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The Veterans Equal Access Act Reintroduced

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1647 , the Veterans Equal Access Act, which expands medical cannabis access to eligible military veterans. Presently, V.A. Blumenauer said, “For too long, our veterans have been denied access to highly effective medical marijuana treatment for conditions like chronic pain and PTSD. At the time of introduction, Rep.

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House Veterans Affairs Committee Passes Multiple Marijuana Bills

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“It is imperative that we approve legislation such as the Veterans Equal Access Act so that the countless vets suffering from post-traumatic stress and other debilitating disorders have access to the safe and effective option of medical marijuana treatment.” Presently, V.A.

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Argentina Presents Cannabis, Hemp Industry Bill

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On Wednesday, Argentina’s Minister of Productive Development, Matías Kulfas , presented a bill titled, “Regulatory framework for the development of the medical cannabis and hemp industry ,” within the framework of the Economic and Social Council. Yahoo Finance reports. ley cáñamo argentina. .”

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Two Congressional Hearing Next Week On Marijuana

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Currently, in the 10 states that have legalized adult use cannabis and the 33 states that have legalized medical marijuana programs, entrepreneurs and small businesses are unable to access the valuable programs and support of the Small Business Administration. Presently, V.A. Presently, V.A.

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Wisconsin NORML: Presenting a United Front of Advocacy, Education and Reform

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After a long day of meetings and presentations, what republican policymakers seemed to be continuously asking for was evidence, proof, more information and testimony about the efficacy of cannabis for medicinal purposes in particular. .” The truth is, there is much more work to be done! ” Norah’s dad Josh asked Sanfellipo.

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Parolees Should Have Access to Medical Cannabis

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For many patients, especially those in states where cannabis access has been extended to both medical and recreational markets, patients are now better served than they used to be. In many jurisdictions, parolees are unable to access medical cannabis because of their criminal record. Opening Up Access Correlates to Rehabilitation.

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House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee To Hear Three Cannabis Bills

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On April 30, the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health will hold a hearing for multiple pieces of legislation, including the VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act, the Veterans Equal Access Act and the Veterans Cannabis Use for Safe Healing Act. Presently, V.A.