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Marijuana Legislation

The Fresh Toast Marijuana Legislative Roundup: March 5

The legislative battle for cannabis reform continues across the nation. In Denver, public cannabis consumption in a coffee shop got the go-ahead. Read about this and more in this week's marijuana legislative roundup.

Mistrial! What’s Next For The Church Of Cannabis?

The court case involving the City of Denver and the  International Church of Cannabis was expected to be a gripping — and groundbreaking — trial.

Is Legal Cannabis Really To Blame For Increase In Pedestrian Deaths?

About 6,000 pedestrians were killed in auto accidents in 2017, according to a study released this week, marking the second year in a row at fatality numbers not seen in 25 years.

Baton Rouge Is About To Decriminalize Marijuana

This week, the East Baton Rouge Metropolitan City Council voted 8-4 in favor of an ordinance to decriminalize marijuana in East Baton Rouge Parish, which includes the state capital of Baton Rouge.

Cannabis Products Will Surpass Craft Beer Sales In California

According to a new report, the cannabis industry will surpass the beer business in the state by early as next year.

Congressional Candidate Blows Smoke In Campaign Message, Literally

Democrat Benjamin Thomas Wolf, campaigning in the primary to carry the … er … torch for his party in the November election, isn’t hiding his pro-marijuana views.

NJ Fight For Recreational Marijuana Legalization Not Looking Good

A new survey out by NJ Cannabis Insider reveals that New Jersey's fight to decriminalize marijuana is looking like an uphill battle.

No Correlation Between Medical Marijuana And Increased Teen Use

Debunking a common argument against any legalization of marijuana, a new study finds teens don’t use more in states that allow its medical use.

Infographic: 3 Easy Steps For Obtaining A Medical Marijuana Card

Having a medical marijuana card could potentially save you from the accessibility hassle, and with Jeff Sessions targeting recreational cannabis for federal prosecution, possibly a few legal headaches as well.

$57 Billion! That’s How Ginormous Cannabis Biz Will Be In 2027

Global spending on legal cannabis will skyrocket to $57 billion by 2027, according to a report released this week by Arcview Market Research, in partnership with BDS Analytics. That's a lot of marijuana.

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