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Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

Congressional Leaders and Social Justice Advocates Call for Cannabis Decriminalization During Cannabis Summit in Washington, DC

Last Prisoner Project brings together 30+ organizations for 420 Unity Day of Action press conference, lobby day, and White House candlelight vigil.

April 16, 2024

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Coalition Forms to Support Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

ResponsiblePA advocates say legalization will put the commonwealth on a level playing field with neighboring states.

March 20, 2024

Florida

Coalition of Leading Florida Cannabis Operators Forms Florida Medical Marijuana Trade Association

The association’s mission is to advocate for Florida’s cannabis patients and industry.

February 29, 2024

International

Behind DEA’s 1975 Admission That Rescheduling Cannabis Does Not Violate International Treaty

The DEA’s refusal to reschedule cannabis nearly 50 years ago derived from HHS predecessor’s failure to recognize its medical value, not a 1961 treaty.

February 22, 2024

Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

Mike Tyson Urges President Biden to Release People Incarcerated For Federal Cannabis Offenses

In his letter to Biden, the former pro boxer indicated his support for The Weldon Project, an organization dedicated to securing the release of people serving time for cannabis-related offenses and providing pathways toward expungement.

February 21, 2024

Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

National Cannabis Roundtable Announces Addition of Safe Champion and Former Congressman Ed Perlmutter to Federal Policy Leadership Team

A long-term member of the House Financial Services Committee, Congressman Perlmutter was the lead sponsor of the SAFE Banking Act and a champion for common-sense cannabis reforms throughout his time in the U.S. House of Representatives.

February 1, 2024

Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

National Cannabis Roundtable Continues Growth in New Year, Welcomes New Members

The NCR has announced the addition of Ascend Wellness Holdings, Proper Brands and Verano to its membership.

January 30, 2024

Florida

11 States That Could Legalize Cannabis in 2024

Our CBT future tellers once again are predicting which states will reform their cannabis policies this year.

January 22, 2024

Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

Marijuana Policy Project Raises Money to Launch Cannabis Justice Fund

“Generous donors” will match every dollar donated to the organization for Giving Tuesday, aiming to raise $20,000 to launch the Cannabis Justice Fund to help secure just and humane cannabis policies nationwide.

November 13, 2023

Ohio

Ohio Voters Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis in Redemption Election

Eight years after a previous ballot measure failed, the Buckeye State is now the 24th in the U.S. to legalize cannabis for adults 21 and older.

November 7, 2023

Ohio

Live Cannabis Election Coverage: Ohio Voters Approve Adult-Use Measure

The Buckeye State is the 24th in the U.S to legalize adult-use cannabis eight years after voters rejected a previous measure.

November 7, 2023

Oregon

Earl Blumenauer, Cannabis Reform Champion, Won’t Seek Reelection

The Oregon Democrat who founded the Congressional Cannabis Caucus has served his current U.S. House district since 1996.

October 30, 2023