Sentences with phrase «recreational marijuana as»

And what's interesting is New York has really been very reluctant to embrace wither medical marijuana or recreational marijuana as a mater of law, and the politicians are really out of sync of the public on this one.»

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has expressed concerns about recreational marijuana as a «gateway drug,» although in recent months, as New Yorkers have signaled their growing support for legalization, he has suggested he is willing to consider the issue.

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The federal health department released its highly - anticipated task force report on marijuana this week, providing clues as to what Canada's recreational cannabis laws will look like.

The issue of marijuana has become a hot potato politically, as Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau calls for legalization of recreational marijuana, and the Conservatives oppose the move, saying it would only increase use, especially among youth.

By virtually every measure, prohibition of cannabis with high THC commonly known as marijuana and the variant with no recreational drug potential commonly known as hemp has cost the U.S. economy billions of dollars in missed business opportunities and wasted resources spent unsuccessfully fighting the so - called war on drugs.

The three events described by the largest % ages of Americans as not too important included the death of Muhammad Ali (50 %), approval of recreational marijuana use in four states (43 %), and the death of Fidel Castro (40 %).

While Colorado and California are looked at as models of the modern marijuana economy, the U.S. lags behind other countries like Canada, which already has a fully - functional nationwide medical program and will launch its nationwide recreational program in the next year.

Entrepreneurs say it happened at around the same time that the Trump White House suggested federal enforcement against recreational marijuana might be increased and after Attorney General Jeff Sessions described the legal marijuana industry as «violent.»

«We do support medicinal uses of marijuana, but we also know that there's going to be some significant issues that arise as a result of legalisation from a recreational perspective... not only with respect to impaired driving but with respect to a whole host of other issues,» Gordon Wyant told a convention in the province.

That number would almost certainly get a boost in the coming years, as legal markets grow in California and other states, such as Nevada (where legal recreational marijuana sales kicked off over the summer) and Massachusetts (where the adult - use market is expected to open in July 2018).

California governments are projected to take in as much as $ 1 billion annually in taxes and fees with recreational marijuana sales starting this year.

As the country prepares to legalize marijuana for adult use later this year, the rules governing recreational pot are expected to be less stringent but, like tobacco, an ad blitz is not allowed.

Medical marijuana is legal only in 23 states and the District of Columbia, and recreational weed is legal in Colorado, Washington and, as of November, Alaska, Oregon and the District of Columbia.

Aside from technology, the company is also expected to benefit from a contract it landed with the Ontario government, which said earlier this week that it would use Shopify's e-commerce platform for cannabis sales online and in stores as part of its plan to be the province's sole distributor of legal recreational marijuana.

As well, there's sales materials, cabinetry, displays, ventilation, vaults, point - of - sale devices, security systems and everything else it takes to comply with regulations on medical marijuana dispensaries or recreational use shops.

Supporters in the five states set to vote on recreational marijuana had a war chest of $ 30 million as of Oct. 20, compared to just $ 6.6 million for their rivals, according to campaign finance data collected by the nonpartisan site Ballotpedia.

The medicated edibles market has boomed as select states legalize marijuana for recreational use and companies are keeping up with demand.

While marijuana is still illegal under federal law, legal medical marijuana markets have been opened across with Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Alaska opened recreational markets as well.

«If you have the right parcel with utilities in the right jurisdiction, your land will definitely appreciate as a result of Prop 64,» he added, referring to the state's recreational marijuana provision.

Though marijuana is growing ever more popular throughout the U.S. as several states have legalized medicinal and recreational use of the drug, the tight restrictions on growing and selling cannabis products has been a barrier for entrepreneurs looking to enter the market.

Mr. Blair's comments come as Canada's nascent marijuana industry balloons, with investor optimism being fueled by analyst estimates that recreational sales could start as early as 2018.

Medical marijuana has already been legalized in 29 states, while recreational marijuana is now legal in eight, including California as of the start of this year.

Canopy Growth Corp. reported Tuesday that it took a $ 1.6 - million loss in its fiscal second quarter, a slip that comes as the Smiths Falls, Ont. - based medical marijuana company gears up for Canada's planned legalization of recreational cannabis and basks in a ground - breaking deal with a U.S. - based beer giant.

One critic said the move, if implemented, could be more onerous for recreational marijuana users, as police who turn a blind eye to it now would instead start writing tickets.

As Canada prepares to become the largest jurisdiction in the world to legalize recreational marijuana, a federal task force has told Ottawa it should also require the product to be lab - tested, safe to consume and free of harmful contaminants such as bacteria, mould and dangerous pesticideAs Canada prepares to become the largest jurisdiction in the world to legalize recreational marijuana, a federal task force has told Ottawa it should also require the product to be lab - tested, safe to consume and free of harmful contaminants such as bacteria, mould and dangerous pesticideas bacteria, mould and dangerous pesticides.

