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Guam Legalizes Marijuana Use By Adults

NORML

Lou Leon Guerrero signed legislation today legalizing the personal possession of marijuana by adults, and establishing regulations governing the plant’s commercial production and retail sale. ” Public consumption of cannabis will remain a violation of law. Democratic Gov. ” The Cannabis Industry Act ( Bill No.

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NORML’s Statement Regarding the Designation of Medical Cannabis Dispensaries as “Essential Services”

NORML

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is issuing the following statements regarding the continued operation of medical cannabis dispensaries during the COVID crisis. ” NORML has previously provided guidelines for safe and best practices regarding cannabis consumption during this time.

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NYC’s Rooftop Cannabis Cultivation, NM’s First Consumption Lounge, & NJ’s Recreational Market Launch

Veriheal

New York City’s mayor has a bold plan to kick start cannabis cultivation, New Mexico got its first cannabis consumption lounge, and New Jersey finally opened its recreational cannabis market. There isn’t much more to say, marijuana is illegal in public housing,” said NYCHA spokesperson Olga Alvarez.

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Cities Across Michigan Ban Legal Marijuana Sales

NORML

Since the passage of Proposition 1 , officially known as the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act , which legalized the sale, possession, consumption and cultivation of marijuana for adults 21 and up last November, members of Michigan NORML have encountered a new challenge: municipal opt-out.

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Nevada Approves Cannabis Consumption Lounges

Veriheal

At one time, there was a sign coming into Las Vegas that read, “Don’t gamble with marijuana.” ” Nevada, aka the Silver State, just announced a silver lining to cannabis consumption: Las Vegas will allow cannabis lounges. Even then, consumption rules can prohibit you from legally enjoying a legal substance.

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Virginia, Marijuana, and How Medical Legalization May Unfold in the South

NORML

Virginia has been one of the most reluctant states to consider marijuana law reform, though it recently began allowing some forms of cannabis oil for approved patients. So, it shouldn’t be a huge surprise that Virginia didn’t launch a medical marijuana program until 2015, nearly two decades after California.

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State Agency Envisions Cannabis Cultivation Boosting Job Growth in Alaska

Veriheal

Who would have thought that cannabis cultivation could be Alaska’s biggest earner? Over the course of the next eight years, marijuana cultivation is set to soar to new heights. Based on the latest employment trend report issued by Alaska’s labor department, marijuana cultivation will experience the most tremendous growth.