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Colorado: Governor Issues Pardons to Over 1,300 Marijuana Offenders
Jan 3, 2022, 10:35 am By NORML
“Tens of thousands of Americans unduly carry the burden and stigmatization of a past conviction for behavior that is no longer considered to be a crime. Our sense of justice and our principles of fairness demand that officials continue to take action in…

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Several States to Usher In the New Year with Cannabis Liberalization Laws
Dec 22, 2021, 9:55 am By NORML
New state and local laws amending marijuana policies will take effect on the first day of the new year. The post Several States to Usher In the New Year with Cannabis Liberalization Laws appeared first on NORML.

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Rick Steves: Let’s Win in 2022
Dec 21, 2021, 1:23 pm By NORML
Let's make 2022 a huge year for legalization. I'll match all donations up to $20,000, double your impact! The post Rick Steves: Let’s Win in 2022 appeared first on NORML.

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Ohio: Citizens’ Petition Seeks to Compel Lawmakers to Hold Marijuana Legalization Vote
Dec 21, 2021, 11:04 am By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Following the validation of 132,887 signatures by state officials, lawmakers will have up to four months to consider the legalization measure. If lawmakers fail to act on the proposal, organizers will then need to collect an additional 132,887 signatures to…

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Virginia: Oversight Committee Urges Lawmakers to Expedite Launch of Retail Cannabis Sales
Dec 17, 2021, 12:09 pm By NORML
“Virginians 21 and older ought to have access at the already-operational dispensaries sooner rather than later, and they have been very clear in their demands to move earlier the date of sales," said Jenn Michelle Pedini, NORML's Development Director and the…

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Government-Funded Study Shows Unprecedented Decline in Marijuana Use By Young People
Dec 15, 2021, 2:01 pm By NORML
Specifically, the data identified a 38 percent year-over-year reduction in self-reported marijuana use among eight graders, a 38 percent decline among 10th graders, and a 13 percent decrease among 12th graders. The post Government-Funded Study Shows…

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Tell Us What You Think – Take the NORML Survey
Dec 15, 2021, 11:00 am By NORML
Please take time today to let us know how we are doing and to let us know what you think we should be doing to end America's war on marijuana consumers. The post Tell Us What You Think – Take the NORML Survey appeared first on NORML.

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Missouri: St.Louis Lawmakers Repeal Local Marijuana Possession Laws
Dec 14, 2021, 2:20 pm By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Under the newly signed law, the possession of personal use quantities of cannabis by adults will no longer be subject to civil penalties. Furthermore, police may no longer cite the odor of cannabis as justification for engaging in a warrantless search. The…

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New Jersey: Regulators Approve Provisional Licenses for 30 New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
Dec 9, 2021, 10:15 am By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Only 23 medical cannabis facilities are currently operating in the state. Under the state's medical marijuana law, patients are not permitted to home-cultivate cannabis. The post New Jersey: Regulators Approve Provisional Licenses for 30 New Medical Marijuana…

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CBD Products Commonly Flagged by FDA for Making Unsubstantiated Claims About Treating COVID-19
Dec 8, 2021, 12:17 pm By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
"We reviewed letters over 18 months sent to violating companies by the FDA. Cannabidiol-related substances led the spectrum of products with unsubstantiated claims to treat COVID-19 infection." The post CBD Products Commonly Flagged by FDA for Making…

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SAFE Banking Language Not Included In Final NDAA Package
Dec 7, 2021, 5:28 pm By NORML
It is unfortunate that Congress chose to not affirm the legitimacy of state-level marijuana legalization and instead chose to deny this emerging legal industry access to basic financial tools and services. The post SAFE Banking Language Not Included In Final…

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Minnesota: Regulators Okay Patients’ Access to Cannabis-Infused Edible Products
Dec 6, 2021, 10:50 am By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Under the plan, patients in the state’s medical access program will be able to purchase marijuana-infused gummies or other similar chewable products beginning on August 1, 2020. The post Minnesota: Regulators Okay Patients’ Access to Cannabis-Infused…

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Longtime Texas NORML Director Hired to Oversee State Policy Reform Efforts
Dec 3, 2021, 10:14 am By NORML
The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws is pleased to announce the addition of Jax Finkel James to its national staff. “I am excited to join the staff at NORML where I can use the passion, lessons, and skills I have learned in Texas to…

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Reps. Dave Joyce and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Legislation To Expunge Marijuana Records
Dec 2, 2021, 3:50 pm By Justin Strekal, NORML Political Director
Legislation would incentivize state and local governments to expunge the criminal records of tens of millions of Americans who have previously been convicted of marijuana offenses. The post Reps. Dave Joyce and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Legislation…

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Record Number of Scientific Papers Published About Cannabis in 2021
Dec 1, 2021, 11:42 am By NORML
Since 2010, scientists have published an estimated 27,000 peer-reviewed papers specific to cannabis, with the annual number of total papers increasing every year. NORML's Deputy Director Paul Armentano said, "It is time for politicians and others to stop…

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NORML Issues Report Highlighting 2021 State Legislative Victories
Nov 29, 2021, 12:03 pm By NORML
State legislators in 2021 enacted over 50 laws liberalizing marijuana policies in more than 25 states. The post NORML Issues Report Highlighting 2021 State Legislative Victories appeared first on NORML.

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Massachusetts: Majority of Adults Say Marijuana Legalization Has Been “Positive” for the State
Nov 29, 2021, 9:45 am By NORML
NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano said: “These polling results once again affirm that most voters do not experience ‘buyer’s remorse’ following the enactment of marijuana legalization. Most Americans believe that these laws are operating in a…

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South Dakota: Supreme Court Strikes Down Adult-Use Marijuana Vote
Nov 24, 2021, 12:15 pm By NORML
“Legalization opponents cannot succeed in the court of public opinion or at the ballot box," NORML's Deputy Director Paul Armentano said. "Thus, they are now petitioning the courts to overturn the will of the people. Whether or not one supports marijuana…

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Grateful for Major Marijuana Victories in 2021
Nov 24, 2021, 10:54 am By NORML
As we reflect back on our many hard-earned victories of 2021, it is apparent that we have much to be thankful for. The post Grateful for Major Marijuana Victories in 2021 appeared first on NORML.

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Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Improved Clearance Rates for Violent Crimes
Nov 23, 2021, 12:03 pm By NORML
NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano said: “These conclusions reaffirm the notion that states can sensibly regulate the adult use and sale of cannabis in a manner that doesn’t adversely impact public safety. Moreover, in some cases, legalization may…

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