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Ellen Snelling on Amendment 3 10/31/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Marijuana Legalization- Go to other States 10/27/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3, 2024 A3 Video | ||
Poll: Recreational pot amendment falling short with Latino voters, with Cubans especially opposed 10/02/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Amendment 3 campaign warns of fentanyl-laced marijuana, but some call it a myth 09/29/2024 |
Sheriff Young from Gadsen County supports Amendment 3 while 65 other sheriffs strongly oppose. Young claims regulation would elimiate fentanyl poisoning yet there are no documented cases that he is willing to release to back-up his claims. Young has referenced a mass fentanyl poisoning blamed for at least six deaths in Gadsden County as being linked to fentanyl-laced marijuana, but his office declined to release records related to the case, citing an ongoing investigation. |
2024 Amendment 3 | |
09/29/2024 | A3 Slideshow | ||
Tallahassee police investigate homicide at hemp shop; ‘all involved parties identified’ 09/28/2024 |
The Tallahassee Police Department is investigating a homicide at a Florida Hemp Distribution store. |
Delta-8, 2024 Amendment 3 | |
Why Florida could end up with the same issues as NY if it makes pot legal 09/28/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3, legalization | ||
Amendment 3 Is a threat to the health and safety of all Floridians 09/28/2024 |
This November, Amendment 3 will be on the Florida ballot, proposing a radical change to our state's drug policies and making recreational marijuana legal. This new policy would make Florida the state with the largest legal limit, meaning an individual (including potential drug dealers) could possess enough marijuana for 100 joints and law enforcement would be limited in their ability to protect those who are targets of the dealers, including our youth. |
2024 Amendment 3 | |
Luke vs Morgan Debate 09/26/2024 |
Begins at 30 minutes! For more information on SAM- Smart Approaches to Marijuana |
2024 A3 Video | |
Morgan- Miracle Drug 09/25/2024 |
Morgan | ||
A case against recreational marijuana in Florida. Vote ‘No’ on Amendment 3 09/16/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Monopoly 09/10/2024 |
2024 A3 Video | ||
09/09/2024 | 2024 A3 Video | ||
'Monopoly Amendment': Vote No on 3 ad smothers initiative legalizing recreational pot 09/09/2024 |
This amendment does nothing for them and was written solely to pad the profits of the mega marijuana corporations by granting them a monopoly. It’s not about access to weed, it’s about corporate greed.” |
2024 Amendment 3 | |
A3- Twitter 09/06/2024 |
A3 Social Media | ||
Instagram 09/06/2024 |
A3 Social Media | ||
A3- Facebook 09/05/2024 |
A3 Social Media | ||
New York Marijuana 09/02/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
09/02/2024 | 2024 A3 Video | ||
Psychosis is Real and Tragic 09/02/2024 |
2024 A3 Video | ||
DEA Delays Marijuana Rescheduling Decision Until After The Election 08/28/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3, legalization | ||
State Board Affirms Retirement Announcement Of Green/Adopts Recommendations Related To November Ballot Issues/Celebrates 2023 Mi 08/27/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Social Media 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Turning the Tide on Pot? Florida voters have a chance to halt marijuana’s momentum. 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Who Has More Money: Florida’s Pro- or Anti-Cannabis Legalization Campaigns? 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Americans' perceptions of the harmfulness of marijuana have worsened, Gallup poll finds 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
RISING RISKS OF HIGH-POTENCY MARIJUANA: IMPACTS ON MENTAL HEALTH 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3, mental health, DLFGTP | ||
Marijuana Impaired Driving 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3, Impairment, DLFGTP | ||
IMPACTS OF LEGALIZATION 08/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3, legalization, DLFGTP | ||
The Continuing Impacts of Today's Marijuana on Kids- Colorado 08/22/2024 |
Problems, Potencies, Products- Excellent Powerpoint with historial data on the impact of marijuana legalization in Colorado. |
2024 Amendment 3 | |
Beyond Delta-8 & THC-O: The State of Semi-synthetic Cannabinoids in 2024 07/25/2024 |
Delta-8 | ||
