See this post regarding the new regulations governing CBD in Florida.
In The Weeds
Exploring Developments in Cannabis Law and Business
In The Weeds, published by Fox Rothschild LLP, focuses on legal developments and regulatory issues in the cannabis industry. The blog covers topics such as federal and state cannabis legislation, tax implications for cannabis businesses, banking and financial services challenges, licensing procedures, and compliance requirements. It highlights ongoing legislative efforts like the SAFER Banking Act, state-level regulatory updates including license lotteries and rule adoptions, and enforcement actions against unlicensed cannabis establishments. The blog serves as a resource for legal professionals, businesses, and stakeholders navigating the complex and evolving cannabis legal landscape.
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Fox Rothschild Publishes National Survey on “Marijuana in the Workplace”
This blog typically focuses on legal issues and developments affecting stakeholders operating within the cannabis industry. However, the legal dichotomy surrounding cannabis (i.e. federal law defines”marijuana” as an illegal controlled substance, but more than 30 states have legalized medical marijuana…
Cannabis Franchising: Opportunities and Legal Perils
Franchising is an emerging issue for operators in the cannabis industry, both for companies that voluntary adopt the franchise model to expand their business, and for those who may find they have become an “accidental franchise.”
Fox Rothschild attorneys Eleanor…
FDA Continues Enforcement Efforts Against the Marketing and Sale of CBD Products
As has been reported here and all over, the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill has led to a massive boom in the sale and marketing of products containing Cannabidiol (CBD). Indeed, everywhere from your local grocery store to hip, big-city…
Changes to Illinois Adult-Use Cannabis Laws
The Illinois House of Representatives recently passed amendments to Senate Bill 1557, which made some material changes to Illinois’ Adult-Use Cannabis Laws. The bill is now on its way to the governor for his signature and will not be effective…
USDA Releases Interim Hemp Production Regulations
In December 2018, Congress passed the 2018 Farm Bill. While Congressional passage of the “Farm Bill” is a relatively regular occurrence, the latest iteration had big implications for the Hemp Industry, because of a provision of the bill…
More California Cannabis Updates
Last week, my colleagues wrote about AB 1291, which expanded upon the requirement for California cannabis companies with 20 or more employees to enter into labor peace agreements. A handful of other laws of note have recently been passed in California.…
CA Cannabis Companies With 20+ Employees Must Certify They Have “Labor Peace”
Over at Fox Rothschild’s California Employment Law Blog, my colleague Jeff Polsky wrote about a new law requiring California cannabis companies with 20+ employees to enter into a “labor peace agreement” with a “bona fide labor organization.” Jeff is…
Illinois Social Equity / Disproportionately Impacted Areas map
Illinois released its Disproportionately Impacted Areas map. Applicants for the new adult use cannabis licenses gain a significant advantage if they have resided in these locations for 5 of the last 10 years. https://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=20661
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Expanding Your Banking Services to Marijuana-Related Businesses
Investors and lenders could be seeing more green from cannabis. Considering that more than 30 states have approved medical marijuana and about a third of those have also legalized its recreational use, this rapidly expanding industry presents a range of…