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Medical marijuana advocates have been trying to pass a bill to allow But many of the advocates who supported the vetoed marijuana bill
The first, backed by Sharfstein and the group's medical and law enforcement officials, would treat medical marijuana as an investigational drug.
Cops Say the War on Marijuana Has Failed, Let States End Prohibition WASHINGTON, DC -- The first-ever Congressional bill to let states
Welcome to Tulsa NORML's local chapter. We will be working in the greater Tulsa area to lessen penalties and save Tulsa taxpayers' money by allowing the
Medical Marijuana Legislation Update. The Washington Legislature is currently considering two bills relating to medical marijuana or cannabis.
Brian Schweitzer of Montana, a Democrat, vetoed a bill that would have repealed the state's voter-approved medical marijuana law. Even so, Mr. Schweitzer
A group representing law enforcement officials across Delaware declared its opposition last week to legislation currently before the state
January 24, 2012 - The California legislature will soon be voting on two marijuana reform bills that seem to be more popular with the public than with the
hey tard, they spell it that way on the bill. besides they are taking out tetrahydracanabinol, THC… so you can smoke what ever marijuana huana
Would passing legislation to legalize marijuana reduce its consumption? Topic: Health Debates. 21 Contributors in this discussion. Yes. 14% of users
A bill making possession of small amounts of pot just a $150 fine heads to the Conn. governor's desk, expected to become law.
Research conducted at UAB and published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that light to moderate smoking of
Michigan's former attorney general Mike Cox said that the state needs to clarify medical marijuana laws - but he also thinks the process needs
During his run for the presidency, Obama instilled hope in medical marijuana supporters by pledging to respect state laws on the matter. Over the past eight
How many Democrats do we need to elect to Congress before such commonsense laws are passed to rein in some of the excesses of past
Regardless of any state or city having passed laws allowing medical or medicinal marijuana or has otherwise decriminalized possession of marijuana.
California's Medical Marijuana Law Conflict between State and Federal Law Federal Marijuana Law Other Applicable Laws Becoming a Legal Patient Becoming
Anticipating both a November 2012 ballot initiative and state legislation to legalize medicinal marijuana, social services agencies in Coeur
The law enforcement community's views were in sharp contrast to the patients and medical marijuana activists who also testified before the
Montana has allowed medical marijuana since 2004. Today, the Senate joined the House in passing a reform bill. It now heads to the Governor
Medical marijuana pending legislation, bills, and ballot measures in 2011.
The first Congressional marijuana legalization bill is now in Congress -- please support it! H.R. 2306, the Ending Federal Marijuana Prohibition
But a medical marijuana bill was introduced only a year ago in the state House and Senate, and the Democratic and Republican candidates for
A bill pending in the state legislature could make Massachusetts the 17th state in the country to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes.
Bill C-10, the "Safer Streets and Communities Act" calls for mandatory minimum sentences for growing as few as 6 marijuana plants! This bill, also known as the
How is the Illinois marijuana law different from the one in the state of Colorado? Are patients who need it for medical use required certification
There have been two main political players advocating to reform federal marijuana laws. The Marijuana Policy Project and National
A Virginia lawmaker's proposal to study the possibility of selling marijuana through state-run liquor stores has gone up in smoke.
Members of Congress will bring forth a bill today that supporters say is the first ever introduced to end federal law s blanket prohibition of
In the past two years, Landwehr said, Finney never spoke with her about the marijuana legislation. It is typical for legislators to open a dialogue
Our results suggest that the passage of a medical marijuana law is associated with an almost 5 percent reduction in the total suicide rate, an 11
The Raymond P. Shafer Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act, has been re -introduced as Senate Bill 1003 and House Bill 1653! SB1003 was assigned to
The bills are offered as an update of the state's marijuana laws that proponents say will save money and bring Connecticut into line with 15
The government spends roughly $14 billion per year on prohibition.
