Chronicle Review Essay: Marijuana Policy Past and Future
It has been fewer than 20 years since California voters ushered in the modern era of marijuana policy by approving a loosely-written initiative to allow for the use of medical marijuana.
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Oops, We Did It Again! CA Bill AB 2500 Defeated
SA Members stopped a bill in the state legislature that would have made it a crime to drive with even a tiny amount medical cannabis in your blood (AB 2500)
NORML Interviews: PA State Senator and US Congressional Candidate Daylin Leach
Senator Leach Talks Marijuana Policy with National NORML Comm. Director Erik Altieri and PhillyNORML Comm. Director Joe Forte NORML recently interviewed Pennsylvania State Senator Daylin Leach regarding marijuana law reform and the…
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In Search of Greener Pastures, Techies Land in the Growing Marijuana Field
Capitalizing on the so-called green rush, techies have switched careers, bringing their know-how to the once seedy world of a $10.2 billion market marijuana
Moratoriums: One Step Back for Oregon
A sweeping number of Oregon cities have imposed a moratorium on medical marijuana. It is clear to me that these moratoriums have been set out of fear rather than fact.
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Anonymous Tip From 911 Caller Now Probable Cause
American law enforcement can now forcibly pull motorists over based solely on the anonymous “911” tips they receive from highway rats.
Chris Christie Devours NJ Marijuana Future? More Likely His Own
In mid-late April New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie, vehemently laid out his plan for legal marijuana in the garden state: "over my dead body." Pot is here to stay and it's only going to gain traction as more of the nonsense and lies are obliterated by the truth and anecdotal, personal experience.
NORML PAC Endorses Adam Ebbin for US Congress
NORML PAC is pleased to announce its endorsement of Virginia State Senator Adam Ebbin in his campaign for U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia’s 8th Congressional District.
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Florida Senate Passes Low-THC Medical Marijuana Bill
The Florida Senate approved a proposal legalizing a strain on marijuana that could stop life-threatening seizures in children with a rare form of epilepsy.
Recent Quinnipiac Poll Shows Coloradans Still “Feel Good” About Legalizing Marijuana
On April 28, 2014, Quinnipiac University released poll data showing that Coloradans still “feel good” about legalizing marijuana. With a 14 percent margin...
Arizona Supreme Court DUI Ruling Helps Cannabis Consumers
The Arizona Supreme Court has taken a step towards rational DUI regulations for cannabis use. I hope my home state of Washington takes a page from this rule book.
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Move to Allow Medical Marijuana in Ohio
Ohio could be next to secure medical marijuana through an amendment being proposed to the state’s constitution called the Ohio Cannabis Rights Amendment.
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Medical Marijuana Could Be Legalized in New York This Spring
Bolstered by public acceptance and hints of support from Gov. Cuomo proponents believe re-drafted legislation will be approved in New York this spring.
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Report: Medical Marijuana Patients Face Many Barriers
A report which followed 628 patients who used cannabis for medical purposes during 2011 and 2012, revealed a pattern of systematic obstacles.
Regulations Are Good for Patients
California’s medical cannabis industry sees regulations as inevitable; some recognize the benefits regulation offers to those serving the state’s patients
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Will Florida Gov. Scott Thwart Humane Bid for Limited Medical Marijuana?
Even if bills are approved by both chambers before the scheduled end of session next week, Gov. Scott might sink the effort with a veto.
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Many Factors on the Road to Marijuana Legalization in Colorado
Several factors such the creation of strong medical marijuana regulatory structures and national and local grass-roots campaigns to decriminalize possession
NFL Players, Cannabis, and the Media: Perfect PR Crapstorm
Another story involving cannabis and the NFL has come to light recently, and the PR agents of these players have some work ahead of them. From the sounds of it, they were drinking and (possibly) smoking weed