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Mississippi: Medical Cannabis Initiative Certified for 2020 Ballot

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A proposed measure legalizing medical cannabis access in Mississippi has qualified for the 2020 ballot. Mississippi’s Secretary of State’s Office notified lawmakers on Tuesday that petitioners, Mississippians for Compassionate Care , had gathered a sufficient number of signatures to place Measure 65 before voters this November.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 5/24/19

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Legislation that would have significantly expanded patient access to medical cannabis in Rhode Island was held in a senate committee for further study, ultimately killing the bill. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 236, to allow qualifying patients with certain debilitating conditions to use and safely access medical cannabis.

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West Virginia’s Medical Marijuana Access: Where to Start

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West Virginia’s medical marijuana program was established to provide patients with qualifying medical conditions access to medical cannabis as an alternative treatment option. The program was enacted into law in April 2017 with the passage of the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act.

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Colorado Just Passed New Law to Expand Medical Marijuana Access in Schools

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Colorado Governor Jared Polis just signed a bill that will make it easier for students to access medical cannabis while in school. . Under current state law, any individual school or school district can prohibit their students from using or storing medical marijuana on school grounds. View original article.

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Louisiana Expands State Medical Marijuana Program

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The state’s medical marijuana program has been criticized for being too limited and too restrictive since the program was established in 2016, but the three laws that went into effect on Saturday aim to improve the situation. Home cultivation remains illegal for the more than 4,000 registered medical marijuana patients. House Bill 418.

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The Complete Guide To How To Access MMJ In California

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With a progressive stance towards cannabis use, the Golden State has established a comprehensive framework for those seeking access to medical marijuana. Wondering how to access MMJ in California? Common qualifying conditions include cancer, HIV/AIDS, chronic pain, and epilepsy, among others (see below for a full list).

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Finding Hope: MMJ’s Impact on Maryland Communities

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By legalizing MMJ, the state has facilitated access to a natural and potentially life-changing treatment option for patients suffering from various medical conditions. MMJ is known for its efficacy in treating various medical issues, including chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and more.