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New York State Decriminalizes Marijuana After Failed Legalization Attempt

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While lawmakers, lobbyists and everyday proponents hoped to see recreational dispensaries open their doors, the legalization bill was ultimately stalled after it hit too many political roadblocks. According to ABC News , lawmakers finally voted to decriminalize marijuana after a marathon session that ended on June 21 st , just before 6:00 AM.

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Louisiana Is Blazing Trails With New Cannabis Laws

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In addition to numerous expansions to the state’s medical marijuana (MMJ) program, the state’s decriminalization of cannabis went into effect in August, beginning the reversal of decades of harm done by the war on drugs. Edwards signed Glover’s decriminalization bill (HB 652) into law on June 14 of this year. Starting Aug.

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Is Cannabis Legal In Texas 2023?

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Recreational Use and Possession Limits As of 2023, cannabis is not legal for recreational use in Texas. It’s important to note that Texas has not decriminalized marijuana, so any possession or selling cannabis is still treated as a criminal offense. Cannabis is currently not legal for recreational use in Texas as of 2023.

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Cannabis laws in Nepal

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Medical: limited Recreational: illegal Cannabis has been deeply intertwined with Nepal’s history and culture for centuries. The cultivation of cannabis for recreational purposes is strictly prohibited in Nepal. In fact, the plant has played a significant role in religious and spiritual practices, particularly in Hindu rituals.

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Cannabis laws in Serbia

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Medical: illegal Recreational: illegal. Recreational and medical cannabis are illegal in Serbia. President Aleksandar Vucic said, “Not only has it not been decriminalized, but we will punish it even more severely.” In 2021, Serbian Interior Minister Aleksandar Vulin said there were no plans to legalize marijuana.

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PA’s Psychedelic Push, West NY’s Canna-Delivery, & RAW’s Massive Donation

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On the advocacy front, Decriminalize Nature Philadelphia’s founder, Colette Condorcita, recently met with Philadelphia City Council members. The bill has the support of Psychedelic advocacy groups, like Reason for Hope, founded by Brett Waters.

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ICBC To Feature German Politicians Discussing Cannabis Reform At Conference On 26th August

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Will Germany follow Switzerland, Portugal, and Holland into a recreational trial in the next several years, or will the question of greater normalization if not full boat recreational reform languishes in more political wrangling and delay? But this is hardly the only issue on the table.

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