Hemp execs pledge millions to Republican Party of Florida, texts reveal 07/12/2024 |
This should not surprise anyone! Beyond dissapointing the DeSantis put poltics before the health and safety of all Floridians & tourists visting Floirda. |
Delta-8 | |
Would recreational marijuana in Florida lead to increased exposure among children? 06/28/2024 |
"Anytime that we see an increase in availability of a product, we tend to see a correlation to an increase in poisonings from the product," he said. |
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Kissimmee student taken to hospital after classmate gave him marijuana edible, mother says 06/28/2024 |
When she picked her son up from school, she noticed something was wrong. |
edibles, Children | |
Opinion: Here’s why marijuana should not be reclassified as a lower-risk drug 06/28/2024 |
However, popularity doesn’t mean the product is safe: The Department of Health and Human Services recommended the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reclassification, but there are inescapable health risks associated with regular marijuana use including a higher risk of stroke and heart attacks; negative impacts on attention, memory and learning in young people; an increased risk of developing schizophrenia; and harm to fetal brain development. |
2024 Amendment 3, legalization | |
Kratom products have gone unregulated in California, unnerving both fans and critics 05/25/2024 |
Researchers have raised particular concern about synthesized products that isolate chemicals like 7-hydroxymitragynine, saying they could carry risks that are different from the kratom leaf long used in Thailand or Malaysia. McCurdy said when that chemical is isolated, "it's no longer really a kratom product." |
kratom | |
What You Aren’t Hearing About Marijuana’s Health Effects 05/25/2024 |
madras | ||
Why Florida medical marijuana companies are pushing so hard for recreational pot 05/24/2024 |
2024 Amendment 3 | ||
Kratom products have gone unregulated in California, unnerving both fans and critics 05/22/2024 |
Matthew Lowe, executive director of the advocacy group Global Kratom Coalition, said some synthetic products have "very, very high doses" of a particular chemical found in scant amounts in kratom leaf material. Several kratom researchers have warned that chemical — 7-hydroxymitragynine — poses a higher risk of abuse. |
kratom | |
Delta-8 Campaign 05/02/2024 |
DELTA-8 THC
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Delta-8 | |
Florida to Consider Legalization of Marijuana Amidst Alarming Evidence of Harm 04/29/2024 |
legalization | ||
"They’re All High” – New Orleans Police Chief Says Rats Are Eating Marijuana Confiscated As Evidence 03/11/2024 |
Yeah, so apparently rats have infested the evidence room down there at HQ and are feasting on the drugs that have been confiscated by police. |
rats, fatal | |
Overuse of marijuana linked to surgery complications and death, study says 02/23/2024 |
Smoking marijuana impacts blood flow in the brain and body, decreases respiration and body temperature, contributes to airway blockages, raises blood pressure, increases heart rate, impacts heart rhythm, and more — all of which can make recovery from surgery more difficult, according to a November 2019 review of literature. Use of marijuana also increases post-op pain, according to an October 2020 study. |
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15 Things the Cannabis Industry Doesn't Want You to Know 02/22/2024 |
1. Today's marijuana is not just a plant - it is genetically modified, potent and contains toxins 2. Marijuana can have contaminants and toxins. 3. The drug industry targets youth 4. Marijuana stunts brain growth 5. Marijuana is Addictive 6. Marijuana is a risk factor for psychosis and schizophrenia.... |
Delta-8, Side-Effects, addiction | |
The Potential Proconvulsant Effects of Cannabis: a Scoping Review 02/22/2024 |
seizure | ||
Delta-8 Michigan 02/18/2024 |
Delta-8 | ||
Mother who lost son to overdose offers advice to parents after New Caney middle schoolers hospitalized from THC gummies 02/18/2024 |
We were told those seven students had to be rushed to the hospital after ingesting the gummies that officials said were brought to school by a student. |
Delta-8 | |
Poison Control and Hemp (Delta-8) 02/14/2024 |
Delta-8, poisoning | ||
Psychiatric symptoms caused by cannabis constituents: a systematic review and meta-analysis 02/08/2024 |
