this round-up from Benzinga. Our selection features a wide range of offerings that have recently hit the market, providing something for every cannabis enthusiast. Signature Dried Flower Strains by Pure Sunfarms Pure Sunfarms Corp., a...
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Nevada Lawmakers Approve Comprehensive Cannabis Reform Bill, Awaits Governor's Signature
Friday, June 9, 2023 - 3:13pm | 457Nevada lawmakers have approved a comprehensive marijuana reform bill, aiming to increase possession limits and remove barriers in the industry. Abby Kaufmann, secretary of the Chamber of Cannabis, is certain the marijuana reform bill will receive the governor's signature. However, in the...
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From Decriminalization To Safety Concerns: Cannabis Developments In WA, Minnesota, Secret Service & More
Monday, May 1, 2023 - 6:58pm | 861Washington Considers Special Session To Prevent Drug Decriminalization Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and lawmakers are considering a special session to address decriminalizing the possession of controlled substances after lawmakers failed to pass a bill in the regular session. As...
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Weed And Psychedelics Research Bill, GA MMJ Lawsuit, NV' Pot Revenue, Canada Cannabis Regs & More
Tuesday, March 28, 2023 - 2:39pm | 853Congress Boosts Cannabis And Psychedelics Research, Cracks Down On Fentanyl The House Energy & Commerce Committee approved a bill sponsored by Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) that aims to increase penalties for fentanyl-related substances and streamline research into Schedule I substances such as...
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Marijuana Legalization Efforts In MN And TX, Cannabis Labs In NM & Weed Vendors In NV
Monday, March 20, 2023 - 4:35pm | 712As the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference returns to Miami (April 11-12) bringing together top CEOs, investors, leaders, advocates, and politicians, let's review the latest regulatory changes in the space. Marijuana Legalization Bill Advances In Minnesota A bill seeking to legalize marijuana...
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Cannabis Vendors In Nevada Could Participate In Temporary Retail Events Under Proposed Bill
Friday, March 17, 2023 - 10:12am | 518Public consumption of cannabis in Nevada is prohibited. The famous “seshes,” a kind of weed bazaar where people buy and sell products have become a landmark of the gray market, are thriving and have caught the attention of Nevada lawmakers. Assemblyman...
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Cannabis Farmers Markets In CA, Legalization In MN, USDA's Hemp Report, TX's Outdated Program And More
Sunday, January 29, 2023 - 7:51pm | 890During the annual workshop of the Nevada County Board of Supervisors, in California, Brian Foss, director of planning, said the county is looking into changes to cannabis regulation, from zoning to droning, the authorities are looking into efficient policies, reported local media. But there's...
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Cannabis Legalization Bills In MN, OH & OK, Licenses Suspended In NV, Retail Weed In Several States
Thursday, January 26, 2023 - 12:05am | 767Minnesota Cannabis Legalization Bill On Wednesday, the Senate Judiciary and Public Safety Committee in Minnesota held a first hearing on a bill to legalize marijuana, reported Marijuana Moment. “The prohibition of cannabis is a failed system that has not achieved the desired goals and has had...