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On Decriminalizing Magic Mushrooms: The Psychedelic Constituency and Its Challenges

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In February 2018, I heard about a group that wanted to decriminalize psychoactive mushrooms in Denver, but didn’t know much about it. Matthews’ team, the Decriminalize Denver campaign, went out into the Denver winter to collect the signatures necessary (4,726) to get the initiative on the ballot, which were approved in January.

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Louisiana Cannabis Decriminalization Bill Takes Effect Aug. 1

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A bill to decriminalize. RELATED: Louisiana Gov.John Bel Edwards Signs Cannabis Decriminalization Bill Into Law. several other states that have implemented decriminalization bills, and made. history by becoming one of few Southern states to pass similar legislation, Lafourche. View original article. convictions.

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Federal vs. State Approaches to Cannabis: Recent DEA Data Shows Increase In Enforcement While States Move Toward Decriminalization and Legalization

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billion respectively, according to a recent Forbes article. The history of the law surrounding this subject may offer insight. In 2020 alone, legal sales of marijuana in the US bought in a record $17.5 billion, with states like Colorado and Oregon bringing in over $2.2 On the federal level, however, enforcement efforts persist.

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India: Bar & Bench Article: Is it time to decriminalise Cannabis use in India?

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Further, while enacting the NDPS Act, Parliament did not take into consideration the positive effects of cannabis on human health and the history of use of cannabis in India, the petition stated. The matter is listed next for March 23, 2022. New cases of HIV among people who use drugs reduced significantly.

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The Evolution of Medical Marijuana: From Stigma to Acceptance in Ohio

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This article explores the history of medical marijuana in Ohio, analyzes the changing attitudes and acceptance, and delves into the impact of stigma on its journey to legalization. Medical Marijuana Legalization in Ohio The legalization of medical marijuana in Ohio represents a watershed moment in the state’s history.

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Jack Herer Seeds, Types and Their Legendary History – Higher Mentality

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In this article, we will focus on its features, effects and its rich history. He was an American cannabis rights activist and author whose books are frequently cited in the efforts to legalize and decriminalize marijuana. Ancestry and history. View original article. Jack Herer seeds- denafem.org.

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Researchers Concerned About Whitewashing of Psychedelic-Assisted Mental Health Research

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A new article published in Drugs: Education, Prevention and Policy discusses the importance, and challenges, of racial equity within the resurgent field of psychedelic-assisted mental health treatment. Madison Natarajan, MS. – August 5, 2021.