Cannabis Legalization

'Real-Life American Hero' And Veteran Can't Get His Medicine As Alabama Medical Cannabis Legal Saga Continues, Activists Say Enough Already
Kamala Harris' U-Turn On Cannabis: Here's Where She Stands On Weed Legalization Now
Biden Blasts Trump At NAACP Convention, Touts Dems Cannabis Reforms As Race Tightens
Kamala Harris' U-Turn On Cannabis: Here's Where She Stands On Weed Legalization Now
Biden Blasts Trump At NAACP Convention, Touts Dems Cannabis Reforms As Race Tightens
Leaked Documents: Czech Republic Plans To Set Up Legal Recreational Cannabis Market
First Cannabis Club In Germany Opens, Lawmaker Says It Will Stem Illicit Marker, Cops Say The Opposite

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Delaware's Fast-Track Marijuana Bill Heads To Governor, No Psilocybin Therapy For California Vets And First Responders & More Cannabis Updates
The members of the Delaware Senate gave the green light to a measure that seeks to kick off recreational cannabis sales in medical marijuana dispensaries that already operate. The measure previously advanced through the Delaware House of Representatives, and is now heading to Governor John Carney for a review, reported Marijuana Moment.
Organigram Supports Cannabis In Germany With $15M Initial Investment In This Berlin Marijuana Co.
Organigram Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI) announced on Tuesday a strategic investment aimed at expanding its presence within the burgeoning European cannabis market. The Toronto-based company will utilize proceeds from its Jupiter strategic investment pool and invest €14 million ($15 million) initially. The sum includes €11.5 million via an unsecured convertible note and €2.5 million to purchase equity interests from existing Sanity Group founders and shareholders providing Organigram with a minority stake in Berlin-based cannabis company Sanity Group GmbH. Concurrent with the investment, Organigram and Sanity Group have entered into a new supply agreement to include significantly higher volumes and the intention to work together on the commercialization of Organigram's brands and intellectual property in Germany.
Why Descheduling – Not Just Rescheduling – Cannabis Could Swing The 2024 Election
The Biden administration’s recent move to reschedule cannabis is a step in the right direction but doesn’t go far enough.
DeSantis Faces Backlash Over Email Blast To 2M People Including Medical Marijuana Patients Who Cite Privacy Concerns, Misuse Of Information
Personal injury lawyer John Morgan, who led the state's 2016 medical marijuana effort, questioned whether the email violated federal laws on the release of medical information. He also pointed out the potential for political misuse of the email list, especially in the context of promoting recreational marijuana in the upcoming November election. "That would be the greatest list they could ever have for this election," Morgan said, referring to the upcoming the ballot measure to legalize cannabis.
Legal Weed Is Now Available In Many Parts Of The Netherlands As Government Cannabis Trial Enters Next Stage
The cannabis experimental trial program in The Netherlands, which was met with controversy from some politicians, just got expanded to eight new cities countrywide. Initially launched last year in the municipalities of Tilburg and Breda the country's four-year cannabis experiment has entered its next stage. The expansion allowed for cannabis cafes, or "coffeeshops" in Groningen, Zaanstad, Almere, Arnhem, Nijmegen, Voorne aan Zee, Heerlen and Maastricht to sell marijuana and hashish produced by licensed growers.
New Hampshire Could Legalize Cannabis In 2026 Under Amended Marijuana Bill Up For A Final Vote
Cannabis legalization could take place in New Hampshire in 2026. That is, if a measure around which House and Senate negotiators agreed on Thursday gets approval from policymakers in both state Senate and House as well as Governor Chris Sununu (R).Following changes, House Bill 1633 is more in line with Gov. Sununu's requirements. 
How Can Cops Tell The Difference Between Marijuana And Hemp? Feds' New Techniques Simplify The Process
This article was originally published on Cannabis.net and appears here with permission.
As Federal Marijuana Reclassification Is Poised To Take Effect, These States Focus On Cannabis Reform
In Massachusetts, the eliminated rule under which all marijuana deliveries are to be handled by two drivers is still enforced, according to CommonWealth Beacon's Bhaamati Borkhetaria.Last week, a measure that seeks to put an end to federal marijuana enforcement in legal states - the Strengthening the Tenth Amendment Through Entrusting States (STATES) 2.0 Act – got an endorsement from The Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) and the Oregon Coalition of Police and Sheriffs (ORCOPs), reported Marijuana Moment.New Hampshire Senators gave the green light to a marijuana legalization measure on Thursday, following an initial floor vote earlier this month. The approval followed some major changes to the measure that now heads to the state's House of Representatives for concurrence on recent amendments, reported Marijuana Moment.Meanwhile, Senators in Louisiana approved the amended version of HB 165. The measure from state Rep. Delisha Boyd (D- New Orleans) seeks to decriminalize marijuana and the use of drug paraphernalia, reported KTVE.
Is White House Drug Czar Overstating The Impact Of Marijuana Rescheduling? Recent Statements Indicate He Is
The White House drug czar seems to be overemphasizing the impacts of the Biden administration's decision to reschedule marijuana, followed by the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Attorney General Merrick Garland formally initiating the rescheduling process with the submission of a legal review.That's according to Marijuana Moment's Kyle Jaeger, who highlighted that's the "second time in the past week" Rahul Gupta, director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), overstated the implications of the cannabis reform, by "suggesting it would address the "racial disparity" in cannabis enforcement."
69% Of Voters, Including Majority Of Republicans, Support Marijuana Legalization: Did You Catch That, Biden And Trump?
