NORML

MARCH 31, 2021

The post New York: Governor Cuomo Signs Marijuana Legalization Legislation into Law appeared first on NORML. The provisions specific to the personal possession of marijuana took effect upon signing.

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NORML

JULY 23, 2021

The post Study: Marijuana Legalization Laws Don’t Undermine Tobacco Smoking Prevention Efforts appeared first on NORML. Researchers concluded, "We see no evidence that liberalized cannabis policies are directly associated with increased smoking behaviors among young adults.".

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NORML

APRIL 12, 2021

The post New Mexico: Governor Signs Marijuana Legalization, Automatic Expungement Measures into Law appeared first on NORML. “New Mexico joins an ever-growing list of states that have realized the failures of marijuana prohibition and the harms it brings to their communities and citizens.".

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NORML

MAY 26, 2021

The new law will take effect once regulations are established, in which regulators have until March 1, 2022. The post Minnesota: Governor Signs Legislation into Law to Legalize Medical Marijuana Flower appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

JULY 8, 2021

Just over 1,000 people were sentenced federally in 2020 for violating marijuana trafficking laws. That’s down 67 percent since 2016, and over 80 percent since 2012 – when Colorado and Washington became the first two states to legalize and regulate the adult-use marijuana market.

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NORML

APRIL 27, 2022

The study's authors reported: “Current cannabis users in recreational and medical only cannabis states were significantly less likely to report driving within three hours of getting high in the past 30 days, compared to current users living in states without legal cannabis.".

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NORML

MARCH 10, 2021

The Senate voted 20 to 5 to advance Senate Bill 767, which would legalize and regulate the commercial marijuana market in the state. The post Hawaii: Senate Lawmakers Approve Measures to Legalize Marijuana Sales, Expand Decriminalization Law appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

"The present study provides empirical evidence on the consequences of marijuana legalization on issues related to the labor market outcomes, in particular, WC [workers' compensation] claiming of older adults. … Our findings suggest potentially important benefits to older workers and society at large.".

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NORML

AUGUST 14, 2020

"Taken as a whole, these studies suggest that marijuana legalization has not had much overall effect on marijuana use by children and adolescents, at least during the past two decades.". The post States’ Legalization Laws Have Had “Little Effect on Marijuana Prevalence Among Adolescents” appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

APRIL 28, 2021

The post Montana Lawmakers Approve Legislation to Amend Voter-Approved Marijuana Legalization Law appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

“[T]he implementation of medical marijuana laws (MMLs) and recreational marijuana laws (RMLs) reduced morphine milligram equivalents per enrollee by seven percent and 13 percent, respectively.”. The post Study: Enactment of Marijuana Legalization Laws Associated with Reductions in Opioid Prescribing Patterns appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

DECEMBER 4, 2023

With just days to go before Ohio’s voter-approved marijuana legalization measure becomes law, GOP lawmakers… The post Ohio Legislature Attempting to Gut Legalization Initiative Days Before Implementation of Key Provisions appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

"Ohioans have seen similar legalization laws adopted in neighboring states and they know that regulating the cannabis market is preferable to the failed policy of prohibition.” The post Ohio: Ballot Initiative Legalizing Marijuana for Adults Favored in Multiple Polls appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

MARCH 3, 2021

The post DEA Report: Marijuana Seizures at Southern Border Have Fallen Significantly Following Passage of Statewide Legalization Laws appeared first on NORML. CBP marijuana seizures along the SWB have decreased more than 81 percent since 2013,".

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Americans for Safe Access

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

On February 2, 2022, Governor Tate Reeves chose to sign SB 2095 into law, making Mississippi the 37th state to adopt medical cannabis laws. The adoption of these laws is the conclusion of a year-long struggle for the future of cannabis in Mississippi. . ASA strongly opposes both of these provisions.

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NORML

JUNE 28, 2023

As of this Saturday, July 1st, those age 21 or older may begin legally growing personal use quantities of cannabis at home. The post Connecticut: Law Change Permitting Adults to Home Cultivate Cannabis Takes Effect on Saturday appeared first on NORML.

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NORML

JULY 1, 2022

Today, marks the one year anniversary of legalization in Virginia, and multiple changes to marijuana laws will take effect. . The post Virginia: Changes to Marijuana Laws Take Effect July 1 appeared first on NORML.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

The final bill locks in legal reforms to make sure young people and people of color aren't targeted by local cops. The post New Jersey governor signs cannabis legalization into law, finally appeared first on Leafly.

