History: DEA agrees to move marijuana to Schedule III
Leafly
APRIL 30, 2024
The federal war on marijuana has entered the end game. The post History: DEA agrees to move marijuana to Schedule III appeared first on Leafly.
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Rep. Nadler: You and I are going to legalize marijuana
NORML
AUGUST 12, 2019
America has a moral responsibility to pass my legislation to end the prohibition of marijuana and take on the oppression at the heart of the War on Drugs. America has a moral responsibility to pass my legislation to end the prohibition of marijuana and take on the oppression at the heart of the War on Drugs.
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The Evolution of Medical Marijuana: From Stigma to Acceptance in Ohio
MMJ Recs
FEBRUARY 10, 2024
In recent years, Ohio has witnessed a profound transformation in its approach to medical marijuana. This article explores the history of medical marijuana in Ohio, analyzes the changing attitudes and acceptance, and delves into the impact of stigma on its journey to legalization.
NAACP Advocates for Marijuana Legalization and Cannabis Industry Workers’ Rights in Renewed Push for Reform
Veriheal
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Historical Background The NAACP’s recent move aligns with its history of progressive stances on cannabis reform. In past years, the NAACP endorsed various measures aimed at decriminalizing cannabis. Additionally, these past proposals also pushed for equal access to the economic opportunities arising from the legal cannabis market.
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Vancouver City Council Has Voted To Decriminalize All Drugs
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
In an unprecedented move in Canadian history, on Wednesday the Vancouver city council voted to decriminalize the possession of small quantities of all illicit drugs. The post Vancouver City Council Has Voted To Decriminalize All Drugs appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.
The Bahamas’ Cannabis Legalization Bill for Medical and Religious Use
Veriheal
OCTOBER 30, 2023
In 2018, the leaders of 19 Caribbean nations decided that they would “review marijuana’s current status with a view to reclassification” The leaders emphasized the importance of these cannabis legalization bills as a tool for social justice and economic gain. Recently, The Bahamas’ made good on that 2018 promise.
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GOP Lawmakers File Comprehensive Federal Marijuana Decriminalization Bill
SpeedWeed
MAY 14, 2021
Two Republican members of the House of Representatives introduced a bill on Thursday that would effectively enact federal marijuana decriminalization. If passed by the Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden, the bill for federal marijuana decriminalization would remove cannabis from the federal Controlled Substances Act.
The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act Has Passed
Veriheal
DECEMBER 21, 2022
President Joe Biden has officially signed a marijuana research bill into law. This makes history by enacting the first piece of standalone federal cannabis reform legislation in U.S. 8454, the “Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act,” has been passed. The law gives the U.S. The law gives the U.S.
Marijuana in Germany: Will Weed Finally be Legalized?
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 22, 2021
Throughout its history, Germany has held conservative laws around cannabis. But with recent election results, weed might finally be legalized. The post Marijuana in Germany: Will Weed Finally be Legalized? The CDU is the nation’s centre-right party and has […].
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Federal vs. State Approaches to Cannabis: Recent DEA Data Shows Increase In Enforcement While States Move Toward Decriminalization and Legalization
The Blunt Truth
JULY 18, 2022
One might think that the recent uptick in the legalization of recreational marijuana usage would correlate with a decline in the arrests and seizures related to the leafy-green. million marijuana plants and conducted more than 6,600 marijuana related arrests. billion respectively, according to a recent Forbes article.
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Is weed legal in Alabama?
The Cannigma
JULY 12, 2022
Medical: Legal, but limited Recreational: illegal Reciprocity: No. Alabama law does not allow the consumption, possession, or cultivation of marijuana for recreational purposes, but has approved the establishment of a medical marijuana program in February 2021. How do people in Alabama view marijuana? CBD regulations.
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Surgeon General States Support for Cannabis Decriminalization
SpeedWeed
JULY 19, 2021
In the interview, Murthy was asked the question “ Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced legislation this week to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level. When it comes to decriminalization, I don’t think that there is value to individuals or to society to lock people up for marijuana use.
Historic: Judiciary Committee Chairman Introduces Bill To End Federal Marijuana Prohibition
NORML
JULY 23, 2019
Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler (NY) introduced The Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act. All we have to show for the war we have waged on marijuana is the egregious harms it has wrought upon tens-of-millions of our fellow citizens.
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What is Vivek Ramaswamy’s Position on Cannabis?
Cannabis Life Network
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Ramaswamy told the crowd he was “probably the only person in the modern history” of the Republican Party to talk about decriminalizing […] The post What is Vivek Ramaswamy’s Position on Cannabis? appeared first on Cannabis | Weed | Marijuana | News.
WATCH LIVE – Vancouver City Council votes on drug decriminalization today
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 24, 2020
18th, the Mayor is hoping to make Vancouver the first Canadian city to decriminalize drug possession. The post WATCH LIVE – Vancouver City Council votes on drug decriminalization today appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks. Announced last Wednesday, Nov.
