Stockton University will begin offering an undergraduate degree in cannabis studies this fall, becoming the first college or university in New Jersey to do so. Stockton — which has a main campus in Galloway and other locations in Atlantic City, Hammonton, Manahawkin and Woodbine — will offer the Bachelor of Science in Hemp and Cannabis Business Management degree. The degree … [Read more...] about Stockton University to begin offering undergraduate degree in cannabis studies
Pennsylvania
‘Joints for Justice’ organizers rally for cannabis legalization in Harrisburg
Advocates for cannabis legalization in Pennsylvania pose for a picture on the state Capitol steps on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, for "Cannabis Day at the Capitol." (Capital-Star photo by Sarah Nicell) Philadelphia resident Damion Smith was once arrested on his personal property for cannabis use. Then it happened again, in a new neighborhood. And after moving to another home, … [Read more...] about ‘Joints for Justice’ organizers rally for cannabis legalization in Harrisburg
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Step Up Push For Marijuana Legalization, With Emphasis On Social Equity
Pennsylvania lawmakers are stepping up their push to pass a marijuana legalization bill, emphasizing the need for bipartisan and bicameral collaboration to enact the reform with a focus on social justice. At a “Cannabis Day at the Capitol” rally hosted by DACO and Black Cannabis Week on Tuesday, several legislators underscored their commitment to advancing legalization in the … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Lawmakers Step Up Push For Marijuana Legalization, With Emphasis On Social Equity
Pennsylvania GOP Senator Says State Is ‘Getting Close’ To Legalizing Marijuana, But Lawmakers Must ‘Work It Out’ With Governor
A Pennsylvania GOP senator says the state is “getting close” to legalizing marijuana, but the job will only get done if House and Senate leaders sit down with the governor and “work it out.” At a rally organized by ResponsiblePA on Tuesday, Sens. Dan Laughlin (R), Sharif Street (D) and other champions of cannabis reform discussed the push for legalization, regional dynamics and … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania GOP Senator Says State Is ‘Getting Close’ To Legalizing Marijuana, But Lawmakers Must ‘Work It Out’ With Governor
Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents
Eventually, most adults reach a point where we realize we are out of touch with those much younger than us. Perhaps it is a pop culture reference that sparks the realization. For me, this moment happened when I was in my late 20s and working with adolescents in school settings to help them quit smoking. When other drugs would occasionally come up, I didn’t understand some of … [Read more...] about Cannabis legalization has led to a boom in potent forms of the drug that present new hazards for adolescents
Pa. lawmakers consider government-run weed dispensaries. The cannabis industry isn’t happy.
A piece of dried cauliflower, or broccoli or beet in an opaque white bag with a stop sign and a written warning affixed — that’s a weed edible in the Canadian province of Quebec, where any marijuana products resembling candy, chocolate, chips or any food that may appeal to children are outlawed. “Lately there’s been [cannabis-infused] sausages,” said François Gagnon, a senior … [Read more...] about Pa. lawmakers consider government-run weed dispensaries. The cannabis industry isn’t happy.
State senator’s bill would align Pa. law with medical marijuana users’ firearms rights
(The Center Square) ― Legalizing recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania has held legislative attention in recent years, but some problems still pester users in the medical marijuana program. Some clarity may soon come for the legal tensions between Second Amendment rights and state-approved marijuana use. Sen. Dan Laughlin, R-Erie, is proposingSenate Bill 1146 to clarify that … [Read more...] about State senator’s bill would align Pa. law with medical marijuana users’ firearms rights
Key Pennsylvania Lawmaker Says There’s A ‘Real Opportunity’ To Legalize Marijuana And Allow Interstate Commerce
A top Pennsylvania House Democratic committee chairman says it’s “high time” to legalize marijuana and lay the groundwork for businesses in the state to export cannabis to other markets if federal law changes—and he sees a “real opportunity” to do so, even as his Republican counterpart is downplaying that possibility this session. In interviews on PoliticsPA’s Voices of Reason … [Read more...] about Key Pennsylvania Lawmaker Says There’s A ‘Real Opportunity’ To Legalize Marijuana And Allow Interstate Commerce
Pennsylvania Borough Working on Cannabis Decriminalization
North York borough, a small borough in York, Pennsylvania, might decriminalize cannabis at a small level, making it one in a line of local Pennsylvania counties that have taken this step. Despite the tiny town size of about 2,200 residents, this is still making the news because of the slow progress Pennsylvania has made on the legalization front. Terry Duncan, a former mayor … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Borough Working on Cannabis Decriminalization
Time to legalize pot? Shapiro calls for Pa. to join neighbors on cannabis policy
Pennsylvania's governor has formally urged Harrisburg's divided Legislature to legalize recreational marijuana. During his hour-plus budget address in the State Capitol Rotunda on Tuesday, Gov. Josh Shapiro told assembled members of the Pennsylvania Senate and House of Representatives to join neighboring states in amending the law. He noted that a referendum on this topic … [Read more...] about Time to legalize pot? Shapiro calls for Pa. to join neighbors on cannabis policy
