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Steve Sisolak has signed legislation into law easing marijuana possession penalties for minors and amending the state's per se driving limits for THC. The post Nevada: Governor Signs Legislation Reducing Marijuana Possession Penalties for Minors, Amending Per Se Traffic Safety Limits appeared first on NORML.
The Sensible Enforcement Of Cannabis Act essentially would give peace of mind to lawmakers, regulators, 149,000+ workers, and the millions of patients and consumers who are dependent on the normalization of lawful marijuana markets. To date, these statewide regulatory programs are operating largely as voters and politicians intended.
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Steve Sisolak has signed legislation into law prohibiting certain employers from refusing to hire a worker because he or she tested positive for cannabis. The new law takes effect on January 1, 2020. For more information on pending legislation, visit NORML’s Take Action Center. Democratic Gov.
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Send a message to your elected officials in support of this legislation now. ” “Legislative relief must come sooner rather than later. ” “Legislative relief must come sooner rather than later. ” “This bill is part of the continued shift of Democratic Party leadership. and the U.S.
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Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state. Click here to email your Representative and urge them to support this important legislation. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR).
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