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If you are a person who uses cannabidiol (CBD) products and also one who travels, you may have questions concerning the rules and regulations regarding bringing cannabis hemp derived CBD products with you when you fly. Although laws are constantly changing, it’s best not to assume anything but rather know what the rules are so that you can avoid any unpleasant surprises the next time you go through security at an airport. The TSA’s Rules for FLying with CBD If you are flying with CBD products in your possession, you need to know the rules. As of May 2019, if […]

Governor Unveils Marijuana Banking Guide to Help Banks Work with Cannabis Companies Ever since medical marijuana became legal, banking has been a challenge for cannabis companies because of Federal regulations and restrictions regarding cannabis banking. Since marijuana legalization in Colorado, cannabis companies have had to operate as cash-based businesses as access to credit card processing systems for the marijuana industry is prohibited, making them targets for thieves and even resulting in employees being killed in robberies. Gov. Polis has unveiled a banking guide to allow these businesses to utilize banking services within the state, making it easier for them to […]

New 2020 Colorado marijuana laws taking effect in January will see marijuana hospitality establishments and medical marijuana delivery becoming a reality for the Centennial State. Governor Jared Polis signed House Bill 1230 to regulate the social consumption of marijuana stating, “Up until this bill, there’s been no way to have safe public consumption”. Colorado marijuana dispensaries can now apply for an on-site tasting room license comparable to the one local breweries use. Other businesses such as restaurants, music venues, art galleries, hotels, yoga studios and more can apply for private consumption licenses and limited pot sales. The new law also […]

People and companies interested in Colorado marijuana investing can now join the Colorado cannabis industry, whether they are located in the state or not. Former Governor John Hickenlooper vetoed similar legislation in 2018, but a bill was signed in May 2019 that will allow outside investors to infuse cash into the Colorado marijuana market as of November 1st. Some investors wasted no time jumping in. Within the first month of this law taking effect, cannabis consulting firm Medicine Man Technologies out of Denver announced more than $300 million in acquisitions, including a chain of local dispensaries known as Strawberry Fields. […]

Glaucoma is a complex eye condition in which the optic nerve becomes damaged over time. This serious medical condition can reduce peripheral vision and lead to blindness if untreated. Glaucoma is characterized by elevated pressure within the eye; this elevated eye pressure (intraocular pressure or IOP) can be relieved by cannabis use, but the benefits are short lived. The American Glaucoma Society, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society do not recommend marijuana or other cannabis products for glaucoma. Since effective treatment of this eye condition requires constant management of IOP, marijuana is not a viable option, as […]

In May of 2019, Colorado state governor and entrepreneur, Jared Polis, participated in the 72nd General Assembly alongside his fellow legislators. Taking the major forum as an opportunity to establish himself and his political stances, Polis, as well as his party members, made it a point to deliver on promises of change via new and impactful legislation. In this effort, Polis addressed and ratified laws pertaining to a wide variety of state issues, ranging from early education to LGBT+ issues to the structure of the cannabis trade. Among Polis’ new array of legislation, one bill, in particular, is sure to […]