Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Marijuana Legislation

Japan Considers Legalizing Medical Marijuana, Criminalizing Recreational Use

Could Japan be the next country in Asia to embrace medical marijuana? It's looking that way.

New York Office Of Cannabis Management Asks TikTok To Allow Educational Weed Ads

The OCM has asked the social media company “to end its ban on advertising that involves the word 'cannabis'."

Cannabis Legalization On Hold In Indiana

Lawmakers agreed that more research on the potential health benefits and decriminalization of THC products is needed.

Rhode Island Legalizes Cannabis

The law calls for retail sales beginning Dec. 1, but it will be a while before most of the shops are open.

Delaware Gov. Vetoes Marijuana Legalization Bill Despite Passing Both Houses

For years, Gov. Carney has not wavered in his position against marijuana legalization, though he showed sympathy for those who benefitted from it.

Federal Arrests For Marijuana Have Declined As More States Legalize It

Cannabis busts dropped an average of 11% each year since 2010 when the DEA made 8,215 arrests.

What Early Primary Victories Are Telling Us About Possible Cannabis Reform

Here are some noteworthy highlights from states that have already decided their primary elections, and how they may affect the future of cannabis.

Delaware Rejects Cannabis Legalization Bill Despite Majority

The Delaware House of Representatives spurned a bill to legalize and regulate marijuana sales on Thursday.

This Connecticut Senator Voted Against Marijuana Legalization — Here’s Why

As Connecticut's adult-use cannabis industry moves closer to launching, it seems that more work needs to be done to achieve social equity.

US Army Veteran With Cancer Begs Kansas Senate To Legalize Medical Cannabis As He Is ‘Running Out Of Time’

Without accessibility to medical marijuana, many patients in the state are struggling, some from terminal diseases, such as cancer.

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