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Florida to Vote on Recreational Marijuana in 2024

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The Florida Supreme Court has decided to place the recreational marijuana amendment, known as Amendment 3, on the November 2024 ballot. This amendment, if passed, would allow adults aged 21 or older to legally possess, purchase, and use marijuana for personal, non-medical consumption, with specific possession limits set.

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NYC’s Rooftop Cannabis Cultivation, NM’s First Consumption Lounge, & NJ’s Recreational Market Launch

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New York City’s mayor has a bold plan to kick start cannabis cultivation, New Mexico got its first cannabis consumption lounge, and New Jersey finally opened its recreational cannabis market. There isn’t much more to say, marijuana is illegal in public housing,” said NYCHA spokesperson Olga Alvarez. million in sales.

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Las Vegas Officially Opens First Cannabis Consumption Lounge

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Seven years after adult-use (recreational) cannabis was first legalized in Nevada, a new endeavor is beginning–the opening of cannabis consumption lounges in Las Vegas. This historic purchase is set to change the marijuana industry in Las Vegas, enhancing its status as a top tourist destination.

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Nevada Approves Cannabis Consumption Lounges

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At one time, there was a sign coming into Las Vegas that read, “Don’t gamble with marijuana.” ” Nevada, aka the Silver State, just announced a silver lining to cannabis consumption: Las Vegas will allow cannabis lounges. Even then, consumption rules can prohibit you from legally enjoying a legal substance.

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Recreational Cannabis Legalization Sparks Increase in Consumption, Study Reveals

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Does recreational cannabis legalization contribute to a spike in consumption? ” Post-legalization, the frequency of past-year cannabis consumption appeared to climb among individuals who self-identified as the following: Hispanic (11.7-15%). Non-Hispanic white (16.6-19.4%).

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Missouri Supreme Court won’t consider recreational cannabis lawsuit

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The Missouri Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to take up a lawsuit challenging a ballot proposal to legalize recreational marijuana use in the state. If voters approve the amendment, those age 21 and older could buy and grow marijuana for personal consumption as early as this year.

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Oregon: Cannabis Social Consumption Bill SB 639 Is About Civil Rights

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Medical marijuana patients, renters, the poor, people of color and women are often the least likely to not have a safe legal space to consume legally purchased or possessed cannabis,” said Martinez. Martinez says this approach further marginalizes the poor, who are disproportionately punished for public consumption. “In 2233 does not.