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Decriminalization
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Joe Biden’s New Cannabis Policy Proposals Met With Criticism, Disappointment
Presidential hopeful Joe Biden is still not on board with federal legalization.
New Jersey Lawmakers Vote In Favor of Cannabis Decriminalization
The bill still needs to be approved by other governing bodies, but it's a step in the right direction.
Virginia House of Delegates Moves Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Forward
The bill dictates that simple possession would only carry civil penalties.
Indiana GOP Lawmakers Seek to Override Relaxed Marijuana Laws in Indianapolis
GOP State Senator Michael Young derided the choice not to prosecute simple possession cases in Marion County.
Austin Politician Proposes Ban on Using Government Funds for THC Testing
If approved, it would echo a move away from cannabis prosecution taking place state-wide.
Virginia Governor Wants To Decriminalize Low-Level Cannabis Possession
It's a step in the right direction for criminal justice reform.
Indiana State Senator Files Bill to Decriminalize Cannabis Possession
Senator Karen Tallian is trying to move Indiana forward.
Democrats Working To Decriminalize Weed Possession In Wisconsin
Republicans are not likely to support the decriminalization bill, which has been introduced by Wisconsin Democrats.
Florida Lawmaker Files Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana
If signed into law, the bill would decriminalize certain quantities of cannabis.
New York’s Governor Cuomo Signs Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana
It’s not legalization — but it’s still a win.
Cleveland City Council Considering Cutting Consequences for Cannabis
The ordinance aims to reduce prison sentences for minor drug offenses.
Hawaii Officially Decriminalizes Small Quantities of Cannabis
Currently, possessing any amount of the herb without a medical card can land you in jail.
Louisville Public Safety Committee Advances Marijuana Decriminalization Ordinance
The ordinance is meant to reduce arrests and jail sentences.
Virginia Attorney General Calls for Marijuana Legalization in the State
In an op-ed, he says the current drug policy is “not working”.
Three Ounce Possession of Marijuana Decriminalized in Cincinnati
But automatic expungements and public use hit the cutting room floor in city council negotiations.
Cincinnati City Council To Vote On Marijuana Decriminalization Today
Cincinnati city leaders largely agree on decriminalizing marijuana possession, but they're debating how much an individual should be permitted to possess.
Joe Biden Supports Marijuana Decriminalization, Not Legalization
2020 Presidential hopeful and former Obama VP Joe Biden doesn't support legalizing cannabis, but he wants to decriminalize it, fund research and promote criminal record expungement.
Chuck Schumer, Hakeem Jeffries Reintroduce Bill to Federally Decriminalize Marijuana
Has the moment for the Marijuana Freedom and Opportunity Act arrived?
Louisville, Kentucky Lawmakers Propose Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession
The proposal is not without criticism.
Jacksonville, Florida City Council Member Files Bill to Decriminalize Marijuana
Garrett Dennis has the goal of freeing up police time and resources.