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Delta-8 THC May Have Untapped Disease-Fighting Potential

There are still many unknowns, but we see great promise in these products in medical applications.

Inverse

Green Thumb Industries is a Cannabis Cash Cow: This Week in Cannabis Investing

Green Thumb Industries reported solid cash flow generation in the first quarter despite continued price compression.

Kiplinger

New York's Heavy Hand Keeps Illegal Marijuana and Tobacco Dealers in Business

High taxes and heavy regulations are as effective as prohibition at creating black markets.

Reason

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Prosecutor: Baltimore police officer sold pot on the clock

Two Baltimore police officers have been indicted in separate cases this week, including one accused of selling marijuana while on duty

The Independent UK

This California Bill Would Mandate Punishment of Marijuana Debtors Without a Hearing

To address an "unpaid debt bubble," the proposed law would dictate contract terms and require regulators to intervene in commercial disputes.

Reason

Fewer bills in 2023 related to private funding of elections than 2022

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Ballotpedia

Father, son held for stashing 6 quintals of ganja for sale during Puri Rath Yatra

BHUBANESWAR: A father-son duo’s maiden attempt to store huge quantities of marijuana to sell to tourists, mostly foreigners, during the Puri Rath Yatra next month backfired with police arresting them on Wednesday and seizing 6 quintals of the contraband worth Rs 60 lakh. This is highest ganja haul in Puri…

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Oregon secretary of state resigns due to marijuana job

Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan has announced her resignation amid sharp criticism from both Republicans and Democrats for having moonlighted as a highly-paid consultant to a marijuana business

The Independent UK

Florida marijuana legalization initiative has 94% of signatures needed to appear on 2024 ballot

Smart & Safe Florida, a campaign supporting a ballot initiative to legalize marijuana in Florida, has collected 841,130 valid signatures, 94% of the 891,523 valid signatures needed to be placed on the ballot in 2024.

Ballotpedia

New York Legalized Marijuana, but a Legal Typo Is Hindering Implementation

Correcting the error will require new legislation.

Reason

Scooby doobie don't: Discarded joints pose hazards for dogs

Veterinarians are growing alarmed by an apparent rise in marijuana poisonings among dogs that ingest discarded joints and edibles on city sidewalks

The Independent UK

Oregon secretary of state is sorry for outside marijuana job

Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan has apologized for taking a job as a consultant for a marijuana company

The Independent UK

Minnesota Is Poised To Join 22 Other States in Legalizing Recreational Marijuana

The debate over the details shows that, despite all the talk of treating cannabis like alcohol, legislators are not prepared to fully embrace that model.

Reason

Abortion, marijuana, and policing—One week until voters in San Antonio decide ballot measure

Welcome to the Monday, May 1, Brew.

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The Guardian - US

Biden reduces sentences of 31 people convicted of nonviolent drug offences

White House announces offenders to be moved to home confinement and they will not have to pay remainder of fines

The Independent UK

Marijuana job lands Oregon Secretary of State in trouble

Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan is in hot water, with Republican lawmakers calling for her resignation and the Democratic governor seeking investigations because Fagan took a consulting job with a marijuana firm

The Independent UK

Senate vote puts Minnesota on path to legalizing marijuana

The Minnesota Senate has voted legalize recreational marijuana for adults

The Independent UK

Lobbyist pleads guilty in Michigan marijuana bribery probe

A lobbyist has pleaded guilty to conspiring to pass bribes to the head of a Michigan marijuana licensing board

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The Conversation

Cannabis-derived products like delta-8 THC and delta-10 THC have flooded the US market – two immunologists explain the medicinal benefits and potential risks

These days you see signs for delta-8 THC, delta-10 THC and CBD, or cannabidiol, everywhere – at gas stations, convenience stores, vape shops and online. Many people are rightly wondering which of these compounds are legal, whether it is safe to consume them and which of their supposed medicinal benefits…

Ballotpedia

Abortion, marijuana decriminalization, the climate, and law enforcement featured on local ballots in Texas on May 6

Ballotpedia is covering 47 ballot measures in seven counties in Texas on May 6. Five of the 47 are citizen initiatives, and the remaining 42 were referred to the ballot by a vote of a local governing board, such as a county board or city council.

The Independent UK

Twitter relaxes pot ad rules to lure in more advertisers

Twitter under its 4/20-friendly owner Elon Musk earlier this year became the first major social media company to allow cannabis advertisements

ABC News

Dogs sniff out marijuana stash at dog parks, beaches on Sunshine Coast leading to high vet bills

Animal owners are being urged to closely supervise their dogs after a number of pets were suspected to have ingested discarded marijuana on walks on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.

Reason

Ethanol Subsidies Could Trip Up Debt Ceiling Negotiations

Plus: Home equity theft at the Supreme Court, New York shows how not to legalize marijuana, and more...

The Independent UK

Ex-head of Michigan marijuana panel pleads guilty to bribery

The former head of a Michigan marijuana licensing board has pleaded guilty to bribery

Reason

Delaware Just Became the 22nd State To Legalize Recreational Marijuana

Despite his reservations, Gov. John Carney let the bills become law without his signature.

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