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Cannabis farmers, watchdog group reach historic deal in Carpinteria Valley
Business & Finance
A growing majority of Americans support the legalization of recreational marijuana, though divides continue to exist along party lines, according to the most recent NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll.
Do’s And Don’ts Of Using Marijuana On The Slopes - Cannabis News
Travel
The A.G.'s unilateral moves have forced politicians to take sides on marijuana legalization, the leader of the National Cannabis Industry Association told Colorado members.
Groundhog Day for High Times as they announce their IPO (again)
Business & Finance
New Jersey’s newly inaugurated governor is directing officials to study the state’s limited medical marijuana program with a “focus on expanding patient access.”
Michigan County says no to drug tests for employees suspected to be high on marijuana - Cannabis News
Law & Crime
Vermont is officially the ninth state to legalize marijuana, and the first to end cannabis prohibition through an act of lawmakers.
Hempfest organizer, cannabis retailers say ban on pot advertising at the annual festival violates free-speech guarantees - Cannabis News
Law & Crime
A state senator wants Nebraska voters to have a choice on medical cannabis.
New York to look at legalizing recreational pot - Cannabis News
Politics
New York will study whether it's plausible to legalize marijuana for recreational use as neighboring states move ahead with it, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Tuesday.
Interest in Hemp Fiber Rising as Farmers Look to 2021
Business & Finance
Gov. Phil Scott confirmed Thursday that he will sign a bill legalizing personal cultivation and possession of marijuana — but he will not hold a signing ceremony.
Bill to Legalize Medical Marijuana Introduced in Kentucky - Cannabis News
Politics
Supporters of legalizing medical marijuana in Kentucky touted its potential as a viable alternative to ease the state’s addiction woes from opioid painkillers.
Rep. Barbara Lee introduces companion House bill to Marijuana Justice Act - Cannabis News
Politics
California Congresswoman Barbara Lee is championing Sen. Cory Booker’s Marijuana Justice Act in the House of Representatives.
New York Considers Expanding Its Medical Marijuana Program to All - Cannabis News
Politics
Assemblyman Richard Gottfried, father of the Compassionate Care Act, wants doctors to be able to recommend cannabis for any condition.
What’s Next for New England Cannabis Legislation After Vermont? - Cannabis News
Politics
Trends are becoming clear in New England, where three states have now legalized recreational marijuana.
Gov. Phil Scott Says He'll Sign Bill Legalizing Marijuana in Vermont - Cannabis News
Politics
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott said Thursday that, barring unforeseen technicalities, he will sign the bill legalizing personal cultivation and possession of marijuana.
Study: Legal marijuana could generate more than $132 billion in federal tax revenue and 1 million jobs - Cannabis News
Politics
Legalizing marijuana nationwide would create at least $132 billion in tax revenue and more than a million new jobs across the United States in the next decade, according to a new study.
From AI to Machine Learning: How These Tech Platforms are Pushing Cannabis into the Future - Cannabis News
Hi-Tech
Nevada lawmakers said Tuesday that Congress must address federal marijuana laws following a decision by the Trump administration to lower the barrier on federal prosecutions in states that have decriminalized use for medical and recreational purposes.
Wisconsin Hemp Groups Applaud State's Decision To Delay New Regulations
Business & Finance
The fresh pledges of support come amid calls from congressional members to shore up protections for states that have legalized marijuana.
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin sets vote for medical marijuana ballot measure - Cannabis News
Politics
Oklahoma voters will get to decide on June 26 whether to legalize medical marijuana.

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