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New Jersey: Medical Marijuana Expansion Measure Signed Into Law

NORML

Phil Murphy signed legislation into law today significantly amending and expanding the state’s medical cannabis access program. Assembly Bill 20 , The Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical Cannabis Act, institutes various changes to the program to better facilitate patients’ access to the substance.

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How Medical Marijuana May Help Reduce Opioid Use

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

As a part of the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act, Marijuana in Arizona can be used to treat: “A chronic or debilitating disease, medical condition or the treatment that causes: Cachexia or wasting syndrome. Severe and chronic pain. Severe nausea; Seizures, including those characteristic of epilepsy.

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Is weed legal in Alabama?

The Cannigma

Alabama law does not allow the consumption, possession, or cultivation of marijuana for recreational purposes, but has approved the establishment of a medical marijuana program in February 2021. Alabama medical cannabis program. The medical marijuana program in Alabama is limited, and not open. Possible penalties for cannabis.

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MCAB awaits chair appointment for final decision on recommended conditions

Illinois News Joint

During the last few months, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), in conjunction with the Medical Cannabis Advisory Board (MCAB), voted to add four new recommended conditions to list of qualifying debilitating condition for Illinois patients in the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program.

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Finding Hope: MMJ’s Impact on Maryland Communities

MMJ Recs

It has improved the quality of life for those dealing with chronic pain, nausea, seizures, and other medical conditions. MMJ is known for its efficacy in treating various medical issues, including chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and more. It oversees licensing, quality control, and patient access.

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Medical Cannabis Gains Support in Kentucky

MassRoots

House Bill 136 was overwhelmingly approved in a vote of 16 to one after committee members heard from constituents who suffer from health problems such as epilepsy and chronic pain. Program regulation and licensing would be the responsibility of the Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Control.

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A Patient’s Guide to Missouri’s Medical Marijuana Program

MMJ Recs

The passing of Amendment 2 in November 2018 paved the way for legal access to medical cannabis and the state’s medical marijuana program. However, prospective patients need to understand the ins and outs of the system and how to qualify for the Missouri Medical Marijuana (MMJ) program.