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It’s a Balancing Act: Determining Your Organization’s Response to Legalized Cannabis."
Date: September 12, 2024
Time: 9:00am - 10:30am
In this must-attend webinar, Allison Sharer and Brandi Votava of Working Partners® will be joined by Business and Labor/Employment Attorney Law Attorney Moriah Hinton from EQUES® Law Group will be sharing their expert insights to help you:
- Understand the latest federal and state cannabis laws
- Develop balanced, legally sound workplace policies
- Protect your business and employees
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A new report highlights the growing public safety concerns surrounding Derived Psychoactive Cannabis Products (DPCPs), which are chemically created and have intoxicating effects similar to marijuana. These products, often marketed as "hemp" under the 2018 Farm Bill, are widely available and pose significant risks, especially to young people. Despite some state-level regulations, DPCPs remain easily accessible, often bypassing laws through continuous product innovation. The report calls for comprehensive bans and stricter enforcement at both state and federal levels to protect public safety.
NTSB Urges Reclassification of Marijuana to Address Growing Safety Concerns
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is pushing for marijuana to be reclassified to better address safety concerns in the workplace. As the legalization of marijuana expands, the NTSB highlights the need for consistent and effective measures to manage its use, especially in safety-sensitive roles. The reclassification would enable more comprehensive research and regulation, helping employers and safety agencies maintain safer work environments.
Navigating CBD Questions in the Workplace
As CBD products become increasingly popular, employers need to understand the complexities surrounding their use. This article explores the challenges of informing employees about CBD, ensuring drug-free workplace policies address CBD use, and understanding state-specific laws. With varying levels of THC in CBD products, the potential for positive drug tests, and the legal nuances, it's crucial for employers to navigate these questions carefully.
