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Medical Marijuana Gains Momentum in the Deep South
Huffington Post reports that medical marijuana's effectiveness in treating seizures has even the southern states considering allowing its use.
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Oregon Legislature - A Hit and A Miss
Here's a recap of the various politicians and legislation in play that can help advance cannabis reform in Oregon in 2014, as well as how to get involved:
Rhode Island Bill to Regulate Marijuana Coming Soon
It also directs the Department of Revenue to license and regulate marijuana producers and retail marijuana stores.
Michigan High Court Rules for Medical Marijuana
Wyoming's ordinance "directly conflicts" with the state's medical marijuana law because it allows what the law "expressly prohibits."
Hemp Amendment Becomes Law as Prez Signs Farm Bill
President Obama signed into law the omnibus farm bill, which includes an amendment allowing for research into hemp production in states that authorize it.
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Missouri Marijuana Legalization Bill Filed
Representative Chris Kelly is sponsoring a Missouri marijuana legalization bill that would legalize possession of up to 1 pound of cannabis.
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Scientific American: End Ban On Psychoactive Drug Research
Scientific American calls for an end to the ban on psychoactive drug research, noting that marijuana, LSD, psilocybin and MDMA may lead to new treatments.
Tip for Buying Legal Weed in Colorado: It's Retail, Long Lines Will Happen During Peak Hours
As a customer service representative at a very busy Denver dispensary that has almost tripled in staff in the last month, I've seen just how big the demand for all forms of now-legal weed
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Uruguayan President Nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize
Uruguayan President José Mujica has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to rethink the drug war.
Michigan High Court Rules for Medical Marijuana
In a bellwether case, the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that cities and counties cannot pass ordinances that violate the state's five-year-old Medical Marihuana Act. The ruling came in Ter Beek v. the City of Wyoming.
Arizona Bill to Regulate Marijuana Introduced
Rep. Ruben Gallego has introduced HB 2558, which would end the prohibition of marijuana in Arizona.
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Vice President Joe Biden Not High on Marijuana Legalization
Vice President Joe Biden said in a Time interview on Thursday that the Administration supports smarter enforcement, but not outright legalization.
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.02.05)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of February 5, 2014.
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Marijuana Legalization Bill Introduced in Oklahoma
Oklahoma Senator Connie Johnson introduced SB 2116, a marijuana legalization bill that would regulate cannabis like alcohol.
SabetWatch: Colorado Cannabis Crime
My homeboy Kevin Sabet is at it again. He dropped this tweet about an article on medical marijuana dispensaries and crime, and I salivated:
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Seattle Police Overstepping With Pot Business Notifications
Seattle PD has been sending notifications to neighbors of potential pot business locations, suggesting complaints and reminding them they can object.
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New York Jets Defensive Back Speaks About NFL Pot Ban
New York Jets defensive back Antonio Cromartie spoke about the NFL's ban on cannabis, saying that players will continue to use the plant.
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Florida's First 'Marijuana University' Opens
Medical Marijuana Tampa teaches all aspects of the medical marijuana business, becoming Florida's first 'marijuana university'.