Marijuana law

A total of 44 members of the Thai National Legislative Assembly have signed in support of a draft bill to decriminalise marijuana for medical purpose by deleting cannabis from the Category 5 list of narcotic drugs, said Mr Somchai Sawaengkarn, secretary of the NLA’s extraordinary committee on parliamentary affairs. He says the decision to push for a separate bill to decriminalise marijuana for medical purpose followed an opinion poll conducted by the committee through the NLA’s website which showed that 99.13 percent of 16,431 respondents supported the idea. Dr Jate Sirathranon, chairman of the NLA’s public health affairs committee, clarified why a separate bill was needed, saying that deliberation of the drafted Narcotics Act and two related bills would take a lot of time and might not be passed into law within the term of the current government. Follow us on : Hence the need for a separate bill to speed up the process of … [Read more...] about 44 national assembly reps support bill to decriminalise ‘medical marijuana’

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin A new national poll shows that more than two-thirds of Republican voters support efforts to reform cannabis policy at the federal level. The poll showed that 68% of voters likely to cast a ballot in a 2024 Republican presidential primary or caucus support ending the federal prohibition of cannabis. The poll, which was commissioned by the Coalition for Cannabis Policy, Education, and Regulation (CPEAR), also showed that 70% support a state’s right to take the lead on cannabis legalization. “This polling confirms momentum for cannabis reform is gaining speed,” CPEAR executive director Andrew Freedman said in a statement from the group, which is funded in part by companies in the alcohol and tobacco industries. “It is very encouraging to see significant growth in support among conservatives, and it is not difficult to understand why these numbers are going up. Federal cannabis reform would protect states’ rights, provide … [Read more...] about New Poll Shows Two-Thirds Of Republican Voters Support Legalizing Marijuana

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Germany's plan to legalize cannabis has received positive feedback from the European Union, according to Health Minister Karl Lauterbach, who announced that a bill for the legalization of cannabis would be introduced in the coming weeks. Germany is moving forward with its plan to legalize cannabis for recreational use, aiming to become the first European country to regulate the sale of cannabis products. But while supranational legal frameworks may pose obstacles to legalization, Lauterbach has received positive feedback from the EU, highlighting that the legislation must comply with EU regulations. Lauterbach has expressed confidence that his plans to legalize cannabis will be approved by the EU. Speaking in Brussels on Tuesday, March 14, before a meeting with his EU counterparts, Lauterbach said he had received "very good feedback" from the European Commission. As he had concerns about whether legalization would … [Read more...] about Germany To Introduce Bill To Legalize Cannabis In The Coming Weeks

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin New York's medical cannabis operators filed a complaint against the state's regulators to seek opening licenses for all retail dispensary applicants. The Coalition for Access to Regulated & Safe Cannabis (CARSC), which includes New York's medical cannabis operators Acreage Holdings, PharmaCann, Green Thumb Industries, and Curaleaf, as well as two hopeful dispensary owners, as first reported by Syracuse.com, sued New York's Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and the Cannabis Control Board (CCB), the two agencies responsible for the implementation of the cannabis legislation. The lawsuit filed in Albany County Supreme Court on March 16 alleges unconstitutional overreach and policymaking, the abdication of the agencies' duties, and actions that put New Yorkers' health and safety at risk. The coalition alleges that the OCM and the CCB did not fulfill the requirements of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act … [Read more...] about Medical Cannabis Operators File Complaint Against New York’s Regulators

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Topline Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) signed an emergency regulation Thursday banning all products containing tianeptine, citing a warning by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that the opioid-like drug—referred to as “gas station heroin”—has been linked to overdoses, addiction and death over the last two decades. Key Facts Tianeptine, an antidepressant typically used to treat depression, anxiety or asthma, is now a Schedule I controlled substance in Kentucky, according to an announcement Thursday by Beshear, who said the drug was previously available in dietary supplements online, over the counter in convenience stores and in gas stations throughout the state. The drug—banned in Alabama, Michigan, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, Indiana and Ohio—is unapproved and unregulated by the FDA, the agency noted , though other countries in Europe, Asia and Latin America have approved tianeptine to treat … [Read more...] about Growing Danger Of ‘Gas Station Heroin’: Kentucky Latest State To Ban Tianeptine—Opioid-Like Drug Sold In Groceries

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics has become the first college sports organization to pass name, image and likeness legislation. The NAIA governs small athletic programs across the country, sponsoring 27 national championships for more than 77,000 student athletes. “This is a landmark day for the NAIA, and we are happy to lead the way in providing additional opportunities for our student-athletes,” said NAIA President and CEO Jim Carr. “The time was right for the NAIA to ensure our student-athletes can use their name, image and likeness in the same ways as all other college students.” Broadly, the new legislation allows NAIA student athletes to earn compensation for promoting commercial products, enterprises or for public or media appearances. The NAIA issued a list of scenarios they’ve previously had questions about that will now be permitted: Student athletes or teams can participate in … [Read more...] about NAIA Becomes First In College Sports To Pass Name, Image And Likeness Legislation

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Christopher Lynch is one of the most famed cannabis breeders in the world. He’s the man behind some of the best-known strains on the market today including Pink Certz, Apples & Bananas, Khalifa Mints, Blueberry Banana, Fish Scale, Eye Candy, and more. Alchemizing new flavors using rare, hard-to-find genetics is his bread-and-buttter. Lynch’s strain Pink Certz won 2022 Strain of the Year from High Times. The year prior, High Times deemed Lynch one of the 100 most influential people in cannabis. Pink Certz also won First Place at the 2022 Transbay Challenge III. His La Bomba strain won first place at the 2022 Spannabis conference in Barcelona, Spain. His success has been hard-fought. Lynch was diagnosed with Early Onset Parkinson’s in 2014 after he had brain surgery to remove a cerebellum cyst located inside the back of his head. “Life is precious, be grateful for what you have,” says Lynch. “Your life can change … [Read more...] about Prolific Cannabis Breeder Christopher Lynch Opens Up About His Battle With Parkinson’s

(CTN News) – Ativat Janmuangthai, a cannabis enthusiast who has practiced his craft for years, rolled a perfect, one-gram joint in 43 seconds on Saturday, beating out other competitors. The Fastest Joint-Roller in Phuket He’s been doing it for five years and is so proficient at it that he can do it while blindfolded. Ativat’s friend Saksorn Sotornkittirat, also present during the inaugural Phuket Cannabis Cup tournament , remarked, “He’s very fast.” The winner, a man in his thirties, received the title, trophy, and a monetary prize of 5,000 baht ($146.37). The competition was part of a groundbreaking event when cannabis advocates and business leaders met to share ideas and establish best practices for Thailand’s nascent cannabis market. Experts judged different cannabis strains based on their looks, potency in terms of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), flavor, and genetic makeup. After legalizing marijuana for the first time last year, Thailand quickly … [Read more...] about Thai Man Sets Record as Fastest Joint-Roller at Phuket Cannabis Cup