CRS previously detailed the financial problems that have arisen in state markets as a consequence of federal prohibition in a separate report. Analysts again discussed these conflicts in the new report, explaining how cannabis businesses have been largely cut off from the traditional financial sector even though limited guidance is in place for banks and […]
adults found that 69 percent support legalizing marijuana, 58 percent say alcohol is more harmful than cannabis and 91 percent believe the war on drugs has not been successful in reducing drug use. @GovAndyBeshear will.” It also tweeted, “It’s time we legalize medical cannabis and deliver for patients who deserve a chance at relief. Previously […]
The measure would direct the state Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services to provide relief to at least 20 percent of those who’ve completed their sentence for simple marijuana possession every year on April 20. Smokable products, as well as home cultivation of cannabis by patients or their caretakers, would be prohibited. Moore, the […]
The company noted that the House approved the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement Act earlier this month. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer last year. Now, Ben & Jerry’s and the ACLU are joining the chorus of voices saying that they’re tired of waiting, and urgent action is needed. Meanwhile, several Republican members of Congress introduced a […]
The Alabama Democratic Party tweeted, “Despite basically equal usage rates, Black people are almost 5x more likely than white people to be arrested for having a little bit of weed. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students for Sensible Drug Policy. …Read […]
DEA didn’t explicitly connect the dots between the legalization movement—which has provided adults 21 and older, as well as patients, with a regulated supply of cannabis in numerous states across the country—and the decline of Mexican-produced marijuana entering the U.S. Meanwhile, federal prosecutions over marijuana dropped again in 2021, with fewer than 1,000 people charged […]
The Credit Union National Association sent a letter urging House leaders to fight to include marijuana banking provisions in the final version of the America COMPETES Act. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students for Sensible Drug Policy. …Read the full story
A discussion draft of the Cannabis Administration & Opportunity Act was first unveiled last year, and advocates and stakeholders have been hanging on the leader’s words as they continue to push for an end to federal prohibition. “The federal cannabis ban is a senseless and failed relic that’s needlessly destroyed lives, stifled research and treated […]
It’s been about a year since an adult-use legalization bill was enacted into law, and regulators have spent months preparing for implementation. Meanwhile, regulators also advanced a rule last month to make it so people with prior marijuana convictions, or whose family members have been harmed by criminalization, will get the first round of adult-use […]
A federal judge ruled that Amazon did not violate New York City law by withdrawing job offers from warehouse position applicants who tested positive for marijuana. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students for Sensible Drug Policy. …Read the full story
That’s compared to 29 percent of Republican or Republican-leaning voters who said they felt the same. The poll did not ask about other reform options such as simple decriminalization, which may have garnered more bipartisan support from voters, especially given that there’s been some level of conflation with the terminology of the policy changes. In […]
The Botanist workers in Atlantic City and Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey agreed to join the United Food and Commercial Workers union. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students for Sensible Drug Policy. A 20-year veteran in the cannabis law reform movement, […]
adults found that 52 percent have tried marijuana, 66 percent of those say their experiences were positive and that 58 percent overall say that alcohol is more harmful than cannabis. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students for Sensible Drug Policy. …Read […]
Currently the Senate is led by Chuck Schumer who, along with Cory Booker and Ron Wyden, is committed to ending the failed war on drugs. In total, 98 percent of the population has access to some form of legalized cannabis because, at the state level, the fact that over two-thirds of the public favor full legalization […]
A study found that CBD “can prevent methylglyoxal-mediated cellular damage through enhancement of the neural glyoxalase pathway and extend the lifespan and survival of C. Oregon regulators are seeking to fine Curaleaf $200,000 over mislabeled products that resulted in consumers who thought they bought a CBD product ingesting THC. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and […]
Mast was one of just three GOP members who voted in favor of a Democratic-led bill to end prohibition and promote social equity in the cannabis industry that passed in the House last week. A military veteran who has championed various cannabis reform bills over his time in Congress, Mast is being recognized by his […]
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said it’s “extremely frustrating” that Congress has not passed a marijuana banking bill, and that her department supports getting it done through the America COMPETES Act or as a standalone. adults found that 60 percent support legalizing marijuana, 57 percent want to expunge prior convictions and 51 percent back cannabis banking, […]
Following the enactment of the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp has been excluded from the Controlled Substances Act’s definition of marijuana, making it so all parts of the plant Cannabis sativa L. “Accordingly, marihuana seed that has a delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol concentration of not more than 0.3 percent on a dry weight basis meets the definition of ‘hemp’ […]
This is a massive win for New Mexico, as this money will be distributed to state and local governments throughout the state.” It also tweeted, “Nearly 100 businesses owned by people of color have already been licensed for recreational cannabis. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law […]
The American Bankers Association tweeted, “ABA agrees with @WaTreasurer – the #SAFEBanking Act would solve the “urgent public safety matter” resulting from the conflict between state and federal law when it comes to banking cannabis. Previously he reported for Marijuana.com and MassRoots, and handled media relations and campaigns for Law Enforcement Against Prohibition and Students […]