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Mar 08, 2023

Oklahomans Reject Adult-Use Legalization Ballot Measure

Oklahomans who engage in marijuana-related activities, but who are not registered in the state's medical program will continue to face some of the strictest penalties in the nation. The post Oklahomans Reject Adult-Use Legalization Ballot Measure appeared...

Mar 07, 2023

NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri Stepping Down from Leadership Position

Altieri assumed the leadership role in November 2016, directing NORML during one of the more successful periods in the marijuana law reform movement's history. The post NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri Stepping Down from Leadership Position appear...

Mar 07, 2023

A Bright Future for Marijuana Legalization

NORML only exists and succeeds because of the support of passionate and dedicated individuals like you. With you standing shoulder to shoulder with us, we will continue to take our fight to city councils, state legislatures, and to Congress. Together, we ...

Mar 03, 2023

Justice Department Website Opens Portal for Those Seeking Presidential Pardon Certificates

After a several month delay, the Justice Department has opened the online application process for those persons eligible to receive certificates indicating that their marijuana-related convictions have been pardoned by the President. The post Justice Depa...

Mar 02, 2023

Op-Ed: Cannabis Legalization Is Overdue in Delaware

Delaware deserves to go green in 2023. We deserve regulated cannabis. The post Op-Ed: Cannabis Legalization Is Overdue in Delaware appeared first on NORML.

Mar 01, 2023

State Policy Weekly Update 3/1/2023

Highlights in: GA, IL, ME, MD, MN, MT, NY, ND, SC,SD, TN, TX and WA. The post State Policy Weekly Update 3/1/2023 appeared first on NORML.

Feb 24, 2023

Alaska: Supreme Court Orders Prior Cannabis Convictions to Be Sealed From Public View

Those previously convicted of possessing one ounce or less of cannabis are eligible for record sealing. It is estimated that some 800 Alaskans will receive relief under the order, which takes effect May 1, 2023. The post Alaska: Supreme Court Orders Prior...

Feb 23, 2023

Oklahoma: Voters Days Away from Deciding Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization Measure

"Historically, when voters are provided the choice at the ballot box, they choose legalization and regulation. This has been the outcome not only in traditionally 'blue' states like California and Oregon, but also in traditionally 'red' states like Montan...

Feb 22, 2023

State Policy Weekly Update 2/22/2023

Highlights include: CA, CO, GA, HI, IL, MD, MN, MO, NC, ND, NH, NM, NY, OH, PA, SC, TN, UT, VT, and WA. The post State Policy Weekly Update 2/22/2023 appeared first on NORML.

Feb 17, 2023

CDC Report: Rates of Current Marijuana Use Among Teens Has Steadily Declined Over Past Decade

NORML's Deputy Director Paul Armentano said, "These latest findings add to the growing body of scientific literature showing that legalization policies can be implemented in a manner that provides access for adults while simultaneously limiting yout...

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