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Jul 26, 2023

Minnesota: Adult Use Legalization Law Takes Effect Next Week

"Nearly half of all Americans now reside in a jurisdiction where the adult use of cannabis is legal," NORML's Deputy Director Paul Armentano said. "To date, no state has moved to either curtail or repeal these legalization laws. That's because these polic...

Jul 25, 2023

NORML Op-Ed: Workplace Drug Testing Rules Must Comport with Cannabis' Evolving Legal Status

Those who consume alcohol legally and responsibly while away from their jobs aren't punished by their employers unless their work performance is adversely impacted. Those who legally consume cannabis should be held to a similar standard. The post NORML Op...

Jul 21, 2023

Analysis: One in Seven Use Cannabis to Recover from Work-Related Injuries

"Our study provides novel information on workers' use of cannabis for their work-related conditions, a population for which little data exist. … Findings of this study demonstrate workers are turning to cannabis many months following the onset of th...

Jul 19, 2023

There's No Stopping the Cannabis Revolution

Earlier this month, Marylanders experienced their first taste of cannabis freedom. In a few weeks, Minnesotans will join them. Who will be the next? The post There's No Stopping the Cannabis Revolution appeared first on NORML.

Jul 14, 2023

Study: Cannabis Use Enhances 'Runner's High' During Exercise

Data suggests that endocannabinoids (namely anandamide), rather than endorphins, are responsible for the so-called 'runner's high' experience. The post Study: Cannabis Use Enhances 'Runner's High' During Exercise appeared first on NORML.

Jul 13, 2023

Michigan Ends Marijuana Pre-Employment Screens for Most State Employees

The Michigan Civil Service Commission has voted unanimously to adopt new rules ending the practice of pre-employment marijuana screening for most state workers. Under the new policy, those previously denied positions because of a failed marijuana test are...

Jul 12, 2023

Ohio: Advocates Turn In Nearly Twice the Number of Signatures Necessary to Place Marijuana Legalization Initiative on November's Ballot

A statewide poll of likely voters reported strong support for adult-use legalization among Democrats (79 percent) and Independents (61 percent), but far less support among Republicans (40 percent). The post Ohio: Advocates Turn In Nearly Twice the Number...

Jul 12, 2023

State Policy Weekly Update 7/12/2023

This week's updates include developments in: CA, MA, ME, NJ, NY, & PA. The post State Policy Weekly Update 7/12/2023 appeared first on NORML.

Jul 07, 2023

Major Changes to Cannabis Law Take Effect Around the U.S.

Thanks to your advocacy, activism, and support, dozens of new marijuana laws took effect around the country this month. The post Major Changes to Cannabis Law Take Effect Around the U.S. appeared first on NORML.

Jul 06, 2023

California Addresses 90% of Cannabis Cases in Expungement Efforts

Seven years after California voters passed Proposition 64 in 2016, successfully legalizing marijuana possession, cultivation, and sales, the courts are finally nearly finished relieving all qualifying cannabis cases. The post California Addresses 90% ...

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