Gov. Pat Quinn today signed a bill legalizing the use of marijuana for medical purposes in Illinois that supporters say is the strictest in the nation. Jim Champion, a military veteran from Somonauk who suffers from multiple sclerosis, joined the governor at a bill signing ceremony at the University of Chicago. He told of the relief […]
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Illinois Governor Signs Medical Marijuana Bill Into Law
Illinois governor Pat Quinn signed a medical marijuana bill into law. That’s twenty states down, thirty more to go. Via Think Progress: Once the law goes into effect January 1, it will permit marijuana use with a doctor’s prescription for more than 30 specified ailments; require users, growers, and dispensaries to undergo fingerprinting and criminal […]
Hickenlooper Signs Industrial Hemp Bill Into Law
Supporters of hemp cultivation in the United States are one step closer to seeing that happen. Governor Hickenlooper signed SB13-241 into law. The legislation authorized the state of Colorado to begin distributing hemp licenses. With the United States being the largest importer of hemp in the world, activists say it’s a positive step forward. ”Coloradans can now […]
Ex-Microsoft Manager Jumps Into Marijuana
A former Microsoft honcho wants to create the fitst U.S. marijuana brand. High Times
Colorado Offers Window Into MMJ Industry
At Leela European Cafe, a quirky, 24-hour coffee shop and bar in the heart of downtown, a bartender was quick with her thoughts on Colorado’s experience with the legal sale of medical marijuana. “It’s really easy to get,” said Cara Wanek, 25, who says she uses it to calm her anxiety, boost her appetite and […]
Rival Marijuana Measures Thrown into the Electoral Pot
LA TimesBy Kate Linthicum Three competing measures on the May 21 city ballot have divided L.A.’s lucrative medical cannabis industry, with each side accusing the other of trying only to protect profits, not do what is best for patients. Medical Marijuana News – THCbiz