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The History of RSO: One Man’s Journey Changed Everything

LifeCannMD

In 2013, a case was reported where RSO dramatically decreased the cancer cell count in a 14-year-old terminal leukemia patient, without the toxic side effects that come with conventional treatments. Even in conservative Texas, patients can now access RSO legally through the Compassionate Use Program. It is a fast-paced industry.

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Grading the Presidential Candidates on Marijuana: Michael Bloomberg

Canna Law Blog

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. Past legislative history : How many marijuana-related bills did this candidate introduce, sponsor or sign? If a candidate does not actively advocate for marijuana, we doubt their conviction.

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Ohio Cannabis Legalization on Ballot for November

Veriheal

The tax money will fund addiction treatment programs, social equity, job programs, municipalities with dispensaries, and other administrative expenses. Ohio’s medical control program only allows the sale of tested and standard marijuana plants and infused products. The legislation allows adults 21+ to purchase and hold about 2.5

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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia

The Cannigma

Slovenia has a long history of cultivating industrial hemp. Slovenia’s medical program exists, but it’s not straightforward. After a 2013 medical initiative failed to pass , the government reclassified cannabinoids from Class I illegal drugs to Class II, so they can be used for medical purposes. Medical marijuana in Slovenia.

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An Illinois Bill Aims to Stop Car Searches Based on Smell

Veriheal

Illinois legalized medical cannabis back in 2013. These tax dollars went to programs like awarding $45 million worth of grants to communities affected the worst by the failed war on drugs and $3.5 million for reducing violence via street intervention programs. Something else Illinois is starting to become known for is cannabis.

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The Baltic Times: Cannabis policy reform in Lithuania: history, current status, and future challenges

Cannabis Law Report

It was only in 2013 that the country aligned its policy with the rest of the Union and allowed the cultivation of hemp by local farmers. Only a handful of European countries have so far recognized the medical potential of this long stigmatized plant and begun to tentatively set up medical marijuana programs.

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Minnesota Senate Considers Modernizing Medical Cannabis Program; House Pushes for Full Legalization

SpeedWeed

In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day on March 8, 2021, three successful women in the cannabis space share their journey, challenges and advice for working in the industry. . Power entered the cannabis industry in 2013 when there were little to no experts in the space. © Courtesy of Giving Tree Power.