Send us a textCannabis Legalization News: The Farm Bill, Federal Policies, and Local DevelopmentsIn this episode of Cannabis Legalization News, Tom discusses various topics surrounding cannabis legislation and industry updates. The main focus is on the Farm Bill, which is expected to be seen before June, according to statements from GT Thompson, the U.S. House Ag Committee Chair. The episode also covers news from across the United States on cannabis legalization efforts, including issues in the House and Senate regarding budget cuts, definitions of hemp, and the impact on SNAP benefits. Tom shares updates from states like Virginia, Ohio, and Texas, discussing the political landscape and potential changes in cannabis laws. Additionally, there's a spotlight on a proposed locally-owned dispensary in Pekin, Illinois, and the potential economic benefits it could bring to the community. The episode also touches on the ramifications of the DOJ’s stance on administrative law judges, a study on cannabis’ effects on the brain, and various happenings in the cannabis world.00:00 Introduction and Weekly Updates00:31 Farm Bill Discussion02:31 World War 3 and Economic Concerns03:47 Cannabis Legalization and Policy Issues07:01 Trump's Drug Policy and Its Implications10:25 Administrative Law Judges and DEA15:21 Cannabis and Alcohol Consumption Trends28:19 North Carolina's Cannabis Law Controversy32:49 Ohio Traffic Stop and Marijuana Bust34:58 The Importance of a Certificate of Analysis (COA)35:19 Revenue from Legal Weed36:37 HempFest and HempStock36:54 Michigan's Marijuana Tax Dollars37:25 Regulatory Differences Across States37:40 Washington State's Fun Police40:04 Marijuana Research and Brain Studies41:39 Local Cannabis Legalization News44:32 The Future of Cannabis Dispensaries48:05 Hemp Beverages and the Farm Bill52:37 Ohio's Legalization Rollback59:23 Texas Cannabis Legislation01:07:47 Growing Cannabis: Challenges and Opportunities01:09:19 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the showGet our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3VEn9vu

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