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Vandalized MPP Billboard Rises Again With a New Message
A Portland billboard put up by Marijuana Policy Project in March only lasted one night before being destroyed.
Maryland General Assembly Approves Medical Marijuana
The Maryland General Assembly has given final approval to a bill that allows residents with serious illnesses to obtain medical marijuana.
Marijuana Decriminalization Law Takes Effect in Rhode Island
Rhode Island joins 13 other states around the country that have adopted marijuana "decriminalization" laws.
Oregon: MPP Unveils Billboard for Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, time for Portland's Spring Beer & Wine Fest. Locals may notice a massive reminder that marijuana is safer than alcohol.
Editorial Support for Medical Marijuana in Florida and Illinois
Medical marijuana bills are circulating in Illinois and Florida. In Illinois, HB1, authored by Rep. Lou Lang (D-Skokie), will soon be voted on in the House.
Oklahoma to Consider Lessening Marijuana Penalties
Oklahoma has some of the harshest penalties for marijuana possession in the nation.
Weedist Talks to Morgan Fox of Marijuana Policy Project
Morgan Fox is Communications Manager for Marijuana Policy Project. He is from Cleveland, but has lived in Washington DC since he joined MPP in 2008.
Weedist Talks to Mason Tvert of Marijuana Policy Project
Mason Tvert is largely credited with the legalization of marijuana in CO. He founded SAFER, co-directed the Amendment 64 campaign and now works with MPP.
Maine Could Be Next State to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol
Rep. Diane Russell was joined by Rep. Aaron Libby at a press conference Thursday to unveil details of her new bill, the Act to Tax and Regulate Marijuana.
Federal Marijuana Reform Bills Gaining Attention
In the wake of the introduction of federal marijuana reform bills on February 5, the national media is paying closer attention to the possibility of change.
Legalization Foes Come Out Swinging Against Marijuana
Washington has remained silent in the face of legalization in two states, but special interests and anti-pot crusaders are starting to push back.
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Marijuana Lobbyists in DC Gaining Influence and Acceptance
Lawmakers that used to avoid marijuana lobbyists are now seeking them out. Many members of Congress are working toward reforming federal marijuana laws.
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.
Up Next... Oregon!
I was joined by Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Oregon), who kicked off the forum by discussing the need for reform of marijuana laws on the federal level.
2016 for a Marijuana Legalization Bid in California
California activists are eager for marijuana legalization, but crafty movement strategists are counseling patience -- and trying to build their forces.
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Marijuana Policy Project has Big Plans for 2013
Marijuana Policy Project has big plans for 2013, such as building support for tax and regulate measures in California, Maine and Oregon.
Is It Time for Another DC Marijuana Initiative?
A successful DC marijuana initiative would reverberate not only around the country, but around the world, particularly one that enacted legalization.