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Cannabis grow Proposal heads back to Planning Commission

DENVER (AP) -- Congress is showing an increased willingness to let VA doctors talk to veterans about medical marijuana in states where it's legal, although final approval is far from certain.

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Cone Denim first to launch US-grown hemp in BastCore collaboration

The House passed an amendment Thursday giving vets easier access to medical marijuana.

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Another Study To Examine Cannabis Product Potency

The Drug Enforcement Agency has given its blessing to a study on the effect of medical marijuana on post-traumatic stress disorder, the first randomized, controlled research in the U.S. for PTSD that will use the actual plant instead of oils or synthesized cannabis.

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47% of U.S. Cannabis Consumers Report Choosing Cannabis Products Over Alcohol

The Drug Enforcement Agency has given its blessing to a study on the effect of medical marijuana on post-traumatic stress disorder, the first randomized, controlled research in the U.S. for PTSD that will use the actual plant instead of oils or synthesized cannabis.

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Chuck Schumer says U.S. Congress is close to passing cannabis banking and expungement bill

The Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday passed an amendment that would let Veterans Affairs doctors discuss and recommend marijuana as a potential medical treatment in states where it is legal.

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Weed Professionals Give Mixed Reception To Reintroduction Of Cannabis Banking Bill In Congress

The Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday passed an amendment that would let Veterans Affairs doctors discuss and recommend marijuana as a potential medical treatment in states where it is legal.

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The Marijuana Mansion: The ‘highest’ haunted house around

TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- A growing number of states are weighing whether to legalize marijuana to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. But for many veterans, the debate is already over.

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Brands want to capitalize on 4/20 munchies. Pot advocates say it’s time to grow up - Cannabis News

Medical marijuana is legal in New York, but veterans’ doctors are still forbidden from recommending it.

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Arizona Cannabis Company makes it onto the ‘Inc. 5000’ List

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) — U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand wants the Department of Veterans Affairs to allow its doctors to discuss medical marijuana with patients in states where medical marijuana is legal.

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Group tries to get Missouri recreational marijuana taken off November ballot

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) — U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand wants the Department of Veterans Affairs to allow its doctors to discuss medical marijuana with patients in states where medical marijuana is legal.

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Delta-8 THC is legal in many states, but some want to ban it

Veterans and supporters finishing up the Veterans Day Parade in Austin Texas. Image: Texans for Responsible Marijuana Policy via Facebook

United States military veterans rallied at a parade in Texas on Wednesday for the right to treat their war wounds, both physical and psychological, with medical marijuana, which remains illegal under federal law and is strictly limited in Texas.

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Connecticut hemp farmers want to be given preference for growing Recreational Marijuana

Veteran Jose Martinez, who lost three limbs in Afghanistan, found relief to his pain with medical marijuana. Image: Shanna Hogan, Phoenix New Times
 
As part of its work, the group collects donations of cannabis and makes it accessible to veterans who cannot afford it. 
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What Will Australian Import Changes Mean for Local Cannabis Growers?

Visitors to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, in 2010. Image: U.S. Department of Defense via Wikimedia Commons
 
TOPEKA (KSNT) — A nationwide argument between the veterans’ administration and groups which represent the rights of veterans emerged in Topeka Tuesday.
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Your Genes Have A Surprising Impact On How Marijuana Affects You

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Some veterans groups are calling on state and federal officials to recognize the benefits of legal marijuana as a treatment for chronic pain and PTSD.
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Minnesota study finds that medical pot soothes cancer pains - Cannabis News

Dr. Ray Estacio, a member of the Colorado Board of Health, confers with Deborah Nelson, board administrator, during testimony to add post-traumatic disorder to the list of ailments eligible for treatment with medical marijuana during a hearing before the board in Denver. (David Zalubowski, AP)
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Colorado declines to become 10th state to include condition in medical marijuana program.

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Gallup Poll Finds Almost Half Of US Adults Have Tried Marijuana

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If you live in the District or one of the 23 states that have legalized marijuana and you work for the federal government, think twice before lighting a joint.
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