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Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Declines in Prescription Drug Expenditures

NORML

Recreational cannabis laws result in significant relative declines in prescription drug claims. The post Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Declines in Prescription Drug Expenditures appeared first on NORML.

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Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Greater Levels of Physical Activity

NORML

“The results of this study indicate that legal medical cannabis promotes greater physical activity in those experiencing chronic medical conditions and legal recreational cannabis promotes (even more so) greater physical activity in those not experiencing chronic medical conditions.”

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Will Texas Legalize Recreational Marijuana?

Veriheal

Texas has one such cannabis program in flux, with a new bill being introduced that may change the legality of recreational marijuana within the state. The Current Status Of The Texas Cannabis Program Currently, recreational marijuana is not legal in Texas. Marijuana is, however, permissible for some medical uses in Texas.

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The Changing Landscape of Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What Patients Should Know

Canna Care Docs

The Changing Landscape of Me dical Marijuana in Massachusetts: What Patients Should Know The Massachusetts medical marijuana program has been a cornerstone of cannabis access since its inception in 2012. Unlike other states, Massachusetts has seen its medical program expand even after legalizing recreational cannabis.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

In this discussion, Jonathan will cover: The difference in business opportunities in the medical marijuana, recreational marijuana, and hemp industries. cannabis marketplace. The ancillary businesses surrounding these industries where people and businesses are profiting. The current state of the U.S.

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What Could Rescheduling Mean for Medical Cannabis Patients?

Canna Care Docs

Potential implications of rescheduling cannabis It’s important to keep in mind that rescheduling does not legalize cannabis outright for recreational use. At this point in time, the proposal is still in the review phase and no immediate changes will impact the medical or recreational adult-use markets.

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Florida’s Cannabis and Hemp Landscape: Key Regulatory Changes to Watch

Canna Law Blog

References to street or slang terms for marijuana, hemp, or their intoxicating effects. New recreational marijuana legalization initiative A new initiative , sponsored by Smart & Safe Florida , aims to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older, allowing possession, purchase, and use for non-medical purposes.

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