In Historic First, U.S. House Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana
The Joint Blog
DECEMBER 16, 2020
The United States House of Representatives has voted in favor of legislation that would decriminalize and tax marijuana on the federal level. ” “For far too long, we have treated marijuana as a criminal justice problem instead of as a matter of personal choice and public health,? The measure was passed 228 to 164.
NORML’s 2020 Democratic Primary Marijuana Straw Poll
NORML
APRIL 2, 2019
The 2020 Democratic Presidential Primary is already heating up and we wanted to reach out to our supporters to take an early straw poll of who they think voters who prioritize marijuana law reform should support in that primary. Summary: Senator Sanders has a long history of supporting reforming our nation’s drug policy.
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The Marijuana Justice Act Introduced In Both Chambers Of Congress
NORML
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
Today, Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) along with Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Ro Khanna (D-CA), introduced The Marijuana Justice Act of 2019, to remove marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act and incentivize states to end the racially disparate criminalization of marijuana consumers.
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Is weed legal in Poland?
The Cannigma
JUNE 25, 2022
Recreational cannabis is not legal in Poland and the plant is still legally considered a narcotic. While the plant has deep roots in the country and was used throughout history, it was prohibited in the 20 th century. Attitudes towards legalization are slowly shifting. Medical cannabis has been legal in Poland since 2017.
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It is Time to Acknowledge Reality and End Federal Marijuana Prohibition
NORML
MARCH 7, 2019
Today, we stood with Representatives Tulsi Gabbard and Don Young as they introduced the Ending Federal Prohibition Act and Marijuana Data Collection Act. While these two bills are overtly about addressing the failures of marijuana prohibition, what they are truly about is accepting reality.
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Grading the Presidential Candidates on Marijuana: Michael Bloomberg
Canna Law Blog
FEBRUARY 22, 2020
Last fall, we ran a 13-part series taking a hard look at each of the 2020 presidential candidates’ history and views related to marijuana. In that popular series, grading criteria was as follows: Current stance on marijuana : What have they recently said about marijuana legislation? When did they adopt this stance?
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The Evolution of Kamala Harris’ Views On Marijuana
MassRoots
AUGUST 17, 2020
Harris, a former prosecutor, has experienced an evolution regarding her views on marijuana prohibition during the last decade. While at the helm, her office oversaw a 6 percent rise in marijuana convictions. During a speech at the California Democrats Convention , Harris came out in support of ending the federal ban on marijuana.
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Is weed gay?: An abbreviated cultural history
SpeedWeed
JUNE 9, 2021
LGBTQIA+ people and cannabis enthusiasts share similar experiences when it comes to legal progress, political challenges, and a continued quest for equality. In this series, part of Leafly’s celebration of Pride month, we’ll explore some of the connections between queer people and cannabis in terms of history, health, culture. .
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New York: Lawmakers Advance Measure Reducing Marijuana Possession Penalties, Expunging Past Convictions
NORML
JUNE 27, 2019
State lawmakers late last week advanced legislation to the Governor’s desk amending marijuana possession penalties and establishing procedures for the automatic expungement of prior, low-level cannabis convictions. Under existing law , the possession of over 25 grams of marijuana is punishable by up to three months in jail.
A Founder Looks at 50: Keith Stroup on the Schafer Commission
NORML
MAY 8, 2020
For NORML’s 50 th anniversary, every Friday we will be posting a blog from NORML’s Founder Keith Stroup as he reflects back on a lifetime as America’s foremost marijuana smoker and legalization advocate. This is the second in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.
New York: New Law Reducing Marijuana Possession Penalties Takes Effect Today
NORML
AUGUST 28, 2019
Legislation reducing marijuana possession penalties and facilitating the expungement of past cannabis convictions took effect today. Assembly Bill 8420-A reduces the penalty for minor marijuana possession violations (up to one ounce) to a $50 fine. Finally, A.
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A Founder Looks at 50: Keith Stroup on the Shafer Commission
NORML
MAY 8, 2020
For NORML’s 50 th anniversary, every Friday we will be posting a blog from NORML’s Founder Keith Stroup as he reflects back on a lifetime as America’s foremost marijuana smoker and legalization advocate. This is the second in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.
Is cannabis legal in South Africa?
The Cannigma
MAY 3, 2022
Recreational: decriminalized Medical: legal . Cannabis, known as dagga in Afrikaans, is decriminalized in South Africa. However, the plant is not entirely legal; buying, selling, and growing cannabis are illegal. . The timeline for cannabis legalization in South Africa. Decriminalization is not the same as legal.
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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/20
NORML
JANUARY 19, 2020
.” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. Legislation is pending, House Bill 1389 / Senate Bill 1860, to permit the use, possession, and retail sale of marijuana for adults. FL resident? IN resident?
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Cannabis laws in Argentina
The Cannigma
MARCH 26, 2023
Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal, decriminalized Argentina has a complicated relationship with cannabis. The country has a long history of cannabis consumption and production, and recent years have seen a growing movement towards legalization. But the question remains: is weed legal in Argentina?
