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New Mexico Judge Rules Inmates Can Access Medical Marijuana
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JANUARY 23, 2021
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Oklahoma: Governor Vetoes Measure Expanding Medical Cannabis Access, Reducing Possession Penalties
NORML
MAY 22, 2020
Kevin Stitt has vetoed legislation, House Bill 3288 , which sough to expand patients’ access to medical cannabis and make other amendments to the state’s marijuana laws. 2020 Medical Marijuana decriminalization home delivery medical access OklahomaRepublic Gov.
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Louisiana: House Lawmakers Advance Measures to Greatly Expand Medical Cannabis Access
NORML
MAY 18, 2020
House lawmakers have overwhelmingly approved two bills to amend the state’s medical marijuana program in a manner that significantly expands patients’ access to cannabis products. 2020 Medical Marijuana delivery Louisiana medical access
Alabama: Senate Advances Medical Cannabis Access Measure
NORML
MARCH 13, 2020
Senate lawmakers approved legislation yesterday that seeks to regulate patients’ access to select medical cannabis products. Last year, members of Senate similarly approved medical cannabis access legislation, but that effort was opposed by the House.
Pediatric Medical Cannabis Access in Schools
Americans for Safe Access
OCTOBER 21, 2020
A national perspective on safe access for students. At ASA, our goal is to ensure that every state has sensible cannabis policies that create safe and legal access for all patients.
South Dakotans Green-Light Marijuana Legalization and Medical Access
NORML
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
The post South Dakotans Green-Light Marijuana Legalization and Medical Access appeared first on NORML. South Dakotans have delivered a crippling blow to those who favored the status quo of marijuana prohibition in the Mount Rushmore State by simultaneously passing a pair of ballot initiatives.
Kentucky: House Votes Overwhelmingly in Favor of Medical Cannabis Access
NORML
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Members of the Kentucky House of Representatives voted by a margin of more than two to one in favor of legislation, House Bill 136 , facilitating medical cannabis access.
Lawmakers In Several States Consider Enacting or Expanding Medical Cannabis Access
NORML
MARCH 11, 2021
The post Lawmakers In Several States Consider Enacting or Expanding Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on NORML.
Study: Medical Cannabis Access Associated with Fewer Workers’ Comp Claims
NORML
FEBRUARY 11, 2020
The enactment of state-specific medical cannabis access laws is associated with a decline in workers’ compensation claims, according to data published in the journal Health Economics.
Study: “No Evidence” That Medical Cannabis Access Laws Encourage Youth Marijuana Use
NORML
MARCH 24, 2021
The post Study: “No Evidence” That Medical Cannabis Access Laws Encourage Youth Marijuana Use appeared first on NORML.
House Passes Bipartisan Bill Facilitating Clinical Cannabis Research, Allowing Scientists to Access State-Approved Marijuana Products
NORML
DECEMBER 9, 2020
The reality that most high-schoolers have easier access to cannabis than do our nation’s top scientists is the height of absurdity and an indictment of the current system.”. “These common-sense regulatory changes are necessary and long overdue.
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New Legislation Would Permit Marijuana Businesses to Access COVID-19 Relief
NORML
APRIL 23, 2020
In others, regulators have either relaxed protocols or moved forward with new, emergency rules to facilitate expanded access – such as permitting patients to seek telemedicine appointments and allowing dispensaries to permit curbside pick-up and home delivery.
Americans for Safe Access’ ISO 17065: THE STANDARD FOR CERTIFICATION BODIES
Americans for Safe Access
APRIL 20, 2021
American’s for Safe Access has achieved accreditation to the ISO/IEC 17065:2012 ( Certificate #5284.01 ) standard for certifying bodies through it’s PFC program, making it the first compliance program to obtain international accreditation specifically for the cannabis industry.
The Veterans Equal Access Act Reintroduced
NORML
MARCH 14, 2019
1647 , the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans. Blumenauer said, “For too long, our veterans have been denied access to highly effective medical marijuana treatment for conditions like chronic pain and PTSD. Medical marijuana has shown proven benefits for treating these conditions denying our veterans access to them is shameful.
