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 11, 2021

When then presidential candidate Joe Biden released his approach to federal cannabis policy in May of 2020, it marked the first time in history a major party presidential candidate included a cannabis-specific policy goal in their campaign.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

OKLAHOMA CITY — Taylor Hartin has left her role as one of Oklahoma’s top marijuana regulators to join VS Strategies, a leading cannabis policy and public affairs firm, as a senior associate.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 14, 2023

In fact, its history as a dangerous, illicit narcotic is dwarfed by its history as a medicine. The post How public health policy influences cannabis consumer identity appeared first on The Cannigma. Cannabis has been used as a therapeutic tool across the globe for thousands of years.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 22, 2021

Reefer Madness Returns – Six Facts From Cannabis History ? America turns 2019 years old today, and in those years, history has held some of its finest moments. With that said, America has had some evil history as well. I’m of course talking about… REEFER HISTORY. We have six horrifiterriblfying facts from reefer history!

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NORML

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

“This is a truly historic moment in our nation’s political history. Congress should respect the will of the people and promptly approve the MORE Act and close this dark chapter of failed public policy.”

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 4, 2022

This Handbook of Global Drug History is the first major attempt by historians of drugs to take stock of the recent progress and directions of this field, utilizing both a global scope and long-term historical perspective. Introduction: A New Global History of Drugs, Paul Gootenberg. Lessons from History?, Acknowledgements.

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

This article explores the history of medical marijuana in Ohio, analyzes the changing attitudes and acceptance, and delves into the impact of stigma on its journey to legalization. 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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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

Norway’s Alliance for rights-oriented Drug Policies (AROD) says that to vindicate the rights of drug law violators , they will on 11 September 2021, hold a cannabis sale outside Oslo’s police headquarters to protest the abject failure of Norwegian drug reform. Oslo Police HQ. An invitation to cooperate.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

history, Americans demonstrated unity around at … Read More. The post NCIA Statement On Cannabis Initiatives: Cannabis Policy Reform Wins Big On Election Night as Five States Approve Ballot Initiatives first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Here’s what they are saying as the cannabis results roll in.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 1, 2021

Legendary chemist, nuanced psychonaut of molecular structure-activity relations, deep thinker on issues of societal policy, engaging storyteller, inspirational teacher, and all-around good human being — Sasha Shulgin takes us on an alchemical educational journey as if we were sitting there as students in the class from which this text arose.

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NORML

AUGUST 12, 2019

I’m proud to work with NORML to create a more just national marijuana policy. My bill, The MORE Act, is the most comprehensive marijuana reform bill ever introduced, and it’s backed by a broad coalition of civil rights, criminal justice, drug policy, and immigration groups.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2023

A report from the government’s Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs (ACMD) that recommended the decriminalisation of drugs will remain the only one in the council’s history not to be released to the public.

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PrestoDoctor

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The history of Black hemp farmers in America is a story that has been largely ignored. Read more to uncover the hidden history of Black hemp farmers in America and explore their contributions to this industry. From the early days of this nation’s history, hemp was a vital cash crop which served a myriad of purposes.

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NORML

MAY 18, 2023

After a century of failed policies and canna-bigotry, Americans are ready to move in a different direction — one that legalizes, regulates, and educates. The post NORML Op-Ed: Ending Cannabis Bigotry Is Long Overdue appeared first on NORML.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Now, with the 2023 policy change, the league will also no longer punish players for cannabis use. Kevin Durant on Weed in the NBA Kevin Duran is a forward for the Phoenix Suns and one of the top scorers in NBA history. This agreement now allows players to consume cannabis outside of games without penalty.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 7, 2022

A contemporary history of the remedicalization of cannabis and the shifting boundaries between licit and illicit drugs. Remedicalising Cannabis investigates the evolving tensions that have brought us to the current situation and demonstrates the role of history in understanding today’s debates about cannabis. Learn more and order.

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NORML

JULY 23, 2019

“After nearly a century of prohibition, it is clear this policy has been an absolute failure and a national disgrace. The MORE Act is the most comprehensive marijuana reform bill ever introduced in the US Congress and is backed by a broad coalition of civil rights, criminal justice, drug policy, and immigration groups.

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NORML

JANUARY 24, 2019

” Never in modern history has there existed greater public support for ending the nation’s nearly century-long experiment with marijuana prohibition. Marijuana policy should be evidence based. Make appointments, become an acquaintance with them.” Dispel the myths with the NORML Fact Sheets.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

AUGUST 6, 2019

The National Football League (NFL) preseason is upon us, and though the players may have changed, the league’s strict cannabis policies have not. According to a report from NBC Sports , “the NFL is prepared to make major concessions regarding the substance-abuse policy, especially as it relates to marijuana.”

