NORML

AUGUST 3, 2022

The post Arkansas: Election Officials Deny Certification of Proposed Marijuana Legalization Amendment appeared first on NORML. Advocates on behalf of the ballot measure are now anticipated to take the matter before the state Supreme Court.

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Americans for Safe Access

AUGUST 4, 2022

With August Recess starting, Congress members are leaving DC and returning home for a month of work. This is the perfect opportunity to meet with them and tell your story about how important medical cannabis is to you. Last week we posted a blog on how to schedule an August recess meeting , so take a look if you missed it.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2022

An industry-backed effort to legalize recreational marijuana in Arkansas suffered a major setback Wednesday when the State Board of Election Commissioners unanimously rejected the ballot title under which the proposed constitutional amendment would have appeared before voters in November.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 4, 2022

Yes, but… Yesterday, the Board of Election Commissioners declined to certify the measure. Meanwhile, next door in Arkansas, the Secretary of State determined that there are enough signatures to put adult-use on the ballot. Sounds great for the advocacy group backing the measure, right? Next stop for the advocates? The state’s Supreme Court.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 30, 2022

Local governments automatically enroll into the Measure 109 program unless they refer an opt-out ordinance for approval to local voters in the upcoming November election. If the Dallas Council elects this third option, city staff will rely on our development code provision requiring businesses to comply with federal, state and local laws.

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