Cannabis Legalization

A recent study conducted by Ohio State University has shed light on the potential financial gains that could accompany the legalization of adult-use cannabis in the state. The research suggests that by the fifth year of operations, tax revenues from adult-use cannabis sales could range from an impressive $275 million to a staggering $403 million. […]

According to the 2023 Pennsylvania Health Survey conducted by Muhlenberg College’s Public Health Program, support for cannabis legalization in the state has experienced a notable decline from 56% last year to 50% this year. This marks the first time in a decade that the survey has recorded a decrease in support for cannabis reforms. The

The Florida Supreme Court has allowed state Attorney General Ashley Moody additional time to challenge a proposed ballot initiative seeking to legalize cannabis in the state. As the legal battle unfolds, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has also weighed in, raising concerns about the court’s handling of citizen initiatives. The ACLU filed a brief

Albania’s Parliament recently voted in favor of legalizing medical cannabis and industrial hemp production, passing the measure with a vote of 69-23. The law establishes a National Cannabis Control Agency to regulate both industries. The law primarily concentrates on the export of medical cannabis and industrial hemp rather than developing a domestic market. To apply

Advocates in Ohio are striving to put a cannabis legalization question before voters in 2024, but they are currently 679 signatures short of their target. The Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol has until August 4 to gather the remaining signatures to proceed with their proposal. The Coalition initially stated that they had collected over

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a brief with the state Supreme Court, urging them to reject a proposed constitutional amendment that seeks to legalize cannabis for adult use in the state. Moody argues that the ballot summary is misleading and incorrect, as cannabis remains illegal under federal law. In the brief submitted to

Maryland’s long-awaited marijuana legalization law came into effect, granting individuals the ability to possess and cultivate cannabis for personal use. This development coincided with the opening of most existing medical cannabis dispensaries to adult consumers for recreational sales. Additionally, a separate law prohibiting police from using the odor or possession of marijuana as a basis

Luxembourg has made history as the second European Union member nation to legalize cannabis possession and cultivation for personal use. The new law, approved with a 38-22 vote, allows adults in Luxembourg to possess up to three grams of cannabis for personal use. Additionally, citizens are permitted to grow up to four cannabis plants at

In a close vote, the Colombia Senate rejected a bill that would have legalized cannabis sales to adults. Despite having majority support in the chamber, with 47 senators in favor and 43 opposed, the bill fell short of the required 54 votes needed as a constitutional amendment. Interior Minister Luis Fernando Velasco expressed the administration’s

New Hampshire lawmakers are currently engaged in a complex debate over the legalization of marijuana, with differing proposals causing an impasse. Let’s explore the challenges and potential paths forward for cannabis legalization in the state. In recent discussions, the House Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee in New Hampshire decided not to take action on a