Marijuana will be legal in over half the United States if several ballot measures pass in November, with lobbyists confident that at least a few will succeed. Florida, North Dakota and South Dakota residents will vote on initiatives calling to legalize recreational marijuana, while Nebraska, Arkansas and Oregon will look to legalize or expand medical marijuana … [Read more...] about Majority of States Could Have Legal Weed After November: ‘Winnable’
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Ohio just legalized cannabis. Now comes the hard part
Ohio certainly wasn’t the first state to legalize recreational cannabis — 23 other states have done so since 2012 — but the Buckeye State’s arrival on that list could ultimately be quite consequential for the growing industry. Ohio voters’ approval of a legalization measure on Tuesday comes just months after cannabis saw some of its most significant movements at the federal … [Read more...] about Ohio just legalized cannabis. Now comes the hard part
Growth of States Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
Keystoners, it doesn’t look as if recreational-use cannabis is coming to Pennsylvania any time soon. Although another push for legalization is underway in the state legislature — the same push that’s been ongoing since before the pandemic — there still isn’t enough bipartisan support to get recreational marijuana on shelves in Pennsylvania. Last year, The Inquirer spoke with … [Read more...] about Growth of States Legalizing Recreational Marijuana
Is Pa. primed to legalize weed? 2 lawmakers introduce bill to allow recreational use.
The THC percentages of recreational marijuana are visible on product packaging April 19, 2021, in Mamaroneck, New York. Two Senate lawmakers are making a new run at legalizing marijuana in Pennsylvania. Sens. Dan Laughlin, R-Erie, and Sharif Street, D-Philadelphia, introduced a bill Thursday that would allow those 21 and older to use recreational marijuana in the state. The … [Read more...] about Is Pa. primed to legalize weed? 2 lawmakers introduce bill to allow recreational use.
Florida recreational marijuana effort clears crucial hurdle
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The effort to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida crossed a major hurdle but still faces a likely challenge from the state’s attorney general. Florida’s Department of State reported that the proposed ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana gathered enough signatures to put it on the ballot in 2024. The constitutional amendment, proposed by … [Read more...] about Florida recreational marijuana effort clears crucial hurdle
Minnesota governor signs bill legalizing recreational marijuana starting in August
ST. PAUL, Minnesota -- Surrounded by dozens of cheering people in green clothes, Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill Tuesday to legalize recreational marijuana for people over the age of 21 starting in August, making Minnesota the 23rd state to legalize the substance for adults. “This has been a long journey with a lot of folks involved,” Walz said. Among them was … [Read more...] about Minnesota governor signs bill legalizing recreational marijuana starting in August
Recreational marijuana legalization getting closer to Florida ballot
Florida voters could decide as soon as next year if they want to legalize marijuana for recreational use. But Florida's attorney general is already indicating she will oppose it in papers filed with the state Supreme Court. Florida is one of 15 states that allow medical marijuana but not recreational marijuana. Twenty-three states and Washington, D.C., permit the personal use … [Read more...] about Recreational marijuana legalization getting closer to Florida ballot
Adult use cannabis sales expanding across New York State
Julian Smith, Director of Cultivation at Java Sprouts Farm With the legal marijuana business in New York ramping up, vendors and regulators alike are working overtime to prepare for what the state hopes will be an important new industry. At this Capital Region networking forum hosted non-profit NY Small Farma, industry movers and shakers share information and participate in a … [Read more...] about Adult use cannabis sales expanding across New York State
Is weed legal in Spain?
Is weed legal in Spain? It is legal to cultivate and smoke cannabis for your own personal use in Spain. However, it is illegal to distribute or sell cannabis to others, and you cannot smoke it in a public place. Cannabis trafficking is not allowed, but it is legal to buy and sell paraphernalia, seeds, or other hemp products. If you are caught any with cannabis on you in a … [Read more...] about Is weed legal in Spain?
DOJ Still Working On Biden Admin’s Stance on Cannabis, Garland Says
Attorney General Merrick Garland told lawmakers that his agency is “still working on a marijuana policy” amid reviews of cannabis’s status as a schedule I drug. Speaking to the Senate Judiciary Committee and responding to a question from legalization advocate Cory Booker, Garland said, “I think that it’s fair to expect what I said at my confirmation hearing with respect to … [Read more...] about DOJ Still Working On Biden Admin’s Stance on Cannabis, Garland Says
