Smoking marijuana has increasingly stirred up disputes in our society because of the spread of misinformation, leading the population to riot in the streets advocating for its legal use. Little do people know that some things that might be frown upon could somehow be beneficial or pleasant to others. The problem crops up when we’re unable to tell apart what can aid us or adversely affect our body. For decades, it has been widely recognized that smoking progressively damages your lung tissues. At first glance, this might come across as a life-threatening substance that when consumed, it causes irreparable damages, but this not exactly like that. Cannabis, like many other plants, has properties that have been utilized by humans for a wide range of purposes, but the problem stems from the overuse thereof. Like any other product, whether it is chemical-based or naturally-grown, it might pose risks if it is consumed indiscriminately. What is of the utmost importance is to be fully aware when something is harmful to you — that’s called being responsible of your own body. What you should know about cannabis Cannabis might be deemed as another must-ban drug; however, experts in the scientific field might contradict the typical widespread biased anti-marijuana arguments. It turns out that the medical cannabis industry in the United States is expected to reach USD 55.8 billion in 2025, whereas in Latin America Colombia has become the leading growth sector. The growing industry of cannabis has made other countries across Latin American jump on the bandwagon, such as Uruguay, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Mexico, Peru, and Ecuador. In Colombia Cannabis is mainly used to treat chronic pain. It can also be used to tackle issues like depression, anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, cancer cells, and more. In the United States, medical marijuana is legal in at least 33 states. By contrast, recreational marijuana is allowed in fewer states. If one wishes to opt for medical marijuana, the person needs to get a written prescription from the state they come from. Of course, it has to be one where marijuana has not been prohibited. Unfortunately, some doctors might have second thoughts about prescribing you a dose of such a thing, which means there’s a possibility that they rethink what’s best for you. Current laws and knowledge of the usage of cannabis In the United States, there are qualifying conditions in every single state where marijuana has been permitted for the public use. If such conditions are not met, it is almost certain you won’t get the chance to try it. Studies have proved that marijuana can be of good use. That’s why it is always important to check reliable sources of information so that you can see the other side of the coin. Keeping in mind the upsides and downsides of every single piece of food or substance that you’re going to consume will enable you to make up your mind and choose what’s best for you. Of course, being aware of your limits is something you need to have clear in life. Otherwise, it could lead to some serious problems in the future that you might regret later on. If you need to use cannabis for medicinal purposes you should buy a bong. Bongs are considered the most efficient way to smoke marijuana, especially if this instrument if made with good materials. In Tank Glass, we are fully committed with distributing the best bubblers for those cannabis enthusiasts, contact us and buy the perfect bong.

Here in California, our legislature closed out the week with some improvements to reforms in marijuana taxes and expanding the industry’s access to banking. Once they make it to the governor’s desk, they are now set to shape the marijuana industry further into the future. Industry advocates have been looking to 2020 as a transformative year with regard to marijuana legislation but then COVID-19 happened. But the silver lining there was that local regulators decided that the industry was essential which allowed dispensaries to stay open even amid shutdowns in some areas. Senate Bill 67 Other news was Senate Bill 67 which will allow growers and producers to designate the region where the marijuana is grown, much like our wine industry. This is significant to ensure against false and misleading labeling and advertising. Under this bill, marijuana must be grown in the geographically designated area that it is using in its advertising. Growers feel this will help them preserve the integrity of their product, especially those who grow craft products relying on the soil and topography of a particular area.  Possible Tax Relief Since marijuana was first legalized, California taxes concerning the industry have been some of the highest in the nation. While reforms to Assembly Bill 1872 aren’t as aggressive as was hoped for, they are still moving in the right direction. This bill serves to freeze any potential tax rate increases on marijuana businesses since they weren’t able to get the small business relief of other industries during COVID. Banking Availability Another issue regarding the cannabis industry is its inability to use banking and traditional financial services because of banks’ federal regulations. This has led some banks to avoid transactions with the industry. While Assembly Bill 1525 won’t do anything to remove federal regulations, it does remove any state penalties against institutions working with marijuana businesses and clients. Meanwhile, federal talks about banking and marijuana have continued with a vote on federal descheduling expected later in the month. This could allow access to banking for the entire industry, if passed. Although passed in the House already last year, the Senate has remained firm. Testing Tweaks Also on the governor’s desk are some measures for product testing changes that would allow growers to submit their unpackaged product for lab testing, making this more affordable to producers. Another measure would require more precise measurement of THC content in edibles while another would allow cannabis testing labs to offer services to law enforcement or prosecutors.  CBD Regulations What didn’t make the legislative cut was an effort to regulate hemp-derived CBD in products such as food and supplements. Despite some losses, these measures are indicative of an industry on the verge of normalization. Finally. According to Amy Jenkins, a senior policy director at the California Cannabis Industry Association and active lobbyist, “I think that’s a great testament to everything the industry has been doing to educate the legislature… It’s a testament to how far we’ve come.”We will keep you posted.