"The results show that the majority of U.S. consumers perceive cannabis (as CBD, hemp, marijuana, and THC) as having medical uses and view the potential for abuse of cannabis as less than for commonly prescribed medications and alcohol."
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Here's a breakdown of which Governors and where are calling for the enactment of meaningful marijuana reform in 2021.
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"Whether or not one supports marijuana legalization, Americans should be outraged at these overtly undemocratic tactics."
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A5211/S3320 would impose civil fines between $50-250 for those ages 18-20 who are in possession of up to six ounces of marijuana.
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"Our study found that there is no link to marijuana use and an increase in cardiovascular disease. Furthermore, there may be a link between marijuana use and lowered risk of cardiovascular disease."
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"In examining marijuana use before and after legalization of recreational sales in California, we found that frequency of use did not change significantly overall, including following legalization."
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Welcome to the first Weekly Legislative Roundup of 2021, on the NORML blog every Friday!
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Senator Schumer's ascension to Majority Leader will mark the first time in US history that the upper chamber is led by a Senator who is openly calling for cannabis legalization.
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"Statewide, Illinoisans hold hundreds of thousands of low-level cannabis-related records, a burden disproportionately shouldered by communities of color."
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Adults may legally possess up to one ounce of marijuana and/or privately cultivate up to four mature cannabis plants.
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