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Data Shows Roadside Searches Decrease After Marijuana Legalization
Politics
Traffic searches, a longtime tool in the War on Drugs, dropped dramatically following marijuana legalization, new data reveals. Two weeks have passed since George Floyd was killed while in the custody of Minneapolis police, sparking nationwide protests against police brutality and systemic injustice. National organizations and lawmakers have admitt
California Gov. Gavin Newsom: Marijuana Legalization Is A ‘Civil Rights’ Issue
Politics
Though California legalized marijuana to roll back unjust Drug War policies, cannabis taxes help fund police operations. California Governor Gavin Newsom discussed during a press conference last week how the state plans to fix issues of systemic injustice and racism following widespread protests of police brutality. Newsom referenced California’s e
Elon Musk Speaks Out Against Cannabis Convictions
Politics
It all started with a bizarre, teasing tweet on June 6th, when billionaire Elon Musk told his 35 million Twitter followers: "This will probably get me into trouble, but I feel I have to say it." Musk has been the target of much controversy in recent months, claiming his company Tesla's stock price were too high, calling shelter-in-place orders "fas
Arkansas Allows E-Signatures For Cannabis Legalization Campaign
Politics
A group pushing to place a recreational marijuana amendment on the November ballot is breathing a sigh of relief following an Arkansas Supreme Court ruling allowing them to collect signatures electronically. “People can go to our website, they can download the special signature page and then they can sign the petition and then they can mail it to u
COVID-19 Highlights Critical Flaws in Cannabis Supply Chain
Politics
The recent outbreak of COVID-19 has exposed critical vulnerabilities in national governments and business operations around the world. The virus is significantly disrupting supply chains and consumer habits on a global level that will reverberate across every industry in the coming months. The aftershocks of the crisis could last for years. While t
Virginia governor signs bill decriminalizing marijuana - Cannabis News
Politics
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam signed legislation on Thursday that decriminalizes marijuana possession, joining a majority of states that have ceased treating the drug as a criminal offense.
USDA Unveils Guidelines For Federal Loans To Hemp Business - Cannabis News
Politics
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released guidelines for processing federal loans for the hemp industry.
House democrats introduce bill to include cannabis businesses in coronavirus relief - Cannabis News
Politics
Reps. Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.) and Ed Perlmutter (D-Colo.) have introduced a bill to make legal cannabis businesses eligible for federal coronavirus relief aid meant for small businesses.
Colorado Governor Asks Congress To Let Marijuana Businesses Get Coronavirus Aid Funds - Cannabis News
Politics
“Unfortunately, a large number of small businesses in Colorado are not eligible for these loans due to their involvement in the state-legal cannabis industry, which is a major employer and tax revenue generator in our state,” Gov. Jared Polis (D) wrote in a letter to a Colorado congressman on Monday.
Letting VA Doctors Recommend Medical Marijuana To Veterans Won’t Cost Anything, Congressional Analysts Say - Cannabis News
Politics
A bill that would allow doctors at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to recommend medical marijuana to military veterans would have zero fiscal impact, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) said on Wednesday.
Connecticut Residents Strongly Support Legalizing Marijuana, Poll Shows - Cannabis News
Politics
A majority of Connecticut residents favor legalizing marijuana, according to a new poll released on Thursday.
New bill would change Utah’s medical marijuana program again
Politics
SALT LAKE CITY — A new bill again tweaking Utah’s medical marijuana program received a favorable recommendation from a Senate committee Monday, moving it to final passage in the full Senate.
Mnuchin details IRS challenges with cash-only marijuana businesses - Cannabis News
Politics
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Wednesday that the cash-only nature of marijuana businesses poses challenges for the IRS.
Bill To Legalize Marijuana Sales Officially Passes Vermont House Of Representatives - Cannabis News
Politics
The Vermont House of Representatives finalized its approval of a bill to legalize the retail sale of marijuana on Thursday, but Gov. Phil Scott (R) said he’s not happy with at least one key component of the legislation.
Presidential Candidates Clash Over Marijuana Legalization At Democratic Debate - Cannabis News
Politics
The Democratic presidential debate in South Carolina on Tuesday revealed fissures in how the candidates view marijuana reform.
Seven Governors Talk Marijuana Policy At Annual Conference - Cannabis News
Politics
Seven governors from across the country discussed marijuana issues at an annual policy conference on Friday.

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