An essay or paper on Legislation of Marijuana Use. The purpose of this study was to examine the trends in public opinion toward the issue of the legalization of
Advocates who want to take California's medical marijuana law to the next level so it can be fully legalized and taxed are putting the political
The measure, expected to be signed by the governor by next Tuesday, would make the state the region's first to legalize medical marijuana.
Federal Way enacts moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries | Legislature approves licensing bill. By CASEY J. OLSON Federal Way
Jared Polis of Boulder to clarify the current policy of federal law enforcement regarding medical marijuana. Under Colorado's Amendment 20
For nearly a decade, advocates of expanded use of medical marijuana have been spurned by the Texas Legislature — but giving up isn't how
State Medical Marijuana Laws. Updated August 2011. In 1996, California voters passed Proposition 215, making the Golden State the first in the union to allow
GOP Introduces Legislation To Imprison You For Smoking Legal Marijuana Overseas. October 9, 2011. By Stephen D. Foster Jr.
Ellen Story, D-Amherst, responding to the 69 percent of the voters in her district who instructed her to vote “in favor of legislation that would
The State's medical marijuana dispensaries are reacting to news about the Governor refusing to sign legislation which would bring the drug
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If state or local law enforcement confiscates the medical weed in the event of an arrest, the resolution calls for the cannabis to be kept safe and
Currently, America's marijuana laws are essentially an exponentially larger version of the St. Olaf alcohol policy. Both are overbearing
2011 State Marijuana Laws: 15 of the United States - Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, Maine, Michigan, Montana,
Legislation To End Federal Marijuana Ban To Be Introduced In Congress Marijuana Bill In Congress: Barney Frank, Ron Paul Legislation
In a joint 106-page petition to the DEA, they said states that have passed medical marijuana laws need to be able to regulate its distribution without fear of
While it may not be traded on Wall Street any time soon, marijuana has become a booming cash crop. CNBC's Trish Regan goes behind the scenes to explore
Maine has allowed prescribing, and limited possession, of medical marijuana since 1999 but the law lacked any distribution mechanism and questions arose of
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Book Description: The cannabis sativa plant, more commonly known as marijuana, has been used medicinally for millenia and continues to play a significant
This is not what Washington voters had in mind in 1998 when they overwhelmingly called for compassionate medical marijuana laws.
Marijuana and paraphernalia seized by state or local law enforcement officials from a patient or primary care-giver in connection with the claimed medical use of
This blog covers Alabama politics, drug policy reform with emphasis on marijuana laws, medical marijuana, prison reform, voting rights, equal
Members of the House on Thursday introduced legislation that would scale back federal authority over marijuana, and reduce sentences
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That butts federal law up against referendums in states like Michigan allowing medical marijuana, and medical marijuana dispensaries and
"I have heard no discussion of it in Naperville and I do not personally support changing the existing laws governing marijuana use," Naperville
Medical marijuana laws present problems for employers. Luke Vezey, a Colorado Springs man with a medical marijuana card state law requires to light up
What's Going on with the PA Medical Marijuana Bill? » PhillyNow: A blog about Philadelphia news, politics and culture published by
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Sen. Steve Murphy, DFL-Winona, has been the chief backer of a bill to allow medical marijuana for seriously ill patients, but he's not sure
Canada's marijuana law and the debate over decriminalization. Lisa Khoo, CBC News Online | May 2001 | Updated Nov. 25, 2004. Ever since marijuana was
At a campaign stop in Concord, N.H. on Thursday, GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum spent more than an hour sparring with college
Barney Frank of Massachusetts are joining forces to introduce a bill that would end the federal government's crackdown on marijuana. Despite
Delaware has taken one more step toward legalizing the use of marijuana for medical purposes. However, the medical marijuana legislation
Marijuana research summaries; scientific and legal arguments for medical marijuana; search engine for research reports on marijuana, dependency and health;
Législation vis à vis de la possession de cannabis. Cette page présente un aperçu des législations sur le cannabis et marijuana.
America's first marijuana law was enacted at Jamestown Colony, Virginia in 1619 . It was a law “ordering” all farmers to grow Indian hempseed. There were
New bill poses another attempt for a cannabis-friendly Kansas.
