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Article: Willie Nelson Takes On Corporate Cannabis

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Even the federal government is beginning to change course: Early this year, President Obama predicted that if enough states decriminalize marijuana, Congress might remove it from the list of Schedule I drugs, and he has informed officials in Washington and Colorado that the Justice Department will not prosecute anyone who complies with state laws.

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

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However, the AAFP supports decriminalization of possession of marijuana for personal use. Therefore, the AAFP advocates for further research into the overall safety and health effects of recreational use, as well as the effects of those laws on patient and societal health. Relevant AAFP Policy. Marijuana Possession for Personal Use.

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Rhode Island: Gov. Raimondo’s Proposed Marijuana Legalization Budget Plan

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Like it or not, we’re going to be incurring public safety and public health expenses because it’s legal in Massachusetts… And I think it is time for us to put together our own regulatory and taxing framework,” she said. per-package limit.). Rhode Island decriminalized minor marijuana-possession offenses in 2013.

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The Nevada Independent Provides A Great Review Of All Current Legislation

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Marijuana used to be heroin in Nevada back in 2013. The department screens the proposal to ensure it does not run afoul of rules prohibiting child-friendly packaging, images of actual consumption or anything encouraging overconsumption. Sealing records for decriminalized offenses. Brian Sandoval.