Politics

In Wisconsin, signs of GOP softening on medical marijuana – Cannabis News

MADISON, Wis. — As a marijuana extract used to treat seizures becomes more widely embraced, even by former Republican opponents, the conversation in Wisconsin is shifting to whether the time is right to approve medical marijuana.

Medical marijuana will get another chance in Nebraska Legislature – Cannabis News

LINCOLN — Nebraska finds itself in rarefied air when it comes to medical marijuana.

Missouri lawmaker files medical marijuana bill for terminally-ill patients – Cannabis News

A western Missouri representative filed a bill that would expand an existing law and allow terminally-ill patients to try medical marijuana in the state.

America’s $6.7 billion marijuana habit, mapped – Cannabis News

Legal or not, millions of Americans already use marijuana regularly.

Outgoing Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin to Pardon Marijuana Violations – Cannabis News

In his final days as the state's top executive, outgoing Democratic Gov. Peter Shumlin is expected to issue what could be hundreds of pardons to Vermonters convicted of what are now considered minor marijuana violations.

Missouri: If you’re caught carrying marijuana, you’ll only have to pay a fine – Cannabis News

In Missouri, if you are caught with less than 10 grams of marijuana and you don’t have a prior criminal record, you’ll be charged but only have to pay a fine.

Nevada’s Marijuana Legalization to Take Effect January 1st – Cannabis News

Nevada was among the four states that passed a ballot measure to legalize recreational use of cannabis for adults 21 and older this past November, and on January 1st that law will go into effect.

New Mexico cannabis program grows like a weed, but with bumps and bruises – Cannabis News

The Land of Enchantment has spent most of 2016 dealing with issues that came with the rapid growth of the state’s medical cannabis program.

Bernie Sanders Wants Fewer Cannabis Banking Regulations – Cannabis News

Despite any recent election disappointments, Bernie Sanders has not slowed down in the least when it comes to supporting causes he cares about, like fair and equal treatment for cannabis businesses.

A Future For South Carolina Medical Cannabis In 2017 – Cannabis News

Two South Carolina bills planned for introduction in 2017 would legalize medical cannabis for qualifying patients in the state, effectively nullifying the unconstitutional federal prohibition on the same.


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