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Congressman Working To Secure Release of Brittney Griner From Russia
Texas Democrat says Griner’s ongoing detention in Russia is ‘extremely concerning’ and calls for her return.
Dems in Congress Opt to Keep Ban on Washington, D.C. Cannabis Sales
Voters in the nation’s capital legalized weed years ago, but customers still can’t legally buy cannabis in D.C.
First-Time Congress Candidates Running on a Pro-Pot Platform
This year, two first-time candidates for Congress are making cannabis reform a key issue.
Democrats Call on Congress to Tackle Cannabis Reform in 2022
Democrats are urging Congress to take action now to pass legal cannabis on a federal level next year and end the War on Drugs.
VA Committee Recommends Medical Cannabis Research Bill to House
On Thursday, the House Veterans Affairs Committee recommended a medical cannabis research bill that would provide scientific guidance to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Recreational Cannabis Law in Washington, D.C. May Soon Be Operational
Although voters passed cannabis legalization in Washington, D.C. back in 2014, the Harris Rider has prevented the law from being implemented.
U.S. House Approves SAFE Banking Act as Part of Military Spending Bill in Historic Vote
The SAFE Banking Act changes everything for cannabis business in the United States.
Congress to Vote on Protecting State Cannabis Programs
Congress is planning a vote to decide on a proposal to protect currently existing cannabis programs across the country.
Congressman Speaks Out for Sha’Carri Richardson
Tennessee Congressman Steve Cohen spoke out against the ban of Sha'Carri Richardson, saying marijuana only is performance-enhancing for hot dog eating contests.
Republican Lawmakers Want Biden to Reclassify Cannabis
Republican Congressional representatives want Joe Biden to keep the promises he made on the campaign trail and reclassify cannabis.