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Obama Supports D.C. Cannabis with New Budget Proposal
Lisa Rough - Published on February 4, 2015Read morePresident Obama’s budget proposal for 2016 contains a little beacon of hope for Washington, D.C. residents who are frustrated by Congress’ efforts to block retail cannabis legalization.
Obama’s Nomination for U.S. Attorney General Does Not Support Cannabis Legalization
Lisa Rough - Published on January 29, 2015Read morePresident Obama’s nomination for Attorney General has already taken a stance against cannabis legalization, saying it’s not the Department of Justice’s position to support it.
3 Federal Loopholes and Hypocrisies That Create Problems for the Cannabis Industry
Lisa Rough - Published on January 28, 2015Read moreThe federal government’s stance towards cannabis has created a series of loopholes and hypocrisies that have created problems for the cannabis industry. Here are three glaring examples:
Pediatricians Make Recommendation to Decriminalize and Reclassify Cannabis
Lisa Rough - Published on January 27, 2015Read moreThe American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended cannabis be reclassified from Schedule I so research can be conducted on potential benefits for children with debilitating diseases.
Which State Buys the Most Cannabis in America?
Rebecca Kelley - Published on January 26, 2015Read moreAccording to The Economist, one state leads the United States in cannabis sales despite the fact that it still hasn’t yet legalized recreational cannabis.
New Hampshire Medical Marijuana Dispensary Applications Due January 28
Rebecca Kelley - Published on January 26, 2015Read moreIf you intend to open a medical marijuana dispensary in lovely New Hampshire, you have until this coming Wednesday, January 28, to submit your application to the state.
Virginia Sees the Alarming Effects of Epilepsy and Georgia Won’t Take “No” For an Answer: The Leafly Cannabis Legalization Update
Lisa Rough - Published on January 26, 2015Read moreWe’re seeing a clear trend of more states considering decriminalization in addition to cannabis legalization efforts. Here’s what’s been happening both domestically and internationally:
Cannabis News by the Numbers: January 2015 Edition
Sara Dilley - Published on January 23, 2015Read moreAs momentum for the cannabis industry grows, so do the facts and figures. We’re here to break them down for you in our new series, Cannabis by the Numbers!
Virginia Considers Decriminalization and Cannabis Oil Legalization
Lisa Rough - Published on January 23, 2015Read moreThe Virginia General Assembly will be considering several upcoming cannabis bills, including a decriminalization bill and the legalization of medical cannabis oil.
Jamaica Considering Cannabis Legalization Bill
Lisa Rough - Published on January 22, 2015Read moreThe Jamaican cabinet approved a bill to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of cannabis and grant businesses licenses for developing medicinal marijuana.