In recent years, Virginia has made commendable progress in its approach to marijuana policy. The landmark legislation of 2021, which legalized adult use, was a bold step forward. Yet, despite this progress, a glaring issue has emerged, particularly in Southwest Virginia: the unchecked proliferation of illegal and unregulated marijuana stores. This issue underscores a critical … [Read more...] about Yes, we should legalize retail sales of cannabis
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‘Huge demand’: Portugal dreams of becoming medical cannabis hub
"We should be the new El Dorado of medical cannabis production," said agronomist Jose Martins as dozens of workers harvested marijuana in bright sunshine at a farm in southeastern Portugal. The country is fast becoming a European hub for medical cannabis, with its warm temperate subtropical climate -- often compared to California's -- making it an ideal place to grow the … [Read more...] about ‘Huge demand’: Portugal dreams of becoming medical cannabis hub
Texas Rep. Jessica González of Dallas files bill to legalize marijuana
Texas Rep. Jessica González of Dallas has filed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana in Texas. House Bill 1208 would legalize the cultivation, manufacturing, transportation, and sale of cannabis. The bill would allow adults 21 and older to use, possess, and transport up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana for personal use. Adults could also keep up to 10 ounces of cannabis in their … [Read more...] about Texas Rep. Jessica González of Dallas files bill to legalize marijuana
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push To Legalize Marijuana Yet Again, Here’s Who’s Behind Latest Attempt
A new legislative push in Pennsylvania seeks to legalize recreational cannabis in the commonwealth.Reps. Rick Krajewski and Dan Frankel are circulating a memo to gather cosponsors for the bill intended for the 2025-2026 legislative session, reported Marijuana Moment.The Democratic duo was behind a series of cannabis reform hearings over the past year. The memo calls for fellow … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Lawmakers Push To Legalize Marijuana Yet Again, Here’s Who’s Behind Latest Attempt
Pot yoga, cannabis tasting rooms: CCC lays out social-consumption framework
The Cannabis Control Commission on Thursday laid out the framework for the creation of the social consumption industry in the state, including the license types they expect will be available.Social consumption as a general license type was approved in 2019, but at the time it was in conflict with other state regulations. Those conflicts were resolved in 2022.Social consumption, … [Read more...] about Pot yoga, cannabis tasting rooms: CCC lays out social-consumption framework
Iconic NYC dive Smith’s Bar to be replaced by weed dispensary near Times Square
Old New York’s going up in smoke!Smith’s Bar, the iconic, neon-sign dive near Times Square, has closed for good and is set to be replaced by a marijuana dispensary — leaving broken-hearted regulars feeling burned.The beloved watering hole — where theater-going hipsters knocked one back alongside old drunks and businessmen for 70 years — shuttered for good last week on 44th … [Read more...] about Iconic NYC dive Smith’s Bar to be replaced by weed dispensary near Times Square
‘Tremendously out of step’: Texas cannabis advocates react to proposed THC ban, Patrick clarifies bill
Cannabis advocates in Texas have responded strongly to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s Wednesday announcement of a proposed all-THC ban. Though Patrick clarified on Thursday the ban will not impact the state’s limited medical marijuana program, those with cannabis businesses and organizations that support marijuana legalization feel the proposed bill is “tremendously out of step” with … [Read more...] about ‘Tremendously out of step’: Texas cannabis advocates react to proposed THC ban, Patrick clarifies bill
FDA greenlights study of marijuana as PTSD treatment for veterans
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the go-ahead for a controversial clinical trial to test whether marijuana can be used to treat combat veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The long-delayed study is sponsored by the nonprofit Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) and had been delayed since 2021 due to several objections by … [Read more...] about FDA greenlights study of marijuana as PTSD treatment for veterans
Justice Department Calls Out Tennessee For Racial Disparities In Marijuana Arrests, Despite Ongoing Federal Cannabis Criminalization
The Justice Department is condemning the Memphis, Tennessee Police Department (MPD) following an investigation that discovered a “pattern” of civil rights violations—including racial disparities in marijuana-related arrests. At the same time, however, cannabis remains criminalized across the board under federal law. Following a broader review of the local department’s … [Read more...] about Justice Department Calls Out Tennessee For Racial Disparities In Marijuana Arrests, Despite Ongoing Federal Cannabis Criminalization
It’s Time To Legalize Medical Marijuana In Indiana, Incoming Governor Says As New Poll Shows Nearly 9 In 10 Hoosiers Agree
Indiana’s incoming governor said this week that it’s “probably time” to legalize medical marijuana in the state—a reform that, according to a new survey, nearly 9 in 10 residents support. “It’s probably time for it to have found its way to Indiana—on the medical side,” Gov.-elect Mike Braun (R) told local reporters this week. Medical cannabis is already legal in all four states … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Legalize Medical Marijuana In Indiana, Incoming Governor Says As New Poll Shows Nearly 9 In 10 Hoosiers Agree