He's an 18-year-old the law defines as a man. He comes from a solid middle- class family. He's.
We are very pleased to announce that there are currently two campaigns to put a medical marijuana bill before Ohio voters in November 2012.
Thirteen states have already decriminalized marijuana possession, but a Rhode Island bill failed to pass the General Assembly when it was first
TRENTON, N.J. - The Legislature approved a bill yesterday that would make New Jersey the 14th state to allow chronically ill patients access to
The cultivation, possession, use and supply of cannabis is illegal throughout Australia as is its importation. Some states have moved towards
use of marijuana for medicinal purposes' and its applicability to Federal firearms laws. The purpose of this open letter is to provide guidance on
Attorney General Bill Schuette says the law has turned the state into a "pot free- for-all."
States with Pending Legislation/Ballot Measures to Legalize Medical Marijuana. Thirteen states have presented bills for legalizing medical marijuana in their
AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE MONTANA MARIJUANA ACT AND REVISING LAWS RELATING TO THE USE OF MARIJUANA; CREATING A
Medical marijuana legislation was introduced in the Idaho House today, where Rep. Tom Trail, R-Moscow, introduced HB 370 as a personal
Kansas' medical-marijuana community is taking its semi-regular shot at legalizing medical pot. As usual, it's a bit of a Hail Mary.Lawmakers on
Medical marijuana patients in Florida may be one step closer to lighting up legally thanks to a state senator.
Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) and Rep. Ron Paul (R-Texas) will introduce legislation on Thursday to end the federal ban on marijuana and let
The House is doing what it can to protect the medical marijuana dispensaries with a bill that has been proposed to allow the marijuana industry
Recognising that marijuana and hashish consumption cause very little social or personal harm, Holland's laws were changed to differentiate relatively benign
Please note that the information on cannabis and the law given on this The possession of up to 100 grams of marijuana, 20 grams of hash (the resin from the
Montana's medical marijuana law may soon become the worst in the nation. The Montana Cannabis Industry Association has taken the lead in the fight, please
"Legislators are still nervous about seeming weak in the war on drugs," said Bolkcom, who introduced medical-marijuana legislation in the last
Provides U.S. Marijuana Laws, Facts About Marijuana, Marijuana Drug Testing, Drug Detection Times, Medical Marijuana, and Information About Your Rights.
Strange bedfellows in the world of medical marijuana now that the dispensary business might start to unravel in
Douglas Hiatt says attorneys like him have a nickname for SB 5073, the gutted shell of a medical-marijuana reform bill
Health Canada facts about the medical use of marihuana with links to legislation, patient and health professional information, advisory
The change brought Maine's law in line with the current laws in Rhode Island, Vermont, and most of the other medical marijuana states with a
The grass is greener in the Garden State - and a whole lot cheaper, too.New Jersey's medical marijuana law is a looming cloud for New York
The History of Anti-Marijuana Sentiment in Federal Law and How Harry Anslinger's . since the first federal marijuana legislation was passed in 1937.5
Today, a bi-partisan group of representatives introduced the first federal bill since 1937 aimed at ending marijuana prohibition. To coincide with
The state's medical marijuana law is often described as ambiguous and poorly crafted.
Today the Connecticut House of Representatives passed SB 1014, a bill to make possession of less than 14 grams of marijuana a non-criminal
It's still the law. Cannabis (marijuana) was listed in medical texts to treat over 100 different health conditions, prior to its ban in 1937 over the objections of the
(c) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no physician in this state shall be punished, or denied any right or privilege, for having recommended marijuana
Marijuana Law Reform. Arrests for possession of small amounts of marijuana constitute one of the most common drug-related points of entry into the criminal
Allen St. Pierre, head of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, says the Mexican law is part of changing global attitudes
Marijuana Legislation in Texas. There are currently two Bills regarding cannabis in the Texas Legislature. The same two Bills have been introduced in the past,
The new law decriminalizes possession of less than one-half ounce of marijuana for personal use. It is important for all adults who work with youth to emphasize
Although the use or possession of non-medical marijuana is still illegal in the state of Connecticut, recent legislation has decriminalized the
Legislation introduced this summer has some Michigan residents worried that lawmakers' attempt to clear up confusion would limit medical
Law School hosts marijuana reform symposium. Former Mich. Attorney General Mike Cox was keynote speaker. By DAMON FLEMINGS | The
Declan O'Scanlon will propose legislation that would prohibit towns and counties from interfering with the development of medical marijuana
Attorneys Representiing Dispensaries & Businesses in the Arizona Medical Marijuana Industry.
