Despite last-minute threats from Republican leaders in Congress, the District of Columbia moved forward Thursday with legalizing possession of marijuana. Read article here: High Times
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Maine’s Largest City Legalizes Recreational Marijuana
Portland, Maine, became the first city on the East Coast to legalize marijuana as voters overwhelmingly passed an ordinance Tuesday allowing adults to possess small amounts of the drug. The ordinance allows people 21 & older to possess as much as 2.5 ounces of marijuana. It is seen by some as another step toward legalization […]
Romania Legalizes Medical Marijuana
Last week Romania became the10 European Union nation to legalize medical marijuana. The country’s drug law was amended to allow certain cannabis derivatives to be used for specific afflictions, such as epilepsy and multiple sclerosis. High Times
Oregon Legalizes Marijuana Dispensaries
Governor John Kitzhaber signed a bill on Wednesday giving the state authority to license stores selling marijuana. The governor said he has two main goals — to ensure overall safety and to allow patients safe access. The law gives the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) power … High Times
Maryland Legalizes Medical Pot
Maryland will become the 19th state to approve medical marijuana. Governor Martin O’Malley will sign the legislation at a ceremony Thursday. The medical pot bill establishes “academic medical research centers” that will act as dispensaries… High Times