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Gov. Gavin Newsom
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom To Review 17 Cannabis, Psychedelics Bills
These bills cover everything from allowances for social equity applicants to decriminalizing hallucinogenic substances, and their fate will be decided by Oct. 14.
California Agency Awards Over $50 Million in Cannabis Tax Funds to 31 Organizations
The California Community Reinvestment Grants Program recently announced recipients for fiscal year 2022-2023.
California Agency Continues to Target Illegal Cannabis Activity
The California Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce recently announced a rise in search warrants, cannabis plant eradication, and product seizure over the last three months.
California Bill Would Ban Tobacco Sales to All Born After 2006
Anyone younger than 16 today would be banned from buying tobacco in California forever.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom Pardons 10, Some Cannabis Convictions
Ten people received forms of clemency on old charges, some involving cannabis.
Numerous California Cities Approve Cannabis Retail Measures
Voters in California (Santa Monica, San Diego, Laguna Woods, and McFarland, among others) approved 12 cannabis-related ballot initiatives last week.
California’s Newsom Signs Bill To Offer Alternative Plea For Those Facing Drug Charges
The bill is the first of its kind in the U.S.
Advocates Criticize Newsom Over Measure Aimed at Substance Use Disorder
Critics say the CARE Act, signed by Gov. Newsom, will lead to court-ordered treatment for those with substance abuse or mental health issues.
California Governor Passes Two Medical Cannabis Patient Protection Bills
California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed two bills that protect medical cannabis patients, with many more bills to be considered by Sept. 30.
California Drought Prompts Legislation to Increase Fines for Water Pollution for Illegal Grows
San Bernardino County in California is sponsoring state legislation aimed at increasing fines for illegal cannabis grows and targeting illegal cultivation operations that are polluting groundwater.