American Legion backs psychedelics bill for veterans; Poll: NC support for marijuana & hemp reform; Analysis of Reddit cannabinoid posts
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
Reps. Nydia Velázquez (D-NY) and Warren Davidson (R-OH) filed a bill to protect insurance companies from being punished for covering marijuana businesses.
The American Legion, which represents more than 1.2 million military veteran members, is endorsing a congressional bill to promote research into the therapeutic potential of psychedelics by creating a new office focused on the issue in the Department of Veterans Affairs.
A new poll shows that North Carolina adults support legalizing marijuana for recreational and medical purposes—and that a majority also wants to keep hemp THC seltzers and gummies legal, but with new age limits.
Data scientist and public health researcher Sunehera Hasib explains in a new Marijuana Moment op-ed that an analysis she did of nearly 18,000 Reddit posts shows that “the minor cannabinoids that receive far less attention in the mainstream market are often the same compounds patients repeatedly describe as helpful.”
/ FEDERAL
President Donald Trump designated an annual list of major drug transit or major illicit drug producing countries.
The White House Office of National Drug Control Policy issued a drug threat notice about increasing prevalence and potency of fentanyl analogues such as carfentanil, fluorofentanyl and methylfentanyl.
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) tweeted, “The SAFE Banking Act is about making it easier for legal cannabis businesses to access banking and other financial services that will help them protect their workers and customers. This legislation is key for small businesses in Nevada, and I will continue working until we pass it into law.”
/ STATES
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer (D) signed a bill to rename the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement as the Division of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana Enforcement.
Florida independent gubernatorial candidate Frank Russo revealed that he is a registered medical cannabis patient and discussed broad public support for recreational marijuana legalization.
A New Jersey assemblymember filed legislation aimed at preventing consumption of cannabis and psilocybin by underage kids.
Missouri regulators announced a recall of marijuana products did not pass testing for aspergillus.
Massachusetts regulators launched an overhaul of marijuana rules.
Alaska regulators are proposing changes to rules on deadlines for marijuana businesses to file a notice of defense following violation accusations.
Michigan regulators announced penalties against a marijuana business over alleged violations.
Virginia regulators touted the opening of the first medical cannabis dispensary in an area of the state.
California regulators sent updates on various cannabis issues.
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/ INTERNATIONAL
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte made his first appearance before an International Criminal Court trial chamber where he is facing charges related to the country’s bloody “war on drugs.”
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A study found that CBG “prevents behavioral changes induced by psychotomimetic drugs.”
A study found that “psilocybin prevents chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy through mitochondrial trafficking preservation.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSIS
The American Trade Association for Cannabis and Hemp is lobbying lawmakers to ensure the federal recriminalization of hemp THC products.
/ BUSINESS
Lawyers for Curaleaf reportedly sent a journalist 32 pages of demands related to his reporting, including article rewrites, tweet deletions and identification of his readers in the UK.
A former Ascend Wellness Holdings Inc. executive is suing the company for alleged contract breach.
Cresco Labs Inc. has a new board of directors member.
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