While Biden steps up his cannabis rescheduling game, which by the way is an unfulfilled 2020 campaign promise, he's still shying away from full legalization. Trump has been known to call for the death penalty for drug dealers.
What Schedule III Really Means For Cannabis Industry And Consumers, Congressional Experts Explain
What are the legal consequences of rescheduling cannabis to Schedule III in the Controlled Substances Act (CSA)?Now that President Joe Biden has announced that his administration is officially moving to reschedule marijuana under federal law, followed by the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Attorney General Merrick Garland formally initiating the rescheduling process with the submission of a legal review, let's take a look at what Congressional Research Service's experts said in their recent report.Even though cannabis companies and legalization advocates overwhelmingly welcomed cannabis reform efforts "moving marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, without other legal changes, would not bring the state-legal medical or recreational marijuana industry into compliance with federal controlled substances law," according to a report published on May 1.
Biden Announces 'Monumental' Marijuana Rescheduling, DOJ To Take Next Steps
Biden announces plan to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III, reversing inequities and removing barriers for Americans. Cannabis stocks rise.
Fact Check: Is Marijuana Legalization Hurting Teen Mental Health?
This article was originally published on Leafly.com and appears here with permission.
Those Who Have Tried And Had Mostly Positive Experiences With Marijuana Or Psychedelics More Likely To Support Legalization, New Survey
GOP Gubernatorial Candidate In Indiana Says Cannabis Legalization Is 'Inevitable,' Local NYC Pols Are Against Licensed Pot Shops And More Reg Updates
Local authorities in central Queens, New York City, don't want any new licensed cannabis shops until illegal ones are eradicated. Sherry Algredo, chairwoman of Community Board 9 covering Kew Gardens, Richmond Hill, Ozone Park and Woodhaven, reached out to state regulators to address the issue. In New Jersey, recreational cannabis revenues topped $201 million in the first quarter of 2024, coming from 130 dispensaries and representing a 38% year-over-year increase,A Democratic lawmaker in Indiana said the state lawmakers should reevaluate its stance on marijuana legalization following the recent Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) decision to reclassify cannabis under federal law.
Deterrence Or Free Will? This Texas City To Vote Against Weed Decriminalization Following Opposition From Gov. Abbott And AG Paxton
Residents of Lubbock, West Texas' largest city with 264,000 residents, said no to a measure to decriminalize local low-level marijuana offenses. Saturday's election day saw Lubbockites voting on a 65–35 margin, failing to make Lubbock yet another city in the Lone Star State to enact marijuana policy reform. Adam Hernandez, the Lubbock decriminalization campaign director, attributed the election defeat to low voter turnout."We worked hard on it, we had a lot of volunteers," Hernandez told The Texas Tribune. "We just weren't able to get the voter turnout high enough."Going forward the focus will be on "voter education and voter turnout," he added. The movement was spearheaded by Lubbock Compact, a local advocacy group, which launched the initiative to end some low-level pot arrests after the proposal was previously killed by the City Council.
EXCLUSIVE: 'Cannabis Is Just Getting Started,' Says This Top Stock Expert Who Knows How To Capitalize On Swing Trades
"Cannabis is just getting started and there's going to be a lot of companies getting ready to take advantage of this massive growth cycle, government reform, news states, opening new opportunities and one day, interstate commerce." That's according to Benzinga's cannabis stock expert, Michael Berger, who is on a mission to uncover the most promising marijuana stocks poised for growth, even in a dull market.
CBD of Denver Reports YoY Increase In 2023 Gross Profit, Reduces Loss As It Continues To Expand Internationally
CBD of Denver, Inc. has filed its financial results for the year ended Dec. 31, 2023.The Colorado-based cannabis company said total current assets increased to $117,218 in 2023, up from $28,043 in 2022. Gross profit for the year totaled $595,417, representing a significant recovery from a gross loss of $284,734 in the prior year, due to a 27% increase in sales and a reduction in cost of goods sold. Net income before provision for income tax showed improvement with a loss of $377,729 in 2023, compared to a loss of $3,257,710 in 2022. CBD of Denver attributed it to the company's efforts to enhance operational efficiency and improve cost management.
How Cannabis Laws Impact Immigration: New Study Links State Legalization To Less Deportations
Discover research revealing the impact of cannabis legalization on immigration enforcement. Learn how laws shape deportation rates. Read now!
Kim Kardashian And VP Harris Discuss Cannabis Justice Reform And 'Second Chances' At The White House
Continuing her commitment to criminal justice reform, businesswoman and celeb Kim Kardashian met with Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss new strategies for address
Marijuana Reform On Fast Track In These States As Sen. Schumer Stresses The Need For A Bipartisan Effort
A measure that advanced through Delaware House and seeks to put into effect a law under which banks doing business with licensed marijuana businesses would be protected got the green light at the state Senate committee this week.On a federal level, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) listed a bipartisan marijuana banking bill as a priority in his chamber.Meanwhile, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has until May 7 to weigh in on a bill that seeks to further regulate and license the purchase of hemp products to those 21 and older. in Louisiana, state House committee members gave the green light to a measure that would set up a regulatory framework for marijuana legalization.
[Video] North Carolina Senator's Viral Campaign Ad Highlights Racial Injustice In Cannabis Laws, Ignites Legalization Debate
Explore how North Carolina Senator Meyer uses a viral ad to push for cannabis legalization and address racial disparities in enforcement.
Biden Champions Cannabis Reform And Pardon As Election Pressure Mounts, Marijuana Takes Center Stage