The issue of federal cannabis reform took another step forward this week with the introduction of a proposal in the House of Representatives that aims to legalize medical marijuana across the nation. Read article here: High Times
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Nevada Bill Would Allow Sick Pets To Use Medical Marijuana
A Nevada senator introduced a bill on Tuesday that would allow pets to use pot. A veterinarian would have to certify that the animal has an illness that might be alleviated by marijuana, but many are still concerned by the proposal. Read article here: High Times
SUNDAY: Gillibrand & Booker to Meet with NY, NJ Families About New Bipartisan Medical Marijuana Bill to Allow Patients to Access Necessary Care without Fear of Federal Prosecution
Five Local Families with Children & Loved Ones in Need of Treatment Will Join Senators to Discuss Landmark Proposal to Let States Legalize Medical Marijuana New York City – On Sunday, March 15, at 2:00 PM, Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) will join five New York and New Jersey families who would […]
Senators Introduce Bill To Legalize MMJ
Bipartisan legislation was introduced yesterday in the U.S. Senate proposing to change federal law such that states could regulate the medical use of marijuana without fear of prosecution. A somewhat unlikely team of Senators Rand Paul (R-Kentucky), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-New York), and Cory Booker (D-New Jersey) stood with parents and patients to discuss The CARERS […]
Rhode Island Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Legalize Cannabis Industry
Some predict Rhode Island could be the first state in America to legalize recreational marijuana by way of the state legislature. Earlier this week, lawmakers introduced abill that wouldrepeal prohibition across the state and establish operations for a taxed a… Read article here: High Times
Bill Maher Calls on Obama to Pardon Pot Prisoners
Bill Maher is calling for a nationwide pardon of all pot prisoners. On the February 20 episode ofReal Time with Bill Maher,the host challenged President Obama to release all those incarcerated for marijuana offenses. Read article here: High Times
Utah Medical Marijuana Bill Moving Forward
Bill Passes Senate Judiciary Committee, Heads to Senate Floor Next Week Statement from Ethan Nadelmann: "If medical marijuana can advance it Utah … it can advance anywhere in the U.S." Utah is the latest 'red' state to consider medical marijuana. Yesterday, Utah's Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill that would allow for the […]
Bill Clinton Apologizes for Mess of the U.S. Drug War
When any leader of the free world steps on to a stage to deliver a speech intended to inspire and enlighten, the last thing a crowd of bright-eyed spectators expect to hear is an admission of guilt. However, this is, reportedly, what a room full of students and world lead… Read article here: High Times
Tennessee: Statewide Decriminalization Bill Introduced
Lawmakers in Tennessee have taken steps to reform the state’s antiquated pot laws with the filing of a set of bills aimed at decriminalizing the possession and distribution of small amounts of marijuana.Earlier last week, Senator JeffYarbroand Repr… Read article here: High Times
New Mexico Ban the Box Bill To Help People With Felony Drug History Find Work
New Mexico residents with a drug felony on their record soon may not be required to divulge this information to potential employers. A piece of bi-partisan legislation was unanimously approved earlier this week by the Senate Public Affairs Committee that would eliminate t… Read article here: High Times