Mississippi: Medical Organizations Join Legal Fight to Overturn Election Result Legalizing Medical Cannabis Access
NORML
JANUARY 15, 2021
The post Mississippi: Medical Organizations Join Legal Fight to Overturn Election Result Legalizing Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on NORML.
South Dakota: Governor Announces Intent to Delay Implementing Voter-Initiated Medical Marijuana Access Law
NORML
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
The post South Dakota: Governor Announces Intent to Delay Implementing Voter-Initiated Medical Marijuana Access Law appeared first on NORML.
Updated: More States Taking Action to Ensure Uninterrupted Retail Access to Medical Cannabis During COVID-19 Outbreak
NORML
APRIL 3, 2020
In others, regulators have either relaxed protocols or moved forward with new, emergency rules to facilitate expanded access – such as permitting patients to seek telemedicine appointments and allowing dispensaries to permit curbside pick-up and home delivery.
Switzerland Makes Way for Easier Access to Medical Cannabis
Veriheal
JANUARY 25, 2021
Decriminalization and legalization of cannabis may be gaining ground but patients in certain countries are still struggling to access medical cannabis through the legal market. The post Switzerland Makes Way for Easier Access to Medical Cannabis appeared first on Cannabis Central.
Over 40 Members of Congress Request SBA Access For Small Marijuana Businesses
NORML
APRIL 22, 2020
“Many of these establishments are small-to-medium size operators, with their employees keeping their doors open without access to the support systems in place for other businesses, thus depriving them of potentially lifesaving protections.”
Louisiana: Governor Signs Bills Into Law Facilitating Expanded Cannabis Access for Patients
NORML
JUNE 15, 2020
John Bel Edwards has signed a series of bills into law greatly expanding patients ability to access medical cannabis products. State lawmakers enacted a limited medical cannabis access law in 2016. Democratic Gov.
Congress and USPS Inadvertently Restrict Consumer Access To Vaporizer Cartridges, Batteries, Etc
NORML
MARCH 17, 2021
The post Congress and USPS Inadvertently Restrict Consumer Access To Vaporizer Cartridges, Batteries, Etc appeared first on NORML. Right now, the USPS is accepting public comment until March 20th, and the fix is relatively simple.
Executive Action Can Close the Medical Cannabis Access Gap for Veterans
Americans for Safe Access
MARCH 16, 2021
Despite the fact that 36 states have reformed their laws to provide for safe and legal access to cannabis for qualifying patients, veterans living across these states still face a confusing system of federal and state laws regarding physician engagement and affordable access.
Pennsylvania: Health Officials Expand Medical Cannabis Access Program
NORML
JULY 12, 2019
Pennsylvania health officials have expanded the pool of patients eligible to receive medical cannabis access. The State Health Department Secretary publicly announced on Thursday that patients diagnosed with anxiety disorders and/or Tourette’s syndrome will be eligible to receive recommendations to legally access medical cannabis products. An estimated 110,000 patients and over 1,600 physicians currently participate in the state-sponsored access program.
My Legislation On Veterans Cannabis Access Was Just Heard
NORML
APRIL 30, 2019
That’s why I testified today to the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health regarding my legislation, the Veterans Equal Access Act, HR 1647, which would lift this prohibition. I introduced the Veterans Equal Access Act because it is my responsibility as a Member of Congress to ensure that all Americans have access to medical treatment as recommended by their physicians.
COVID-19: Canadians having to risk exposure for access to Medicinal Cannabis
Cannabis Life Network
MARCH 23, 2020
The post COVID-19: Canadians having to risk exposure for access to Medicinal Cannabis appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks. The COVID-19 crisis has turned life upside down for most Canadians.
Louisiana: Bills Facilitating Expanded Cannabis Access Sent to Governor’s Desk
NORML
JUNE 1, 2020
House and Senate lawmakers have approved a series of bills to facilitate patients’ access to medical cannabis products. State lawmakers enacted a limited medical cannabis access law in 2016.
