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What are psychedelics?

Leafly

Learn the basics on psychedelics—what they are, how they work, what benefits they can provide, and the history of their usage. See also which cities have already decriminalized them and who has them on the Nov. 2020 ballot. The post What are psychedelics? appeared first on Leafly.

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Decriminalized Possession of Hard Drugs Takes Effect in Oregon

Veriheal

Oregon has a powerful history as a leader in cannabis reform. When you think of progressive states, you might think of Colorado or California, but it was Oregon that was first to decriminalize possession of small amounts of cannabis back in 1973, setting the bar for all the other states that have decriminalized since.

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Oregon 2020 Election: Vote Yes! on Measure 109

Canna Law Blog

In about a week Oregonians will begin receiving their mail-in ballots for the 2020 election. For another, cities and states around the country are moving toward decriminalizing psilocybin. The Effort to Decriminalize Psilocybin in California is Underway. Denver Decriminalizes Psilocybin. on Measure 109.

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Cannabis laws in Argentina

The Cannigma

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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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/20

NORML

At the state level, a new decriminalization law took effect this week in Hawaii involving the possession of up to three grams of marijuana, as well as a procedure for expungement of past convictions for the same amount. Legislation is pending, A1897, to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana. NJ resident?

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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

In 2020 alone, legal sales of marijuana in the US bought in a record $17.5 The history of the law surrounding this subject may offer insight. For example, among the various reasons that states are increasingly leaning towards the legalization of marijuana usage is the financial prosperity it brings to state economies.

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The History of CBD: How the Industry Changed Over the Years

The Joint Blog

As CBD is becoming increasingly popular for various ailments, it is time to look back on its history to learn more about its road to legalization. The Decriminalization of Cannabis Began in 1973. Individual states began decriminalizing cannabis in 1973, starting with Oregan. Billion in 2020.

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