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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...

Feb 16, 2023

US Senate Committee Advances Bill Facilitating Cannabis Research Among Veterans

Recently conducted observational trials in Israel and the United Kingdom have documented improved symptoms following the use of cannabis products among patients with post-traumatic stress. These outcomes include statistically significant changes in sleep ...

Feb 14, 2023

State Policy Weekly Update 2/14/2023

Highlights include: AZ, CO, GA, KS, ME, MD, NH, NM, RI, TX, VT, VA, and WV The post State Policy Weekly Update 2/14/2023 appeared first on NORML.

Feb 14, 2023

Virginia: Republican-Led Subcommittee Again Rejects Marijuana Sales Legislation in Party-Line Vote

"This vote is another huge disappointment for Virginians, the majority of whom favor swift access to retail sales," added Pedini. "Legislation providing regulatory oversight is the best way for the Commonwealth to protect cannabis consumers. By failing to...

Feb 13, 2023

NORML Op-ed: President Biden: What Happened to Those Marijuana Pardons You Promised?

Many of those eligible for forgiveness have suffered numerous lost opportunities over the years because of a lingering conviction for behavior that most Americans no longer believe should be a crime. They should not have to continue to wait for relief any...

Feb 10, 2023

Texas: San Antonio Voters to Decide on Marijuana Depenalization Ordinance

Voters in several Texas cities – including Austin, Denton, Elgin, Harker Heights, Killeen, and San Marcos – have approved similar ballot measures. The post Texas: San Antonio Voters to Decide on Marijuana Depenalization Ordinance appeared first on NOR...

Feb 07, 2023

State Policy Weekly Update 2/7/2023

Highlights include: DE, GA, HI, IA, MD, MN, MO, NB, NH, NY, NC, ND, OH, SD, TN, WA, and WV. The post State Policy Weekly Update 2/7/2023 appeared first on NORML.

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