CA Introduces Bill to Regulate Medical Marijuana Businesses
The bill would also grandfather in the medical marijuana businesses already operating legally under city or county laws.
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The Next Ten States to End Marijuana Prohibition
MPP will work with local and national allies to pass initiatives in at least five states and bills in five state legislatures to end marijuana prohibition.
California Sentencing Reform Bill to Go to Governor
California sees about 10,000 drug possession cases each year. That figure does not include marijuana, decriminalized under Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
North Carolina Legislature Overrides Drug Testing Bill Veto
North Carolina's Republican Gov. Pat McCrory last month vetoed a welfare drug testing bill, saying it was "not a smart way to combat drug abuse."
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.09.04)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of September 4, 2013:
Armored Car Companies Is the Federal Government's Latest Attack On Legal Marijuana
The feds have given armored car companies in California notice to stop working with any cannabis-related business, which will effect several large...
Florida Medical Marijuana Initiative Moving Forward
"We certainly hope they're successful...Turning Florida medical marijuana green would be a big deal." -- Mason Tvert
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.08.21)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of August 21, 2013:
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Connecticut Agency Addresses Concerns About MMJ Regulations
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection released revised regulations for the medical marijuana industry in the state.
New Jersey Governor Moves on Medical Marijuana for Kids
"Protection of our children remains my utmost concern and our regulations must make certain that children receive the care they need" New Jersey Gov. Christie
ASA Lobby Day: Making a difference in California
These lobby days help bring the voice of the medical cannabis community, where important decisions that affect their lives are made in every session.
Delaware Governor Moves on Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
Delaware Gov. Jack Markell signaled that he is ready to move forward with drafting regulations for dispensaries, or "compassion centers" in Delaware-speak.
Most Americans Now Live in States That Reject Prohibition
MPP's Rob Kampia reports that with Illinois' medical marijuana law, most of our population now lives in states that have rejected cannabis prohibition.
Oregon: Governor Signs Law Authorizing Cannabis Dispensaries
Arizona, Colorado, New Jersey, Maine, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington, DC now have licensed medical cannabis dispensaries up and running.
Study: Medical Cannabis Laws Reduce Alcohol Traffic Deaths
The passage of medical cannabis laws is associated with a reduction in the consumption of alcohol and with fewer alcohol-related traffic fatalities.
Ohio Medical Marijuana Amendment Proposal Rejected by AG
A proposal to put a medical marijuana amendment before Ohio voters this November has been rejected by Attorney General Mike DeWine.
Arkansas Medical Marijuana Initiatives Aim at 2014
Two separate medical marijuana initiative campaigns aimed at the November 2014 ballot are underway in Arkansas.
Medicinal Marijuana Needy: The Story of Michael Brooks, Part 2
Weedists: Meet Michael Brooks. "Weedists are the people who are out there fighting the good fight and these are their stories." Michael represents a new...