Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization: Page 6

Industry Advocates, Stakeholders Appraise Schumer’s Cannabis Bill

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act aims to federally legalize cannabis “this year,” according to the majority leader.

Schumer and Company File Federal Cannabis Legalization Bill

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act would decriminalize cannabis at the federal level, leaving regulatory choices to the states.

Texas Ag Commissioner: Medical Cannabis Fundamental Principle of ‘True Democracy’

Sid Miller, the state’s agriculture commissioner, said in a recent editorial that cannabis prohibition came from an authoritarian desire to control others.

Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana Likely a Signature Bust

As the July 7 deadline looms, the grassroots ballot initiative effort to legalize medical cannabis still needs several thousand signatures.

Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana About 50K Signatures Short

With two weeks left in the ballot campaign, optimism has turned into apprehension for legalization proponents.

Kentucky Governor Issues Executive Order on Medical Cannabis; Names 17 to Advisory Board

Gov. Andy Beshear announced the members of the Team Kentucky Medical Cannabis Advisory Committee that will steer him on providing patient access.

More Than Half of Missouri Voters Support Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

A recent SurveyUSA poll found that 62% of voters are in favor of legalization as activists work to place an adult-use measure on the state’s 2022 ballot.

UPDATE: Rhode Island Becomes 19th State to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

State lawmakers in the House and Senate approved legislation to fully legalize cannabis, sending the bill to Gov. Dan McKee’s desk.

Medical Cannabis a No-Go in Kansas This Legislative Session

State lawmakers adjourned without the Senate acting on a proposal.

Delaware Adult-Use Cannabis Bill One Vote Shy of House Passage Amidst Key Lawmaker’s Absence

With a colleague out sick, state Rep. Ed Osienski changed his vote to “no” to reserve the right for another roll call on his sponsored bill next month.

Rhode Island Adult-Use Cannabis Bills Head to House, Senate Floors

The advancements come after committee approvals of substitute bills that include automatic expungement for cannabis convictions.

Rhode Island Senate, House Lawmakers Align on Cannabis Legalization; Votes Expected

A key amendment added to companion adult-use bills is scheduled to be considered in committee this week, followed by floor action next week.

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