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States That Restrict MMJ Access Are Interfering With Patients’ Rights, Study Shows

Veriheal

As medicinal and recreational cannabis legalization continues to sweep across the United States, a recent study paints a concerning portrait of many states denying or restricting medical marijuana (MMJ) access. Nugg MD’s report suggests there is more to unpack when analyzing healthcare disparities related to MMJ access.

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2019: A High-storic Year for Nevada NORML Chapters

NORML

To show continued support for our nation’s heroes and legislation that could greatly expand their legal access to medical cannabis such as the Veterans’ Safe Harbor Act , Nevada NORML created a virtual lobbying day in which advocates continually call the offices of their federal representatives to voice support for these bills.

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House Veterans Affairs Committee Passes Multiple Marijuana Bills

NORML

. “It is imperative that we approve legislation such as the Veterans Equal Access Act so that the countless vets suffering from post-traumatic stress and other debilitating disorders have access to the safe and effective option of medical marijuana treatment.” Presently, V.A.

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NORML Chapter Newsletter – May 2019

NORML

NORML Announces Plans for 2019 Conference and Lobby Day. And so we’re not throwing veterans into cages for trying to access a plant that grows in the soil they fought to keep free.” “The black market is presently at least as large or larger as the legal market.” ” Read more from NORML.org !

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NATIONAL EXPUNGEMENT WEEK (N.E.W.) RETURNS SEPTEMBER 21-28, 2019

Cannabis Law Report

will be held from September 21-28, 2019 , with events in 30 cities throughout the country. is made possible by Presenting Sponsors Houseplant and Canopy Growth Corporation , dozens of local sponsors and partners, and the tireless work of community-based organizations dedicated to repairing harms of the War on Drugs. .

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Colorado Department of Revenue, Marijuana Enforcement Division HB 19-1234 (“Regulated Marijuana Delivery”) Work Group Friday, August 30, 2019

Cannabis Law Report

Colorado Department of Revenue, Marijuana Enforcement Division HB 19-1234 (“Regulated Marijuana Delivery”) Work Group Friday, August 30, 2019. MED continues to explore new ways to allow our stakeholders across the state to access work group discussions.

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A response to NPR's misinformation regarding THC potency

Americans for Safe Access

On May 15, 2019, the National Public Radio (NPR) program All Things Considered included a segment about high-potency cannabis. Unfortunately, NPR presented a one-sided view of the topic and made assertions that are not supported by the available evidence.

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