House to Vote on Budget Amendment to Defund Medical Marijuana Raids
The House of Representatives is expected to debate and vote on budget appropriation legislation for the Department of Justice's medical marijuana raids.
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Rescheduling Cannabis Would Solve the NFL and Weed Quagmire
The NFL's rules on pot are getting ready to change. It remains somewhat unclear just how they will change, but some change is imminent. Commissioner Goodell has a history of equivocating and not really taking a firm stance on cannabis
Missouri Becomes 19th State To Decriminalize Marijuana Possession
On Tuesday, Gov. Jay Nixon made Missouri history by allowing the state to join the ranks of 18 others that have eliminated the possibility of jail time for the possession of marijuana.
Zohydro ER Approval Exposes Federal Hypocrisy
Commonly referred to as "heroin in a bottle," Zohyrdo ER has received staunch opposition from local and national lawmakers who are afraid that this pill will wreak havoc on our society.
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First Recreational Marijuana Licenses in Whatcom County, Washington
The state has issued the first recreational marijuana licenses in Whatcom County, Washington to two growers-processors.
Wisconsin Girl Dies Waiting for Implementation of Cannabis Oil Legislation
Lydia Schaeffer passed away from a rare genetic disorder. Her plight inspired lawmakers in Wisconsin to legalize a marijuana extract to treat her condition.
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Minnesota Lawmakers Strike Medical Marijuana Deal
Minnesota lawmakers struck a deal legalizing medical marijuana, handing a major victory to severely ill children. Gov. Dayton said he would sign the bill.
DEA Playing Games with Kentucky's Hemp Seeds; State Sues
After being misled by the DEA about whether it would release imported heed seed destined for the state's hemp research projects, the state of Kentucky is now suing the federal anti-drug agency,
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Vermont to Study Marijuana Legalization
Vermont's Governor's office is gearing up for a task assigned by the Legislature: studying the fiscal and other impacts if the state legalizes marijuana.
Toronto’s First Medical Marijuana Clinic Will Open in July
According to Leaf Science the Cannabinoid Medical Clinic will soon be the first clinic in Toronto that specializes in medical marijuana.
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.05.14)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of May 14, 2014:
NORML PAC Endorses Wes Neuman for Congress in Florida’s 7th District
NORML PAC is endorsing Wes Neuman in his campaign against incumbent John Mica to become the next Congressman for Florida’s 7th Congressional District.
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Marijuana Oil to Treat Seizures Faces Hurdles in Kentucky
Issues are the availability of marijuana oil, approval from the FDA and the cost of studies that preliminary estimates say could be $10,000 per participant.
This Week's Corrupt Cops Stories (2014.05.14)
Here's the latest news on corrupt cops and law enforcement around the United States from the past week, as of May 14, 2014:
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San Jose Council Delays Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Vote
The debate over medical marijuana dispensaries in San Jose was delayed when a contentious city council chamber failed to vote on a proposed ordinance.
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Denver Accepts Tweaks to Marijuana-Themed Concerts
The Colorado Symphony Orchestra's is aligning its bring-your-own-cannabis concerts with laws that authorize but still regulate marijuana use in Colorado.
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Want to Open a Marijuana Dispensary in Illinois? It Will Cost You
Illinois passed a bill legalizing medical marijuana though Illinois has some of the strictest regulations and most expensive entry fees in the industry.
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See How Much the Medical Marijuana Effort Has Raised in Florida
A political committee helping spearhead a ballot effort to legalize medical marijuana in Florida raised an overall total of $3.1 million through April.