NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

On Thursday, hundreds of Texans joined us at the Texas State Capitol to discuss marijuana policy with legislators! Participants then crafted a message to place on their postcards which they delivered to offices along with policy overviews and then requested their Senator and Representative co-sponsor important legislation. We want to thank our coalition, Texans for Responsible Marijuana Policy , for helping to continue to elevate and expand these lobby days.

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NORML

JANUARY 16, 2019

This extensive database assigns a letter grade ‘A’ through ‘F’ to states’ governors based upon their comments and voting records specific to matters of marijuana policy.

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NORML

APRIL 4, 2019

It is time for the federal government to cease standing in the way of these voter-backed regulatory policies being implemented throughout the country,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal. The STATES Act is the next logical step in a comprehensive blueprint for more rational federal cannabis policy. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns. INDUSTRY LEGISLATION Policy

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Cannabis Chronicles

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

America’s cannabis companies are racing to build national brands and market their wares to mainstream consumers. There’s just one problem: It’s hard to advertise your product when the federal government considers you a drug dealer.

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Leafly

MAY 1, 2019

In an open letter ahead of an international policy summit, the 329 organizations also question the UN drug office’s ability to change its own outdated perspective. The post 329 Groups Call on UN to Adopt Harm-Reduction Drug Policy appeared first on Leafly. Politics drug-policy United Nations

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 20, 2019

CCIA Policy Conference What’s Missing? – On Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the California Cannabis Industry Association (“CCIA”) will host its 4th Annual Policy Conference in Sacramento, California. 2019 Policy Development & Legislation , moderated by Amy Jenkins, CCIA.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2019

The former director of federal policy for the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) has joined the staff of newly sworn-in Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) as a senior counsel and policy advisor. She’s already upset quite a few people for just being herself.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 4, 2019

However, the about-face came the day before a motion challenging the former policy was scheduled in Carver County District Court. He believes that as information about the new policy spreads, enforcement of it will not be an issue.

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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. But, like in 1937, the recent policy change discriminates against individuals from other countries – albeit in a less overt fashion.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 27, 2019

The Nine Foundational Pillars represented within the ICA include: Policy , Hoban Law Group (U.S.).

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WeedAdvisor

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

From opt-outs to gross limitations on the number of initial cannabis stores, “competent” is hardly a word we could use to describe Ontario’s marijuana policy. The post Ontario Cannabis Policy Continues to Hurt the Legal Market appeared first on WeedAdvisor.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 16, 2019

The Office of Cannabis Policy and Enforcement will host its next monthly stakeholder meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the City Council Chamber, New City Hall, 915 I Street, 1st floor, Sacramento, CA 95814. Office of Cannabis Policy & Enforcement. Dear Stakeholder, .

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Leafly

JANUARY 22, 2019

The Nevada Dispensary Association says that although the new harassment policy caught the industry off guard, it offers the chance to “become a leader.”. The post Nevada’s Harassment Policy: A Chance for Cannabis to Lead by Example appeared first on Leafly. Industry Politics Nevada

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 21, 2019

Each sport approaches marijuana policy through their respective collective bargaining agreements as negotiated between the team owners (usually the league or association) and the players (as represented by a player’s association.)

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 6, 2019

A Pentagon spokeswoman confirmed to Task & Purpose that the DoD Consolidated Adjudications Facility had not made any policy change about owning stock in companies that legally sell marijuana or related products. “Any changes will be addressed through normal policy update procedures.”

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Penninsula Alternative Health

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Here Are Some FAQ on the New ID Card Policy: What does this mean for existing patients who have an ID card? Beginning January 1, 2019: All NEW patients must purchase a MMCC ID card during the registration process. Cards purchased after 01/01/19 will be valid for three years.

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Americans for Safe Access

OCTOBER 17, 2017

This report, in large part, scrutinized Representative Tom Marino (R-PA) and his potential appointment as the head of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) also known as the Drug Czar because of his ties with and sponsorship of legislation favoring the pharmaceutical industry

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WeedAdvisor

JANUARY 17, 2019

A “Failure of Public Policy”. Trudeau responded by explaining how a failure in public policy through prohibition actually made it easier for youth to access marijuana – a true statement that seems to elude some. It’s not about a new source of revenue for the government…it’s a reflection of a failure of public policy. The post Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Claims Legalization Was About Policy, Not Money appeared first on WeedAdvisor.

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MedicalMarijuana.ca

MARCH 4, 2019

To decide if we can include medical cannabis in your benefit coverage, we will look at: whether you have one of the five designated work-related medical conditions in the policy. When you have a work-related injury or illness we’re here to help you recover and get back to work. This may include providing you with health-care benefits and in some cases that may include medical cannabis.

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Cannabis Maven

JANUARY 16, 2019

PolicyOf 50 governors graded by NORML for supporting pot reform, over half got passing grades. Most are Dems but still not bad.

