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
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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
AP analysis: Broad legalization takes toll on medical pot
When states legalize pot for all adults, long-standing medical marijuana programs take a big hit, in some cases losing more than half their registered patients in just a few years, according to a data analysis by The Associated Press. Much of the decline comes from consumers who, ill or not, got medical cards in their states because it was the only way to buy marijuana … [Read more...] about AP analysis: Broad legalization takes toll on medical pot
Delaware Moves Closer to Passing Recreational Cannabis Bill
A bill to legalize marijuana in Delaware cleared its first legislative hurdle Wednesday, with the House Revenue and Finance Committee voting after a two-hour hearing to release the measure for consideration by the full House. It's being touted as a revenue-generating measure, calling for a government-run industry that would create jobs while padding state coffers with … [Read more...] about Delaware Moves Closer to Passing Recreational Cannabis Bill
NY Adult-Use Legalization Unlikely
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said he doesn’t believe it’s feasible for lawmakers to legalize recreational marijuana in 2019. The Democrat told reporters he doesn’t see sufficient support to pass the measure in the state Senate. Cuomo said he backs the legalization of marijuana but the issue remains controversial for many legislators. And he noted that the recent failure of … [Read more...] about NY Adult-Use Legalization Unlikely
CT MMP Statistics – June 2019
June CT MMP Statistics The June CT MMP Statistics are in. The program is still going strong, 33,014 patients. From the looks of it, this might be the first time the Connecticut medical program shrank. The patient pool dropped by 965 patients. This leads us to wonder what could lead to the loss of patients? There are a number of reasons. The state program requires … [Read more...] about CT MMP Statistics – June 2019
CT MMP Statistics – May 2019
May CT MMP Statistics The sun is shining and someone left the heat on outside, if you didn't notice. So how did the program expand this past month? The May CT MMP Statistics are in. The program is still going strong, 33,979 patients. This time last year we saw 25,805 patients registered in the state medical program. With an increase of 8,174 patients in 12 months the … [Read more...] about CT MMP Statistics – May 2019
Equity in Connecticut
Today could mark a momentous day in history, if legislators stand up for urban revitalization and equity for POC in our cities. Cannabis legalization is coming and it is important that POC are included in leading this new industry in the state. For too long, cannabis prohibition has unjustifiably destroyed the lives of generations and with no prevail. Cannabis is a medicine … [Read more...] about Equity in Connecticut
Connecticut Cannabis Equity
For those readers like us, who have been awaiting what equity would look like in a Connecticut cannabis industry, the wait is over. It is unethical to make money legally off a substance that historically was used to police POC and not assist those communities adversely affected by the War on Drugs and before. Equity and expungement go hand in hand but are not the same. … [Read more...] about Connecticut Cannabis Equity
Let Your Representation Know You Support Change
The word on the street is the State of Connecticut Judiciary Committee could meet as early as April 8th, 2019 to vote on Proposed Bill 1085. If the proposed bill were to pass it would join House Bill 7371 on the floor to be called for a vote this session. There is a Judiciary Meeting scheduled on the State of Connecticut website. What language do you want written into … [Read more...] about Let Your Representation Know You Support Change
