Illinois officials say they’ve expunged 500,000 cannabis convictions
Gov. J.B. Pritzker pardoned 9,210 low-level marijuana convictions. Illinois police erased 492,000 others. The post Illinois officials say they’ve expunged 500,000 cannabis […]
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New Jersey adult-use marijuana bill awaits governor’s signature
NJ tightened up its legal weed roll out with distribution decriminalization measures and tax reallocation to neglected communities. In November, New Jersey […]
How a 6-foot-8 steel-town mayor became 2020’s unlikely legalization rock star
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman makes no apologies for his outspoken views—or his marijuana flag. The post How a 6-foot-8 steel-town mayor […]
South Dakota cops using taxpayer money in longshot bid to kill marijuana legalization
South Dakotans overwhelmingly approved legalization measures on Nov. 3. But the head of the state police is trying to undermine the vote. […]
Nebraska advocates aim for a marijuana legalization twofer in 2022
Foiled in their bid to legalize in 2020, advocates up the ante and go for both medical and adult-use measures in 2022. […]
History made: US House of Representatives votes to end federal marijuana prohibition
The MORE Act now goes to the Senate, where it’s expected to be blocked by majority leader Mitch McConnell. The post History […]
Arizona prosecutors drop thousands of marijuana charges as legalization takes effect
Nearly 6,000 cases are expected to be dropped in Maricopa County alone. The post Arizona prosecutors drop thousands of marijuana charges as […]
Spark up! It’s legal to smoke weed in Arizona starting today
State officials certified the election results this morning. That means it’s now legal to possess and enjoy marijuana in Arizona. The post […]
Historic Congressional vote to legalize marijuana is expected later this week
After delaying until after the election, Democrats are bringing the MORE Act to the floor. The post Historic Congressional vote to legalize […]
Key details in New Jersey’s marijuana law could be decided this weekend
Want to grow cannabis at home? Call your state legislator about it today—or it might be too late. The post Key details […]