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Idaho Senate Advances Marijuana Ban Measure
In Idaho, the Senate's State Affairs Committee unanimously approved a marijuana ban, and urged President Obama to crack down on Washington's I-502.
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Maryland Senator Wants to Reduce Marijuana Penalty
Senator Zirkin is promoting SB-297, a bill which would reduce penalties for possession of 1 ounce or less of marijuana in Maryland to a fine of up to $100.
Pennsylvania Marijuana Legalization Bill Coming Soon
Pennsylvania will likely be the next state to see a marijuana legalization bill introduced. Sen. Daylin Leach announced that he would be filing one shortly.
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Senate Committee Approves Kentucky Hemp Bill
The Kentucky hemp bill has been approved by the state's Senate Agricultural Committee. The bill would legalize industrial hemp production in Kentucky.
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Michigan Lawmaker Acting Fast to Legalize Dispensaries
Mike Callton introduced a bill to legalize dispensaries in the state, rightly claiming that Michigan's 125,000 MMJ patients need safe access to medication.
Bills to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession in Vermont
A tripartisan group of 39 co-sponsors has introduced a bill to decriminalize marijuana possession, which would be punishable with a civil citation and fine.
Virginia Welfare Drug Testing Bill Killed
A bill backed by Republicans that would require drug testing of welfare recipients died Monday in the Virginia Senate, because one Republican didn't vote.
South Dakota Medical Marijuana Defense Bill Killed
A bill that would have allowed South Dakotans charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession to mount a medical marijuana defense died on a 7-6 vote.
Details on the New Federal Marijuana Legalization Measures
Reps. Polis and Blumenauer introduced measures to allow states that have passed marijuana legalization bills to regulate it without federal interference.
Congress Introduces Federal Bills to Regulate Marijuana
Members of Congress introduced federal bills Tuesday to end marijuana prohibition and start regulating and taxing marijuana like alcohol.
Oregon May Allow MMJ for PTSD
PTSD, an anxiety disorder, can develop from exposure to traumatizing events such as war, kidnapping, or public shooting.
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Recreational Marijuana Legalization Bill Introduced in PA
Senator Daylin Leach introduced a recreational marijuana legalization bill in PA. Gov. and former prosecutor, Tom Corbett, says he'll simply veto the bill.
Mitch McConnell Endorses Kentucky Hemp Bill
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY), endorsed pending legislation in his home state that seeks to reintroduce industrial hemp cultivation there.
Several States Considering Legislation To Legalize Adult Cannabis Consumption
Lawmakers in several states are anticipated to debate legislative measures this year that seek to legalize and regulate the adult use of cannabis...
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Iowa Senate Democrats Back Medical Marijuana Bill
Democrats in the Iowa state Senate on Wednesday introduced a bill that allows use of medical marijuana for qualifying conditions and the creation of...
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Kentucky Hemp Bill Gains Support, Opponents Misinformed
Kentucky's hemp bill seems likely to pass, but the state police oppose it because they think hemp fields will hide marijuana crops. Wrong!
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.01.23)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of January 23, 2013:
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South Dakota Finally Taking a Step to Protect MMJ Patients
South Dakota Rep. Kaiser and Sen. Tieszen circulated a measure among lawmakers to make medical necessity an affirmative defense. MMJ patients can still...