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California Cannabis Industry and Social Equity Programs

California Cannabis Industry and Social Equity Programs

Social equity in California, each city has their own program therefore, consistency is hard to find. The one thing remaining consistent statewide: cannabis social equity in California is failing. &nb
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Is $3 Million Considered Equitable, Connecticut? 

Is $3 Million Considered Equitable, Connecticut? 

Connecticut's Social Equity Program - What is it? “It’s a head-scratcher and a huge barrier to entry.”- Michelle Bodian Equitable: fair and impartial; but in the Connecticut cannabi
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2022 Oregon Marijuana Laws: How Legalization Affects Society

2022 Oregon Marijuana Laws: How Legalization Affects Society

Since the beginning of the 21st century, more Americans side with legalizing both recreational and medical marijuana. This positive movement towards a more 'pro-marijuana' world has led to a substanti
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The Current State of Cannabis Legalization: Arizona - The Journey to Adult Use Legalization

The Current State of Cannabis Legalization: Arizona - The Journey to Adult Use Legalization

In 2020, Arizona officially became a recreational cannabis state. The journey toward legalization was a long and often complicated one—marked by ballot initiatives, legal challenges, shifting pu
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Pro's & Cons of Cannabis Legalization - New York

Pro's & Cons of Cannabis Legalization - New York

In March 2021, New York passed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo. This act made the adult-use of recreational cannabis legal under the followin
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Northeast Tri-State Cannabis Legalization: New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut - 2021 Update

Northeast Tri-State Cannabis Legalization: New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut - 2021 Update

As April 2021, the following represents the status of northeast, tri-state cannabis legalization: New York: recreational cannabis consumption is legal in the state of New York.  New Jersey: recr
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Cannabis Legalization Wins in the 2020 Election

Cannabis Legalization Wins in the 2020 Election

With a heated presidential election topping headlines, it is easy to forget about the ballot measures like cannabis legalization that voters are also deciding. There are now a total of fifteen states
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CBD and Hemp Legality in Washington DC - 2021 Update

CBD and Hemp Legality in Washington DC - 2021 Update

2021 Update: D.C. is a special case when it comes to adult use cannabis under Initiative 71 - and it’s best to dig into that to understand cannabis law in Washington D.C. No updates have been ma
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Canadian Hemp Laws: Is it legal to buy US CBD from Canada online?

Canadian Hemp Laws: Is it legal to buy US CBD from Canada online?

The best answer to 'Is it legal to buy US CBD from Canada online?' is 'No.' It is not legal to buy US hemp online and ship it to Canada because they have totally different regulatory standards. For so
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UK Hemp Laws: Is it legal to buy US CBD from the UK online?

UK Hemp Laws: Is it legal to buy US CBD from the UK online?

The best answer to 'Is it legal to buy US CBD from the UK online?' is 'No.' It is not legal to buy US hemp online and ship it to the UK because the UK has totally different regulatory standards. For s
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Buying US Hemp in Puerto Rico: Puerto Rico Hemp Laws

Buying US Hemp in Puerto Rico: Puerto Rico Hemp Laws

In addition to the federal hemp laws laid out in the 2018 Farm Bill, each state has its own state hemp laws- this also includes US territories like Puerto Rico. Before we dive in on Puerto Rico Hemp L
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CBD and Hemp Legality in Maryland: Maryland Hemp Laws - 2021 Update

CBD and Hemp Legality in Maryland: Maryland Hemp Laws - 2021 Update

2021 Update No new updates have been made on hemp and CBD laws in Maryland. In addition to the federal hemp laws laid out in the 2018 Farm Bill, each state has its own state hemp laws. Before we dive
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