Major Marijuana Legalization Vote this November
NORML
AUGUST 21, 2023
Ohio voters will decide this November on a ballot measure legalizing the possession, home cultivation, and retail sale of marijuana for adults.
Missouri: Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Begin, Regulators Accepting Home-Cultivation Applications
NORML
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
"The option to grow for oneself is a fundamental right which has been part of legalization in the great majority of the 20 other states which have now taken the historic step of repealing the criminal prohibition of responsible adult marijuana use."
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BREAKING: New York Legislature Approves Marijuana Legalization
NORML
MARCH 30, 2021
Marijuana Revenue and Taxation Act (MRTA) legalizes and regulates the adult-use, commercial marijuana market in New York State, while also permitting those over the age of 21 to cultivate personal-use quantities of cannabis in their own homes.
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New Mexico: House Lawmakers Approve Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Proposal
NORML
MARCH 1, 2021
The measure, approved by a 39 to 31 vote, would allow adults to purchase at least two ounces of marijuana at a time and cultivate up to six mature plants for personal use. The post New Mexico: House Lawmakers Approve Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Proposal appeared first on NORML.
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Cultivating Knowledge: The Science and Art of Growing Medical Marijuana at Home in Florida
MMJ Recs
FEBRUARY 29, 2024
The landscape of medical marijuana has evolved, offering patients alternative avenues for accessing therapeutic cannabis. One significant aspect of this evolution is the ability of individuals to cultivate their own medical marijuana at home. Can You Grow Medical Marijuana at Home in Florida?
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Montana Lawmakers Approve Legislation to Amend Voter-Approved Marijuana Legalization Law
NORML
APRIL 28, 2021
The measure decreases the personal cultivation limit from four mature plants per adult and eight mature plants per household as originally approved by voters, to two mature plants per adult and four mature plants per household.
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Missouri Marijuana Cultivation License: Everything You Need To Know
MMJ Recs
MARCH 5, 2022
For those who qualify, the laws surrounding medical marijuana in Missouri have now extended past just the use of cannabis as medicine. The state has deemed home cultivation legal and has given people the option to apply for a license that would allow them to cultivate medical marijuana in their homes.
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Illinois Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill to Legalize and Regulate Marijuana
NORML
JUNE 25, 2019
Pritzker has signed legislation legalizing the adult use of marijuana and regulating its commercial production and retail sale. Illinois is now the eleventh state to legalize adult-use marijuana, and it is the second state to legalize marijuana use via legislative action rather than by voter initiative.
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Rick Steves: I support home cultivation rights for all marijuana consumers
NORML
FEBRUARY 25, 2019
In 2012, I was proud to help fund and promote the passage of I-502 which legalized, taxed, and regulated marijuana in my home state of Washington. Legislation is currently stalled in the House and Senate to allow adults to cultivate up to six marijuana plants in their homes. But, even more simply, it just makes sense.
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Court: DEA Must Explain Its Failure to Act Upon Pending Marijuana Cultivation Applications
NORML
AUGUST 2, 2019
A federal court has ordered the Drug Enforcement Administration to respond to a lawsuit charging the agency with failing to move forward with a 2016 policy to expand the total number of federally licensed marijuana cultivators. Additional information regarding the SRI petition is available online here.
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South Dakota: House Lawmakers Move to Repeal Citizen-Initiated Home Cultivation Rights
NORML
JANUARY 25, 2022
This vote is the latest of many actions taken by lawmakers to undue voters' actions on Election Day, when they approved a pair of ballot initiatives legalizing marijuana for both medical and adult-use purposes. The post South Dakota: House Lawmakers Move to Repeal Citizen-Initiated Home Cultivation Rights appeared first on NORML.
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Ohio: Latest Polls Show Continued Support for Legalization Ahead of Initiative Vote
NORML
OCTOBER 31, 2023
If enacted by Ohio's voters on Election Day (November 7th), the possession of marijuana will become legal for adults on December 7th. The post Ohio: Latest Polls Show Continued Support for Legalization Ahead of Initiative Vote appeared first on NORML.
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Montana: Adult-Use Legalization Law Takes Effect
NORML
JANUARY 1, 2021
Adults may legally possess up to one ounce of marijuana and/or privately cultivate up to four mature cannabis plants. The post Montana: Adult-Use Legalization Law Takes Effect appeared first on NORML.
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State Agency Envisions Cannabis Cultivation Boosting Job Growth in Alaska
Veriheal
MARCH 17, 2023
Who would have thought that cannabis cultivation could be Alaska’s biggest earner? Over the course of the next eight years, marijuana cultivation is set to soar to new heights. Based on the latest employment trend report issued by Alaska’s labor department, marijuana cultivation will experience the most tremendous growth.
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New York To Eliminate Cannabis Cultivator Licensing Fees For Two Years
Veriheal
MARCH 26, 2024
Unlicensed cultivators and dispensaries are running rampant, and many are complaining that the process for licensing is taking too long. With medicinal and adult-use (recreational) marijuana now fully legalized, New York is ranking as one of the top states for consumption anywhere in the country.
