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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
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.
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. Senators voted 22 to 11 in favor of SB 165 , which licenses dispensaries to provide qualified patients with non-herbal cannabis preparations, such as marijuana-infused tablets or pills.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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. According to statewide polling compiled in January by the Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky, 90 percent of state residents support regulating medical marijuana access.
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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. Authors reported that legal cannabis access was associated with a nearly seven percent decline in workers’ compensation claims.
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. Representatives Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) have introduced legislation to allow state-legal marijuana businesses to apply for COVID-19 benefits through the Small Business Administration.
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.
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.
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. ” Below is a summary of the policies currently in place governing retail cannabis access during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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. Currently, fewer than 4,000 patients are registered to access medicinal cannabis products under the law. Democratic Gov.
Virginia: Legislature Passes Measure Permitting Dispensing of Herbal Medical Cannabis
NORML
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
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Over 40 Members of Congress Request SBA Access For Small Marijuana Businesses
NORML
APRIL 22, 2020
Ten members of the Senate, led by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Ron Wyden (D-OR), and 34 members of the House, led by Representatives Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Tom McClintock (R-CA), have recently issued letters requesting Small Business Administration funding programs be expanded so that they may be accessed by state-licensed cannabis businesses.
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.
Australian Firms To Try & Access Euro Market On The Cheap
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
The post Australian Firms To Try & Access Euro Market On The Cheap first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. MSN data give it the “that’s clever” angle with their headline Analysis: Aussie cannabis firms go capital light as they… Read More.
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.
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. Business Cannabis Canada Cannabis Legalization Cannabis News Culture Featured Health Marijuana News News & Events cannabis canada coronavirus COVID-19 essential services medical cannabis Medical Marijuana medicinal access medicinal cannabis novel coronavirus
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.
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.
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.
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. ” Below is a summary of the policies currently in place governing retail cannabis access during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Switzerland: National Council simplifies access to medical cannabis
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 11, 2020
The post Switzerland: National Council simplifies access to medical cannabis first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Hanf magazine reports. Treatment with medical cannabis will no longer require a special permit. It is still unclear whether the health insurance will pay for … Read More.
FDA Expands Epidiolex Access for Those with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
The post FDA Expands Epidiolex Access for Those with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex appeared first on Cannabis Central.
Arizona: Supreme Court Rules That Concentrates Are Legal Under State’s Medical Cannabis Access Law
NORML
MAY 28, 2019
Manufacturing and possessing concentrated forms of cannabis are legally protected activities under the state’s medical cannabis access law, according to a unanimous decision issued today by the Arizona Supreme Court. The decision reverses a 2018 ruling by the Arizona Court of Appeals. Writing for the Court, justices opined : “AMMA (the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act) defines ‘marijuana’ as ‘all parts of [the] plant.’
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. … [O]ur results indicate that enough individuals are switching from OTC sleep aids to recreational cannabis that we can identify a statistically significant reduction in the market share growth of OTC sleep aids in conjunction with access to recreational cannabis using.”
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. ” Below is a summary of the policies currently in place governing retail cannabis access during the COVID-19 outbreak.
February 4 2021: Legislation Could Allow Veterans Access to Medical Marijuana Through Veterans Affairs
Cannabis Law Report
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The post February 4 2021: Legislation Could Allow Veterans Access to Medical Marijuana Through Veterans Affairs first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. … Read More.
Bill to Provide Greater Access for Virginia Medical Cannabis Patients Succeeds
NORML
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
“This law will ensure that patients who may be physically incapable of picking up these life-changing medicines on their own will have access to them from throughout the Commonwealth,” said Senator Marsden, of Fairfax County. ” SB1719 ensures that patients will greater access to the medicines they need, a key element of continuity needed for the success of any health system. Virginia SB1719 passes the House of Delegates.
Louisiana: Governor Signs Bills Into Law Facilitating Expanded Cannabis Access for Patients
NORML
JUNE 15, 2020
The post Louisiana: Governor Signs Bills Into Law Facilitating Expanded Cannabis Access for Patients appeared first on NORML. “This is common sense legislation that provides physicians, not lawmakers, the ability and discretion to decide what treatment options are best for their patients.". Medical Marijuana Uncategorized Louisiana qualifying conditions
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