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U.S. Secret Service Investigating Cocaine Reportedly Found in White House
Under federal law, technically, cocaine is labeled as less dangerous than pot.
GOP Senators Kill Veterans Cannabis Research Bill
A bipartisan bill directing the VA to conduct research into the medical potential of cannabis for military veterans was blocked from advancing by a procedural vote in the U.S. Senate.
Cannabis Expungement Law Takes Effect in D.C.
Residents of Washington, D.C. can now take steps to have marijuana-related convictions expunged from their record, thanks to a new law that took effect last week.
Washington, D.C. Mayor Signs Medical Pot Bill
Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser signed a new bill that is making some major changes to the capital’s medical cannabis program.
Washington, D.C. Passes Bill To Expand Medical Weed Sales
Local lawmakers in Washington, D.C. have approved a bill to expand the city’s medical marijuana economy, including a path to legitimacy for cannabis gifting shops.
Biden Signs Bill To Expand Medical Cannabis Research
The measure removes certain federal barriers.
Cannabis Legalization Hearing Held by Congressional Committee
Multiple U.S. Representatives questioned seven cannabis advocates to discuss legalization at the federal level in a recent hearing.
Activists To Demonstrate For Cannabis Clemency in D.C.
Hip hop legends Redman and M1 of Dead Prez will join cannabis policy activists and justice reform advocates to call for cannabis clemency at a White House protest on Monday.
Washington, D.C. Cannabis Company Sues City, Demands Return of $750,000
The cops seized cash from a Washington, D.C. dispensary last year, and now the co-owners are filing a lawsuit to get it back.
Biden Weed Pardon Spurs Reaction From Cannabis Community and Beyond
President Biden’s announcement that he would pardon federal marijuana possession convictions drew quick praise, and some rebuke.