BY MIKEL WEISSER Congratulations Arizona, you now have a medical marijuana program with testing requirements on all cannabis products. According to sources at the Capitol, late Friday afternoon, Governor Doug Ducey called Sen David Gowan to congratulate him on SB1494, as he signed the bill into law. The finished cannabis testing package was the work …
Legislative inaction could jeopardize patient safety A GUEST COLUMN BY MATT ROBERTS Scottsdale, AZ – Thirty-three of thirty-four states who have approved the use of medical marijuana have also required mandatory testing to ensure patient safety. Guess which state doesn’t? As Arizona lawmakers close in on an agreement to require independent third parties analyze the …
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BY MIKEL WEISSER After languishing in the House Rules Committee for a grueling five weeks, SB1494, Sen David Gowan’s hard-fought-for testing bill is back in action. In a unanimous procedural vote Thursday April 25, the 8-member committee ruled that SB1494 is indeed consistent with the state Constitution. This was the embattled bill’s last hurdle before …
BY ACM STAFF Friday morning March 29, on the last possible day it could be heard in committee, Sen. David Gowan’s SB1494 decidedly passed out of the House Health and Human Services Committee, 8-0. A string of expert witnesses provided testimony on the importance of creating state-mandated testing for medical marijuana products sold in the …
A father-son team with a passion for Arizona’s medical marijuana industry will open Level One Labs in Scottsdale, Ariz. on January 1, 2019. George Griffeth and his son, Conner, believe in the health benefits of medical marijuana and want to provide quality diagnostic testing to support Arizona’s cannabis dispensaries. “Level One aims to provide consistent, …
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The fusion of CBD and vaping has created a unique niche in the wellness industry that goes beyond just recreational enjoyment. CBD-infused vaping is increasingly becoming about health, relaxation, and personal expression, aligning with modern consumers’ quest for holistic well-being. A Growing Trend Backed by Numbers CBD vaping is no longer on the fringes — …
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Over the past two weeks, legislative developments have been HB2406 broadening its scope to regulate agricultural vaccinations and hemp products, while HB2447 has undergone a significant amendment from “investigation” to “verify,” addressing concerns about medical marijuana use during pregnancy. The recently amended HB2406, originally focused on “agricultural vaccinations; disclosure,” has now broadened its scope to …
HB2770, initially centered around marijuana interstate agreements and delivery, met its demise only to resurface through a legislative maneuver known as a striker. A striker, a tool used among legislators and lobbyists, allows for the circumvention of legislative deadlines, reviving bills thought to be dead or addressing emergent issues post-deadline. It essentially proposes to wipe …
Efforts to advance marijuana-related bills at the Arizona State Capitol have remained sluggish, with little headway seen in recent weeks. HB2770, which tackles issues surrounding interstate agreements and marijuana delivery, has made minimal strides. Its most recent action occurred on February 13th, when it successfully passed the Motion to Reconsider in the House Commerce Committee …
Marijuana Legislation Continues at Arizona State Capitol, Update Week 10 Read More »
This week, some members of the House of Representatives are on a trip to Israel, but legislative activities continue back home. Bills are either completing their final readings in the originating chamber or facing defeat on the chamber floor. Meanwhile, bills from the opposite chamber are making their way through initial readings and standing committees. …
Legislative Update: Progress and Setbacks in Arizona’s House and Senate Week 9 Read More »