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Iowa Medical Marijuana Laws: Past, Present, and Future
MMJ Recs
APRIL 19, 2024
The use of medical marijuana in Iowa has been a topic of significant debate and change in recent years. From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically.
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The State of Medical Marijuana in Florida: Navigating Dispensaries, Eligibility, and Legalization
MMJ Recs
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Florida has been at the forefront of the evolving landscape surrounding medical marijuana in the United States. As the state continues to navigate the complexities of legalization, patients, dispensaries, and the cannabis industry are witnessing significant changes.
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Washington: House Lawmakers Move To Lift Home Grow Ban, Reject Proposed THC Potency Limits
NORML
JANUARY 30, 2024
Despite having been one of the first two states to initially legalize the adult use marijuana market, Washington is one of only five legalization states that disallows home cultivation. The post Washington: House Lawmakers Move To Lift Home Grow Ban, Reject Proposed THC Potency Limits appeared first on NORML.
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Arizona: Prop. 207 Legalization Measure Officially Takes Effect
NORML
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Provisions legalizing marijuana possession, use, and personal cultivation take immediate effect. 207 Legalization Measure Officially Takes Effect appeared first on NORML. The post Arizona: Prop.
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New Jersey Activists Mark 100,000 Marijuana Arrests Prevented
NORML
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
“As we mark the first three years of legalization in New Jersey, now is the time to both celebrate its successes and reflect on lessons learned.” The post New Jersey Activists Mark 100,000 Marijuana Arrests Prevented appeared first on NORML.
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Cannabis Legalization in Ireland?
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 29, 2022
Ireland is the latest European country to take a step closer to cannabis legalization. Introduced by a People Before Profit Party member, the bill would legalize cannabis possession for adults over 18. However, the bill doesn’t include cannabis sales or cultivation. The post Cannabis Legalization in Ireland?
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Marijuana possession and cultivation could be legal by July – Cannabis Business Executive
SpeedWeed
APRIL 5, 2021
Marijuana possession and cultivation could be legal by July – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. The post Marijuana possession and cultivation could be legal by July – Cannabis Business Executive appeared first on SpeedWeed.
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Possessing And Cultivating Psychedelics Would Be Legalized In Michigan Under New Senate Bill
Cannabis Law Report
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
Marijuana Moment reports… Michigan senators on Thursday introduced a bill to legalize the possession, cultivation and delivery of an array of plant- and fungus-derived psychedelics like psilocybin and mescaline. As such, commercial production and sales would not be legalized under the measure.
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The Economic Impact of the Medical Marijuana Industry: Trends and Projections
MMJ Recs
MARCH 16, 2024
Overview of the Medical Marijuana Industry The medical marijuana industry has experienced significant growth and evolution in recent years, fueled by shifting attitudes, changing regulations, and expanding legalization efforts across various jurisdictions.
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Cannabis Is Helping Cultivate Jobs in More Than Dispensaries
Veriheal
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Cannabis legalization is a big hit! Despite what opponents of cannabis legalization have to say about it, it’s working. Cannabis legalization has increased job availability across many legal sectors of employment, including the agricultural industry. Americans have and continue to support cannabis legalization.
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U.S. Cannabis Legalization Update: Who’s Still Waiting and Who May Legalize
Veriheal
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
states and the District of Columbia currently have legal cannabis, medical or recreational. Despite this massive shift in cannabis policy, however, a few states are still dragging their feet on cannabis legalization. It prohibits cannabis possession, use, purchase, sale, or cultivation, whether for recreation or medical purposes.
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New York Senator Introduces Cannabis Cultivation Bill
Cannabis Law Report
JULY 21, 2021
Senator Jeremy Cooney of New York introduced a bill on July 20 that would build upon the state’s recreational cannabis law with a focus on getting cultivation up and running. He continued, “We passed adult-use recreational marijuana with the promise of investing in communities most negatively impacted by the failed War on Drugs.
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How will police handle marijuana legalization? Your questions answered
Medical Marijuana Program Connection
DECEMBER 7, 2023
With Issue 2 taking effect Thursday, questions still loom about marijuana legalization in Ohio. The statute legalizes the purchase, possession and cultivation of marijuana for. Read More
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Is marijuana legal in Spain and can I REALLY grow plants at home?
Medical Marijuana Program Connection
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
THE legality of cannabis consumption and cultivation in Spain is murky, with consumption and cultivation being decriminalised, but only if done in private. Read More
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Malawi legalizes cannabis cultivation for certain uses
Cannabis Life Network
FEBRUARY 29, 2020
BLANTYRE, Malawi — Malawi has legalized the cultivation of cannabis as the country seeks an alternative to tobacco, its main earner of foreign exchange which is under pressure from anti-smoking campaigns. Parliament on Thursday passed the bill to allow cultivation for medicinal and industrial uses.
