Pennsylvania Senate Committee Approves Medical Marijuana Bill
This afternoon, the Pennsylvania Senate Law and Justice Committee voted unanimously to approve a medical marijuana bill, co-sponsored by Sen. Mike Folmer and Sen. Daylin Leach.
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Philadelphia Bill Seeks to End Arrests in Cases of Minor Marijuana Possession
A bill that would allow Philadelphia’s police department to cease arrests in minor marijuana possession cases has passed the City Council with a veto-proof majority, Reading Eagle reports
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.06.11)
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Decriminalizing Pot Possession Advances in Philly, But Conflicts Could Stymie City Law
Councilman Jim Kenney says it takes about 17,000 hours of police work annually in Philly to process those arrested with less than an ounce of weed and it disproportionately affects minorities.
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Marijuana and Sleep: What’s the Connection?
Research suggests those who use cannabis are more likely to suffer from sleep problems. But does using marijuana before bed help or hurt your sleep? A recent study from researchers at the University of Pennsylvania shows that people who use marijuana tend to struggle with sleep.
This Week's Corrupt Cops Stories (2014.05.14)
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Medical Marijuana Update (2014.05.07)
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This Week's Corrupt Cops Stories (2014.05.07)
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Ripples of Hope: Pennsylvania Parents Seek Broader Cannabis Legislation
Pennsylvania Governor, Tom Corbett, announced he wants new legislation to implement a program to research cannabis oil at two PA children’s hospitals
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.04.30)
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This Week's Corrupt Cops Stories (2014.04.30)
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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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Medical Marijuana Still Scares Most High Profile Pennsylvania Politicians
U.S. Rep. Scott Perry last month became the highest-ranking elected Pennsylvania Republican to support the once-controversial position to legalize medical marijuana,
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How Racist Is Your State's War on Weed? Compare!
A new interactive website from the ACLU highlights how many lives are derailed and billions of dollars wasted fighting a racially biased war on drugs.
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Poll: Majority in Pennsylvania Favor Legalizing Medical Marijuana
A poll released Monday showed that 85 percent of Pennsylvania voters believe adults should be allowed to use marijuana for medical purposes...
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.01.29)
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This Week’s Corrupt Cops Stories (2014.01.22)
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Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced
A bipartisan group of Pennsylvania state senators has introduced Senate Bill 1182, the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Act. This is the first time in recent Pennsylvania Senate history