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Executive Action Can Close the Medical Cannabis Access Gap for Veterans

Americans for Safe Access

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.

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Alabama: Senate Advances Medical Cannabis Access Measure

NORML

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. The bill now awaits consideration by members of the House.

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Ryan’s Law Will Increase Terminally Ill CA Patients’ Access to Cannabis

Veriheal

Gavin Newsom signed a bill known as Ryan’s Law requiring hospitals in the state to allow terminally ill patients access to medical cannabis for treatment and pain relief. The existing conflict between cannabis research and laws raises questions about whether cannabis should be treated like other medicines.

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MMJ Laws In West Virginia: A Comprehensive Overview

MMJ Recs

West Virginia has emerged as a trailblazer in the realm of medical marijuana, implementing a comprehensive program to provide patients with access to this therapeutic treatment option. This program facilitates access to medical cannabis for individuals suffering from qualifying debilitating conditions.

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NM judge rules patient cannabis purchase limits consistent with state law

Cannabis Law Report

The new law also limits personal possession to two ounces, but there is no limit on the amount of cannabis stored at a person’s home. The Cannabis Regulation Act, however, allows adults who are at least 21 years old to purchase up to two ounces of cannabis flower in each purchase, with no limit on the number of purchases.

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Americans for Safe Access (ASA) has released a report examining the efficacy of state medical cannabis laws.

Cannabis Law Report

The organization has, they say, ……evaluated patient access, affordability, equity, and product safety. With a decline in legislative improvements in state medical cannabis programs, millions of patients are left with limited or no access,” ASA Executive Director Debbie Churgai said. “It Pennsylvania State Rep.

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Ohio Medical Marijuana Laws Demystified: State Regulations Explained

MMJ Recs

Ohio has seen significant developments in its medical marijuana laws, reflecting changing attitudes towards cannabis as a therapeutic option. Understanding these regulations is crucial for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers navigating the state’s medical marijuana program.

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