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Scientists Find New CBD Source, Louisville Gets Infused Drinks, and Scotland’s Plea for Decriminalization

Veriheal

Despite its current popularity, cannabis illegality makes CBD unnecessarily difficult to cultivate. Scotland Pushes UK on Decriminalization Scotland is urging the UK government to give up on the war on drugs. The Scottish government has called for the decriminalization of all drugs for personal use.

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What Is the MORE Act, and How Could It Change Marijuana Policy Forever?

NORML

The MORE Act, which was introduced to the US Congress last month, would completely decriminalize marijuana at the federal level. On the business end, the MORE Act also sets a 5 percent federal tax on all cannabis sales. Click here to send a message to your Representative now! On July 23, Rep. That’s it. ” “Mr.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/20

NORML

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. FL resident? New Hampshire.

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Ready to Lobby?

NORML

With the 2020 legislative session already in full swing in many states, NORML chapters across the country are organizing lobby days to advocate for sensible reform policies in their state. Maryland Cannabis Policy Lobby Day. Here’s what’s currently on the books so far: Virginia 2020 Cannabis Lobby Day.

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Cherokee Nation Just Decriminalized Weed Possession in State Where Pot Is Still Illegal

SpeedWeed

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribal council, which oversees Native communities located on the western edge of North Carolina, has voted to decriminalize the possession of an ounce of cannabis for those 21 years and older, Cherokee One Feather reports. . Sale and cultivation of cannabis remain illegal, however.

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The Michigan Decriminalization of Psilocybin Mushrooms and Other Plants and Fungi Initiative Has Been Approved For Circulation As A Ballot Initiative

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

This month, the Michigan Board of Canvassers approved a ballot initiative that asks the people of Michigan to decriminalize certain psychedelic plants and fungi. This provision may harbinger the arrival of a new psychedelic-focused business model in Michigan. The full text of the Initiative can be found here.

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How Texas Original Compassionate Cultivation Weathered the State’s Winter Storm

SpeedWeed

Founder and President Corey Barnette says that his extensive business background gave him a solid foundation for his entrance into the cannabis space. And now that he’s spent years here, navigating the cultivation side of the industry and monitoring broader trends in the U.S., MM: You have engaged in a diversity of business.