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Marijuana Legalization in NY & Driving: Response to NYS Association of Police Chiefs from Roc NORML

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The New York State Association of Police made a statement opposing legalization of cannabis for adult-use in New York, in response to Governor Cuomo’s announcement that he plans to pass legislation April 1st, with the budget, that will legalize cannabis for adult-use in New York. 1 year prior to legalization.

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Former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura Starts Cannabis Brand

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Ventura served as Governor of the Land of 10,000 Lakes from 1999 to 2003. Ventura’s political career and advocacy While he was still serving as a wrestling color commentator, Ventura decided to begin his foray into politics that would eventually span over a decade and lead him to the highest seat in Minnesota politics.

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Weldon Project Pens Letter Calling for Release Of Cannabis Prisoners |

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A recent letter from the advocacy group The Weldon Project was also signed by more than 150 artists, athletes, producers, lawmakers, policy experts, reform advocates and leaders in business, law enforcement and academia. No one should be locked up in federal prison for marijuana. Cannabis Industry Supports Clemency.

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Could VP Nominee Kamala Harris be the Key to a Greener Future?

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While some may see Senator Harris as a pro-cannabis candidate, others are not so quick to forget her past undoing’s regarding the plant and its legality throughout her career. She began her career as a politician when she was elected to be the District Attorney of San Francisco in 2003. Senator Kamala Harris’ Career Start.

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Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Hires Director, Unveils Plans to Begin Cultivation Next Year

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In California, the shape of the adult-use industry has been marred with high taxes, licensing hurdles and burdensome regulations making it difficult for legal operators to compete with the illicit market. Jerry Brown, who wasn’t on the front-line supporting legalization leading up to the initiative. Former Gov.

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Viola Launches Harrington Institute for Cannabis Education Powered by Cleveland School of Cannabis

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In California, the shape of the adult-use industry has been marred with high taxes, licensing hurdles and burdensome regulations making it difficult for legal operators to compete with the illicit market. Jerry Brown, who wasn’t on the front-line supporting legalization leading up to the initiative. Former Gov.

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How Houseplant Built a Brand for the U.S. Market

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In California, the shape of the adult-use industry has been marred with high taxes, licensing hurdles and burdensome regulations making it difficult for legal operators to compete with the illicit market. Jerry Brown, who wasn’t on the front-line supporting legalization leading up to the initiative. Former Gov.