Politics

New York becomes 17th state to legalize marijuana: Weed is legal in NY starting today

Cannabis is legal in New York today. Yes, today. The law takes effect immediately. The post New York becomes 17th…

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State Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried Pushes Florida On Further Cannabis Reform

A longtime proponent of cannabis legalization, Nikki Fried is a rising star in Florida's political sphere.

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This plumber was sentenced to 12 years for growing marijuana in a legal state. How is that possible?

Outdated drug war laws and a secondary offense led to Thomas Laverty's outrageous sentence. The post This plumber was sentenced…

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Virginia gets real on legalization, aims to move up start date to 2021

There's no reason to wait three years, and Gov. Northam is ready to move ahead. The post Virginia gets real…

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How weed activists are taking action in the Mexican legalization movement

#PlanTÓN420 is occupying space in front of the Mexican Senate building as a means to fight for their rights to…

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Democrats Blast Biden Administration’s Employment Policy On Cannabis

Thirty Democratic lawmakers have signed a letter urging President Biden to clarify the White House' policy on past cannabis use.

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New York lawmakers reach historic deal on a marijuana legalization bill

With homegrow, social equity, delivery, and lounges, the legalization bill could pass next week. The post New York lawmakers reach…

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U.S. Senator Introduces Bipartisan Insurance Bill, CLAIM Act, for Cannabis Businesses

Senator Bob Menendez has introduced a bill that would give cannabis businesses access to insurance coverage.

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Montana’s legalization plan: Homegrow bans, THC caps, 20% taxes. Yay?

The red-state vision for legal cannabis faces criticism. The post Montana’s legalization plan: Homegrow bans, THC caps, 20% taxes. Yay?…

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Mexican lawmakers advance bill to legalize recreational cannabis

Mexico lawmakers aim to legalize one ounce for personal use and license cultivators. The post Mexican lawmakers advance bill to…

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