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NORML

MARCH 24, 2020

Despite the ongoing crisis we are faced with, the November elections will still hold major implications for the future of legalization and other cannabis policy reforms. We’ve seen more candidates and elected officials than ever before express their support for marijuana policy reform. That is where you come in.

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WeedAdvisor

APRIL 30, 2019

Perhaps the most ridiculous aspect of this immigration policy is the wording of the law. Lawyers in Anchorage, Alaska were quick to criticize this policy, which was enacted on April 19 th. Whether or not immigration officials intend to discriminate against aspiring immigrants, this policy is still discriminatory.

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The Cannigma

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Cannabis policy in Bolivia Bolivia enforces strict penalties for cannabis-related offenses. This marked a significant shift in policy, reflecting a growing acknowledgment of cannabis as a valuable medicinal resource. Medical cannabis in Bolivia Bolivia has taken steps toward recognizing the potential therapeutic benefits of cannabis.

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NORML

JULY 30, 2020

Today, for the second time in history, the House of Representatives… The post Congress Votes To Protect Legal Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

Dr. Erika Dyck – Professor and a Canada Research Chair in the History of Health & Social Justice. Leonard Pickard – chemist, author, former research associate in neurobiology at Harvard Medical School, and Deputy Director of the Drug Policy Analysis Program at UCLA. Cosmo Feilding , CEO, Beckley Psytech, Limited.

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Drug Testing in America: A Brief History The origins of pre-employment drug testing trace back to the 1980s. As more states join the legalization movement, there is growing hope and speculation that national regulations will catch up with progressive state policies. At this time, the United States was immersed in the War on Drugs.

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Veriheal

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

New York’s rec market is slowly but surely rolling out, a peer-reviewed study linked state cannabis prohibition to high race-based arrests, and an analysis of thousands of Army records revealed that recruits with a history of cannabis use are just as likely as their peers to excel. Let’s dive into this week’s cannanews. Despite the U.S.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 8, 2023

These policy changes across different sports leagues suggest a collective evolution in attitudes towards cannabis, potentially paving the way for a new era in athlete drug policy. Impact and Implications The potential impact of this rule change is far-reaching.

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WeedAdvisor

MAY 28, 2019

If history is any indicator from countries like Canada and the U.S. (in His message is simple, explaining that the current cannabis policies are poorly thought-out and poorly executed. The post Former High-Profile Bahamian Politician Blasts Government Over Marijuana Policy appeared first on WeedAdvisor.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The Harvard Crimson writes A panel of legal experts discussed lessons the psychedelics industry can learn from the history of U.S. cannabis policy during a virtual event hosted by Harvard Law School’s Petrie-Flom Center.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Sentencing Commission (USSC) says it is considering possible amendments to guidelines on whether, and to what extent, people’s criminal history for marijuana possession can be used against them in sentencing decisions for new convictions. The Commission has voted on its final policy priorities for 2022-23.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The current public policies in local and state cannabis ordinance and equity programs may enhance racial disparities if they follow the pattern of exclusion and criminalization that encompass past policies promoted as beneficial to African Americans but uphold racial capitalistic practices. Background of Study. Purpose of the Study.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

There are several documented uses of the word marijuana in direct racist-based and anti-cannabis agenda-driven quotes throughout history—many of which came from politicians and those in power to do harm to impoverished communities and communities of color. Marijuana is the most violence-causing drug in the history of mankind.”. “I

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 30, 2020

With the MLB easing its policy on marijuana use, players in the NFL are hoping that, and asking for their league to do the same. Now, former football players told Reuters a similar policy would be a positive step for management of chronic pain in the NFL. The bottom line is just to give players choices,” said Davis. “To

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The Cannigma

MAY 21, 2023

The country has a zero-tolerance policy towards cannabis and imposes severe penalties for any violations, though according to various reports cannabis use is very common. History of cannabis laws in the Maldives Cannabis use has a long history in the Maldives, with the plant being used for medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

“I am a New York native with a passion for policy and the political process. He is also a former policy director for the Drug Policy Alliance. “He But before that…he worked with the Drug Policy Alliance and he also worked for the state Senate as a counsel. ” Source Linked In. ” Source Linked In.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

This is not just good policy, but good politics. As long as marijuana remains a Schedule I substance, federal policy remains ignorant of this fact. Worse still, these policies are applied in racially disparate ways, overwhelmingly those arrested are people of color or members of other marginalized communities.

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