Cannabis Policy
ASTM Approves Four New Cannabis Testing Standards
The leading US testing standards organization ASTM International has approved four new testing standards for cannabis samples.
California Regulator Offers $20 Million For Cannabis Research
California’s cannabis regulator will provide $20 million in funding for new cannabis-related research.
Washington’s Cannabis Regulator Seeks Scientists
Washington’s state cannabis regulator is looking to recruit at least six experts in cannabis science to help advise the regulator on scientific matters.
Trulieve Employee Died From Inhaling Cannabis Dust, Report Says
An employee at a cannabis cultivation facility in Holyoke, Massachusetts, died in January after inhaling “ground cannabis dust”, according to an inspection.
Vermont Opens Its First Recreational Cannabis Dispensaries
On October 1, three dispensaries in the state began selling adult-use marijuana to long lines of eager customers.
Nevada Testing Lab May Lose License For Microbial Contaminants and Altered THC Results
The prediction follows a decision of Nevada’s Cannabis Compliance Board on Tuesday, September 27, to deny the lab’s motion to dismiss the case.
Three Medical Cannabis Companies Fined in Australia For Advertising Products as Cancer and Epilepsy Treatments
Three medical cannabis companies have received fines that total almost $1 million (Australian dollars) from Australia’s drugs regulator.
Kentucky Governor Hints That He’ll Legalize Medical Cannabis Via Executive Action
In a press conference on Thursday, September 22, Governor Andy Beshear told journalists that he had received a report from a medical cannabis advisory committee and “there will be some actions forthcoming.”
University of Kentucky Launches its Cannabis Research Center
The new UK Cannabis Center will conduct research on the health effects of cannabis, “including its risks and benefits when used to treat certain medical conditions.”
