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Ukraine Legalizes Medical Cannabis for Veterans and Cancer Patients Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine Legalizes Medical Cannabis for Veterans and Cancer Patients Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukraine’s medical cannabis legalization policy officially took effect on August 16, as the country continues to defend itself against the ongoing aggression from neighboring Russia. This significant policy change grants military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cancer patients access to medical cannabis products, provided they have a prescription from a doctor. The […]

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North Dakota Medical Cannabis Companies Drive Legalization Efforts

North Dakota Medical Cannabis Companies Drive Legalization Efforts

Two prominent North Dakota medical cannabis companies have significantly funded the New Economic Frontier campaign, which aims to legalize cannabis in the state. According to the North Dakota Monitor, Pure Dakota Health, with three medical cannabis dispensaries in the state, has contributed approximately $247,000 in both cash and in-kind donations. GR Holding OH-ND LLC, affiliated

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Massachusetts Psychedelics Legalization Initiative Gains Ballot Momentum

Massachusetts Psychedelics Legalization Initiative Gains Ballot Momentum

Massachusetts for Mental Health Options (MMHO) has successfully submitted an additional 14,000 signatures to qualify a psychedelics legalization initiative for the state’s November ballot. This follows a prior submission that prompted legislators to review the proposal, ultimately deciding against advancing it. Emily Oneschuk, MMHO’s grassroots outreach director, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from Massachusetts

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65% of New Hampshire Residents Support Cannabis Legalization

65% of New Hampshire Residents Support Cannabis Legalization

Sixty-five percent of New Hampshire residents either “strongly” or “somewhat” support adult-use cannabis legalization, according to the University of New Hampshire Granite State Poll released on June 20. Another 19% of residents either “strongly” or “somewhat” opposed the reforms, with 15% unsure. Last month, the state Senate passed a legalization bill designed to gain the

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New Hampshire Lawmakers Reach Cannabis Legalization Compromise

New Hampshire Lawmakers Reach Cannabis Legalization Compromise

Negotiators in New Hampshire’s House and Senate have reportedly reached a compromise on a cannabis legalization bill, according to the New Hampshire Bulletin. Lawmakers have until Thursday to reach a deal before the end of the legislative session. Last month, the state Senate approved a bill that would allow adult-use sales through state-run shops –

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EBCI Tribal Council Votes to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

EBCI Tribal Council Votes to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis Sales

The Tribal Council for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), based in North Carolina, last week voted to legalize adult-use cannabis sales, Smoky Mountain News reports. The approval comes about nine months after EBCI members voted to pass the reforms. The Council also passed an amendment to allow enrolled tribe members with medical cannabis

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Florida Voters Favor Cannabis Legalization Amendment, Poll Shows

Florida Voters Favor Cannabis Legalization Amendment, Poll Shows

In a recent poll conducted by FOX News and published on June 6, it was found that a significant majority of Florida voters are in favor of legalizing cannabis for adult recreational use. According to the poll, 66% of respondents indicated they would vote in favor of the proposed constitutional amendment in the upcoming November

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South Dakota Voters to Decide on Adult-Use Cannabis in 2024

South Dakota Voters to Decide on Adult-Use Cannabis in 2024

South Dakota voters will have a third opportunity to weigh in on the legalization of adult-use cannabis, as Initiated Measure 29 is set to appear on the 2024 general election ballot on November 5. This follows a successful campaign that collected 22,558 valid signatures, surpassing the requirement by approximately 5,000 signatures, as confirmed by Secretary

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Corporate Interests Threaten Genuine Cannabis Reform, Say Advocates

Corporate Interests Threaten Genuine Cannabis Reform, Say Advocates

When President Joe Biden announced his administration was moving marijuana to Schedule III, he didn’t highlight potential tax savings for companies like Curaleaf, which could save over $150 million in taxes this year. Instead, he framed the move as a racial justice policy, calling it “an important move towards reversing long-standing inequities,” despite a lack

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New Hampshire House Urged to Approve Senate-Passed Cannabis Legalization Bill

New Hampshire House Urged to Approve Senate-Passed Cannabis Legalization Bill

For years, the New Hampshire House of Representatives has approved cannabis legalization measures only to see them fail in the state Senate. This month, for the first time, the Senate passed a legalization bill, and Governor Chris Sununu is on board. Advocates are now urging the House not to let this opportunity slip away. Sponsored

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