Summary: Significant psychiatric risks associated with high-THC cannabis concentrates, demonstrating that even in healthy adults, THC can induce a range of psychiatric symptoms, including psychosis. Given these findings, there's a strong argument for legislative action to limit THC potency in marijuana products to a maximum of 15% to safeguard public health. This precautionary measure is particularly crucial as the legal status of cannabis may lead individuals to perceive it as safe. Legislators have a responsibility to protect the public by implementing regulations that address the potency of cannabis products, prioritizing the well-being of those who may not be aware of the risks associated with high-THC consumption. |
Potency, Psychosis | |
The contribution of cannabis use to variation in the incidence of psychotic disorder across Europe (EU-GEI): a multicentre case- 02/08/2024 |
Between May 1, 2010, and April 1, 2015, we obtained data from 901 patients with first-episode psychosis across 11 sites and 1237 population controls from those same sites. Daily cannabis use was associated with increased odds of psychotic disorder compared with never users, increasing to nearly five-times increased odds for daily use of high-potency types of cannabis" "Use of high-potency cannabis (THC ≥10%) Use of high-potency cannabis was a strong predictor of psychotic disorder in Amsterdam, London, and Paris where high-potency cannabis was widely available" |
Potency | |
Adolescent brains exposed to THC are at higher risk of psychiatric disorders 02/05/2024 |
THC exposure during adolescence may cause microglial cell death and brain changes, increasing schizophrenia risks in genetically susceptible individuals. |
THC, Brain, Delta-8, Research | |
Chemical composition and biological effects of kratom (Mitragyna speciosa): In vitro studies with implications for efficacy and 02/05/2024 |
Excellent history and scientific information. |
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What's Wrong with Marijuana? 02/04/2024 |
Millions of Americans believe marijuana relieves pain, reduces anxiety, improves your mood, and has no side effects. Are they right? Dr. Drew Pinsky, physician, addiction medicine specialist, and media personality, answers this question. |
prager u, legalization | |
FDACS inspectors block 8,700 hemp-extract packages ‘marketed to children’ from hitting Florida shelves 02/04/2024 |
To enforce the changes, FDACS conducted “the largest ever inspection sweep of businesses selling products that contain hemp extracts in July and August,” a Department press note said. That included examinations of more than 700 businesses across all 67 Florida counties and resulted in the discovery of 83,000 packages of hemp-extract products that wouldn’t look out of place in a candy aisle. |
Delta-8, Delta-8 FL | |
Suicidality risk after using cannabis and cannabinoids: An umbrella review 02/04/2024 |
suicide | ||
Delta-8 THC and the 2018 Farm Bill 02/04/2024 |
Marijuana and hemp are made up of hundreds of cannabinoids, including Delta-9 THC, the psychoactive component of marijuana that makes people feel “high” and CBD. Delta-8 THC is a cannabinoid found in the hemp plant and is structurally similar to Delta-9 THC. Because Delta-8 THC is virtually identical to Delta-9 THC, it carries similar risks including risks of addiction and psychosis. In the 2018 Farm Bill, Congress legalized hemp and any hemp-derived products, including Delta-8 THC. As a result, Delta-8 products have popped up in virtually every state and are available at convenience stores and gas stations.
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Hemp Loophole, Laws | |
The Overlooked Mental and Physical Health Risks of Marijuana 02/02/2024 |
Cannabis legalization efforts are a boon to big business, but many Americans are paying with their health.
The hazy narrative of harmless recreation masks darker truths now coming to light. Evidence is mounting that the push for recreational drug use has led to increases in cannabis-related hospitalizations and links to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, cannabis use disorder, and more. |
Public Health, legalization, epoch times | |
Lakeland student hospitalized after consuming THC marijuana gummy she thought was candy 01/27/2024 |
A 12-year-old girl was sent to the hospital after she ate what she told FOX 13 she thought was a piece of candy given to her by another student. The seventh grader, Amanda, said at one point, she thought she was going to die. Her parents said she suffered a severe allergic reaction and couldn't breathe.