** Canada's No. 2 marijuana producer Aurora Cannabis Inc has agreed to buy smaller rival CanniMed Therapeutics Inc for C$ 1.1 billion ($ 852 million) as companies jostle to benefit from the country's legalization of recreational marijuana use later this year.

This was fueled by investors heading into this sector in droves as marijuana legalization in Canada drew nearer, marking the birth of the recreational...

As more states legalize recreational marijuana, the varieties of pot - enhanced food and beverage will increase.

As the debate over legalizing recreational marijuana use continues, city and state officials are weighing in on whether they're in favor of lawfully lighting up.

New York State currently provides a medical marijuana program for people with certain qualifying illnesses, but there has been renewed discussion over legalizing adult recreational use in recent years as states like Colorado and Washington pave the way.

Cuomo returned to theme of reporters getting stoned later in the conversation: «As of this date, I am unconvinced on recreational marijuana.

The comments come as states have adopted recreational marijuana programs, including neighboring Massachusetts, though the implementation is on hold there.

But I, as of this date, I am unconvinced on recreational marijuana.»

Cuomo referred to marijuana as a «gateway drug» less than a year ago and, at the time, announced continued opposition to recreational marijuana.

It took years for Cuomo to warm to medical marijuana in the state and his position on recreational marijuana was hazy as recently as last February.

NEW YORK — The campaign to get recreational marijuana legalized in New York got another push Tuesday, as Public Advocate Letitia James along with other elected officials got behind the movement.

«As Massachusetts and Vermont recently legalized recreational marijuana, as well as other states across the nation, the governor has directed DOH to undertake a study to understand the potential impacts on the criminal justice system, economy and public health,» Fashouer said in a statemenAs Massachusetts and Vermont recently legalized recreational marijuana, as well as other states across the nation, the governor has directed DOH to undertake a study to understand the potential impacts on the criminal justice system, economy and public health,» Fashouer said in a statemenas well as other states across the nation, the governor has directed DOH to undertake a study to understand the potential impacts on the criminal justice system, economy and public health,» Fashouer said in a statemenas other states across the nation, the governor has directed DOH to undertake a study to understand the potential impacts on the criminal justice system, economy and public health,» Fashouer said in a statement.

«It would not make sense for us to see a top priority as going after recreational users in states that have determined that it's legal,» he said, invoking the same approach taken toward users of medicinal marijuana in 18 states where it's legal.

«Chris King says his «bold and progressive» plan as governor now includes abolishing the death penalty and legalizing recreational marijuana» via Mitch Perry of WMNF — Labeling it as «incredibly bold,» Democratic gubernatorial candidate King unveiled a criminal reform package on Tuesday that included a call to end the death penalty and full support for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Florida.

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Chris King says his «bold and progressive» plan as governor now includes abolishing the death penalty and legalizing recreational marijuana

Labeling it as «incredibly bold,» Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chris King unveiled a criminal justice reform package on Tuesday that included a call to end the death penalty and full support for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Florida.

ALBANY, NY — New York could become the next state to legalize marijuana for recreational use even as federal officials prepare to crack down on the drug.

In an interview conducted a few days later with The New York Times, she referred to legalized recreational marijuana use as a «moneymaker» and a «justice issue.»

The poll comes after a frenetic first five weeks of campaigning, as Ms. Nixon has attacked the governor in sharp and personal terms while rolling out some flashy progressive policy proposals, including calling for the legalization of recreational marijuana in New York, and for the state to use 100 percent renewable energy sources by 2050.

Senator Klein has documented the prevalence of synthetic marijuana as a growingly popular recreational drug that can be easily found on the internet and in neighborhood stores and they are now flowing freely into the prison system.

As cannabis legalization rapidly evolves, in both medical and recreational usage, understanding the laws» effect on young people is crucial because this group is particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of marijuana and possesses an inherent elevated risk of developing a cannabis disorder.

The slightly pungent scent of marijuana drifts in from a room off the kitchen, where joints are passed among a dozen people, some of them old enough to have been smoking marijuana as a recreational drug since the 1960s.

Senior author Professor Deborah Hasin says, «Although we found no significant effect on adolescent marijuana use, we may find that the situation changes as commercialized markets for medical marijuana develop and expand, and as states legalize recreational marijuana use.

As several governments proceed with legalization for both medical and recreational use, there will always be public health concerns, as marijuana overdose often results in direct adverse reactionAs several governments proceed with legalization for both medical and recreational use, there will always be public health concerns, as marijuana overdose often results in direct adverse reactionas marijuana overdose often results in direct adverse reactions.