NORML

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

For the second time in US history legislation to repeal the failed, unscientific, and racist policy of federal marijuana prohibition has passed the powerful House Judiciary Committee. . The post Bill to Repeal Marijuana Prohibition Passes Critical House Committee appeared first on NORML.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

The evolution from stigma to acceptance has been a journey marked by changing perceptions, legislative shifts, and a growing understanding of the therapeutic potential of cannabis. Medical Marijuana Legalization in Ohio The legalization of medical marijuana in Ohio represents a watershed moment in the state’s history.

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NORML

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Starting January 1st, most employers will no longer be able to either fire or refuse to hire someone based solely upon their cannabis use history. The post California: Employees to No Longer Face Discrimination at Work for Their Off-Hours Cannabis Use appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

For the first time ever, a congressional committee has approved a piece of legislation to end marijuana prohibition in the United States. “This is a truly historic moment in our nation’s political history. “This is a truly historic moment in our nation’s political history.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 12, 2022

In April, we sent you a 2022 legislative update , highlighting 5 bills that help licensees connect with consumers and diversify their offerings. May 27 was the deadline for bills to pass in the house of origin and head to the other legislative chamber. To see the bill’s vote history, click here. What’s Next?

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Puff Puff Post

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

The History and Science of Cannabis. On July 30 th , 2001, the government brought this into a legislative act known as the Medical Marijuana Access and Resources (MMAR). This legislative act did not allow Canadian patients to grow their own medicine. . Have a history of substance abuse.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

At NORML, as we gather around the table today, we’re thankful not only for the dozens of legislative victories and the historic votes in Congress in 2019, we’re thankful for you, our supporters, members, and donors, who’ve made this progress possible. Gratefully, The team at NORML.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

In this blog, we’re discussing the past, present, and future of Iowa medical marijuana laws — exploring its history, laws, regulations, patient access, and the evolving role it plays in the state’s healthcare system. For decades, cannabis was strictly prohibited for both medical and recreational use.

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Americans for Safe Access

JUNE 2, 2020

In the comments, we suggest to federal legislators and the DEA that a new agency be established that has no history in prosecution of the activities of which the DEA seeks to become the sole enforcer.

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NORML

MAY 31, 2019

With Governor Pritzker’s Signature, Illinois will become the first state in history to legislatively legalize and regulate cannabis sales. It is expected that Governor Pritzker will sign the legislation. “Cannabis criminalization in Illinois is coming to an end. This bill accomplishes many of NORML’s key goals.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2019

Today, dozens of advocates from across the state of Delaware came together at Legislative Hall to support HB110 , a bill that seeks to legalize and regulate the sale of cannabis for adult-use in the First State. There were so many people there in support of HB110 that legislators ran out of time to hear further testimony.

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Americans for Safe Access

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

This week cannabis legislation made history. The first ever federal cannabis reform legislation was passed by the House of Representatives by a vote of 321-103. This bill will still need to pass the Senate and be signed into law, but it serves as a marker of the progress cannabis legislation has made.

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NORML

AUGUST 12, 2019

America has a moral responsibility to pass my legislation to end the prohibition of marijuana and take on the oppression at the heart of the War on Drugs. America has a moral responsibility to pass my legislation to end the prohibition of marijuana and take on the oppression at the heart of the War on Drugs.

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NORML

AUGUST 28, 2019

Legislation reducing marijuana possession penalties and facilitating the expungement of past cannabis convictions took effect today. Assembly Bill 8420-A was negotiated in the closing days of the 2019 legislative session after lawmakers failed to agree on provisions of a marijuana legalization measure. Finally, A.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 4, 2022

The accompanying legislation that was passed and signed the following year put in place some of the most forward-looking cannabis laws in the country and included a groundbreaking decriminalization framework. Boyer, Salvation and Social Justice : “Throughout history, cannabis prohibition was used as a prominent tool in a war on Black people.

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WeedAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019

Mexico’s unique journey to legalization is about to hit its peak as the Senate prepares to debate draft legislation for the upcoming cannabis framework. According to Mexico News Daily , the Senate’s debate on the legislation is set for next week. With the clock ticking, legislators hope to finalize the laws in the following weeks.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’s been a while since the Senators took their seats – let’s hope they can get some progress with their suggested legislation. This legislation will put WA at the forefront of cannabis developments in Australia, following on from and developing the example of the ACT — other states will surely follow.

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NORML

JANUARY 24, 2019

During a recent interview with the Westword , Ashley Weber, executive director of Colorado NORML shared a few tips for marijuana law reform advocates who want to get involved in the legislative process: “It’s about getting to know your representatives, and writing them daily if something’s important.