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MedicalMarijuana.ca

OCTOBER 11, 2018

Yesterday, with little to no fanfare, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security made a significant amendment to its existing statement relating to Canadians crossing the border by stating that… Read More

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NORML

MAY 9, 2019

Those without the means to defend themselves from the state bear the greatest burden and lifelong consequences of this ongoing failed federal policy. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

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Medical Marijuana, Inc.

JANUARY 5, 2018

A man may seek water and only find fire. A man may seek peace and only find war. A man may seek truth and only find lies. A man may seek justice and only find ignorance. A man may seek to change the future,only to change his own. A man may seek to know the mind of God. A man may seek to wish no more. A man may speak and only be ignored. A man may ponder if man were no more. Why hast thou God maketh man,forth thou be no more

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Fontana is on the hook for $106,916 in legal fees after a judge ruled in favor of a resident who argued that the city’s restrictive policy for people who want to grow cannabis at home violated California law. A revised policy is tentatively scheduled for a vote at the Feb.

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NORML

MARCH 7, 2019

In the previous Congress, The Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition Act became the first bill in American history to end the federal policy of criminalization that earned bipartisan support. Marijuana legalization is here to stay and it is time that federal policy reflect that.”

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NORML

MAY 15, 2019

GOVERNMENT Policy Research CBD FDA Gottleib hempNORML has submitted written comments to the US Food and Drug Administration ahead of the agency’s scheduled hearing on the regulation CBD-infused products.

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NORML

APRIL 30, 2019

2019 Cannabis Caucus GOVERNMENT Medical Marijuana Policy Veterans Earl BlumenauerA poll commissioned by the American Legion showed that more than 1 in 5 veterans self-reported using marijuana to alleviate a medical or physical condition.

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NORML

JANUARY 14, 2019

The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns. ACTIVISM Advocacy Cannabis Caucus Citizen Lobbyists GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION Policy

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NORML

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

First off, I want to thank you for being an active member of the cannabis reform movement and I am proud to tell you that we have never been closer to ending the counterproductive and cruel policy of marijuana criminalization than we are right now.

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NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

“The banking issue is just one aspect of the failed policy of federal marijuana criminalization. The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns. Banking Business INDUSTRY Policy

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NORML

JANUARY 15, 2019

With this commitment, Congress has a clear mandate to take action and end the underlying policy of federal criminalization,” said NORML Political Director Justin Strekal. “In Advocacy Attorney General GOVERNMENT Legalization Policy SOCIETY

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NORML

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Senator Ron Wyden has introduced legislation in the Senate — The Marijuana Revenue and Regulation Act — to permit states to establish their own marijuana regulatory policies free from federal interference. “If we are truly going to move our nation towards sensible marijuana policies, the removal of marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act is paramount. Advocacy Cannabis Caucus GOVERNMENT Legalization LEGISLATION Policy

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NORML

JANUARY 10, 2019

2019 Advocacy Cannabis Caucus Citizen Lobbyists GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION PolicyThis week, Congressman Earl Blumenauer reserved HR 420 for his legislation, the Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act.

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NORML

JANUARY 24, 2019

GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION Policy Research SCIENCE VeteransRepresentatives Lou Correa (D-CA) and Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) have introduced legislation, HR 712 / S.

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NORML

MARCH 28, 2019

” “Ultimately, the banking issue is just one symptom of the toxic and cruel policy of federal marijuana criminalization. In order to truly bring the vibrant marijuana economy out of the shadows, actions need to be taken by Congress to end federal prohibition and the discrimination the comes with this failed policy.” The enactment of these policies have not negatively impacted workplace safety , crime rates , traffic safety , or youth use patterns.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

As the tentacles of the federal policy of cannabis prohibition run deep into nearly every sector of American public policy, a new voice emerged to call for clarity regarding state-legal cannabis marketplaces: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

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NORML

MARCH 19, 2019

“I would sum up our policy as ‘do the right thing’ Let’s create legal cannabis policy that acknowledges both science and reality,” Bacca says.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Now, seven years later, I’m delighted to see more and more politicians, not just on the West coast, stepping up to address marijuana policy reform and fighting to uphold the civil liberty of adults who enjoy smoking pot responsibly. ACTIVISM Advocacy Citizen Lobbyists Community Organizing LEGISLATION Policy SOCIETYIn 2012, I was proud to help fund and promote the passage of I-502 which legalized, taxed, and regulated marijuana in my home state of Washington.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Furthermore, a total of 33 states have enacted policies to establish a regulated medical cannabis program. In order to best support the states that have had the good judgment to license and regulate businesses to produce, manufacture, or distribute cannabis, it is critical to address this aspect of the failed policy of federal marijuana criminalization as part of any reform package moving forward. ACTIVISM Business INDUSTRY Policy SOCIETY

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NORML

MARCH 14, 2019

2019 Advocacy Cannabis Caucus Citizen Lobbyists GOVERNMENT LEGISLATION Policy VeteransIn the House, Representative Earl Blumenauer (D-OR), a founder and co-Chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus, has reintroduced H.R.

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