The first-ever Congressional bill to let states legalize marijuana is a bipartisan effort, and the group of police and judges who make up LEAP,
WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) -- Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) and Rep. Ron Paul (R-Tex.) said they will introduce a bill on Thursday to let
“While I applaud the efforts of the federal government, it is important to enact a statewide law restricting the sale of synthetic marijuana to make
The bill is designed to raise revenue for the state, but it also regulating and taxing marijuana is simply common sense.
According to the Jersey legislation, marijuana can only be distributed at the doctor's recommendation, and only to patients with one of five
As other states decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana, don't look for Pennsylvania to ease pot laws any time soon.
A new year, a new marijuana bill in California. Sen. Mark Leno (D-San Francisco) introduced a new bill last week that would make it illegal for
To date, 16 states have passed medical marijuana laws, yet very little is Medical marijuana laws (hereafter MMLs) remove state-level penalties for using,
Mark Pocan, D-Madison, will announce Wednesday his intention to reintroduce a bill that would make medical marijuana legal in Wisconsin.
Here is an excerpt from a Marijuana Policy Project email alert: “With the passage of this bill, the General Assembly has let seriously ill patients
In 2003 and 2004, the Government of Canada introduced versions of a bill that would “decriminalize” minor marijuana-related offences.(1) This
SB 1003 was proposed in the 2011-2012 Pennsylvania legislative session regarding medicinal marijuana. The bill, also known as "The
Ch. 69.51A RCW - Medical Marijuana; Legislative Information on SB 5073, Washington
Superior and appellate courts in Ontario have repeatedly declared Canada's marijuana laws to be of no force and effect. However, challenges to marijuana laws
Assembly Bill Would Let Cops Focus on Violent Crimes.
To see other NDP statements relating to drug policy, click here and look under the title "Modernizing Marijuana Laws." February 12, 2004:
For most of human history, marijuana has been completely legal. It's not a recently discovered plant, nor is illegality a long-standing law. Marijuana has been
Representatives Barney Frank (D-Mass.) and Ron Paul (R-Texas) introduced a bill Thursday that would end federal prohibition of marijuana
The Kansas Cannabis Compassionate Care Act, a bill that would have made marijuana use legal for people with certain debilitating medical
But back to the micro-segment covered by this bill. Marijuana has therapeutic value. This is now an established medical fact. It's generally
The Edward O. Hawkins and Thomas C. Slater Medical Marijuana Act took effect immediately upon passage on January 3, 2006. The law removes state-level
"As this polling demonstrates, the public is clearly aware that marijuana prohibition is failed policy and they are ready for change," said MPP legislative analyst
(Relates to standardizing penalties associated with marijuana possession). Position: Support. This bill removes a provision from the penal code
Marijuana law reform legislation is pending in over a dozen states, and progressive measures have been pre-filed in many more. Below is this
19 states and DC considered legislation or ballot measures to legalize medical marijuana in 2010. Two states (Arizona and New Jersey) and
Information about marijuana-related legislation, including MPP's model state medical marijuana bill, helpful studies and reports, a description of how laws are
Perspective from The New England Journal of Medicine — Medical Marijuana and the Law.
Illinois lawmakers find themselves at the front of the legalization of marijuana movement this year because newly proposed legislation would
The law requires medical marijuana shops to obtain business licenses, abide by building codes and follow public-health regulations.