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Corruption in the Legal Cannabis Industry: Temptation Facilitated by Greed and Cannabis Cultivation
Veriheal
JANUARY 20, 2022
This is just one example of government corruption with respect to the legal cannabis industry. As the legal cannabis industry continues to expand, there are an increasing number of government officials using their position of power, and this new and lucrative industry for personal financial gain. million pounds of cannabis.
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Cities Across Michigan Ban Legal Marijuana Sales
NORML
JANUARY 7, 2019
Since the passage of Proposition 1 , officially known as the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act , which legalized the sale, possession, consumption and cultivation of marijuana for adults 21 and up last November, members of Michigan NORML have encountered a new challenge: municipal opt-out.
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West Virginia’s Medical Marijuana Program: A Comprehensive Guide to Dispensaries and Legal Regulations
MMJ Recs
MARCH 14, 2024
Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in West Virginia West Virginia’s medical marijuana program encompasses an extensive list of qualifying conditions, providing access to patients with various chronic or debilitating diseases.
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Why Legal Marijuana Does Not End The Illegal Market
MJ Business Attorneys
JULY 24, 2019
Areas that have approved the sale of cannabis still deal with a “gray market” where legal and illegal marijuana markets coexist. It is a scenario that frustrates legal cannabis businesses and law enforcement alike. This includes storefronts that sell cannabis despite lacking the proper licenses.
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Luxembourg Parliament Votes To Legalize Cannabis Possession And Cultivation, Making It Second EU Country To End Prohibition
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 29, 2023
Marijuana Moment reports BREAKING: Luxemburg legaliseert cannabis als eerste in Benelux, tweede in Europese Unie'Parlementsleden in Luxemburg hebben vandaag thuisteelt van vier cannabis planten per huishouden gelegaliseerd en bezit tot 3 gram op straat.'[link]
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New York to Legalize Psychedelics?
Cannabis Life Network
JANUARY 3, 2023
Not even a month after legalizing recreational cannabis, New York looks posed to legalize psychedelics in 2023. The legislation, which three Assembly Members will introduce, will legalize psilocybin, DMT, LSD, and ibogaine for adults over 21 years old. Didn’t New York Just Legalize Cannabis? […].
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NORML: Maryland: Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization Laws Take Effect Next Week
Cannabis Law Report
JUNE 23, 2023
Legislation permitting adults to possess, home-cultivate, and purchase personal-use quantities of cannabis takes effect on Saturday, July 1st. Beginning that day, those age 21 or older may legally possess up to 1.5 Adults may also home-cultivate up to two mature plants in a private residence. […]
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Americans Will Cultivate Over 4 Billion Grams Of Homegrown Cannabis in 2022
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The legal cannabis industry in the United States has slowly expanded over the last decade. With legalization, patients and consumers have more freedom in product choice, and many are turning to homegrown cannabis. With legalization, patients and consumers have more freedom in product choice, and many are turning to homegrown cannabis.
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Another State Liberates Cannabis
NORML
AUGUST 1, 2023
The possession and home cultivation of marijuana is now legal for Minnesotans. The post Another State Liberates Cannabis appeared first on NORML.
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WeedAdvisor
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Another nation is toying with cannabis legalization, this time far beyond North American or European shores. According to CNN , the Australian capital of Canberra fully legalized possession and cultivation of recreational cannabis after a vote on September 24 th. At the moment, the ACT has decriminalized marijuana.
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Thailand Legalized Medical Marijuana
MassRoots
JANUARY 5, 2019
Making history as the first country in Southeast Asia to do so, Thailand legalized medical cannabis on December 24, 2018. This came as a surprise to some considering that Thailand has a reputation for having notoriously harsh laws regarding the use, cultivation, production and transportation of any drugs.
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Marijuana Legalization on the Ballot in Arizona
MassRoots
AUGUST 19, 2020
Arizona voters will have a chance to cast a ballot in support of recreational marijuana this coming November. However, a recent survey showed that over 62 percent of likely voters now support legalizing cannabis, suggesting a recent change of heart in the Grand Canyon State. 207 will do more than simply legalize cannabis in Arizona.
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St Louis Mayor Signs Into Law Bill To Decriminalize Cannabis Possession & Cultivation
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 13, 2021
Louis on Monday signed a bill to decriminalize marijuana possession and cultivation for adults, a local reform that comes as efforts to legalize cannabis statewide in Missouri are also gaining momentum. It would also make it so that “no resources” could be spent to punish adults for cultivating up to six flowering plants.
Italy’s Supreme Court Rules Personal Marijuana Cultivation Legal
The Joint Blog
JANUARY 22, 2020
In a decision that has massive, long-lasting implications Italy’s Supreme Court has ruled that growing a small amount of marijuana for personal use is legal. The court has opened the way, now it’s up to us,” said Matteo Mantero, a senator from the co-ruling 5-Star Movement. “The
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