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The New Jersey Legislature is currently debating cannabis legislation that would increase oversight over “intoxicating” hemp products like gummies, beverages, and lotions. Under Senate Bill 3235, so-called “intoxicating hemp products,” defined as those with a concentration of total THC greater than 0.5 milligrams per serving or 2.5 milligrams per package, would be regulated by the Cannabis […]

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 (2024 Farm Bill) could bring about big changes for the hemp industry. The House of Representatives released a draft discussion of its bill on May 17, 2024, which would make a significant distinction between industrial hemp products and “intoxicating” hemp products, the latter of which would […]

On May 16, 2024, President Joe Biden announced that his administration is committed to reclassifying cannabis. Shortly thereafter, Attorney General Merritt Garland initiated the formal rulemaking process to move cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). “This is monumental,” President Biden said in a video statement […]

Eager to get its adult-use cannabis industry up and running and keep pace with neighboring New Jersey, New York is giving hemp farmers the green light to grow cannabis for the adult-use cannabis market. Eager to get its adult-use cannabis industry up and running and keep pace with neighboring New Jersey, New York is giving […]

The DEA is proposing a massive increase in the production quotas of cannabis, psilocin, and psilocybin (“magic mushrooms”) for research purposes, with the intent of aiding in the development of new federally approved therapeutic medications… The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is proposing a massive increase in the production quotas of cannabis, psilocin, and psilocybin (“magic […]

Telehealth has become more commonplace in response to COVID-19… Medical marijuana may now be prescribed in New Jersey via telemedicine. The regulatory change, which was prompted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, is expected to further increase the number of patients participating in the New Jersey Medical Marijuana Program. COVID-19 and Telehealth Telehealth has become more […]

The U.S. Tax Court recently ruled that because marijuana remains illegal under federal law, cannabis businesses are prohibited from deducting business expenses pursuant to Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code The U.S. Tax Court recently ruled that because marijuana remains illegal under federal law cannabis businesses are prohibited from deducting business expenses pursuant to […]

Gov. Andrew Cuomo Signed Legislation Which Further Decriminalizes Marijuana in the State of New York – A Significant Step Towards Legalization Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently signed legislation further decriminalizing marijuana in the State of New York. While the new law does not legalize recreational cannabis, it is a significant step towards full legalization. Like New […]

An injured municipal worker is entitled to insurance coverage for medical marijuana, according to a recent decision by a New Jersey workers’ compensation judge. In reaching its decision, the judge rejected the argument that it's unconstitutional for a court to order an insurance carrier to pay for treatment because it conflicts with federal law.

Advocates for adult-use are hopeful that two recently introduced bills will help reignite momentum for legal cannabis in New Jersey.

A medical cannabis dispensary in Colorado is asking the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for immunity from federal drug prosecution before providing documents requested in a tax audit. The case highlights that the existing conflict between state and federal law can cause serious legal issues for New Jersey cannabis businesses.

Gov Phil Murphy Signs Executive Order Calling For Expansion of the NJ Medical Marijuana Program Gov. Phil Murphy recently addressed a campaign promise to make New Jersey more cannabis-friendly by signing an executive order requiring a review and expansion of the State’s medical marijuana program. NJ Medical Marijuana Program In 2010, New Jersey legalized medical […]