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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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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California Cannabis Tax Revenue Reaches $1 Billion In Last Two Years
California revealed that cannabis tax revenue has totaled more than $1 billion dollars in the state since January of 2018.
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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
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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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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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
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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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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House of Representatives Votes to Protect Legal Cannabis States
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure that would prevent the Department of Justice from interfering with legal cannabis states.
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CVS Will Soon Carry CBD Products In 800 Stores in 8 States
Pharmacy giant CVS made waves recently by announcing that they will be bringing CBD products to the shelves of 800 of their stores in the future.
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Opioids and Medical Cannabis: An Update on the Latest Information
Medical Marijuana 411 values providing our readers with information about the latest cannabis related topics for educational purposes and not for the intention of advocacy. This is not an advocacy based organization. For ailment specific questions, please consult your primary care physician.
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Trump Attorney General Pick Supports State Cannabis Laws
The cannabis community was collectively relieved at the news of William Barr’s AG appointment as he has stated that he will observe state cannabis laws.
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Midterm Cannabis Legalization Occurs in Three States Ahead of Sessions Firing
Cannabis advocates excited as four states voted on midterm cannabis legalization measures on Tuesday and Attorney General Jeff Sessions was fired Wednesday.
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Cannabis Breathalyzer May Make Roads Safer, Raises Concerns
Hound Lab has created a cannabis breathalyzer that can determine how recently a driver has consumed cannabis. However, its efficacy is under scrutiny.
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State Cannabis Laws Supported By President Donald Trump
President Trump recently gave support for a bipartisan state cannabis laws protection bill that would give states the freedom to make their own cannabis laws.
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Canada Cannabis Legalization Likely To Go Forward Soon
The Canada cannabis legalization process has been incredibly drawn out. They are finally expected to fully legalize recreational cannabis soon.
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Cannabis For Opioid Addiction May Help Combat The Opioid Epidemic
In 2016, opioid addiction killed 40,000 people in the United States. Studies have shown that cannabis for opioid addiction could be a viable long-term solution.
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Ad From Political Candidate Smoking Joint Goes Viral
Benjamin Wolf’s ad, sitting in front of an American flag and holding a lit joint, goes viral on social media. Who is this political candidate smoking a joint?
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Colorado Senator Gardner Holds Department of Justice Hostage Over State Medical Marijuana Access
Republican Senator Cory Gardner is protesting Jeff Sessions’ decision on states’ medical marijuana access by blocking votes on DOJ officials.
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Vermont Recreational Marijuana Bill Passed By Governor Scott
Governor Phil Scott (R) signed a bill legalizing Vermont recreational recreational marijuana. Vermont is now the ninth state to legalize marijuana.
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11-Year Old Medical Marijuana Patient In Illinois Allowed Back To School
11-year-old medical marijuana patient Ashley Surin was banned from school for weeks. A federal judge has ruled she be allowed back to school.
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State Marijuana Laws Would Be Protected Under Bipartisan REFER Act
After Jeff Sessions repealed the Cole Memo earlier this month, the REFER Act was introduced to quell fears over federal intrusion over state marijuana laws.
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Jeff Sessions Calls For End To Cole Memo Policies
AG Jeff Sessions recently called for an end to the policies of the Cole Memo. The memo protected medical marijuana states from any federal prosecution.
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