Pennsylvania NAACP Says Legalize Marijuana
"I am honored that the NAACP has spoken out in favor of my legislation to legalize, regulate and tax marijuana in Pennsylvania," Leach said.
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Allowed: Cop to Lobby for Marijuana Legalization
Having a currently employed law enforcement officer being given the ‘green’ light by their command to lobby for marijuana legalization maybe a first.
Judge Stays Seizure of Medical Marijuana Club
A federal judge granted Oakland's request to stay federal forfeiture proceedings against a medical marijuana club while it defends its standing on appeal.
July San Diego Americans for Safe Access Meeting
Join patients, advocates, scientists, and concerned citizens July 9th, 7 - 9pm for the July San Diego Chapter of Americans for Safe Access monthly meeting.
Study: Cannabinoid (CBD) Reduces Cigarette Consumption
The inhalation of the cannabinoid CBD mitigates tobacco smokers’ desire for cigarettes, according to data published in the journal Addictive Behaviors.
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.07.02)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of July 2, 2013:
This Week’s Corrupt Cops Stories (2013.07.02)
Here's the latest news on corrupt cops and law enforcement around the United States from the past week, as of July 2, 2013.
Chronicle Book Review: High Price
High Price: A Neuroscientist's Journey of Self-Discovery That Challenges Everything You Know About Drugs and Society, by Dr. Carl Hart - A damned good read.
Oregon Governor Signs Marijuana Policy Reforms Into Law
On Monday, Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber signed into law two bills that make sensible changes to Oregon’s marijuana laws.
Marijuana Debated at Aspen Ideas Festival
In an interesting debate at the Aspen Ideas Festival, Drug Policy Alliance director Ethan Nadelmann is debating former DEA administrator Asa Hutchinson.
Malaysia Minister Talks Drug Decriminalization
A Malaysian minister said the nation is moving toward decriminalizing, but her remarks also suggest that drug users would be exchanging jail for treatment.
Oregon Approves Reducing Marijuana Possession Penalties
Oregon's House and Senate have given approval to two separate legislative measures to reduce penalties related to certain marijuana possession offenses.
New Jersey Passes Bill to Improve Medical Marijuana Access
New Jersey’s medical marijuana law has shown itself to be flawed in many ways, but the legislature has approved a bill that would make improvements.
Vermont Decriminalizes Marijuana
As of Monday, Vermont will be the 17th state to decriminalize marijuana possession. A bill passed earlier this year goes into effect then.
Los Angeles Deputies Kill Armed Man, 80, in Marijuana Raid
Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies shot and killed an armed 80-year-old man as they served a search warrant on a marijuana grow operation.
NH Medical Marijuana Bill Receives Approval From Legislature
New Hampshire lawmakers gave final approval to a bill that will allow residents with serious illnesses to obtain and use medical marijuana.
California Dispensary Numbers Shrink in War of Attrition
In May, Stockton took its first steps toward a dispensary ban, San Bernardino bragged that it had shut down 18 dispensaries and was working to close 15 more
Lawyers Guild Report Condemns Federal Marijuana Policy
The National Lawyers Guild issued a report yesterday addressing the federal government’s flawed policy on marijuana.