New Hampshire GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Says She Would Oppose Marijuana Legalization If Elected
A Step Back? New Hampshire’s Gubernatorial Candidate Questions Cannabis Legalization Former U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte, now a Republican gubernatorial candidate in New Hampshire, has voiced her opposition to the legalization of marijuana, citing concerns that could potentially set back the state’s cannabis reform efforts. Ayotte argues that legalizing marijuana could worsen the fentanyl crisis and […]
Marijuana Rescheduling Announcement Coming ‘Very Soon,’ As Early As This Week, Opposition Group Says
Uncertain Impacts of DEA’s Potential Cannabis Rescheduling The DEA may soon move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, a change suggested by Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). This shift could redefine regulatory landscapes, impacting research and medical use. However, the broader effects on the industry are unclear, as this reclassification introduces new regulatory frameworks […]
Key Congresswoman Says ‘Now Is The Time’ To Pass Marijuana Banking Bill, Despite McConnell’s ‘Concerns’
It’s Time for Change: The Urgent Need for the SAFER Banking ActIn a call to action, Rep. Maxine Waters, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, is rallying lawmakers to pass the Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation (SAFER) Banking Act. This critical legislation would not only introduce new regulations for cryptocurrencies but also ensure […]
Hawaii Governor Floats Plan To Allow Medical Marijuana For Any Condition After Recreational Legalization Bill Fails
Governor Green’s New Twist on Hawaii’s Medical Marijuana Policy After the puff of smoke cleared from a failed attempt to legalize recreational cannabis in Hawaii, Governor Josh Green is sparking up a new approach to expand the state’s medical marijuana program. It seems there’s more than one way to roll a joint—or in this case, […]
Second California Senate Committee Approves Bill To Legalize Psychedelic Service Centers
California’s Bold Leap Toward Psychedelic Service Centers In an innovative move by the California Senate, a bill advocating for the establishment of psychedelic service centers has successfully passed the Senate Public Safety Committee. This legislative push, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener, marks a significant step forward in the regulated use of psychedelics, offering substances like […]
Bipartisan Congressional Lawmakers Tell VA To Prepare Plan For MDMA-Assisted Therapy As FDA Considers Approving The Psychedelic
Lawmakers Urge VA to Draft Plan for MDMA-Assisted Therapy Ahead of Potential FDA Approval. A group of bipartisan congressional representatives is calling on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prepare a plan for providing MDMA-assisted therapy to veterans. This call comes in anticipation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approving the therapy […]
Hawaii Senate Rejects Marijuana Decrim Expansion Bill, While Expungements Legislation Heads To Governor
Hawaii’s Senate recently blocked SB 2487, which aimed to ease penalties for marijuana possession, signaling a slow pace in cannabis reform. The proposal intended to reduce fines from $130 to $25 and increase the possession limit to one ounce, but faced opposition over concerns it might endanger children and encourage the illegal market.
Three In Five Americans Say Marijuana Is Safer Than Alcohol Or Tobacco, Survey Finds
Majority of Americans Deem Marijuana Safer Than Alcohol or Tobacco, Says Poll A recent survey by YouGov reveals that almost three out of five Americans view marijuana as less harmful than alcohol or tobacco. According to the study, 64% of respondents deemed regular alcohol use as more dangerous than marijuana, and a similar percentage, 63%, […]
This Will Be The ‘Last 4/20 Celebration’ With Marijuana Still In Schedule I, Congressman Says, While Predicting House Action On Cannabis Banking Bill
4/20/24 : Is Democracy Finally Catching Up with Cannabis?
UK: Police find 200 cannabis plants during raid in Aldridge
Title: UK Police Seize 200 Cannabis Plants in Aldridge Raid UK police have successfully uncovered a substantial cannabis grow during a warrant executed at a property on Dartmouth Drive, Aldridge this past Saturday. The bust resulted in the discovery of an impressive cultivation of around 200 cannabis plants. Photographs released from the scene showcased rooms […]