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Democrats Seek Updated Federal Financial Rules for Cannabis Business Owners With Weed Convictions
Democrats in Congress have sent a letter to the Treasury Department seeking a change in guidance that could ease restrictions on cannabis business owners with convictions for marijuana-related offenses.
AOC ‘Concerned’ Biden’s Conservative Pot Views Could Ruin Bipartisan Push To Study Psychedelics
Biden's record is shadier than his Aviators when it comes to cannabis policy.
Pennsylvania Governor Proposes Taxes on Pot—But No Legalization Bill
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro outlined a tax plan in his budget proposal.
Minnesota Adult-Use Legalization Bill Clears First Hurdle
The sponsor of the Minnesota measure says there’s still a long road ahead.
Tennessee Lawmakers Unveil Cannabis Legalization Bill
Two Democratic lawmakers in Tennessee have introduced legislation to legalize medical and adult-use cannabis in the state.
Minnesota Dems Introduce Legalization Bill
Minnesota lawmakers are confident that it will pass this year.
Wisconsin Governor Pardons Several for Cannabis Offenses
Tony Evers, the first-term Democrat, has granted more than 600 total pardons in Wisconsin.
Biden Says He’s ‘Working On’ Bill To Release Cannabis Inmates
President Biden, returning to Washington after a trip to the Middle East, told reporters that no one “should be in prison for the use of marijuana.”
Wisconsin Governor Pardons Several With Cannabis Convictions
Tony Evers, the first-term Democrat, has been a vocal supporter of bringing cannabis legalization to Wisconsin.
Kentucky Governor Announces Medical Cannabis Plan
Democratic Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear is taking on the Republican-led state legislature over its failure to pass legislation to legalize medical cannabis.