AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMarijuana Rescheduling: A key U.S. federal deadline is set for Aug. 17 as briefs are due in the fight over moving marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, with a recommendation expected after filings but no final decision date yet. Hemp & Enforcement: Hawaii officials defend a hemp crackdown amid an industry lawsuit, while Massachusetts and other states keep tightening rules on kratom and hemp-derived products. Dentists & Prescriptions: The government warned dentists not to pre-sign cannabis prescription forms without examining patients, warning of potential legal action. Pricing Pressure: Ohio’s adult-use market is still far pricier than Michigan, with data showing steep differences that may keep driving cross-border buying. Local Cannabis Politics: In New Jersey, a mayor faces a recall tied to opposition to a proposed marijuana cultivation facility near a school. Drug Busts (Context for Policy): Nigeria’s NDLEA reported major cocaine and codeine-syrup seizures and arrests, underscoring ongoing enforcement pressure around controlled substances. Community Prevention: Fiji’s youth minister urged young people to reject drugs, pointing to a reported drop in marijuana-related cases after similar youth interventions.
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