PA medical marijuana oversight bill; HI & TX psychedelics; NY cannabis biz grants; CBD mouthwash study; FL hemp restrictions; ID medical cannabis
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
A new poll and analysis from Bloomberg Intelligence shows that three out of four young adults are using cannabis as an alternative to alcohol at least once a week.
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a bill to strengthen safety standards and oversight of the state’s medical cannabis program through enhanced compliance testing, product audits, statistical analyses and lab inspections.
The Hawaii House Health Committee amended and approved a Senate-passed bill to support clinical research on psychedelic-assisted therapies using substances such as psilocybin and MDMA.
A Texas senator filed a bill to support research on “the use of psychedelic therapies for treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and other co-occurring conditions.”
The New York Office of Cannabis Management is now accepting applications for a $5 million grant program to help businesses run by people harmed by prior marijuana criminalization through reimbursements for expenses such as point-of-sale systems, security hardware and insurance.
A new study found that using a “mouthwash containing cannabidiol (CBD) and spilanthol has been demonstrated to maintain the homeostasis of the oral microbiome, thereby reducing the levels of bacteria that can affect periodontal health.”
The Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee held a hearing on a bill to legalize medical cannabis, taking testimony from an Air Force veteran with stage four cancer who wants to use marijuana as an opioid alternative.
The Florida Senate Agriculture Committee held a hearing on a bill to restrict intoxicating hemp products while regulating hemp-infused drinks—with liquor industry representatives testifying in support.
/ FEDERAL
The Drug Enforcement Administration ignored internal warnings about the legality of its mass phone data collection program, according to a report from the Justice Department’s Office of the Inspector General.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement deported a Wisconsin woman to Laos over a marijuana conviction.
Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) said that “so far, the actions of this administration have not matched President Trump’s previous rhetoric in support of cannabis rescheduling.”
/ STATES
Wyoming paid $150,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a hemp farmer who claimed her crop was improperly seized by law enforcement based on erroneous allegations she grew and trafficked marijuana.
Minnesota’s marijuana license application website shut down hours before the submission deadline.
New York regulators are promoting cannabis safe storage during National Poison Prevention Week.
Missouri regulators posted the latest episode of their cannabis podcast.
Nevada regulators will consider marijuana business issues on Thursday.
Oregon regulators will discuss a cannabis lab report on Thursday.
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/ LOCAL
Los Angeles, California regulators are accepting applications to be verified as cannabis social equity businesses.
/ INTERNATIONAL
The UK’s King Charles is reportedly using medical cannabis to treat cancer, according to an unnamed “palace source.”
The British Columbia, Canada Appeal Court ruled that a lower court was mistaken in allowing an insurance company to deny a payout to a homeowner who grew medical cannabis.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A study suggested that “CBD oil could serve as a viable, plant-safe biopesticide, offering a promising alternative to traditional synthetic pesticides.”
A review concluded that “early studies have shown positive outcomes with psychedelics, including reductions in anorexia nervosa symptoms and improvements in psychological well-being.”
/ BUSINESS
SNDL Inc. reported quarterly net revenue of C$257.7 million and an operating loss of C$76.1 million.
High Tide Inc. reported quarterly revenue of C$142.5 million and a net loss of C$2.7 million.
The Securities and Exchange Commission charged Acreage Holdings, Inc.’s former chief financial officer with allegedly lying to the company’s auditor and falsifying accounting records.
CULTA’s CEO is stepping down.
/ CULTURE
Bill Burr spoke about how an experience with psilocybin improved his personality.
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