MEDICAL MARIJUANA

North Carolina Senate Passes Medical Marijuana Bill, Uncertain Future in House 0

In a significant legislative move, the North Carolina Senate has passed a bill to legalize medical marijuana, a measure that now faces an uncertain fate in the House. The bill, which includes stringent regulations on hemp-derived products, aims to provide relief to patients with specific medical conditions. Proponents argue it offers a compassionate solution for

North Carolina Senate Revives Medical Marijuana Legalization Efforts 0

In a significant move, the North Carolina Senate has revived efforts to legalize medical marijuana by adding an amendment to an existing hemp regulations bill. The amendment, introduced on Wednesday, aims to provide a legal framework for the medical use of marijuana, aligning with broader national trends towards cannabis reform. The legislative push comes after

New Pilot Project Aims to Make Medical Marijuana More Accessible to Seniors 0

A new initiative, The Commonwealth Project, is set to revolutionize healthcare for seniors by integrating medical marijuana into traditional medical care. This pilot project is designed to make medical cannabis more accessible to elderly patients, who often struggle with managing chronic pain and other health conditions. The project will provide seniors with the education and

Marijuana Reclassification Could Impact Workers’ Compensation Landscape 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- June 5, 2024
The Biden administration’s recent decision to reclassify marijuana is poised to significantly impact the workers’ compensation landscape. By rescheduling marijuana from an illegal drug to one that can be accessed through pharmacies, this move could streamline the process for patients needing medical cannabis for treatment and pain management. The shift comes amidst growing recognition of
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Louisiana Legislature Approves Transfer of Cannabis Grow Permits to Private Operators 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- May 29, 2024
In a significant move for the state’s medical cannabis industry, the Louisiana Legislature has passed a bill allowing the transfer of the state’s two medical cannabis cultivation licenses to private companies. This decision, which shifts control from the current university-affiliated operators to private entities, is expected to bring substantial changes to the state’s cannabis market.
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Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program Sees Record Sales, Potential Expansion on the Horizon 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- May 22, 2024
Arkansas’s medical marijuana industry is thriving, with sales surpassing $1 billion since the first dispensary opened in May 2019. In 2023 alone, patients spent a record $283 million on medical cannabis, demonstrating the program’s significant growth and demand. As the industry continues to expand, pending litigation and a potential ballot measure could further increase access
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