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Marijuana Legislation

AG Nominee William Barr Announces Intention To Respect State Marijuana Laws

As Attorney General, William Barr would essentially revive the Cole Memo and take a ‘hands-off’ approach to those states that have legalized marijuana.

How Gov. Andrew Cuomo Might Legalize Marijuana In New York

There's a certain degree of uncertainty surrounding the implementation of such a deal, like how will it be taxed, who will get the money, and can lawmakers come to terms enough to ensure its passage?

Scientists And Experts Say Anti-Marijuana Book Misunderstood Their Research

The scientists behind the research which forms Alex Berenson’s negative marijuana conclusions in the book have all emerged to state one thing—Berenson misinterpreted the research.

How To: 5 Tips On Getting The Best Buds For The Buck

Expert growers are creating a new market for the cannabis aficionado with a more refined palette. How do weed tastings fit in?

Citing Pressure From Nearby States, Rhode Island Gov. Proposes Full Marijuana Legalization

Rhode Island stands to generate more than $14 million in gross revenue from legal weed, but high-ranking lawmakers aren't as enthusiastic as the state's governor.

Kentucky GOP Lawmaker Chose Marijuana Over Opiates To Battle Cancer

State Sen. Dan Neum, amidst support for marijuana legalization, told local reporters this week he used medical marijuana instead of opiates after he was diagnosed with colon cancer seven years ago.

Cannabis Bills Filed In Missouri And Texas

The 2019 Legislative session for the state of Texas is about to start, and when it does, 12 bills among the pre-filed selections will focus on marijuana legalization for medical use.

New 420 Bill Would Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol

The bill is designed to eliminate marijuana from the confines of the Controlled Substances Act and allow it to be taxed and regulated like alcohol.

Minorities Accounted For 90% Of New York Marijuana Arrests In 2018

The de Blasio administration addressed the figures in a statement, admitting more need to be done to address criminal justice reform.

Kamala Harris Now Supports Marijuana Legalization And Ending War On Drugs

In her new book 'The Truths We Hold,' Sen. Kamala Harris demonstrates a policy evolution on cannabis amidst rumors of a 2020 presidential bid.

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