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Decriminalization
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Poison Control Center Calls Increased Following Psilocybin Decriminalization
Two researchers analyzed information from the National Poison Data System, which showed that calls from affected adolescents and young adults tripled in 2022.
The American Medical Association Voted To Approve Drug Decriminalization
At its annual House of Delegates meeting, the AMA voted to support drug decriminalization.
Leaders in Dallas, Texas Pursue Cannabis Decriminalization
Amidst other cities that have already passed cannabis decriminalization in Texas, the city council in Dallas is working on its own initiative to prevent police from arresting people with four ounces of cannabis or less.
Majority of Texans Now Support Legalizing Pot for Adult Use
Support among Texans shifted in favor of adult-use cannabis legalization.
Thailand Prime Minister Aims To Re-List Cannabis as Narcotic By End of 2024
In the latest move in Thailand’s profound reversal of cannabis decriminalization and reform, the country’s prime minister announced his intent to re-list the drug as a narcotic by the year’s end.
Senator Cory Booker Visits Sacramento Cannabis Giant Amid Decriminalization Push
One of Congress’ biggest advocates for legal cannabis came to the California Capitol this week to get up close and personal with thousands of cannabis plants, plant-touching employees and some of the state’s top industry players to reinforce his dedication to ending federal marijuana prohibition.
Ho-Chunk Nation Decriminalizes Cannabis
Ho-Chunk police will not issue citations for pot possession.
You Don’t Understand the Difference Between Decriminalizing and Legalizing, Do You?
Activist and cultivator Todd McCormick discusses the difference between legalization and decriminalization with the late, great Jack Herer.
Oregon Recriminalizes Hard Drugs, Ending State’s Drug Experiment
In a 180-degree turn, Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed House Bill 4002 to reverse an earlier drug decriminalization law.
Oregon Lawmakers Backtrack on Drug Decriminalization as Reversal Bill Goes to Gov
After Oregon voters approved a measure to decriminalize possession of small amounts of drugs in 2020, lawmakers are looking to undo the reform with a new bill recently passed by the Senate and House.