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These Patient Advocacy Groups Are Working Together to Expand the Scope of Cannabis Research

Veriheal

Cannabis Advocacy With a Digital Twist. Much like RoC, patient advocacy is at the forefront of Veriheal’s work, which includes connecting patients with medical marijuana (MMJ) doctors, collecting patient data to improve future treatment, and battling harmful cannabis stigmas with education.

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Pennsylvania: Marijuana possession arrests decline statewide

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Pennsylvania began offering registration for the medical cannabis program in 2017. Those who face arrest or even summary offenses for possession are often made to undergo questionable and expensive drug treatment programs to avoid further prosecution. Most recently, in January, Norristown joined the list.

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Legal Rights: MMJ Patient Advocacy in Missouri

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We’re exploring the legal rights of MMJ patients in Missouri, the significance of advocating for their interests, legal protections available, the state’s medical cannabis regulations, the role of MMJ patient advocacy groups, and the success stories that highlight the impact of advocacy efforts.

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Congressional Cannabis Caucus Co-Chairs Announced

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Joyce becomes the first leader in the Caucus to come from a state that has yet to pass an adult-use regulatory program. The federal government’s interference in this arena has stifled important medical research, interfered with doctors and patients making treatment decisions and harmed state-legal businesses.

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Bipartisan Bill To Protect Employment Rights

NORML

Enacted in 1986, the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program made it a condition for employment that all civilian employees at executive branch agencies be prohibited from using federally illegal substances on or off duty. Click here to send a message to your member of Congress and urge them to support this effort.

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How Kevin Durant Ended the NBA’s Cannabis Ban

Veriheal

All-star basketball player Kevin Durant recently scored a historic victory for cannabis advocacy. First-time offenders who tested positive for the drug were obligated to enter the basketball league’s substance-use treatment and counseling program. Can NBA Players Smoke Weed?

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How Medical Marijuana Helps With Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

MMJ Recs

Traditional treatments, while helpful to some extent, often come with limitations and side effects that can further burden individuals already dealing with a debilitating disease. Medical marijuana has emerged as a promising alternative treatment option for managing symptoms associated with MS.

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