Ohio marijuana-linked car crashes decreased with legalization; Indiana cannabis bills; New York psychedelics legalization; Jimmy Carter & cannabis
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Your good deed for the day: donate to an independent publisher like Marijuana Moment and ensure that as many voters as possible have access to the most in-depth cannabis reporting out there.Support our work at https://www.patreon.com/marijuanamoment/ TOP THINGS TO KNOWDespite Meta’s new content moderation policies rolled out under the banner of “free expression,” Facebook is continuing to censor searches for marijuana—including for news organizations like Marijuana Moment and state agencies like the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission.New Ohio State Highway Patrol data shows that fatal traffic crashes linked to marijuana fell by 30 percent last year as legalization took effect—contrary to the fears of opponents who claimed it would lead to more deadly car accidents involving stoned drivers.Indiana lawmakers filed bills to legalize marijuana, allow medical cannabis and fund research on the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin—as the incoming GOP governor says “it’s probably time” for the state to join its neighbors in legalizing medical marijuana.New York lawmakers filed a new bill to legalize “natural plant or fungus-based” psychedelics such as psilocybin, mescaline, DMT and ibogaine.The grandson of former President Jimmy Carter touted his “prophetic” support for marijuana decriminalization during his funeral service at the National Cathedral—calling him “the first millennial.”An Idaho representative filed a bill to implement a $300 mandatory minimum fine for possession of three ounces or less of cannabis, saying that “we do not want this to become a marijuana state.”A group of New York marijuana dispensary operators is pushing Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) to forgive millions of dollars in “predatory” loans that have “imposed severe financial challenges that threaten the viability of our businesses.”The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals delayed arguments over a judge’s temporary restraining order that has prevented the Medical Cannabis Commission from issuing production licenses./ FEDERALFormer White House Office of National Drug Control Policy Deputy Director David Murray criticized fellow Republicans for supporting marijuana legalization.Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) is scheduled to speak at a conference hosted by prohibitionist organization Smart Approaches to Marijuana next month./ STATESWisconsin Gov. Tony Evers (D) discussed his support for legalizing marijuana in a radio address.A South Dakota representative is sponsoring legislation to repeal the state’s medical cannabis law.Illinois lawmakers filed hemp regulation bills.New York regulators are being sued by marijuana businesses for allegedly illegally allowing dispensaries to open too close together. Separately,regulators approved additional cannabis business licenses.The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission approved the reappointment of its treasurer and secretary.Minnesota regulators sent updates on marijuana license preapproval fee refunds, the social equity applicant verification window, licensure for businesses selling hemp-derived products and other issues.Arkansas regulators signed a temporary medical cannabis track and trace contract with Biotrack.Michigan regulators filed a complaint against a marijuana business over alleged violations.Oregon regulators published an overview of work on the psilocybin services program.Georgia regulators will announce medical cannabis business license application periods for this year on Wednesday.
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/ LOCALSan Francisco, California officials are not yet allowing cannabis cafes to open under a new state law.The Boston, Massachusetts Cannabis Board will meet on Wednesday./ INTERNATIONALIrish parties engaged in government formation talks are at odds over marijuana decriminalization./ SCIENCE & HEALTHA review concluded that “pre-clinical evidence suggests that cannabinoids and manipulations of the [endogenous cannabinoid] system have anti-nausea/anti-emetic potential.”A study of rats concluded that “CBD and CBG enhanced the learning-memory functions impaired by ” Alzheimer’s disease./ ADVOCACY, OPINION & ANALYSISCalifornia NORML is conducting a study on cannabis vape pen emissions.The Hemp Beverage Alliance has new board of directors members./ BUSINESSTilray Brands, Inc. reported quarterly net revenue of $211 million and a net loss of $83.5 million.Acreage Holdings, Inc. agreed to a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission requiring it to pay $225,000 over allegedly “false and misleading statements.”Stiiizy posted a notice about a breach of its data.atai Life Sciences has a new CEO and other top executives.Green Thumb Industries Inc. announced a partnership with Chicago music venue The Salt Shed that involves an on-site retail experience.Illinois dispensaries sold $23.5 million worth of medical cannabis products in December.
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