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Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
5 ways to make the kratom marketplace safer 01/25/2024 |
Researchers detail how lawmakers and regulators could establish key guardrails for selling and using the herb.
The kratom association says it has reported dozens of kratom companies to the FDA for making medical claims. When asked for these reports, the association declined to share them. Haddow- is a highly paid national lobbyist for the Kratom industry.
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kratom | |
Kratom tied to nearly 600 overdose deaths in Florida, probe finds 01/25/2024 |
kratom | ||
Tampa Bay Times Deadly Dose Complete Article 01/23/2024 |
Excellent, comprehensive research on Kratom. Printalbe format. |
kratom | |
Hemp vs Marijuana 01/06/2024 |
Both hemp and marijuana plants are the same species. The main difference lies in how much of a certain cannabinoid each contains. It’s a common misconception that hemp and marijuana are two different species of plant. In fact, they’re not distinct speciesTrusted Source at all. They’re just two different names for cannabis, a type of flowering plant in the Cannabaceae family. |
Delta-8, hemp | |
Hemp Gummies Are Sending Hundreds of Kids to Hospitals 12/20/2023 |
Surge of THC products, vapes has states struggling to regulate the booming market |
Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
How the Tampa Bay Times investigated the kratom industry 12/18/2023 |
The Times requested Florida autopsy reports citing kratom or one of its major chemical compounds, an alkaloid called mitragynine, as a cause of death or contributing factor dating back to 2010. |
kratom | |
DEADLY DOSE PART 3: Kratom’s path across the US is marked by deception and secrets 12/17/2023 |
Some of the tactics in the kratom business may sound familiar. They mirror the strategies that were used for another controversial product — synthetic cannabis compounds, or “Spice.”
More than a decade ago, U.S. officials spotted a trend. Importers, court records show, were slipping Spice into the country from China by calling the white chemicals “cosmetics” or “sodium.” Products found at gas stations promised Spice was “herbal incense” or “not for human consumption.” |
kratom | |
DEADLY DOSE PART 2: As dangerous kratom products go unregulated, lobbyists write the laws 12/13/2023 |
As medical examiners log an increasing number of overdoses involving kratom across Florida and elsewhere, the industry has largely operated without government constraints or safety measures that could help protect consumers. |
kratom | |
2 Minutes Steve DeAngelo- Cannabis 12/10/2023 |
The development of the unregulated market for THCA cannabis. THCA is a naturally occurring cannabinoid that converts to THC when heated. It is legal in all 50 states. So, even Texas and Florida you can walk into a smoke shop and legally purchase cannabis—that in many cases is high quality—at reasonable prices. It's a brilliant example of the unstoppable energy and ingenuity of the community. We will get cannabis to the people no matter what obstacle is put in our way. |
Marketplace, Delta-8 | |
Women Legislators Seek Regulation of Products Containing Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids 12/09/2023 |
"The lack of federal regulatory clarity surrounding consumer products containing delta-8 THC and other potentially intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids frustrates state legislators' efforts to protect their consumers and public health," said Florida Senator Colleen Burton, a member of NFWL who supported the resolution. |
Delta-8 | |
The Tampa Bay Times tested 20 kratom products. Here’s what we found. 12/09/2023 |
The Times bought the products from online vendors, gas stations, smoke shops and other businesses around the region. Below are the key testing results for each product.
