This week’s newsletter covers the science behind topical CBD medicine, a new bipartisan federal cannabis legalization proposal, state-level cannabis legislation across the country, and a troubling investigation into synthetic cannabinoids found in unregulated hemp products.
Noteworthy Read
CBD Topical Medicine: What Does the Science Say? (Project CBD)
From arthritis to skincare, scientists are beginning to uncover how topical CBD may reduce inflammation and pain — but more human studies are still needed. This article dives deep into the existing scientific research on transdermal cannabinoid medicine.
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Bipartisan Proposal Would Federally Legalize Cannabis in Adult-Use States (Ganjapreneur)
A new bipartisan bill introduced in Congress would federally legalize cannabis in states that have already enacted adult-use laws, aiming to protect state markets from federal interference.
Tennessee House Passes Ban on Hemp Flower and THCA (Ganjapreneur)
Tennessee lawmakers have approved a bill that would ban the sale of hemp flower and THCA products, in a move to shut down unregulated intoxicating hemp being sold in the state.
Survey Finds Majority of Americans Believe Store-Bought Cannabis Contains Pesticides (Ganjapreneur)
A recent survey reveals that most Americans suspect retail cannabis products contain pesticides, revealing widespread public concerns about product safety and regulatory oversight.
Indiana Bill Would Ban All Cannabis Advertising in the State (Ganjapreneur)
Indiana lawmakers have introduced a bill that would prohibit all forms of cannabis advertising, including for hemp products, raising concerns among businesses and free speech advocates.
Research Round-Up
California Lab Tests Expose Massive Fraud, Illegal Products & the Cannabis Equivalent of Ultra-Processed Junk Food (Project CBD)
A new study from an industry advocacy group in California examines the content of dozens of unregulated intoxicating “hemp” products that are easily available in the Golden State despite being banned by state law.
The study’s findings indicate that many so-called hemp products are infused with synthetic psychoactive cannabinoids, which can actually make users feel loopier than natural Delta-9 THC. What’s more, synthesized Delta-9 THC is present in many of these products, despite being prohibited in both California’s cannabis and hemp programs. And finally, these products, mostly vended through websites, are effectively dodging the taxman — raising no revenues for state or local governments.
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