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Amazon Marijuana Policy Change Marks Evolving Corporate Sentiment
Lane Trachy 2021-06-17

Amazon Marijuana Policy Change Marks Evolving Corporate Sentiment

The Amazon marijuana policy change means employees do not have to fear firing for marijuana use and the company now supports legalization.

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As 4/20 Passes, The Inequalities In Cannabis Policy Are Still Evident
Lane Trachy 2021-04-20

As 4/20 Passes, The Inequalities In Cannabis Policy Are Still Evident

While 4/20 should be celebrated, we cannot overlook the shortcomings of the cannabis industry and the justice system which regulates it.

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New York Marijuana Legalization Bill Signed By Governor Cuomo
Lane Trachy 2021-04-01

New York Marijuana Legalization Bill Signed By Governor Cuomo

Andrew Cuomo signed the New York marijuana legalization bill the state House recently approved, making the state the 15th in the U.S. to do so.

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5 Minutes With: Cannabis Mexico Summit Director Aldo Ricardo Rodríguez Cortés
Lane Trachy 2021-03-23

5 Minutes With: Cannabis Mexico Summit Director Aldo Ricardo Rodríguez Cortés

We are proud to be a part of the Cannabis Mexico Summit on March 25th-28th. We spoke with event director Aldo Ricardo Rodríguez Cortés ahead of the event.

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New Jersey and Virginia Recreational Marijuana Legalization Signed Into Law
Lane Trachy 2021-03-02

New Jersey and Virginia Recreational Marijuana Legalization Signed Into Law

New Jersey’s recreational marijuana legislation has become law and the Virginia recreational marijuana bill makes it the first southern state to legalize.

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Disabled Veteran Medical Marijuana Patient Released From Prison
Lane Trachy 2020-12-18

Disabled Veteran Medical Marijuana Patient Released From Prison

2020 has been one of the most eventful years in most American’s entire lives….

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Drug Policy Alliance Introduces Federal Decriminalization Model
Lane Trachy 2020-11-15

Drug Policy Alliance Introduces Federal Decriminalization Model

As more states vote to legalize marijuana, it is imperative that we as a…

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Elderly Arthritis Patient Sues Disneyworld After CBD Arrest
Lane Trachy 2020-10-24

Elderly Arthritis Patient Sues Disneyworld After CBD Arrest

Disneyworld has long been known to many as the “happiest place on earth.” For…

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NFL Cannabis Policy Will Change Under New CBA
Lane Trachy 2020-03-20

NFL Cannabis Policy Will Change Under New CBA

The new collective bargaining agreement will drastically reshape NFL cannabis policy for the foreseeable future, making players less likely to be punished.

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First Utah Medical Cannabis Dispensary Now Open
Lane Trachy 2020-03-03

First Utah Medical Cannabis Dispensary Now Open

The first Utah medical cannabis dispensary will open on Monday, March 2nd, 2020. It is a major step forward for the state’s new legal cannabis program.

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Senior Cannabis Use Nearly Doubles, Study Finds
Lane Trachy 2020-02-27

Senior Cannabis Use Nearly Doubles, Study Finds

A recently released study reports that cannabis use among those aged 65 and older nearly doubled from 2.4% to 4.2% between 2015 and 2018.

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66,000 Cannabis Convictions To Be Dismissed in Los Angeles County
Lane Trachy 2020-02-19

66,000 Cannabis Convictions To Be Dismissed in Los Angeles County

In an effort to rectify some of the evils of the past, Los Angeles County will soon dismiss nearly 66,000 cannabis convictions.

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Class-Action Dispensary Lawsuit to Be Filed By Workers
Lane Trachy 2020-02-10

Class-Action Dispensary Lawsuit to Be Filed By Workers

Recently, a class-action lawsuit was announced to be filed on behalf of “budtenders” and other dispensary workers claiming that they were underpaid.

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Illinois Recreational Cannabis Sales Hit $3 Million On First Day of 2020
Lane Trachy 2020-01-07

Illinois Recreational Cannabis Sales Hit $3 Million On First Day of 2020

The state of Illinois recently legalized recreational cannabis. Sales reached a gaudy $3.2 million on the very first day alone. 

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Major League Baseball Removes Cannabis From Banned Substances List
Lane Trachy 2019-12-21

Major League Baseball Removes Cannabis From Banned Substances List

On December 12th, 2019, Major League Baseball announced it would remove cannabis from its banned substances list and begin testing for opioids.

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Bipartisan House Cannabis Bill Passes Initial Committee Vote
Lane Trachy 2019-11-25

Bipartisan House Cannabis Bill Passes Initial Committee Vote

On Wednesday, November 20th, a House cannabis bill passed in committee. The bill would decriminalize cannabis and grant states rights to determine laws.

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Presidential Candidate Joe Biden Perpetuates Cannabis Myths
Lane Trachy 2019-11-20

Presidential Candidate Joe Biden Perpetuates Cannabis Myths

Presidential candidate Joe Biden recently rehashed one of the most common cannabis myths. He called cannabis a “gateway drug” during a campaign event.

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The Potential Future Of American Cannabis Politics
Lane Trachy 2019-10-31

The Potential Future Of American Cannabis Politics

It is important to examine where presidential candidates stand on legalization to begin to understand the future of American cannabis politics.

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Multiple Professional Golfers Face Cannabis Suspension By PGA
Lane Trachy 2019-10-25

Multiple Professional Golfers Face Cannabis Suspension By PGA

Once again we have seen pro athletes face wrongful cannabis suspensions for using a plant that they believe improves their quality of life.

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Prospective Pennsylvania Legalization Bill Lauded By Advocates
Lane Trachy 2019-10-15

Prospective Pennsylvania Legalization Bill Lauded By Advocates

A proposed Pennsylvania legalization bill is being called the “gold standard” by cannabis advocates. SB 350 includes a number of exciting components.

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First U.S. Cannabis Cafe Opens in West Hollywood
Lane Trachy 2019-10-02

First U.S. Cannabis Cafe Opens in West Hollywood

For the first time in the history of the United States, a cannabis cafe has opened. The Lowell Cafe opened in California on Tuesday, October 1st.

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SAFE Cannabis Banking Act May Be Voted On In Coming Days
Lane Trachy 2019-09-25

SAFE Cannabis Banking Act May Be Voted On In Coming Days

The SAFE cannabis banking act would make cannabis banking possible for businesses. It would allow financial institutions to deal with cannabis businesses.

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Vaping Lung Illness Outbreak Is Reason For Cannabis Legalization
Lane Trachy 2019-09-12

Vaping Lung Illness Outbreak Is Reason For Cannabis Legalization

The number of people with vaping lung illness has reached more than 450. Some experts suspect unregulated cannabis cartridges may be to blame.

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State of New York Begins To Expunge Cannabis Convictions
Lane Trachy 2019-09-03

State of New York Begins To Expunge Cannabis Convictions

New York recently wiped cannabis convictions from the records of nearly 25,000 people in an effort to make cannabis legalization impact everyone positively.

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