Working To Reform Marijuana Laws Support The Jacki Rickert Medical Marijuana Act. View the proposed bill, view your elected representatives position, and
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A bill to permit Missouri citizens with valid medical prescriptions to benefit from the use of marijuana without fear of criminal prosecution has
The law didn't change, only the morality… That's why you get to go to jail and I don't. He again emphasized his firm stance on weed in 1996:
If Assembly Bill 554 is voted into law, Wisconsin would be the 15th state to legalized medical marijuana. Area residents who support the bill,
Reps. Ron Paul, Barney Frank introduce bill to legalize marijuana.
As of January 1, 2011, possession of one ounce (28.5 gms) or less of marijuana is an infraction, punishable by a maximum $100 fine (plus fees) with no criminal
Governor Christie won't implement the state's medical marijuana law until the federal government assures him they won't prosecute anyone for
At 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, supporters of legalized marijuana in Maine will crowd into a hearing room in Augusta to support a Portland
Q: How many states have enacted medical marijuana laws since 1996? A: Fifteen states and the District of Columbia — Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado,
Other states followed with marijuana laws including: Wyoming (1915); Texas ( 1919); Iowa (1923); Nevada (1923); Oregon (1923); Washington (1923); Arkansas
Jerome Delvin, R-Richland, who provided me with a draft copy of new legislation dealing with medical marijuana production and a registry for
"This [bill] would change that." In addition to the seven other states that already have decriminalized possession of small amounts of marijuana,
Rep. Ron Paul and Rep. Barney Frank's bill to end federal marijuana prohibition and let states decide is the most recent attack on the U.S. war
State Medical Marijuana Laws: Understanding the Laws and their Limitations. Rosalie Since the l970s, numerous states have had medical marijuana laws.
Medical Marijuana Card, Medical Card, Medical Weed Card in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland,
The Marijuana Policy Project's 2011 edition of its state-by-state report on medical marijuana laws in the U.S..
A bill in the U.S. Congress: To limit the application of Federal laws to the distribution and consumption of marihuana, and for other purposes.
Businesses that dispense medical marijuana may soon be entitled to the same deductions as other types of small businesses with the new
First and foremost: Marijuana, for any use, is illegal under federal law. Even if you live in a state that has enacted legislation or passed a ballot initiative that
Find an attorney for Marijuana, pot, weed, cannabis crimes in West Chester, Chester County, Pennsylvania, including misdemeanor offenses, possession of less
Warning Arizona college students, if you suffer from an illness and are prescribed medical marijuana, you may no longer have the right to
By Loretta Nall The Michael Phillips Compassionate Care Act, or HB 25, has been filed by state Rep. Patricia Todd, D-Birmingham, for the
Results 1 - 50 The article reports on the approved bill known as Compasionate Use Medical Marijuana Act by the New Jersey State Legislature legalizing the use
This bill to reform Canadian marijuana laws was introduced several times by Liberal governments in Canada, but never passed. The Conservative government
Supporters of medical marijuana in Illinois got a big boost recently when House Minority Leader Tom Cross came over to their side.
WA'S current marijuana laws are about to go up in smoke - thanks to Premier Colin Barnett.
Indiana has begun studying the state's marijuana law for possible changes.
Jon Corzine signed New Jersey's first medical marijuana law on January 18, 2010. Once implemented, the law would allow individuals
"Let me make it clear - we are not legalizing the use of marijuana. In modifying this law, we are recognizing that the punishment should fit the
The synthetic marijuana that federal authorities banned months ago is back, being sold legally in a different form in shops and on the Internet.
K.L. Brown's sister succumbed to breast cancer 25 years ago, she used medicinal marijuana to ease her suffering. Brown now wants legislation
State Medical Marijuana Bill Goes Live (Updated) » PhillyNow: A blog about Philadelphia news, politics and culture published by Philadelphia
New Legislation Would Let States Decide on Marijuana Legalization. Friday 24 June 2011. by: Mike Ludwig, Truthout | Report. (Photo: Luigi Anzivino / Flickr)
Nicholas Scutari, a prime sponsor of the legislation, said that it's been known for years that medical marijuana programs go against federal law.