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The Joint Blog

JULY 23, 2021

Despite changes in legislation and the impact of Covid-19, CBD continues to rise in popularity all over the world. Although not dangerous, this will prevent any unpleasant side effects and let you increase your dose slowly over time, helping to ensure that your CBD experience is as good as possible. The future of CBD edibles.

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The Herb Collective

MARCH 1, 2024

This versatile plant, which has been both vilified and celebrated throughout history, is finally getting the recognition it deserves in various sectors, including medicine, wellness, and sustainable development. Moreover, with responsible use and proper regulation, the potential for abuse can be significantly mitigated.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 2, 2022

If passed by the Parliament, the legislation will remove the need for criminal investigations when someone is caught with a personal amount of the substance. On Tuesday, the Seimas greenlighted the draft bill that aims to decriminalize personal possession of small amounts of cannabis.

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NORML

MAY 1, 2020

This is the first in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement. Importantly for my purpose was the opening paragraph of the legislation establishing the commission, declaring it was “important to the health, safety and welfare of the nation.” And, as the saying goes, “the rest is history.”

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 26, 2023

NCIA have written a good piece If, like us you have now given up on the legislative history of the act just pop over to Wikipedia to remind yourself We are now 4 years after the initial submission On March 7, 2019, the bill was introduced in U.S. House of Representatives by Ed Perlmutter (D-CO) and was referred to […]

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SMPL

MARCH 28, 2019

Representative Clay Schexnayder (District 81) is proposing legislation for the 2019 session that creates an opportunity for Louisiana farmers to produce industrial hemp, as authorized in the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (Farm Bill) approved by Congress. and has been removed from the Schedule I list of controlled substances.

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Leaf Science

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Ms Swarbrick continues to add “This binding referendum presents an opportunity to have the will of the people trigger meaningful legislative change”. She ends her passionate speech with “we are incredibly proud to be progressing this legislation, Kia Ora”. And, that legislating cannabis would normalise drug use. Opposition.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

This legislation is about accepting political reality. This legislation is about accepting scientific reality. This legislation is about accepting economic reality. Perhaps most importantly, this legislation is about accepting moral reality. The American people are sick and tired of our failed prohibition.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Hartin served as Director of Compliance and Enforcement for the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority, where she oversaw compliance for the state’s medical cannabis program and played an integral role in the OMMA’s legislative and regulatory processes.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Advocates for a consistent and accurate cannabis lexicon will be thrilled to hear that Washington state legislators are working toward replacing the word “marijuana” with “cannabis” in all outstanding legislation and laws. Marijuana is the most violence-causing drug in the history of mankind.”. “I

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NORML

JANUARY 29, 2020

Starting within the first few days of the year, Las Vegas NORML hosted their monthly meeting with a very special guest and a representative who’s become a huge legislative champion for cannabis, Assemblyman Steve Yeager. History is being made.” ” said Reno NORML Communications Director, Conchita Maberry.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2019

Portland, OR — Today the Oregon Liquor Control Commission provided the Oregon Legislative Assembly with the 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report required by ORS 475B.548. 2019 Recreational Marijuana Supply and Demand Legislative Report. A Letter from OLCC Director Steve Marks. Or Read It Here.

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WeedAdvisor

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Given the history of recent cannabis reform in Canada and the U.S., Prior to drafting their legislation, Mexico looked at different ways to approach it. The post New Mexican Marijuana Legislation Proposes State-Run System and Home Cultivation appeared first on WeedAdvisor. Mexico has plenty of case studies to look at.

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NORML

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

This has never happened in the history of our country and it is thanks to all the time and effort folks have put in for DECADES. However, we NEED your help to get this legislation approved. The MORE Act isn’t just some half measure either.

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NORML

JULY 23, 2019

The American public is overwhelmingly ready to legalize marijuana, their elected officials in Washington need to finally start representing the will of the people and advance this sensible legislation,” said NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri. Send a message to your lawmakers in support of the bill now!

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Furthermore, the arrest will not even go on an individual’s criminal history. A new regulatory body, the Cannabis Authority, has the task of monitoring all these legislative proposals. Previous convictions for such possession will be annulled.

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Americans for Safe Access

APRIL 11, 2019

On Thursday, April 4th 2019, Governor Lujan Grisham made history for the state of New Mexico by signing into law Senate Bill 204, Medical Cannabis in Schools. California, New York, Virginia and Washington all have active 2019 Legislation for Allowing Safe Access to Medical Cannabis in School that is expected to pass into law.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

A landmark moment for the UK’s cannabis industry occurred this week when the first bulk shipments of marijuana were imported into Britain since legislation changed in November.

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The Blunt Truth

APRIL 7, 2022

DC has also been considering, but not passing, marijuana legislation. If history is any guide, it will languish there, but we’ll keep you apprised of any movement. If history is any guide, it will languish there, but we’ll keep you apprised of any movement. And finally, Nike makes hemp shoes. medical marijuana research act.

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