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McConnell slammed over hemp in Dem ad (Newsletter: September 2, 2020)
Judge: CA must share cannabis biz info with DEA; Mexican senator brings marijuana plant onto floor; Jimmy Carter talks son’s White House cannabis use
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/ TOP THINGS TO KNOW
Kentucky Democratic Senate candidate Amy McGrath released an attack ad claiming Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) only “pretends” to support hemp and is ignorant about policies impacting farmers who grow it.
- “Mitch McConnell: Letting hemp dry up.”
A federal judge ordered California regulators to turn over information about licensed marijuana businesses under a Drug Enforcement Administration subpoena.
In a new documentary, former President Jimmy Carter (D) talks about the time his son smoked marijuana on the roof of the White House with musician Willie Nelson.
A Mexican senator decided to decorate her desk in the chamber with a cannabis plant as lawmakers reconvene for a new session in which a bill to legalize marijuana is set to be enacted.
/ FEDERAL
The Drug Enforcement Administration proposed production quotas for marijuana, cannabinoids and cannabis extracts for 2021 and finalized limits for 2020.
The U.S. Sentencing Commission published a report on the first year of implementation of the First Step Act.
Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) tweeted, “It’s not enough to end the federal prohibition on marijuana—we must expunge the records and repair the damage done to those communities who were harmed by the failed War on Drugs. This bill does this and more to achieve long overdue restorative justice.”
Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL) tweeted, “Finally @HouseDemocrats will vote to decriminalize #marijuana under federal law! This recognizes its medical properties, moves federal law in line with many states, and is long overdue.”
Rep. Barbara lee (D-CA) tweeted, “This legislation is critical for criminal justice reform. The MORE Act would erase criminal records for marijuana charges and bring justice to Black and brown folks who are incarcerated unjustly.”
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) tweeted, “Here’s an idea for states that need to cover budget shortfalls: legalize marijuana. I will keep fighting to end prohibition nationwide, expunge prior offenses & invest in the communities that have been hard hit by both this pandemic and the War on Drugs.”
Tennessee Democratic congressional candidate Christopher Hale tweeted, “To every liberty loving Tennessean, I’ll be your best champion in the United States Congress. Unlike Deep State DesJarlais, I’ll stop wasting billions of your dollars on the War on Drugs, endless wars in the Middle East, & platinum health care plans for career politicians.”
Missouri Republican congressional candidate Ryan Derks posted on Facebook, “I don’t see why cannabis needs to be illegal, especially in a place where alcohol and tobacco are legal. freedom to choose. tax it. put it in science labs.”
/ STATES
Hawaii Gov. David Ige (D) signed a hemp bill into law.
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves (R) said he’s not considering pardoning a woman serving a life sentence for marijuana.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) touted the legalization of marijuana as one of his administration’s top achievements.
Montana Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Cooney released a plan that includes steps to support hemp as a crop.
A New Jersey senator is accusing legislative leaders of stalling a marijuana decriminalization bill.
Vermont lawmakers published requirements for hemp potency and contaminant testing.
Nebraska regulators issued guidance on illegal drug tax stamps.
Virginia’s Medical Cannabis Work Group will meet Tuesday.
The Oregon Cannabis Commission’s Governance and Frame Working Subcommittee will meet on Friday.
Michigan regulators will hold a quarterly meeting on September 24.
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/ INTERNATIONAL
Pakistan’s cabinet approved licenses to use hemp for industrial and medical purposes.
Brazilian lawmakers held a hearing on a bill to allow cultivation of cannabis for medical and industrial uses.
/ SCIENCE & HEALTH
A review concluded that “cannabinoids, individually or combined, reduced tumor growth and promoted apoptosis and autophagy in melanoma cells.”
A study found that “THC attenuates [staphylococcal enterotoxin‐B]‐mediated [Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome] and toxicity by altering the microbiota in the lungs and the gut as well as promoting anti‐microbial and anti‐inflammatory pathways.”
/ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSIS
A poll found that New Zealand voters are divided on a marijuana legalization referendum, 49.5%-49.5%.
The ACLU of Oregon endorsed a ballot measure to legalize psilocybin therapy.
The Delaware Cannabis Advocacy Network published a voter guide for the state’s September 15 primary elections.
The Last Prisoner Project is partnering with Green Thumb Industries Inc. on a short documentary about clemency and reentry initiatives.
/ BUSINESS
The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF will begin trading on Wednesday.
Harborside Inc. reported $16.1 million in quarterly revenue and a net loss and comprehensive loss of $1.7 million. Separately, the Ontario Securities Commission revoked cease trade orders against the company.
Columbia Care Inc. announced it completed its acquisition of The Green Solution.
ManifestSeven will begin trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange on September 15.
Canadian cannabis retailers are asking law enforcement officials to investigate Weedmaps over the issue of listing unlicensed businesses.
/ CULTURE
Former baseball player Jimmy Rollins is releasing a line of branded marijuana products.
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