Policy & Regulation
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- Medical
Switzerland’s amendment on medical cannabis comes into force
The Swiss government announced in June that rules for medical cannabis will be simplified.
- Policy & Regulation
The bipartisan cannabis research bill passes
IMPROVED ACCESS Cannabis research bill passes The bipartisan Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act passed the US House on Tuesday and is expected to be heading to the President’s desk soon, reports Cannabis Business Times.
- CBD Market
Brittney Griner’s lawyers argue cannabis was prescribed
ON THE DEFENSE Brittney Griner’s lawyers argue cannabis was prescribed WNBA star Brittney Griner’s lawyer argued that in addition to mistakenly bringing a cannabis vape to Russia while packing in a rush, the cannabis product was prescribed for medical purposes, reports the Guardian.
- CBD Market
Future proofing the UK cannabis industry
The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for CBD Products has presented a cannabis industry business plan to the Government.
- Hemp Industry
A committee hearing on cannabis has been scheduled in the US Senate
CANNABIS COMMITTEE A committee hearing on cannabis has been scheduled in the US Senate The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Terrorism, which is chaired by Sen.
- Policy & Regulation
UK white paper suggests de facto cannabis decriminalisation
A new white paper published by the UK government suggests diverting people caught with cannabis to awareness services rather than face criminal sanctions.
- CBD Market
Financial associations ask lawmakers to pass banking amendment in defense bill
BANKS WANT SAFE Financial associations ask lawmakers to pass banking amendment in defense bil A group of financial institution associations have formally asked US lawmakers to approve Rep.
- Policy & Regulation
Albania proposes law to regulate cannabis
Albania could join a number of European countries moving toward implementing progressive cannabis policy.
- Cultivation
Pennsylvania Governor signs state cannabis banking bill
STATE BANKING Pennsylvania Governor signs state cannabis banking bill Gov.
- Policy & Regulation
Italy’s cannabis prohibition debate continues
Despite the rejection of a referendum on the topic, the impact of the prohibition of cannabis in Italy continues to be discussed.
- Adult-Use
Crafting cannabis policy to adhere to European and international regulations
A new white paper discusses the obligations and flexibilities of the cannabis industry under European and international law.
- Adult-Use
Cannabis Europa: equity must come first in the cannabis industry
“We need to end criminal sanctions for cannabis,” says drug reform expert.
