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A bill to legalize marijuana in Illinois is heading to the governor's desk following a successful vote in the House of Representatives on May 31, 2019. The legislation would allow individuals 21 and older to possess, consume, and purchase cannabis from licensed retailers. It also contains a number of social equity provisions, while at the same time giving existing medical cannabis businesses a leg up in the licensing process. The House passed the bill, H.B. 1438 , in a 66-47 vote. The win for legalization supporters comes two days after the Senate approved the legislation, 38-17 . Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker said he will sign the bill into law, making Illinois the 11th state in the U.S. to legalize marijuana — but the first to regulate the adult-use cannabis industry through an act of lawmakers as opposed to via a voter-approved ballot measure. (Vermont lawmakers passed legislation legalizing marijuana possession and home cultivation in 2018, but commercial sales remain proh...

Federal Appeals Court Refuses to dismiss the federal cannabis lawsuit filed by Hiller, PC * This article was originally published here

The federal government would save money if a bipartisan bill to give marijuana businesses access to banks is approved, according to a report released by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) on May 24, 2019. The legislation, which cleared the House Financial Services Committee in a bipartisan vote of 45-15 in March 2019, would change federal law to protect financial institutions that service the cannabis industry from being penalized by regulators. That reform would set off a chain of events, beginning with a likely increase in the number of banks accepting deposits from those businesses, the CBO reasoned. Assuming the bill takes effect near the end of the 2019 fiscal year, the office estimates that starting in 2022, banks would see a $1.2 billion increase in deposits, and credit union deposits would grow by $200 million. By 2029, the amounts “would rise to $2.1 billion and $350 million, respectively.” Because those deposits would have to be insured through the Federal Deposit Insu...

There are several different mediums you can grow cannabis in.  Coco Coir is one of them. * This article was originally published here

Podcast Host, Author and Christian Leader of XXXchurch Craig Gross Announces His Latest Resource, ‘Christian Cannabis’ and opens conversation about Christians using cannabis. * This article was originally published here

Many rappers are holding it down, coming from Oregon to Seattle, and I would like to share some of my favorites with you. First up Jarv Dee I’m sad when I learn about an artist has been putting out heater tracks from the beginning, and I missed them but then [read more] * This article was originally published here

One survey concludes that cannabis users are still respected less than those imbibing alcohol. * This article was originally published here

Leading Cannabis and Hemp Marketplace Kush.com Revamps Sixth Annual Oregon Hemp Convention; Pacific Northwest’s Largest Hemp Trade Show Features Free Admission with Food Bank Donation, Industry Speakers, Exclusive After-Parties and More * This article was originally published here

Green Thumb Industries Inc. (“GTI” or the “Company”) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a leading national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of the retail chain Rise™, today announced the Company has closed on a USD $105 million Senior Secured non-brokered private placement financing through the issuance of senior secured [read more] * This article was originally published here

Chronic pain is an epidemic in the United States with more than 50 million people living with mild to intense discomfort every day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ). Some of this pain may be attributed to a sedentary lifestyle and 40 hours or seated behind a desk, while other types of pain may follow a serious accident or diagnosis of disease. Whether chronic pain originates from modern life, an injury, or a disorder such as fibromyalgia , it can be debilitating to those who cope with it daily. Prescription pain pills and over-the-counter medications often come with a slew of side effects, as well as the risk for addiction. Consequently, many pain sufferers are on a quest for a treatment that doesn't leave them groggy or in desperate need of the next fix. Responding to the call for better pain treatment options, the New York State Department of Health announced in 2018 that opioid replacement will be considered a qualifying condition for obtain...

