NJ Considers Clinical Cannabis Research Partnerships
New Jersey regulators are soliciting public input on a proposal to introduce "clinical registrant permits," enabling dispensaries to collaborate with research institutions for in-state cannabis studies.
This move seeks to enhance research into medical cannabis's therapeutic benefits while utilizing products sold to patients directly.
The permits would prohibit the concurrent operation of other cannabis businesses and aim to bridge research gaps caused by federal prohibition and low-quality government-grown marijuana.
Massachusetts: Calls for Oversight Amid Turmoil At Cannabis Control Commission
Top lawmakers, including Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr, are urging the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy to hold an oversight hearing to investigate issues such as the suspension of CCC chair Shannon O'Brien, licensing delays, public record mishandling, and a controversial proposal allowing sex offenders in the marijuana industry.
Lawmakers are also promoting legislation to establish an independent internal audit unit within the CCC to improve transparency and accountability.