Lawmakers supporting the changes argue that the legislation is not an attempt to end the supply of marijuana to current
The Obama Administration should not be focusing their attention on medical marijuana given our financial crises.
Chris Gregoire today gave a thumbs-up to the new medical-marijuana proposal developing in the Senate, the offspring of the legislation she
Ron Paul (R-TX) and Barney Frank (D-MA) introduced a bipartisan bill today that would remove the federal prohibition on marijuana. The bill
Jeanne Kohl-Welles' (D-36, Seattle) controversial legislation to regulate the production and distribution of medical marijuana. The 27-21 vote,
Legislation sponsored by Senator John Flanagan (2nd Senate District) that would ban the sale of synthetic marijuana products throughout New
Rep. Barney Frank is co-sponsoring the first-of-its-kind legislation, which would permit states to legalize the drug.
For the second consecutive year, medical marijuana legislation has been filed in the Florida legislature. In fact, when state Sen. Larcenia
SB 573 - The Bill to Legalize Medical Marijuana in Oklahoma. In 2011, major progress was made to legalize medical marijuana in Oklahoma at the State Capitol
JURIST - Paper Chase: New Jersey legislature approves medical marijuana bill.
Gov. Bill Ritter signed into law today two bills regulating and legitimizing the state s medical-marijuana industry.
Despite hundreds of letters urging California lawmakers to support legislation to improve California's marijuana policies, two bills that would
Medical marijuana laws must give patients access to effective medicine and increase the body of research on marijuana's medicinal uses.
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What's up - 2004/09/12. Change The System What's Wrong With Bill C10/C38? Canadian Marijuana Law Timeline Our Drug Laws Also see Our Dealing With the
Notable Legislative Action. US House of Representatives: H.R. 5843 ("To eliminate most Federal penalties for possession of marijuana for personal use") is a
West Chester, PA (PRWEB) July 21, 2011 Legislation known as Senate Bill 1003 (SB 1003) was proposed to Pennsylvania's 195th Legislative
The new ruling means that proposed federal legislation to decriminalize possession of a small amount of marijuana would actually "recriminalize" it, defence
Washington Governor Chris Gregoire says she wants all the states that allow medical marijuana to ask the federal government to reclassify the
Synopsis: This legislation is based on the Marijuana Policy Project's model medical marijuana legislation. The Bill creates an exception to a
Assemblyman Tom Ammiano has introduced legislation to keep Californians convicted of illegal marijuana cultivation out of state prison.
It must have taken some doing, but advocates of “medical” marijuana have come up with a bill that would actually invite more abuse of the drug
NORML is a nonprofit lobbying organization working to legalize marijuana, stop arrests of smokers, provide educational research, and legal information on
The U.S. attorney for Colorado warned state lawmakers Tuesday that pending legislation adjusting rules for medical marijuana would conflict
New medical marijuana laws take effect today in Washington State, after much debate and revision by the state government. While the new
(Marijuana is the mixture of dried, shredded flowers and leaves that comes from the hemp plant.) In 1619 the Virginia Assembly passed legislation requiring
Legislation that would essentially ban the sale of “synthetic marijuana” has cleared the U.S. House. The measure, cosponsored by Iowa
PORTLAND — Imagine walking into a neighborhood store to buy beer, wine, liquor and cigarettes. But on your way home you make one more
The first group of states to have marijuana laws in that part of the century were Rocky Mountain and southwestern states. By that, I mean Texas, New Mexico,
Marijuana should be regulated by the state, not the federal government, says Ron Paul.
Assemblywoman Mary Pat Angelini (R-Monmouth) said Friday she will introduce legislation that would make it illegal to grow medical
Rework the vetoed medical-marijuana law. Gov. Chris Gregoire bailed out on Washington citizens using medical marijuana to relieve the pain
Reps. Ron Paul, R-Texas, and Barney Frank, D-Mass., say they will introduce a bill to curb the government's role in marijuana law enforcement.
The legislation authored by Frank and Paul would allow each state to propose and enforce its own marijuana laws without federal interference.
Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer has announced he will allow SB 423 to become law without his signature. Schweitzer earlier vetoed a bill
GOVERNMENT OF CANADA REINSTATES LEGISLATION TO MODERNIZE MARIJUANA LAWS. OTTAWA, February 12, 2004 - The Minister of
Senate Bill 129 would not change current law, which prohibits employees from using medical marijuana at the workplace. According to Senator
The bill would additionally prohibit state and local law officials from enforcing federal marijuana laws. As for Step Two -- profit -- Ammiano's bill
Of course, it's not just a free for all in these legal marijuana states. There are plenty of laws governing marijuana doctors and how patients can access and use
In most towns, here's what happens if an officer finds a small joint in your pocket: You will be arrested. The officer will drive you back to the
The latest updates on the status of the federal bill HR 2306. Recent Developments. Support Federal Legislation To End Marijuana Prohibition. Lawmakers for
A new bipartisan bill would remove marijuana from the company of heroin and cocaine in federal regulations, leaving it to the states to legalize
Reform Our Marijuana Laws - Reform marijuana laws in the U.S. - Description: Reforming current marijuana laws in the United States, particularly regarding the
I write to you today to ask that you support medical marijuana legislation that provides protection from state penalties for seriously ill patients who use marijuana
24. 39-4702. LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS. (1) Modern medical research has dis-. 25 covered a beneficial use for marijuana in treating or alleviating the pain. 26
Ron Paul will unveil legislation aimed at legalizing marijuana. Mr. Frank and Mr. Paul will “bi-partisan legislation tomorrow ending the federal
Ron Paul (R-TX) will introduce "bi-partisan legislation tomorrow ending the federal war on marijuana and letting states legalize, regulate, tax,
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The Canadian Government have moved to update marijuana legislation. Bill C- 17 was introduced in November, 2004. Fraser Institute - Public
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Massachusetts marijuana law changed in 2008 when the state decriminalized the possession of one ounce or less and instead classified it as a
“Proposed Legislation Requires Accommodation Of Medical Marijuana”. by Walter Olson on March 25, 2011. First was the ban, then came the legalization, and
That's right, lawmakers in the House are now planning to introduce a bill that would defeat federal prohibition on marijuana. What would this do
Ron Paul and others will introduce a bill that would give states the rights to deal with marijuana the way they best see fit.
An Alabama legislator is going forward with his bill that would legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes, and he expects to pre-file the
The medical marijuana bill in Pennsylvania has a new name: The Governor Raymond P. Shafer Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act.
Union asks Gregoire to veto medical marijuana bill.
Sen. Kohl-Welles introduces medical marijuana reform legislation.
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Proposals have been made in the past in Kansas for medical marijuana, but they have never gotten anywhere in the legislative process.
It would seem natural, given America's many current, profound problems that need to be resolved to avoid its total destruction, that more people
Congressmen Ron Paul, Barney Frank, others, will propose legislation to allow states to decide marijuana policy Read more by Joshua
Washington State Governor Chris Gregoire vetoed key pieces of a medical marijuana law, saying she doesn't want to put state employees at
-Specifies that the draft proposed rules undermine the Legislature's intent to provide a viable medical marijuana program by introducing an "arbitrary maximum
The bill, introduced by Reps. Barney Frank, D-Mass., and Ron Paul, R-Texas, would allow states to legalize, regulate, tax and control marijuana
Proposed federal legislation would treat marijuana like tobacco and alcohol. By Jefferson Fish, Ph.D.
Attorney General Bill Schuette announced a legislative package Wednesday that he says will fix loopholes in the Michigan Medical Marijuana
A bill in the U.S. Congress: To provide for the rescheduling of marijuana and for the medical use of marijuana in accordance with the laws of the
New York is part of the growing number of states that have decriminalized possession of marijuana in small amounts. Under the New York marijuana laws, 25g
The Iowa Legislature passed a law recognizing marijuana as a medicine in 1979 and that law is now found in Iowa Code Chapter 124.206(7)(a)(2006).
