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People who Changed Pot Forever – Steve DeAngelo

Leaf Science

Decriminalization bills passed in around 14 states. In 1978 Jimmy carter endorsed nationwide decriminalization of cannabis. Decriminalization bills and urine testing at workplaces was introduced. We needed to gain validation from each other at a time when mass media was repeatedly saying we were dangerous ‘stupid stoners’.

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NORML Chapter Newsletter

NORML

“That’s why dozens of NORML chapters are organizing citizen lobby days to advocate for the end of marijuana prohibition and other reforms ranging from depenalization and expungement, to workplace drug testing and social consumption.”. Grower Advocacy Council and the Mass. Patient Advocacy Alliance to Host Second Annual Harvest Cup. “We

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NORML Chapter Newsletter

NORML

. “That’s why dozens of NORML chapters are organizing citizen lobby days to advocate for the end of marijuana prohibition and other reforms ranging from depenalization and expungement, to workplace drug testing and social consumption.” Texas NORML Hosted Advocacy Training for 2019 Legislative Session.

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NORML Chapter Newsletter – June 2019

NORML

“A local marijuana advocacy group in Rochester, NORML, and other community groups released a report that found Monroe County had the fifth-highest arrest rates for low-level marijuana-related offenses in the state, outside of New York City.” NORML Leaders in the Media. is in the media.”

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NORML Chapter Newsletter – April 2019

NORML

“The restaurant will also host speakers who advocate for the decriminalization and legalization of marijuana, including state Sen. Virginia NORML Hosts Marijuana Decriminalization Panel Discussion. NORML Leaders in the Media. Now we’re talking about consumption lounges … like a cigar lounge or a hookah lounge.”

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The Nevada Independent Provides A Great Review Of All Current Legislation

Cannabis Law Report

This session, bills emerged to send proceeds to an education account, authorize limited-purpose banks to handle the marijuana industry’s finances and ease the path forward for consumption lounges. Marketing has to be fluid, especially in the age of social media,” she said. Sealing records for decriminalized offenses.

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Virginia, Marijuana, and How Medical Legalization May Unfold in the South

NORML

Furthermore, Virginia’s consumption/product regulations are smoke-free. Your state’s Attorney General, Mark Herring, sounds like he’s down for decriminalization if not outright legalization. Decriminalization will reduce arrests, but it won’t address the disparities with which these arrests are made.

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