Louisiana: Medical Cannabis Access to Begin Next Week
NORML
AUGUST 2, 2019
Qualified patients are anticipated to finally begin accessing medical cannabis products next week, according to a statement issued by regulators at the state’s Department of Agriculture and Forestry (LDAF). Lawmakers initially approved the establishment of the state’s medical cannabis access program in 2015, but its rollout has faced numerous delays.
Why Medical Cannabis Packaging Poses Accessibility Challenges
SpeedWeed
MARCH 23, 2021
The Cannabis Act was developed with the purpose of preventing youth access, protecting public health, curbing the illicit market and ensuring the medical stream is not misused. As a result, equity and accessibility often take a backseat.
Veterans Medical Marijuana Access Legislation Introduced In House and Senate
NORML
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Today, Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Representative Barbara Lee (D-CA) introduced legislation, The Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act , to expand and facilitate medical cannabis access to military veterans suffering from chronic pain, PTSD, and other serious medical conditions. ” “As the daughter of a veteran, I am committed to ensuring that our veterans have access to the quality and comprehensive medical care they deserve – including medical marijuana.
How Texans Fight for Medical Cannabis Access
SpeedWeed
APRIL 7, 2021
One is an advocacy group based in the Dallas area, called Safe Access Texas. Take some taxes out if that’s how it has to be for me to be able to access this,” says Jordan (named changed to protect confidentiality), a 30-year-old in Dallas. .
More States Taking Action to Ensure Uninterrupted Retail Access to Medical Cannabis During COVID-19 Outbreak
NORML
MARCH 25, 2020
In others, regulators have either relaxed protocols or moved forward with new, emergency rules to facilitate expanded access – such as permitting patients to seek telemedicine appointments and allowing dispensaries to permit curbside pick-up and home delivery.
Arcview Access™ – Global Evolution of Medical Marijuana
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
The post Arcview Access™ - Global Evolution of Medical Marijuana first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. THE PRICE – Free? THE DATE – Nov 18, 2020 01:00 PM in Pacific Time (US and Canada). THE RATING – THE BLURB – How … Read More.
Study: Adult-Use Cannabis Access Associated with Decreased Sales of OTC Sleep Aids
NORML
DECEMBER 3, 2019
Adult-use retail cannabis access is associated with a decline in the sales of over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aid medications, according to data published in the journal Complimentary Therapies in Medicine.
Rep. Lee: Fight to end restrictions on veterans’ access to medical marijuana
NORML
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
This year, we can and must succeed in passing this essential legislation and protecting the rights of veterans to access medical treatment and serving those who served us. It is my determination that this legislation will allow those veterans who can benefit from the medicinal use of cannabis to have a safe and regulated way to access their treatment. Barbara Lee is a member of Congress representing California’s 13th District.
Updated: More States Taking Action to Ensure Uninterrupted Retail Access to Medical Cannabis During COVID-19 Outbreak
NORML
APRIL 14, 2020
In others, regulators have either relaxed protocols or moved forward with new, emergency rules to facilitate expanded access – such as permitting patients to seek telemedicine appointments and allowing dispensaries to permit curbside pick-up and home delivery.
Delaware cannabis advocates rally for increased medical access with home grow!
NORML
JANUARY 27, 2020
Allowing patients to grow their own cannabis at home could dramatically increase access. For some patients, proximity to a dispensary can often be a challenge as they must drive long distances to access medical cannabis. In addition, home cultivation would allow access to parts of the cannabis plant, such as leaves, roots, stalks and seeds, that are usually trimmed away by our current medical dispensaries before being sold.
Congress Should Lift the Ban on Medical Cannabis Access for Military Veterans
NORML
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
Americans in 33 states and the District of Columbia have legal access to medical marijuana under a doctor’s authorization. But this same access is often lacking for many military veterans. For example, a 2014 study reported a 75 percent reduction in PTSD symptomology scores following subjects’ enrollment in a state-sponsored medical cannabis access program.
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