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NORML

OCTOBER 18, 2023

"Ohioans have seen similar legalization laws adopted in neighboring states and they know that regulating the cannabis market is preferable to the failed policy of prohibition.” The post Ohio: Latest Poll Finds Strong Support Among Voters for Marijuana Legalization Ballot Measure appeared first on NORML.

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Leafly

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

The post Here’s what’s legal under New Jersey’s updated marijuana laws appeared first on Leafly. The state's first adult-use stores could be open as early as Labor Day weekend.

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NORML

MARCH 15, 2023

The Act provides for the automatic review and expungement of any convictions or citations specific to marijuana-related offenses that have subsequently been decriminalized or legalized in the District of Columbia. The post District of Columbia: Marijuana Expungement Bill Enacted Into Law appeared first on NORML.

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The Cannigma

JUNE 2, 2021

Medical: Legal Recreational: Largely decriminalized. Medical cannabis has been legal in Germany since 2017 when the parliament voted unanimously to legalize it and require public health insurers to cover treatment. The country’s largest party, the Christian Demorcatic Union, remains opposed to legalization. Shutterstock).

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Ganjapreneur report Rhode Island’s top judicial official has released new guidance on expunging marijuana records under a legalization law that was enacted last year.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 12, 2022

A new lawsuit in Georgia seeks a court order declaring that a chemical related to the main intoxicating ingredient in pot is legal under state law. The suit says the district attorney has interpreted “hemp” and “hemp products” incorrectly under state law.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The landscape of medical marijuana laws in the United States is complex and continually evolving. With federal and state regulations, varying laws by state, and ongoing updates, it’s crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of this ever-changing field. Arkansas : Arkansas has legalized MMJ for qualifying conditions.

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Leafly

MAY 2, 2022

Lindsay Ridgell fought for 3 years to clear her name after being reported to CPS for a single cannabis test—in a legal state. Similar laws still trap parents in 23 states. The post The parent trap: How old drug laws punish families in legal cannabis states appeared first on Leafly.

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Leafly

MARCH 4, 2022

His likely successor favors legalizing for all adults. The post Costa Rica just legalized medical marijuana. Here’s what the new law allows appeared first on Leafly. The outgoing president allowed medical.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Despite the pandemic of 2020 disrupting the economy, cannabis advocates still pushed for the legalization and decriminalization of marijuana in their state. The post New Cannabis Laws Changing For Upcoming Legalizing States first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. 2020 has shown … Read More.

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Leafly

JANUARY 4, 2024

A half dozen states could pass legalization laws this year. The post Which states will legalize marijuana in 2024? Get the details here! appeared first on Leafly.

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Cannabis Life Network

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Ireland is the latest European country to take a step closer to cannabis legalization. Introduced by a People Before Profit Party member, the bill would legalize cannabis possession for adults over 18. The bill says possessing up to seven grams “shall be lawful,” despite no commercial market. Right now, […].

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The Cannigma

MAY 20, 2021

Medical: Legal Recreational: Decriminalized (expected to be legal imminently) . Mexican lawmakers in March, 2021 approved a law to legalize recreational cannabis, and some analysts believe the country could become the world’s largest cannabis market. What does Mexico’s cannabis legalization bill allow?

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Bermuda’s Royal Gazette reports… Legislation to lay the framework for legal cannabis in Bermuda was yesterday tabled in the House of Assembly. The post Bermuda: Legal cannabis law tabled in House of Assembly first appeared on Cannabis Law Report. Kathy Lynn Simmons, … Read More.

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Medical Marijuana Pages

JULY 8, 2024

Arizona’s New Medical Marijuana Law Be Informed, recently passed a significant piece of legislation. This bill, signed into law by Governor Doug Ducey, aims to enhance the regulation and oversight of medical marijuana. Senate Bill 1494, which brings about notable changes to the state’s medical marijuana program.

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Leafly

APRIL 26, 2022

The laws are murky. The post Is it legal to fly with marijuana? Here are the laws you need to know appeared first on Leafly. You accidentally left a gram or two in your pocket. What will happen on your way through security?

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Eric Rech of Marijuana for Minnesota on legal challenge to state law – CBS Minnesota Watch CBS News Some people think a constitutional amendment allows. Read More

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

JUNE 9, 2023

var mantis = mantis || []; mantis.push(['display', 'load', { property: '5bbb53a2bcafb20075d8dc64' }]); All of the effects of the complex 320-page law legalizing marijuana in Minnesota will likely take years to…

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Medical Marijuana Pages

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Florida’s Marijuana Legalization A Historic Ballot Initiative. Voters are gearing up for a significant decision in the upcoming 2024 ballot that could reshape the state’s marijuana laws. If passed, this initiative would legalize recreational cannabis for adults aged 21 and older.

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