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The Florida Primary Election and Cannabis

Canna Law Blog

The Florida primary election is approaching, meaning it’s time for voters to learn about candidates. Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried self-describes as “Florida’s leading statewide advocate on cannabis issues and the sole statewide elected official to call for full cannabis legalization.” Conclusion.

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Towns can get reimbursement for opting into Maine’s recreational cannabis market

Cannabis Law Report

The state has introduced a new program to compensate Maine cities and towns for costs they incur when opting to permit recreational, adult-use cannabis businesses. To access the portal, click here. A state law passed earlier this year grants reimbursement for many municipal expenses associated with the opt-in process.

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Why Is Recreational Marijuana Not Legal In Florida?

LifeCannMD

In the recent November 2020 election, four states – Arizona, Montana, New Jersey and South Dakota – have now joined 11 other states across the U.S. that have legalized recreational marijuana. Recreational Cannabis sales are big business in the U.S. If Federal Law changes, then state law will follow.

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Election Brings Big Wins for Cannabis Legalization

Canna Care Docs

The 2020 election brought big wins for cannabis, with all of the five state ballot initiatives regarding legalization passing. Both adult-use (or recreational) and medicinal cannabis were legalized in South Dakota; Medicinal cannabis was approved in Mississippi; and adult-use initiatives passed in Arizona, Montana and New Jersey.

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Attorney General Nominee Commits To Leave State-Legal Marijuana Programs Alone

NORML

His statements came response to questions from Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Kamala Harris (D-CA) — each of whom represent states where marijuana is legally regulated for either medical or recreational purposes. Supporters of reform efforts can easily contact their elected officials by visiting NORML’s Action Center.

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The Future of Federal Marijuana Laws Remains Dazed and Confusing

NewsMunchies

More than 60% of adults believe marijuana should be legal for both medical and recreational use, and that figure is likely to rise over time as the public becomes more aware of the potential benefits of the plant. . Most Americans have access to either medical or adult-use cannabis under state laws.

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Medical Cannabis Likely Coming to South Dakota, Mississippi, Polling Shows

Veriheal

3 election, polling indicates that medical cannabis measures in both South Dakota and Mississippi have strong support and are likely to pass. Recent polling data in both states indicate warm support, sometimes across party lines. South Dakota Leaning Toward Medical, Recreational Questionable. Just days before the Nov.

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