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Access and Equity: Addressing Disparities in Medical Marijuana Availability Across States

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While some states have embraced the therapeutic potential of cannabis and established robust medical marijuana programs, others lag behind, leaving patients without access to a potentially life-changing treatment. Disparities in access are primarily driven by the differing state regulations and policies surrounding medical marijuana.

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Iowa Medical Marijuana Laws: Past, Present, and Future

MMJ Recs

In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system. In Iowa, CBD oil is legal for medical use under certain circumstances.

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How Texans Fight for Medical Cannabis Access

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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. . The post How Texans Fight for Medical Cannabis Access appeared first on SpeedWeed.

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NORML Activist Spotlight: Tamara Netzel

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A friend suggested Tamara try CBD oil for her pain, and it gave her relief like nothing else had. In no time at all she found herself front and center in Virginia NORML ’s fight to legalize medical cannabis, testifying before the General Assembly, pleading for legal access not only for herself, but for all Virignians.

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Is Cannabis Legal In Texas 2023?

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The Compassionate Use Act, enacted in 2015, allows for the medical use of low-THC cannabis oil by patients with certain qualifying conditions. While cannabis remains illegal for recreational use in Texas, there is ongoing discussion and advocacy for marijuana reform. [1] or less) and high levels of CBD.

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The Untold Story of Black Hemp Farmers in America

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These challenges include discriminatory policies, limited access to resources and markets, and ongoing racial inequality. Despite facing numerous challenges, including systemic racism and limited access to resources, Black farmers demonstrated resilience and ingenuity in their pursuit of success in the hemp industry.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/1/19

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Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access. Legislation is pending, House Bill 5442, to expand patients’ access to medical cannabis in Connecticut. Legislation is pending, SF 77, to expand access to certain medical cannabis products in Iowa. CA resident? CT resident? IA resident? MO resident?