Cannabis may help treat social anxiety disorder. * This article was originally published here

With 10 states and Washington, DC having fully legalized cannabis for recreational purposes, and many other states legalizing it for medicinal purposes, company leaders might be wondering if it is still worth it to test employees for a substance that is on par with alcohol in an increasingly large portion [read more] * This article was originally published here

Try one of these new and unique ways to help your pre-rolls stand out in the market. * This article was originally published here

Short path distillation: a quick look at the best cannabis extraction method known to man. * This article was originally published here

Dear Governor Jay Inslee; As you champion for the environment and seek the Presidency, here are some things I find unnerving from you. You continuously seem to be showboating, things like talking about Washington State’s recreational legal cannabis with jokes that you grow at home when there are no Homegrow [read more] * This article was originally published here

Cartoon Network's Adult Swim show Rick and Morty has now created their own bongs * This article was originally published here

Following months of debate and negotiations in the Legislature, New Jersey lawmakers announced on May 14, 2019, that they were unable to work out their differences on a marijuana legalization bill and will instead be giving voters the opportunity to enact reform through a measure on the state's 2020 ballot. Democratic Senate President Steve Sweeney said that his chamber will move forward with expanding New Jersey 's medical cannabis program and passing social justice legislation to expunge records, but that it won't “pursue the legalization of adult use marijuana at this time.” Voters will have to wait until November 2020 to vote on a ballot measure to end cannabis prohibition. We will move forward with the expansion of our medical cannabis program as well as the progressive social justice reforms in the expungement legislation. We will not, however, pursue the legalization of adult use marijuana at this time. — Steve Sweeney (@NJSenatePres) May 15, 2019 “It's so...

Diabetes is an expensive disease, collectively costing more than $245 billion in the United States, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But the human cost is far greater. Severe cases of diabetes can lead to blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, strokes, and limb amputations. Unfortunately, as a disease of civilization often linked to high sugar intake and sedentary lifestyles, diabetes is becoming more prevalent as 1.4 million new cases are diagnosed each year. With nausea, slow to heal wounds, excessive thirst, and blurred vision among the myriad symptoms of diabetes, there is a need to prevent the disease from ever taking hold. Could cannabis be a tool in the fight to prevent and treat diabetes? Research Overview Recent studies have explored the possibility that cannabis could serve not only as a treatment for diabetes, but also as a preventative measure. The Studies In addressing the neuropathic pain in the legs and feet that many...

When Carly Barton became the first adult patient in the United Kingdom to receive a medical cannabis prescription to manage her chronic fibromyalgia pain, she declared that her need for opioid-based painkillers was about to be over. However, when Barton learned that her prescription would cost her 1,400 pounds, or about US$1,814, per month and would not be covered by England's traditionally generous National Health Service (NHS), she decided she had no other choice but to grow her own, despite warnings from the police that she was “openly breaking the law,” and that they “would not look the other way.” “The whole country is in the same situation,” Barton said in a phone conversation. “If you can afford a couple of thousand pounds a month, then you're classified as a patient. If not, you're regarded as a criminal. It's beyond ridiculous.” Cultivation of marijuana in England can carry up to a 14-year prison sentence. That has not stopped the 32-year-old, who taught...

CBD is a great alternative solution when dealing with social anxiety. * This article was originally published here

Observing prohibition in America is like watching your country go through a car accident. There’s not much one can do, but there is something many can. My voice should be small in a recreational legal use State; people who pay their bills through cannabis need to speak up for cannabis [read more] * This article was originally published here

If you’ve been closely following the CBD oil UK law state of affairs, there is a reason why you have landed on this article: confusion. Well you’re not alone with this feeling as many people are confused. On the one hand, organisations such as MHRA are turning a blind eye [read more] * This article was originally published here

Democratic Leaders seek to end federal prohibition, reduce arrests, and encourage women and minority-owned businesses in the rapidly growing industry Today, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic Caucus Chairman Hakeem Jeffries announced their intentions to introduce legislation known as the Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act, to remove marijuana [read more] * This article was originally published here

So, you've decided that you're ready to start growing your own cannabis. You might think to yourself, “I'll have some homegrown, trichome -coated buds in no time, right?” Not exactly. The process of growing cannabis isn't quite as simple as planting a seed, adding some water and periodically providing some light. In fact, it requires a lot of costly supplies, unwavering dedication, and expansive know-how to master the art of cannabis cultivation . If you want to conduct a small, indoor grow operation within the confines of your own home without breaking the bank, a grow tent might be exactly what you need. Home growers utilize grow tents for cannabis cultivation because they provide an easily controllable environment and maximize lighting. While most grow tents are not capable of containing larger-scale grow operations, they're ideal for hobbyist cannabis growers who are hoping to yield between 1 to 5 ounces (28.35 to 142 grams) each month.   A grow tent has a s...