The Rush - June 21, 2024

June 21, 2024

June 21, 2024

Louisiana Governor Vetoes Bill That Would Have Let Him Pardon Past Marijuana Convictions

FROM MARIJUANA MOMENT - ARTICLE SUMMARY: Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry vetoed a bill allowing gubernatorial pardons for past marijuana convictions. The bill, which had passed the legislature, was seen by the governor as aligning with President Biden's clemency initiatives, which Landry opposes. He argued that the bill violated the state constitution by bypassing the Board of Pardons and deemed it unnecessary since the state already has provisions for automatic pardons for first-time nonviolent offenses. Advocacy groups criticized the veto, citing missed opportunities for social and economic improvements.

Verano Rejects Goodness Growth’s $861M Damages Claim From Terminated Merger Agreement

FROM CANNABIS BUSINESS TIMES - ARTICLE SUMMARY: Verano is seeking to dismiss Goodness Growth's $861 million damages claim over a terminated merger agreement. Goodness Growth alleges Verano wrongfully terminated the deal and is seeking compensation. Verano argues that the termination was justified due to breaches by Goodness Growth and has requested a full trial. The court hearing is scheduled for August 27-28, 2024.

Survey: Consumers Frequently Turn to Cannabis To Relieve Pain and Anxiety

FROM NORML - ARTICLE SUMMARY: A survey by NuggMD, involving over 6,500 consumers, found that 25% use cannabis primarily for pain relief and 23% for anxiety relief. Only 13% use it purely for recreational purposes. These results align with other studies indicating that consumers often self-medicate with cannabis for pain, anxiety, depression, or sleep issues. Research published in JAMA Network Open reported that nearly 25% of pain patients in states with legal medical cannabis identify as users. Another 2023 study in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research found that medical cannabis users experience significant improvements in pain, anxiety, and overall well-being.

LIFESTYLE & CULTURE

Investigation Reveals Widespread Pesticide Contamination in California’s Legal Cannabis Market: An independent investigation has revealed widespread pesticide contamination in California’s legal cannabis products, raising serious concerns for consumers and industry participants… READ MORE @GANJAPRENEUR

Prohibitionist Group Seeks Rescheduling Delay: WASHINGTON – A group that seeks to “protect the public from marijuana commercialization” has asked the Department of Justice and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to add thirty more days to the public comment period currently underway as a prelude to potential rescheduling… READ MORE @MG

How to Detox From Weed: Detoxing from weed is something you may have to do or want to do, for any number of reasons. Read my experience and learn what to expect… READ MORE @THEHERBLIFESTYLE  

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