AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFederal Cannabis Reform: Democratic senators reintroduced the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) to end the federal marijuana ban by removing cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act, with expungement and a new DOJ cannabis justice office in the mix. DEA Process: A DEA rescheduling hearing wrapped up, and the judge set deadlines for post-hearing briefs ahead of a recommendation. Enforcement & Safety: Canada’s RCMP seized about 400 pounds of cannabis plus vapes in one stop, and in another seized 70 cases of illegal tobacco with ~700,000 cigarettes. CBD in the Crosshairs: A Bahrain delivery driver went on trial for allegedly distributing synthetic cannabinoids by “dead mail,” with CBD-oil soaked paper pieces and bottles found. Local Market Moves: Watertown welcomed its first pot shop, while Circleville, Ohio voted down an ordinance that would have allowed marijuana dispensaries. Business/Finance: Commercial Bank of Dubai launched “UP by CBD,” a mobile banking platform for micro and small businesses, built to streamline onboarding and credit access.
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