Cannabis Legalization

Thailand Set to Recriminalize Adult-Use Cannabis, But Medicinal Use Remains

Thailand Set to Recriminalize Adult-Use Cannabis, But Medicinal Use Remains

Thailand’s health minister recently announced plans to make adult-use cannabis illegal again by the end of the year, according to a report by Reuters. This move comes as lawmakers aim to tighten regulations around cannabis consumption, citing concerns over potential misuse and its negative impact, particularly on Thai children. Under the proposed legislation, recreational use […]

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New Hampshire Lawmakers Explore Alternative Approaches to Marijuana Legalization

New Hampshire Lawmakers Explore Alternative Approaches to Marijuana Legalization

As the push for marijuana legalization gains momentum in New Hampshire, lawmakers are navigating divergent paths to address concerns from Governor Chris Sununu and garner support in the Senate. At a hearing of a House Finance Committee panel on Wednesday, legislators delved into proposed changes to a bill spearheaded by Representative Erica Layon, while also

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Hawaii Legislators Advance Bill to Legalize and Regulate Adult-Use Marijuana

Hawaii Legislators Advance Bill to Legalize and Regulate Adult-Use Marijuana

Lawmakers in Hawaii’s House of Representatives have taken a significant step forward in the effort to legalize and regulate adult-use marijuana, advancing Senate-passed bill SB 3335. The proposal, which garnered support from both the Judiciary and Hawaiian Affairs Committee and the Agriculture and Food Systems Committee, seeks to establish a framework for licensed and regulated

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Hawaii Senate Committees Advance Marijuana Legalization Bill with Amendments

Hawaii Senate Committees Advance Marijuana Legalization Bill with Amendments

A pair of Senate committees in Hawaii has made strides toward cannabis legalization in the state by advancing a bill that would end marijuana prohibition, incorporating several amendments to the original proposal. The bill is now headed to the chamber floor for a vote, expected next week. Last year, the Senate passed a similar legalization

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Las Vegas Welcomes First Cannabis Consumption Lounge After Seven Years of Legalization

Las Vegas Welcomes First Cannabis Consumption Lounge After Seven Years of Legalization

Las Vegas, NV – In a long-awaited move, the first cannabis consumption lounge opened its doors for business last week, marking a significant milestone in Nevada’s cannabis journey. Located in the Thrive Cannabis Marketplace near the bustling Las Vegas Strip, Smoke and Mirrors is the first of 19 conditionally approved lounges to launch in the

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Germany Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis A Landmark Move in European Drug Policy

Germany Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis A Landmark Move in European Drug Policy

Germany has made history by becoming the third European Union country to legalize adult-use cannabis, following a decisive vote in the Bundestag, the country’s lower parliamentary body. The Cannabis Act was approved with a 407-226 vote, according to the Associated Press. Starting April 1, cannabis possession by adults aged 18 or older will be legal.

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Delaware Releases Draft Regulations for Adult-Use Marijuana Market

Delaware Releases Draft Regulations for Adult-Use Marijuana Market

Delaware officials have unveiled draft regulations for the state’s forthcoming adult-use marijuana market, inviting public feedback on the proposed rules. The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) published the draft regulations, establishing a preliminary framework for various cannabis business license types and application requirements. The OMC emphasized the preliminary nature of the draft regulations, highlighting

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Ukraine Legalizes Medical Cannabis President Zelensky Signs Bill into Law

Ukraine Legalizes Medical Cannabis President Zelensky Signs Bill into Law

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has officially signed the country’s medical cannabis legalization bill into law, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s approach to healthcare. According to a report by Reuters, the signing of the bill paves the way for the launch of Ukraine’s national medical cannabis program in approximately six months. With the bill’s

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Justice Department Seeks Approval for Enhanced Data Collection on Marijuana Pardon Certificates

Justice Department Seeks Approval for Enhanced Data Collection on Marijuana Pardon Certificates

In a move to bolster its data collection efforts related to marijuana pardon certificates, the Justice Department is seeking White House approval to expand the information it gathers under President Joe Biden’s recent clemency proclamation. The effort aims to provide statistical analysis of the demographics of pardon recipients and applicants under the expanded initiative, including

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Seattle Sees Significant Drop in Teen Cannabis Use Post-Legalization

Seattle Sees Significant Drop in Teen Cannabis Use Post-Legalization

Recent data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) highlights a substantial decrease in teenage cannabis use in the Seattle, Washington area dating back to 2008. The analysis suggests that the state’s cannabis legalization policy implemented in 2012 may have played a significant role in this observed decline. The report underscores the potential

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