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Democrats Sense Opportunities in Florida With Weed, Abortion on the Ballot
Voters in Florida will see ballot measures to legalize adult-use cannabis and protect abortion rights in the general election, giving Democratic strategists hopes of winning the state for President Biden in November.
New York Bill Would Revoke Illicit Pot Shops Liquor, Tobacco Licenses
A New York lawmaker’s proposal would deny the right to sell cigarettes, booze and lottery tickets to businesses that sell weed without a license.
Iowa Legislature Passes Bill To Cap Potency of Hemp Products
A bill to put a THC limit on consumable hemp products is headed to the governor’s desk after the Iowa Senate passed the measure on Tuesday.
Hawaii House Committee Declines Hearing for Rec Weed Measure, Killing Effort for 2024
There's always next year, Hawaii.
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.
Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Initiative Approved for November 2024 Ballot
The Florida Supreme Court recently ruled that the challenges from Attorney General Ashley Moody are invalid, and that Amendment 3 will be put on the ballot.
Massachusetts Lawmakers Consider Psychedelics Therapy Legalization Bill
A Massachusetts joint legislative committee held a hearing to consider a proposal to legalize the therapeutic use of certain natural psychedelics.
Zimbabwe Farmers Swap Corn for Hemp Farming
The Zimbabwe Agricultural Marketing Authority is acknowledging the pros and cons of switching from traditional crops like corn, millet, and sorghum to hemp.
Colorado Bill Banning Social Media MJ, Drug Posts Raises Constitutional Concerns
While lawmakers have recently updated a new piece of legislation that would ban social media users from positively mentioning or promoting cannabis and other drugs, critics argue that the bill’s language is too far-reaching and could violate the First and Fourth Amendments.
Vermont Senate Passes Legislation To Establish Psychedelic Working Group
The modern-day “psychedelic renaissance” doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon in Vermont.