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Advocacy Organizations Respond to Formation of Legislative Committee to Review Implementation of Marijuana Legalization
Cannabis Law Report
APRIL 4, 2022
NEWARK – After nearly ten years of advocacy, New Jersey voters overwhelmingly approved marijuana legalization in 2020 to advance racial and social justice. Now is a pivotal moment nationally for marijuana legalization and New Jersey. Now is a pivotal moment nationally for marijuana legalization and New Jersey.
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Federal vs. State Approaches to Cannabis: Recent DEA Data Shows Increase In Enforcement While States Move Toward Decriminalization and Legalization
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 20, 2022
One might think that the recent uptick in the legalization of recreational marijuana usage would correlate with a decline in the arrests and seizures related to the leafy-green. million marijuana plants and conducted more than 6,600 marijuana related arrests. billion respectively, according to a recent Forbes article.
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Federal vs. State Approaches to Cannabis: Recent DEA Data Shows Increase In Enforcement While States Move Toward Decriminalization and Legalization
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 18, 2022
One might think that the recent uptick in the legalization of recreational marijuana usage would correlate with a decline in the arrests and seizures related to the leafy-green. million marijuana plants and conducted more than 6,600 marijuana related arrests. billion respectively, according to a recent Forbes article.
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Senate Panel Votes to Let People Who’ve Used Marijuana Work at Intelligence Agencies Like CIA and NSA
Veriheal
JULY 17, 2023
The Senate Intelligence Committee has passed a bill that allows intelligence agencies like the CIA and NSA to accept applicants who have marijuana-use history. Marijuana has been legalized for recreational use in 23 U.S. states, including Washington, D.C.
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Jack Herer Seeds, Types and Their Legendary History – Higher Mentality
SpeedWeed
APRIL 1, 2021
Jack Herer seeds are the hybrid marijuana seeds named in honor of the legendary marijuana rights activist Jack Herer. In this article, we will focus on its features, effects and its rich history. Herer founded the Help End Marijuana Prohibition (HEMP) organization where he also served as the director.
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Grading the Democratic Presidential Candidates on Marijuana: Cory Booker
Canna Law Blog
AUGUST 3, 2019
We examine each candidate’s historic approach to marijuana law and policy, and we also canvas their current respective stances on marijuana. Stance on marijuana: Cory Booker has a long and storied pro-cannabis history and he has made legalization an important part of his criminal justice reform platform.
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Can A State Recriminalize Medical Marijuana?
MMJ Recs
MAY 16, 2020
Marijuana has come a long way in the United States over the past decade. you could purchase marijuana legally. Today, you can get medical and recreational marijuana in 11 states as well as Washington D.C. But can a state recriminalize medical marijuana? A Brief History of Marijuana.
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What Would Happen if Texas Legalized Cannabis?
Veriheal
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
While Oregon became the first state to decriminalize all drugs , this election cycle also saw five other states passing legislation that will ultimately make cannabis more accessible to their citizens. And in a first in the United States, South Dakota voters chose to legalize BOTH medical and recreational cannabis with the same vote.
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Cannabis laws in Japan: Is weed legal?
The Cannigma
MAY 19, 2021
Medical : Illegal Recreational : Illegal *CBD products are legal in Japan, as long as they contain no THC whatsoever and are not made from cannabis flower. Japan has some of the harshest drug policies on Earth, including for cannabis — and is one of the worst places on Earth to get arrested on marijuana possession charges.
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Chuck Schumer’s at It Again, Saying a Federal Legalization Bill Is on the Way
SpeedWeed
APRIL 8, 2021
New York’s monumental legalization of adult-use cannabis this week has at least one federal politician thinking about when the United States will regulate the plant. With Mexico hovering on the brink of legalization, the United States is close to becoming the only North American country to uphold archaic cannabis prohibition laws. .
The Baltic Times: Cannabis policy reform in Lithuania: history, current status, and future challenges
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 2, 2022
On Tuesday, the Seimas greenlighted the draft bill that aims to decriminalize personal possession of small amounts of cannabis. The proposition envisaged the decriminalization not only of cannabis but other drugs, such as cocaine and heroin, as well. As of yet, no patients in Lithuania have legal access to medical marijuana.
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Cherokee Group Officially Legalizes Cannabis
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 6, 2021
Cherokee native people just made history, as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has legalized cannabis. . For the first time in North Carolina history, medical marijuana is legal. It’s legal in Cherokee land, to be exact. Cherokee Makes History . Courtesy of Shutterstock. In May, Sneed called Ord.
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Biden Is Actually Down with Federal Weed Legalization After All, Sen. Booker Says
SpeedWeed
APRIL 24, 2021
The senators have yet to announce whether the bill will legalize weed or just decriminalize it, but they have promised that it will at least protect states that have chosen to legalize weed from federal interference. I think states should be allowed to do what they want’,” Booker said, according to Marijuana Moment. “I
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52 The History of Cannabis Prohibition: How Did Marijuana Become Illegal in the US?
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 8, 2019
To this day, marijuana legalization has been a subject of debate. In some countries, it is now legal to use marijuana for medicinal purposes, and more and more countries are passing laws to allow the use of cannabis. But how did marijuana become illegal in the US anyway? Cannabis Legalization.
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