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Legislation and Regulation

A New Marijuana Lobbying Effort Just Sprung Up in D.C. With John Boehner at Its Head

The National Cannabis Roundtable will be spearheaded by former House Speaker and Acreage Holdings board member John Boehner.

February 11, 2019

Legislation and Regulation

Sen. Ron Wyden Introduces S. 420, a Bill to Legalize Marijuana

"The federal prohibition of marijuana is wrong, plain and simple," Wyden said.

February 11, 2019

Legislation and Regulation

Federal Court Recognizes Free Speech for Cannabis Producer, Connecticut Lawmakers Introduce Adult-Use Legalization Bill: Week in Review

In a ruling in favor of New Mexico’s Ultra Health, a federal judge recognized the First Amendment protections guaranteed to medical cannabis producers.

January 25, 2019

Nebraska

Nebraska Marijuana Policy Reform Advocates Establish Campaign Committee to Support 2020 Ballot Initiative

The group, Nebraskans for Sensible Marijuana Laws, will prioritize a medical marijuana ballot initiative and is researching additional marijuana reform opportunities.

December 13, 2018

Arkansas

Arkansas' Two Cannabis Trade Associations Merge

The ACIA and AMMA merger brings a stronger, more effective voice for medical cannabis advocacy and education.

December 11, 2018

Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

Music Legend David Crosby Joins NORML Advisory Board

Crosby will lend his talents to bring legalization "to the entire country."

October 18, 2018

Advocacy for Cannabis Legalization

Marijuana Policy Project Adds Three New Members to Board of Directors

New board members include Sal Pace, Sheri Orlowitz and Les Szabo.

October 9, 2018

Idaho

Idaho Advocates for Cannabis Reform Gather at Town Hall Meeting

Advocates gathered at the Boise Public Library to express their desire for legislation change for both medical and recreational marijuana use.

October 8, 2018

Legislation and Regulation

Marijuana Policy Project Endorses North Dakota Ballot Initiative to Legalize Marijuana for Adults

The marijuana policy reform group is throwing its support behind the local grassroots effort to pass Measure 3, which would make marijuana legal for adults 21 and older and expunge past marijuana-related convictions.

September 19, 2018

Interviews & Opinion

California Cannabis Advocate Joins Farming Cooperative to Help Small Growers Succeed

Hezekiah Allen has left the California Grower’s Association to pursue a role at the Emerald Grown farming cooperative.

September 19, 2018

California

Cannabis Advocate Steps Down From California Growers Association, Headed to Farming Co-Op

Hezekiah Allen will join the Emerald Grown farming cooperative.

September 18, 2018

Washington

Washington Cannabis Farmer Advocates for Sustainable Outdoor Cultivation Through Leadership Role With Nonprofit

Crystal Oliver, co-founder of Washington’s Finest Cannabis, has been appointed executive director for the Washington Sungrowers Industry Association.

September 17, 2018