Medical Marijuana On the Move in Minnesota Senate
Once again, the medical marijuana bill authored by Sen. Scott Dibble and Rep. Carly Melin cleared another legislative hurdle. The Minnesota Senate Judiciary Committee just voted
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With Banks Wary of Pot, Colorado Mulls Marijuana Bank
A Colorado plan to set up the first financial system for marijuana survived less than 24 hours before state lawmakers changed course and shelved the idea.
Bill to Improve Medical Marijuana Access in Vermont Gets Final Approval
The Vermont Senate approved a bill that will improve access to medical marijuana and remove the cap of 1,000 patients who may benefit from dispensaries.
Past Marijuana Convictions Could Be Sealed if SB 218 Becomes Law in Colorado
If Senate Bill 218 is passed, Coloradans could petition to have their previous marijuana-related convictions sealed if they would have not been crimes under current Colorado law.
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…
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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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.
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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.
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
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.04.23)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of April 23, 2014:
Alaska Marijuana Initiative Moved to November Ballot
When the state legislature failed to adjourn its session on time this past Sunday night, the initiative was automatically moved to the November ballot.
Washington State Marijuana Retail Licenses Lottery Rolls Out This Week
The Washington State Marijuana Licenses Lottery begins with a total of 334 retail licenses to be awarded.
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How a Marijuana Derivative Stormed the Alabama State House
A state historically as conservative as Alabama just legalized a marijuana derivative for medical research.
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Restrictions on Pot Edibles Clear Colorado House
Bills restricting marijuana edibles in Colorado cleared the state House unanimously, the bills would set possession limits for concentrated marijuana.