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U.S. House Representatives Bonnie Watson Coleman & Cori Bush Unveil Federal Bill to Decriminalize Drug Possession, Replace with Health-Centered Approach

Cannabis Law Report

In addition to eliminating criminal penalties for drug possession at the federal level, the bill also incentivizes state and local governments to adopt decriminalization policies by otherwise limiting their eligibility to receive funds in the Byrne and COPS grant programs. to Decriminalize Drug Use and Possession.

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It is Time to Acknowledge Reality and End Federal Marijuana Prohibition

NORML

Today, we stood with Representatives Tulsi Gabbard and Don Young as they introduced the Ending Federal Prohibition Act and Marijuana Data Collection Act. While these two bills are overtly about addressing the failures of marijuana prohibition, what they are truly about is accepting reality.

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The Week in Weed: May 7, 2021

The Blunt Truth

The Texas legislature moves on cannabis decriminalization. Also this week, another bipartisan, bicameral group introduced the Marijuana Data Collection Act. One would decriminalize marijuana possession. The Supreme Court refuses to hear a 280E case. And finally, you can now purchase Amish CBD. cannabis research bills.

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Denver Launches the Nation’s First Psychedelic Harm Reduction Training for First Responders

Cannabis Law Report

With decriminalization efforts underway in many other cities and states, this new training, the first of its kind in the US, could set the stage for the design and deployment of programs like it across the country.

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Chacruna… Psilocybin Mushroom Policy Review Panel: 2021 Comprehensive Report

Cannabis Law Report

In May 2019, Denver became the first city in the United States to decriminalize personal possession, cultivation and storage of psilocybin mushrooms. The initiative also created the Denver Psilocybin Policy Review Panel (“Panel”), which was required to report back to the City on the public safety and other impacts of decriminalization.

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Texas Police Chiefs Association Hold Marijuana Press Conference

NORML

Our research has found that marijuana in legalized states can increase crime, negatively impact public health, place additional strain on social services, fail to eradicate criminal enterprises, and that expenditures often outpace revenue collection. Phase 2: Push for decriminalization of small amounts of marijuana and expanded medical use.

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The Week in Weed: March 13, 2020

The Blunt Truth

The report did not set out a timeline for usage guidelines, citing the need for more data. Virginia passed legislation decriminalizing cannabis, and the governor is expected to sign the bill. This means that the group will have to redraft the proposal, collect signatures and resubmit. FEDERAL NEWS. ON THE LIGHTER SIDE.

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