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Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Proposed by Legalization Opponents in New Jersey

The measure, proposed by State Sen. Ronald Rice and State Sen. Robert Singer, would decriminalize the possession of small amounts of cannabis and address concerns about racially discriminatory arrests.

Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission Mulls Governor's Order To 'Go Slow' With Draft Regulations

Gov. Charlie Baker's recent comments have garnered backlash among marijuana advocates.

Back to the Drawing Board for Bill to Stop Enforcement of Marijuana Laws in St. Louis

The City Board of Aldermen held a public hearing on Board Bill 180, which would direct St. Louis police not to spend time or energy enforcing cannabis laws.

Canadian Senate Deal on Cannabis Bill Timeline Means No Sales Before August

Now, Canadians probably can't expect to buy legal marijuana before early August.

California Special Needs Students Would Be Allowed to Use Medical Marijuana in School Under New Legislation

Sen. Jerry Hill's measure would allow a parent or guardian to administer the drug on school campuses where the practice has been approved by the county board of education.

Berkeley, Calif., Cuts Its Cannabis Tax Rate in Half to Attract, Keep Businesses

The tax rate, now 5 percent, is among the lowest in the Bay Area and could put pressure on neighboring cities to cut theirs, too.

North Dakota's Recreational Marijuana Petitions Run Into Problems

4,000 have signed so far.

Bay Area Lawmaker's Bill Would Protect California's Medical Marijuana Patients from Losing Their Jobs

Assemblyman Rob Bonta has introduced a bill that would prevent companies from refusing to employ people simply because they use cannabis to ease an injury or illness.

No Decision After Oral Arguments in Cannabis Lawsuit Against Jeff Sessions, U.S. Department of Justice

The lawsuit targets the Controlled Substances Act's definition of cannabis.

Central Oregon Cannabis Leaders Launch Celebrate Cannabis

Industry group forms to support cannabis education, regulation, collaboration and celebration.

Berkeley, Calif., City Council Votes to Become Sanctuary City for Cannabis

The city will prohibit city agencies and employees from turning over information on legal cannabis activities and assisting in enforcing federal marijuana laws.

Nevada Irrigation District Clarifies Report On Cannabis Cultivation Effects On Water Demand

If customers exceed the 1,250 gallons/day the district reaches out and either helps customers to reduce usage or offers an upgrade.

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