Cannabis In Politics

Thailand’s cannabis industry is on edge as the government weighs potential rollbacks of its historic decriminalization reforms, prompting cannabis entrepreneurs and operators to brace for legal battles, reports This Week in Asia. The threat of litigation looms large following the introduction of legislation earlier this year by Thailand’s health minister, which could effectively criminalize recreational […]

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced a new legal battle against five Texas cities that have implemented cannabis decriminalization policies, as reported by The Hill. The lawsuit targets city mayors and council members from Austin, Denton, Elgin, Killeen, and San Marcos, arguing that their decriminalization policies violate Texas laws on marijuana possession and

In a concerted effort to address the challenges posed by market saturation, the Cannabis Industry Alliance of Oregon (CIAO) is actively advocating for the permanent extension of a licensing moratorium that is currently slated to expire in April. This development was reported by KLCC, shedding light on the CIAO’s strategic move to sustain industry equilibrium

In a significant milestone for cannabis reform, state courts in the United States have granted pardons or expungements for over 2.3 million cannabis-related convictions since 2018, according to an updated analysis by NORML. The report highlights a substantial surge, with around 500,000 individuals receiving relief in the past year alone. The analysis encompasses publicly available

Thailand is poised for a significant shift in its cannabis policy, as announced by the Minister of Public Health, Mr. Cholnan Srikaew. The proposed law, detailed by the Thai Examiner, is set to strictly regulate cannabis, concentrating exclusively on its medical applications while effectively outlawing recreational use. The proposed legislation introduces a stringent threshold, declaring

In a recent development reported by the Navajo-Hopi Observer, two prominent members of the Navajo Nation, Dineh Benally and Farley BlueEyes, find themselves formally charged with the illegal cultivation of marijuana. This unfolding case in Window Rock, Arizona, represents a significant chapter in a legal saga spanning several years, previously entangled with accusations of forced

A recent letter to Congress, published by Punchbowl News, revealed a bold assertion from a representative of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regarding the agency’s “final authority” on decisions related to the status of cannabis under the Controlled Substances Act. This proclamation adds an intriguing layer of complexity to the ongoing efforts aimed at reshaping

South Dakota Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. Kevin Jensen and Sen. Jim Stalzer, have introduced legislation that mandates state-licensed medical marijuana dispensaries to display warning signs about federal gun laws for cannabis consumers. The proposed bill, HB 1036, requires medical cannabis dispensaries to prominently post signs at each entrance and register or point of sale.

In a bid to protect people’s rights, Missouri Representative Ian Mackey has put forward a new bill to stop police from searching vehicles or properties based solely on the smell of marijuana. The proposal follows the path of other states like Maryland and New Jersey, where laws have changed to address concerns about cannabis-related searches.

As New Hampshire lawmakers gear up for the 2024 legislative session, a dozen marijuana-related bills have been pre-filed, unveiling a diverse range of proposals that could significantly alter the state’s approach to cannabis. The measures include initiatives to legalize adult use, expunge past convictions, broaden the eligibility criteria for the medical program, and introduce increased