The National Institute of Standards and Technology released a report meant to help state regulators craft science-based requirements for scales used in cannabis sales, noting that cannabis products differ from traditional weighed goods like groceries, precious metals and gems.
Virginia's Cannabis Control Authority opened a public survey to gather input as it drafts rules for the state's newly legalized recreational market. Illinois' Department of Financial and Professional Regulation issued guidance on newly raised possession limits and dispensaries' new ability to add drive-thru windows and extend hours. Idaho regulators are amending hemp rules, while Oregon's Health Authority is proposing to sharply raise fees for psilocybin service businesses and eliminate discounts for nonprofits, veterans and low-income applicants.
The DEA marked the 53rd anniversary of its founding.
Michigan's Supreme Court ruled trial courts can no longer bar marijuana use as a probation condition. Former Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum was arrested on marijuana possession, dangerous drugs and paraphernalia charges. U.S. Virgin Islands Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. (D) cited his earlier signing of the territory's legalization law in a proclamation for Ras Tafari Day; the territory's Cannabis Advisory Board meets July 23.
Missoula, Montana's City Council approved a moratorium on new recreational dispensary licenses. Osseo, Minnesota holds a town hall Thursday on a proposed municipal dispensary. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is funding animal-tracking radio towers with marijuana revenue. California regulators sent program updates.
A Thai lawmaker filed a bill restricting legal cannabis to medical use. Voters in Steinbach and Winkler, Manitoba, will likely face October ballot questions on ending local bans on cannabis stores.
A review found CBD shows anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, anxiolytic and analgesic effects potentially aiding athlete recovery. Separate research concluded buccal delivery of a THC nanoemulsion could offer better solubility and controlled release for refractory chronic pain.
A poll found three in four people who tried THC-infused cannabis beverages cut back on alcohol, with a fifth quitting entirely. Glass House Brands Inc. completed its first international sale of smokable CBD biomass, shipping to Europe. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson discussed his reluctance to try psychedelics.
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