By Paul Mulshine | Star-Ledger Columnist When the effort to legalize marijuana in New Jersey passed the state Senate last week it did so without Republican votes. Aren’t Republicans supposed to believe in free markets? I fear the Grand Old Party is a bit confused on this issue. The confusion traces back to the Reagan administration. Back then, the government … [Read more...] about Instead of opposing marijuana legalization Republicans should have pushed for a free market in weed
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Could Texas be the next state to legalize marijuana?
I swear if this happens, I will lose my sh*t, Connecticut. Sorry, not sorry…. Hartford the time is now, if there ever was one.-Dabbin' Dad Voters said yes to legal weed in several states in elections last week. Could Texas be the next state to legalize marijuana? Plans to file a bill to legalize marijuana and medical marijuana have been announced by Texas Senator-elect … [Read more...] about Could Texas be the next state to legalize marijuana?
Providence Chamber members divide on legalized marijuana
Meanwhile in Rhode Island... Rhode Island’s business community appears almost evenly divided on the legalization of marijuana. With their applause, however, the hundreds of business executives gathered Wednesday for a Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce luncheon let lawmakers know how strongly they feel about setting their own rules on how that might work in … [Read more...] about Providence Chamber members divide on legalized marijuana
Virginia will not legalize marijuana, talks of decriminalization underway
This year, Virginia will not join the list of states that have legalized marijuana but the idea of decriminalizing possession is gaining momentum. This week, a committee voted to send the proposal to the House of Delegates. Friday, lawmakers will begin debating it. It’s become the topic of conversation in the Commonwealth. Will the General Assembly, made up of a … [Read more...] about Virginia will not legalize marijuana, talks of decriminalization underway
Meet the ‘Cannabis Czar’ Tasked With Ending New York’s Weed Prohibition
Meanwhile, in Connecticut, Senate Legislators have already announced a proposed 31.35% tax which would only keep state residents moving north into MA where taxes are far less already. An initial 25 percent tax on top of the regular 6.35 percent state tax on marijuana could bring in $70 million in tax revenue for Connecticut for the first full year of legalization.-Senator … [Read more...] about Meet the ‘Cannabis Czar’ Tasked With Ending New York’s Weed Prohibition
Recreational marijuana is inevitable in Maryland
While Maryland lawmakers have signaled they likely won’t legalize the recreational use of marijuana in the 2020 legislative session as some had hoped, it’s only a matter of time before they eventually do. A dozen other states already have, roughly two dozen — including Maryland — have decriminalized small amounts of the drug, and three dozen states (again, including Maryland) … [Read more...] about Recreational marijuana is inevitable in Maryland
NH Senate committee rejects pot legalization bill
Trimmed marijuna buds at 253 Farmacy in Montague. The business plans to produce all of its own marijuana within a year. CONCORD — One of New Hampshire’s top champions of marijuana legalization in the Senate changed his tune Tuesday, announcing it was not the right time to pass a sweeping legalization bill. Is New Hampshire Ready? “I don’t think the state is ready for … [Read more...] about NH Senate committee rejects pot legalization bill
Legal Marijuana Sales Began In Michigan Sunday
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (WWJ) -- Sunday marked an historic day in Michigan, as legal sales of recreational marijuana began taking place 13 months after voters approved to legalize it. Three stores in Ann Arbor -- Exclusive Brands, Arbor Wellness and Greenstone Provisions -- were among the first in the state to make legal sales after Michigan became the 10th state to allow … [Read more...] about Legal Marijuana Sales Began In Michigan Sunday
Presidential Candidate Proposes Medical Marijuana Waivers For Military Veterans
Veterans do not have access to medical cannabis through the federal healthcare system, otherwise known as the Veterans Affairs or VA. The VA while no longer aggressively targeting cannabis users and identifying them as drug users, has a long way to go before we can see veterans gaining access to safer medical alternatives. All too often is cannabis the last option for people, … [Read more...] about Presidential Candidate Proposes Medical Marijuana Waivers For Military Veterans
Maine Legislature approves recreational cannabis rules
What does this mean for those interested in the cannabis industry in Maine? Maine residents can plan for the new rules to go into effect 90 days after being signed by the Governor of Maine, Janet Mills. It's almost been three years after Maine voters approved recreational marijuana retail sales. The Maine Senate approved the rules by a vote of 26-9, while the Maine House … [Read more...] about Maine Legislature approves recreational cannabis rules