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kratom | |
PART 1: Hundreds died using kratom in Florida. It was touted as safe. 12/08/2023 |
He decided to try kratom, a dusty green psychoactive powder from the leaves of a Southeast Asian tree. It was marketed as a safe way to ease anxiety and mimic the effects of opioids. It was legal, virtually unregulated and described as all-natural. He could find it at gas stations, cafes, smoke shops or online. |
kratom | |
California Woman Who Stabbed Boyfriend 100 Times in ‘Cannabis Induced Psychosis’ May Only Face 4 Years in Prison 12/03/2023 |
Spejcher told police who responded at the time that she had smoked marijuana before the alleged incident, the VC Star reported. That marijuana was so strong that it caused her to feel like she had died and had to fight her way out of it. |
cannabis-induced psychosis | |
Subchronic toxicity of cannabis leaves on male albino rats 12/02/2023 |
Abstract Cannabis is the most commonly abused drug in the world. In Egypt, the Anti Narcotic General Administration showed that the narcotics problem costs the Egyptian economy approximately 800 million dollars annually. LD50, lethal dose that kills 50% of the treated animals, of the bango was determined and then selected groups of rats were given tenth of LD50 for 90 days. |
study, Research, rats | |
Meet a Mom: TikTok Star & Pediatric Emergency Room Physician Meghan Martin 11/30/2023 |
Meghan Martin is a pediatric emergency room physician, a mom of four, and now, a TikTok star, with 1.3 million followers and several videos getting picked up everywhere from Good Morning America to Scary Mommy. |
Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
Judge backs increased license fee for medical marijuana companies in Florida 11/30/2023 |
Judge backs increased license fee for medical marijuana companies in Florida |
Dept. of Health | |
Reformed Hemp Product Laws Better Protect Kids 11/30/2023 |
To report concerns about a retailer who sells snacks containing hemp-derived products, contact:
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Delta-8 FL, Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
SUBSCRIBER ONLY Judge backs increased license fee for medical marijuana companies in Florida 11/28/2023 |
Medical marijuana, Medical | ||
Mother charged after 3-year-old found unresponsive near open container of THC gummies 11/25/2023 |
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - A mother is facing child neglect charges after her 3-year-old was rushed to the hospital after possibly eating THC gummies, according to West Virginia State Police. |
Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
CDC- Marijuana and Pregnancy 11/24/2023 |
What are the potential health effects of using marijuana during my pregnancy? |
Pregnancy | |
DFAF- Marijuana and Pregnancy- Know the Truth 11/24/2023 |
Marijuana and the Risks to Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Marijuana contains almost 500 components including the psychoactive ingredient THC that can pass through the placenta to the baby during pregnancy, causing harm to the fetus.
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Pregnancy, Breastfeeding | |
Children Sickened After Eating Marijuana Edibles At Dade, Broward Schools 11/23/2023 |
Delta-8 Children | ||
2023 11 14 Agriculture Meeting- Delta-8 THC 11/18/2023 |
Panel begins at 17 minutes; Public Comment at 1:33:00 |
Delta-8, Delta-8 FL | |
Recent Study Reveals the Harms of Legalization of Marijuana in Illinois And the US 11/16/2023 |
Pregnancy, car crashes, Children, pediatrics, Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | ||
Boston Medical Center Psychiatrists Innovate to Treat Teenagers With Marijuana-Induced Psychosis 11/16/2023 |
When teenagers smoked marijuana back in 1995, the amount of THC, or active ingredient in the drug, was about 4%. But times have changed. With new methods of testing, growing, and regulating marijuana, teens now have access to cannabis with increasingly higher levels of THC. One study found that in 2017 the average potency of marijuana had increased to 17%. This increased potency, plus easier access to many forms of marijuana in recent years, has some dedicated healthcare professionals working to address the possible mental health effects marijuana use may be having on young users, including the risk for psychosis. |
cannabis-induced psychosis, Delta-8, Research | |
ER doc warns parents after young boy accidentally eats a chocolate edible 11/15/2023 |
An emergency room pediatrician is seeing an uptick in children consuming pot-laced edibles that often look and taste like regular candy — and these kids get more than a sugar high. |
Delta-8 Children, Delta-8 | |
