Writings by Daniel T. McKillop

Dan McKillop has more than fifteen years of experience representing corporate and individual clients in complex environmental litigation and regulatory proceedings before state and federal courts and environmental agencies arising under numerous state and federal statutes.

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TTAB (Still) Cites the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) in Rejecting Cannabis Trademarks

The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (the TTAB or Board) continues to refuse to register cannabis related trademarks, despite the growing legalization and use of cannabis at the state level. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (the TTAB or Board) continues to refuse to register cannabis related trademarks, despite the growing legalization and use of […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

July 7, 2023

Big Changes Coming to New Jersey Cannabis Licensing

Several important changes to New Jersey’s cannabis licensing framework are on the horizon... Several important changes to New Jersey’s cannabis licensing framework are on the horizon. The changes are intended to make it easier for certain applicants to obtain licenses, including diversely owned retailers and social equity applicants. Social Equity Applicants The first change gives […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

July 6, 2023

AMA Clears Way for Reimbursement of Psychedelic Therapies

The American Medical Association (AMA) recently approved a CPT III code for psychedelic therapies... The American Medical Association (AMA) recently approved a CPT III code for psychedelic therapies. This is a significant development towards allowing physicians and other qualified healthcare professionals to seek reimbursement for delivering psychedelic therapies and thereby facilitate improved access to groundbreaking treatments. Growth of Psychedelic Therapies Psychedelics […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 16, 2023

Cannabis Industry Applauds Reintroduction of SAFE Banking Act

On April 27, 2023, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers from both the House and the Senate reintroduced the SAFE Banking Act… Federal legislation that could reshape the cannabis industry is back on the table. On April 27, 2023, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers from both the House and the Senate reintroduced the SAFE Banking Act. […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 15, 2023

What Developers Need to Know About NJ’s Environmental Justice Rules

Last month, the NJDEP finalized its much-anticipated Environmental Justice Rules, including N.J.S.A. 13:1D-157, which is the strongest law of its kind in the country… On April 23, 2023, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP or Department) finalized its much-anticipated Environmental Justice Rules (EJ Rules). The rules implement New Jersey’s Environmental Justice Law (N.J.S.A. […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 11, 2023

NJDEP’s New Natural Resource Damage Settlement Policies

NJDEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette issued Administrative Order 2023-08 (AO 2023-08), which updates the State’s Natural Resource Restoration (NRD) Policy... On March 14, 2023, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP or Department) Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette issued Administrative Order 2023-08 (AO 2023-08), which updates the State’s Natural Resource Restoration (NRD) Policy. The Order seeks to […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 8, 2023

NJDEP

Breaking Down the EPA’s Long-Anticipated PFAS Regulation

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently proposed first-ever limits for PFAS compounds in drinking water. If adopted, the EPA’s new rule would require public water systems to test for and maintain PFOA and PFOS levels of no more than 4 parts per trillion and notify customers if levels exceed this standard. Under the proposed PFAS […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

March 31, 2023

How the Cosmetics Industry Should Prepare for Increased FDA Oversight Under MOCRA

The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MOCRA) overhauls the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) regulatory framework for cosmetics and expands its oversight over the industry... The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 (MOCRA) overhauls the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) regulatory framework for cosmetics and expands its oversight over the industry. The […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

February 10, 2023

New Jersey Employer Guidance Regarding Employee Cannabis Impairment At Work

The legalization of cannabis has created numerous challenges for New Jersey employers who desire a drugfree workplace… The legalization of cannabis has created numerous challenges for New Jersey employers who desire a drugfree workplace, particularly when they suspect an employee is under the influence of cannabis at work. The question most New Jersey employers have […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

September 26, 2022

How Will Lower Hackensack River Superfund Designation Impact New Jersey Businesses?

On September 7, 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it is adding the Lower Hackensack River in Bergen and Hudson counties to the Superfund National Priorities List (NPL). On September 7, 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it is adding the Lower Hackensack River in Bergen and Hudson counties to the […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

September 9, 2022

NY Cannabis Control Board Approves Rules for Advertising and Packaging Cannabis

On June 1, 2022, New York’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) approved regulations that will govern the advertising and packaging of adult-use cannabis… On June 1, 2022, New York’s Cannabis Control Board (CCB) approved regulations that will govern the advertising and packaging of adult-use cannabis. The CCB’s proposed regulations aim to ensure consumer safety and prevent cannabis companies […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

July 11, 2022

New York

NJ Awards First Adult-Use Cannabis Retail Licenses

New Jersey’s adult-use cannabis market continues to take shape. In late May, the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) issued additional licenses, including the industry’s first conditional retail licenses. Growing Recreational Cannabis Marketplace New Jersey’s adult-use cannabis sales officially launched on April 21, 2022. In the first month, the state’s 13 approved dispensaries made $24 […]

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

June 9, 2022

Recreational Cannabis

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