As 2022 drew to a close, the Wall Street Journal reported that the FDA is finally considering releasing potential guidance regarding cannabidiol (“CBD”) in the coming year. While the exact timeline and scope of the FDA’s potential action is unclear,
Cannabis Legal Highlights
YOUR GUIDE TO THE LEGAL PRESENT AND FUTURE OF THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY
Cannabis Legal Highlights, published by Perkins Coie LLP, focuses on legal and regulatory developments in the cannabis industry. The blog covers topics such as federal and state cannabis reform efforts, including rescheduling under the Controlled Substances Act, tax implications for cannabis businesses, and evolving employment laws related to off-duty marijuana use. It also addresses legislative and ballot initiatives legalizing adult-use cannabis, banking and financial services challenges for cannabis operators, and criminal justice issues tied to cannabis convictions. The blog provides updates on litigation, policy advocacy, and regulatory changes impacting cannabis operators, ancillary businesses, and stakeholders in the evolving cannabis marketplace.
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New Series: Employment Law and the Cannabis Industry
This blog series addresses common employment-related issues for cannabis industry professionals.
This first post addresses timekeeping considerations for manufacturers and retailers of cannabis products to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal law. Future posts will address other employment-related issues,…
Cannabis Legal Report – Week of December 5, 2022
Cannabis: In Focus
- Biden Signs Historic Cannabis Research Bill Into Law
- PREPARE Act Filed
- Rhode Island Opens Adult-Use Cannabis Market
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FDA Issues New Warning Letters to Companies Making CBD and Delta-8 THC Edibles
On November 16, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued five new warning letters to various companies making edible products containing cannabidiol (CBD) and/or Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The companies were directed by the FDA to respond within 15 days to…
Cannabis Legal Report – Week of November 14, 2022
Cannabis: In Focus
- Election Round-up: Two States Approve, Three Reject Adult-Use Cannabis Referendums
- Northern District of New York Rules on Dormant Commerce Clause and Adult-Use Retail Licenses in New York
- Kansas Federal Court Dismisses Hemp Seizure Suit
- Federal Court Dismisses
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Cannabis Legal Report – Week of October 31, 2022
Cannabis: In Focus
- Cannabis Banking Reform Possible During Lame-Duck Session
- Nevada Court Removes Cannabis from State’s Controlled Substances List
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Cannabis Legal Report – Week of October 17, 2022
Cannabis: In Focus
- Federal Court Allows State To Import Cannabis-Related Paraphernalia
- Biden Announces Pardons of Federal Convictions for Simple Cannabis Possession and a Plan To Review the Current Schedule Status for Cannabis
- California Struggles To Tame Thriving Illicit Market
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Cannabis Legal Report – Week of October 3, 2022
Cannabis: In Focus
- Cannabis Testing Companies Facing State Regulatory Scrutiny in Nevada and Florida
- FDA Appoints Former State Cannabis Policy Regulator as New Cannabis Advisor
- DOJ Responds to Florida Lawsuit Challenging Federal Regulations Regarding Firearm Purchases by Medical Cannabis Patients
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California State Appeals Court Affirms Bong Maker’s Win in Prop. 65 Suit
A California state appeals court affirmed a bong maker’s win in a suit alleging it violated California’s Proposition 65 (Prop. 65) by failing to warn consumers that its products expose them to marijuana smoke that could cause cancer or reproductive…
Cannabis Legal Report – Week of September 19, 2022
Cannabis: In Focus
- Nevada State Judge Rules Classifying Cannabis as a Schedule I Drug Unconstitutional
- Federal Bill Could Allow Farmers To Ship Cannabis Directly to Consumers
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