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Congressman proposes budget amendment to protect marijuana research from DOJ - Cannabis News
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Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz: "No one should be afraid to do research on medical cannabis."
More than 40% of people admit to doing this while using weed or alcohol
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There are currently 22 pieces of marijuana legislation before the 115th U.S. Congress – more than ever in history.
Report Shows Which Cannabis Products Women Prefer - Cannabis News
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Over 3 million individuals are affected by autism, but only three states — Delaware, Georgia and Pennsylvania — allow medical marijuana as a treatment.
Deep Dive: A Look At America’s Marijuana Evolution - Cannabis News
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As the cannabis movement hits a critical stage, here is a look at how we got to this point.
American Veterinarian Group Gets Behind Cannabis Rescheduling
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A leading veterinary organization is joining the fight to reschedule cannabis in an effort to speed research into the plant’s effects on our furry friends.
The Cannabis Industry Boasts a Higher Percentage of Female Business Owners than Corporate America - Cannabis News
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There’s still a lot of work to be done on the equality front, but a new survey suggests that about a quarter of legal weed businesses are owned or were founded by women.
Nation's Largest Hemp Processing Plant Opens in Colorado - Cannabis News
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) -- It's a hot topic in the state: whether or not to legalize medical marijuana.
How to get a job in the marijuana industry - Cannabis News
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For anyone curious about working in the world of weed, a new resource makes job-hunting easier.
Minnesota medical marijuana users will soon be allowed to smoke it
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Research into the potential medical uses of marijuana compounds continues apace.
Priscilla Vilchis Is Set to Become First Latina to Receive California Marijuana License - Cannabis News
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Vilchis’ eye is on both the profit margins and the health benefits of her beloved CBD products.
Alcohol Sales Dropped 15% In States With Medical Marijuana Laws - Cannabis News
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Baltimore City officials have chosen to simply treat the marijuana facilities like pharmacies under the zoning code — and not pass special legislation for them.
Virginia governor signs bill decriminalizing marijuana - Cannabis News
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RENO, Nev. -- The American Legion adopted a resolution Thursday urging the federal government to allow Department of Veterans Affairs doctors to discuss and recommend medical marijuana in states where it's legal, adding to the group's efforts to get cannabis in the hands of veterans it could help.
Santa Ana marijuana dispensary modernizes the way to purchase pot - Cannabis News
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There’s a new joint in town. MedMen, one of the largest marijuana retailers in the country, opened its newest medical marijuana dispensary last month in Santa Ana, making its 3,000 square feet of retail space one of the largest dispensaries in the county.
This Is the First Hemp Strain to Be Awarded a US Patent - Cannabis News
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OMAHA, Neb. — Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is for sale in Omaha.
How Florida's 55 and older communities are leading the state's medical marijuana movement - Cannabis News
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Growing marijuana takes a lot of energy, which comes into conflict with state efforts to reduce greenhouse gases. Now, some places are helping the pot industry to become more energy efficient.
These Chefs Are Killing The Cannabis Culinary Game - Cannabis News
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Apparently, the Heineken-owned Lagunitas Brewing Company has crafted a new beer called "Supercritical" that is infused with cannabis.
Bill to combat marijuana-related impaired driving should be rejected
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It’s an interesting situation: legalized medical marijuana and dispensaries in one of the United States’ most conservative territories. How do these conflicting events coexist?
Imtroducing the Pet Cannabis Coalition: The advocacy group supporting efforts to legalize cannabis for California pets
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Every week's there's a new story about how well recreational marijuana legalization has helped states such as Colorado, Washington and Oregon.

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