Email this pageIndoor Marijuana Grow Operations. The Law Enforcement and Forfeited Property Management Statute Law Amendment Act,
This is somewhat very nice news to all medical cannabis patients; lawmakers have introduced legislation in Congress that seeks to end the
The Jacki Rickert Medical Marijuana Act (JRMMA) (Senate Bill 371) provides that the Wisconsin Legislature enact legislation allowing residents with debilitating
New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine signs a bill for legalizing medical marijuana.
Hearst had always supported any kind of prohibition, and now he wanted cannabis included in every anti-narcotics bill. Never mind that cannabis wasn't a
Canada's Justice Minister Martin Cauchon says that Canadian laws relating to marijuana could do with "modernization." Although the Justice Minister doesn't
The Assembly approved the "Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana" bill 48-14; the Senate passed it 25-13. Gov. Jon Corzine has said he
After the House Minority Leader shifted his support, a bill that would legalize medical marijuana for patients with chronic pain has a stronger
Gray is part of a growing national movement to rethink pot laws. From California, where lawmakers may outright legalize marijuana, to New
Ron Paul (R-TX) will introduce bi-partisan legislation tomorrow, June 23, ending the federal war on marijuana and letting states legalize,
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Wisconsin Lawmakers eye medical marijuana legislation Backers say measure would help ease pain of health ailments February 27,
Medical marijuana is used as a form of herbal therapy which is recommended for chronic pain or nausea. Also knows as medicinal cannabis,
It has absolutely no change of becoming law, but it is an interesting idea: A group of House members led by Reps. Ron Paul (R-Texas) and
A judge has ruled that Montana's medical marijuana law doesn't shield providers of the drug from federal prosecution, delivering a new blow to
New York Senate Bill 2774, proposed legislation to legalize marijuana for medicinal purposes, is pending in the Health Committee.
U.S. Rep. Jared Polis plans to be a co-sponsor on legislation Thursday to allow states to legalize marijuana without federal interference.
Last month, Michigan Republics introduced legislation that would clarify the state's medical marijuana law of 2008, tightening requirements
The Illinois House defeated attempts Thursday to let people carry concealed weapons and use marijuana for medical purposes following
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Anti-drugs laws will see restrictions placed on who can use the shops, who are allowed to possess 5g of marijuana, could sell to tourists at
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Here's one of the strangest pairings of late in Congress: Ron Paul and Barney Frank are teaming up today on legislation to legalize marijuana.
The first bill ever introduced in Congress to end federal marijuana prohibition is coming on Thursday, June 23. Historic, bipartisan legislation
The 2011-2012 session of Congress marks a new era in marijuana policy at the federal level. For the first time ever, a bill to end federal marijuana prohibition
The voter-approved medical marijuana system doesn't go far enough for one Republican lawmaker. Under a bill introduced by Representative
RALEIGH — A local state lawmaker introduced a bill this week that would make it legal to grow and use marijuana for medical purposes. Rep.
K.L. Brown's sister succumbed to breast cancer 25 years ago she used medicinal marijuana to ease her suffering. Brown now wants legislation
Reporting from Sacramento -- Fifteen years after California voters legalized medical marijuana, state lawmakers are still struggling with how to
Senator Mark Grisanti (R-Buffalo) and Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries (D, WFP - Brooklyn) introduced legislation to fix the existing marijuana
This just in from the golden state: California marijuana possession is reduced to an infraction. In a bill signed into effect by Governor Arnold
Michigan Marijuana Laws state that the substance can be used to aide in symptoms of certain disabilities or diseases. However, the United
California has first-in-the-nation status for legalizing medical marijuana (Prop 215 ) in 1996 They also have one of the most lenient decriminalization laws in the
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Medical-marijuana laws have been blazing a trail across the U.S. since California's passage of Proposition 215 in 1996. This year, the
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Legislation would prevent discrimination, continue to guard against impairment at the workplace.
If you read The 420 Times or follow cannabis news in general, then you know the marijuana law reform movement has rarely seen a two-week
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