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New York State Decriminalizes Marijuana After Failed Legalization Attempt

WeedAdvisor

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. Decriminalization measures are definitely not new to the U.S. But not all was lost. The bill now goes to the desk of Gov.

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CA Gov. Expands MMJ Patient Protections, Fetterman Talks Cannabis With Biden, & Sioux Falls Opens First MMJ Dispensary

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expands medical cannabis patient protections, Fetterman talks cannabis legalization with President Biden, and Sioux Falls celebrates the opening of its first medical cannabis dispensary. President Biden has previously stated that he supports the decriminalization of cannabis. Flower Shop Dispensary opened its doors on Friday, Sept 2nd.

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California Supreme Court: Cannabis Law Not Applicable to Prison Inmates

Marijuana Lawyer Blog

Inmates in prison are not allowed to possess recreational marijuana while incarcerated, according to a new ruling by the California Supreme Court. In a split 5-2 ruling, the high court held that Prop 64, which legalized recreational marijuana in California, was not applicable to prison inmates. The case, California v.

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Legalizing Marijuana- What Economic Benefits Does the Act Bring Along?

Cannabis Law Report

Pulling a leaf out of Colorado’s book- four states like New Jersey, Montana, South Dakota, and Arizona made curious decisions. And, these involved making marijuana consumption for recreational purposes. Studies show that in 2019, Colorado collected more than $302 million as fees and taxes on recreational and medical marijuana.

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Gov. John Bel Edwards Signs Louisiana Medical Cannabis Worker Protection Bill Into Law

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John Bel Edwards signed a bill into law that decriminalizes the possession of cannabis in amounts up to 14.5 John Bel Edwards signed a bill into law that decriminalizes the possession of cannabis in amounts up to 14.5 There has been some movement in the Louisiana legislature to pass an adult-use (recreational) bill.

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Celebrating 420 in 2023

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

Book a cannabis-infused hot air balloon ride or helicopter tour to get as high as possible on 4/20. Celebrate Cannabis Reform on 4/20 4/20 has also become known as a time to celebrate the major gains that have been made in the push for cannabis legalization and decriminalization. Host a 420-themed costume party or masquerade ball.

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Can medical cannabis survive adult-use legalization?

The Cannigma

Dr. Fisher also discusses how the remaining stigmas surrounding cannabis shape many of the dynamics and barriers facing both the medical and recreational markets. What is the relationship between medical and recreational legalization? For instance, why is adult-use legalization almost always preceded by medical cannabis legalization?