Florida lawmakers hear alarming tales regarding hemp-derived THC products 11/14/2023 |
Ellen Snelling is with the Hillsborough County Anti-Drug Alliance. She said that state lawmakers should have outright banned the sale of Delta-8 as part of the hemp bill passed earlier this year. |
Delta-8 | |
Florida lawmakers hear alarming tales regarding hemp-derived THC products 11/11/2023 |
Delta-8 | ||
Attorney General goes after deceptive, synthetic THC products 11/10/2023 |
“These products have not been deemed safe by any Nebraska or regulatory body,” he said. “In fact, even states where marijuana is legalized outlaw synthetically produced THCs, including delta-8, or place significant limits on their use.” |
Delta-8 | |
CANNABIS USE AND SUICIDE IN NON-AFFECTIVE PSYCHOSIS: A MINI-REVIEW OF RECENT LITERATURE 11/01/2023 |
In conclusion, emerging data on the correlation between cannabis use and suicide risk in patients with schizophrenia or other schizophrenic spectrum disorders are insufficient to draw firm conclusions. Nonetheless these studies seem to suggest a positive correlation of cannabis use with increased suicide risk, particularly regarding first episode psychosis (FEP) and male gender. Clinicians should be aware of the possibility of a higher risk of suicidal behavior associated specifically with cannabis use for men and patients during FEP. |
suicide, cannabis-induced psychosis | |
THC gummies found in candy stash at Bay Area elementary school 10/23/2023 |
Delta-8 Children, Delta-8 | ||
Why Legal Pot Makes This Physician Sick 10/21/2023 |
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome |
Delta-8, health, Hyperemesis Syndrome | |
Cannabis use disorder, suiscide attempts, and self-harm among adolescents: A national inpatient study across the United States 10/21/2023 |
Conclusions: Our study provides evidence for the association between cannabis use disorder (CUD) and suicide risk among hospitalized adolescents and underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing co-occurring mental and substance use disorders along with CUD to mitigate suicide risk. Identifying high-risk adolescents in inpatient settings provides an opportunity for intervention. |
Delta-8, Cannabis-use disorder, suicide | |
Escondido mother speaks out after her son ate THC gummies and was hospitalized 10/21/2023 |
"To see his whole body shaking, not being able to open his eyes, is something I would never forget," Claudia Curiel said |
hospitalization, edibles, Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
Six children hospitalized in Florida after eating cannabis gummies at after-school program 10/16/2023 |
A total of eight children ranging from 6 to 8 years of age consumed the gummies. Six of the children were transported to Broward Health and Florida Medical Center, according to Lauderhill Fire Rescue officials. |
Delta-8 FL, Delta-8, Delta-8 Children | |
Is Delta-8 THC Legal? A State-by-State Analysis 10/11/2023 |
Delta-8 THC Legal Status by State 10/11/2023 |
Delta-8 | |
Prenatal cannabinoid exposure: why expecting individuals should take a pregnancy pause from using cannabinoid products 10/01/2023 |
Pregnancy | ||
VA: Two-thirds of cannabis hospitalizations are children 10/01/2023 |
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - According to the CDC in 2022, 36% of 12th graders reported using marijuana sometime in 2022. 6% reported daily use at least within 30 days of the survey and study being sent out. |
hospitalization, Children | |
Attorney General Moody Outlaws Gas Station Heroin in Florida 09/28/2023 |
Tianeptine is banned in several other states including Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Ohio and Tennessee due to the highly addictive nature and severe withdrawal symptoms. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, tianeptine is abused for its euphoric properties similar to other opioids, such as heroin. Severe adverse health effects, including respiratory depression, severe sedation and death have occurred from misuse. |
Tianeptine | |
Opinion: ‘Intoxicating Hemp’ Loophole Threatens Marijuana Safety in California 09/18/2023 |
The language in farm bill has been interpreted to mean that any hemp-derived product with less than 0.3% THC in its final form is legal. Make a 70-gram brownie out of hemp containing just under 0.3% THC, and you get 21 times more THC than you can get in California’s regulated cannabis market. |
Delta-8 | |
Florida Marijuana Policy Conference comes to Tallahassee Oct. 16 09/18/2023 |
conference, Delta-8 | ||
Marijuana Policy Project 09/18/2023 |
Support our efforts to end prohibition, fight for fairness, reduce crime, and boost local economies through marijuana policy reform.
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