AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoU.S. Policy Watch: The DOJ’s medical marijuana rescheduling (Schedule I to III) is helping some businesses with federal tax and research access, but states still face a messy split between federal and state rules as the DEA prepares more hearings. Regulatory Compliance: Georgia’s medical cannabis overhaul takes effect July 1, expanding patient eligibility, removing end-stage/severe-condition limits for many diagnoses, and widening product options. Workplace Rules: Even after federal rescheduling, DOT says truckers and airline pilots can’t use marijuana in safety-sensitive roles, keeping drug-test rules unchanged. Public Safety Research: A Johns Hopkins study warns cannabis edibles plus alcohol can impair driving more than being legally drunk, and roadside alcohol tests won’t catch it. Enforcement: Nigeria’s NDLEA reports major seizures, including ketamine and MDMA hidden in water purifier machines, plus large cannabis hauls and military-grade ammunition. Hemp & Industry: FIFA licensed a Ningxia hemp-weave craft brand for the 2026 World Cup, pushing rural artisans to scale up for global demand. Market Reality: Alabama’s long-stalled medical program is finally moving, with dispensaries opening and more expected soon.
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