Georgia Law-Maker Introduces Limited Medical Marijuana Initiative
ATLANTA, GA — A measure to implement a restricted medical marijuana program is gaining momentum in Georgia. State Representative Allen Peake (R-Macon) introduced a bill Tuesday that would legalize a non-psychoactive strain of cannabis for a limited number of patients. A particular strain of medical marijuana with high concentrations of cannabidiol (CBD) would only be made available to those suffering from severe seizure disorders, such as Dravet’s Syndrome. Rep. Peake Calls On CBD-Rich Cannabis …
Poll: Rhode Island Voters Support Legal Cannabis For Adult-Use
PROVIDENCE, RI — Continuing the momentum in favor of cannabis policy reform, a recent poll conducted by Public Policy Polling reveals that a slight majority of Rhode Island voters would support cannabis legalization for those 21 and over. Participants were asked if they support or oppose changing state law to follow in the footsteps of Colorado and Washington. Of those questioned, 53 percent of voters said they were in favor of “changing Rhode Island law to regulate and tax marijuana similarly to alcohol.” Only 41 percent …
Marijuana Policy Project Calls For DEA Administrator To Be Fired
WASHINGTON, DC — As reported Saturday by the Boston Herald, Michele Leonhart, Administrator of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), “slammed” President Obama’s recent comments that cannabis is “no more dangerous than alcohol.” Now, the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) is calling for her to be fired. The organization has started a petition to relieve the Ms. Leonhart of her duties with the DEA. They hope that she will be replaced with an Administrator who follows President Obama’s …
State Senator Intends To Legalize Cannabis In New Jersey
TRENTON, NJ — On Friday, Senator Nicholas P. Scutari (D) announced plans introduce an bill to legalize cannabis in New Jersey. According to the Drug Policy Alliance, Sen. Scutari’s initiative will move to tax and regulate cannabis like alcohol. Specific details of the measure are still in the works. “Anybody that looks at the facts, knows that the war on marijuana has been a miserable failure.’’ – Sen. Nicholas Scutari As noted in a recent press release, the senator explains that New Jersey’s current marijuana policies …
RECAP: Cannabis Ancillary Businesses Gather In Las Vegas For CHAMPS
LAS VEGAS, NV — Business owners and glass blowers from all corners of the US gathered this week at the Las Vegas Convention Center for the 30th edition of the CHAMPS Trade Shows. Despite being overrun by the World of Concrete (yes, that exists), the event offered canna-business professionals a laundry list of benefits. Further, CHAMPS offered glass blowers an opportunity to compete for a total of more than $50,000 in cash and prizes. It’s for these reasons, and all the parties surrounding it, that CHAMPS Trade Shows …
Medical Jane Launches Professional Database to Connect Fragmented Cannabis Industry
Medical Jane, LLC, a leading technology company in the cannabis industry, is developing the most comprehensive database for cannabis-related professionals, businesses, and events. Medical Jane, LLC, a digital resource focused on pushing the cannabis industry forward, has launched the mjDirectory – a revolutionary platform designed to facilitate collaboration among industry professionals. Understandably, 40 years of prohibition has forced the cannabis community underground. Despite this, the medical marijuana and legal cannabis industry has gained a great deal of traction in recent years; This month marked the highly-anticipated beginning of legal retail cannabis sales in …
New Mexico Senator Introduces Legal Cannabis Initiative For Adult-Use
SANTA FE, NM — According to a release from the Drug Policy Alliance, New Mexico Senator Jerry Ortiz y Pino (D-12th District) pre-filed Senate Joint Resolution 10 (SJR10), a ballot initiative that would legalize cannabis for adult-use. “New Mexico’s voters should be given the opportunity to decide on this issue.Other states’ experience can help us formulate an approach that will end the problems created by prohibition…” – Sen. Ortiz y Pino Following the lead of states like Colorado and Washington, Senate Joint Resolution 10 would allow for cannabis consumption and possession …
Oregon Health Authority Posts Rules For Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
SALEM, OR — The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has posted their Final Temporary Rules for medical marijuana dispensaries. The state will begin accepting applications March 3, roughly eight months after House Bill 3460 was passed. Included in the rules are requirements for lab-testing, a “strong security system,” and yearly inspections from the Oregon Health Authority. According to the agency’s website, “the rules implementing Oregon’s medical marijuana dispensary law are intended to ensure …
Maryland Policy-Makers Move To Legalize Cannabis For Adult-Use In The State
ANNAPOLIS, MD — In a press conference held Thursday, Senator Jamie Raskin (D), Delegate Curt Anderson (D), and Delegate Sheila Hixson (D) launched an effort to pass a bill that would legalize cannabis for adult-use. “We got ourselves out of alcohol prohibition by regulating and taxing the product, and we should employ the same exit strategy with marijuana.” – Sen. Jamie Raskin “Our experiment with marijuana prohibition has failed,” Sen. Raskin explains. “We got ourselves out of alcohol prohibition by regulating and taxing the product, and we should employ the same exit strategy with marijuana.” Also announced Thursday …
New Hampshire House Of Representatives Approves Adult-Use Cannabis Initiative
CONCORD, NH — For the first time in US history, a legislative chamber has passed a vote in support of ending cannabis prohibition. The New Hampshire House of Representatives approved HB 192 with a 170-162 decision Wednesday. “This measure will take marijuana cultivation and sales out of the uncontrolled underground market and place them in the hands of licensed, taxpaying businesses.” – Matt Simon The measure, which is modeled after Colorado’s Amendment 64 and I-502 in Washington, will regulate cannabis in a similar manner to alcohol. Adults would be permitted to possess, consume, and cultivate limited amounts of …