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Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Cannabis Decriminalization Bill
The Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Terrorism held a hearing on Tuesday to discuss the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act, a bill introduced last week that would federally decriminalize marijuana.
Bipartisan Group of Senators Introduces Resolution Calling for Brittney Griner’s Release
Brittney Griner, the WNBA star, has been held in a Russian prison since February on drug charges, and faces a 10-year sentence.
Senate Dems Ready To Introduce Cannabis Bill, Hearing Scheduled Next Week
Chuck Schumer, the Democratic leader in the Senate, had said that the marijuana reform bill would be introduced before the August recess.
SAFE Banking Act Dropped From China Competition Bill
A bill to allow financial services to businesses in the legal cannabis industry was dropped from a China competition bill after passing in the House of Representatives but failing to gain the approval of Senate negotiators.
Louisiana Senate Approves Bill Allowing Public Employees to Use Medical Pot
A bill that would ban discrimination against state employees who use medical cannabis was approved by the Louisiana Senate on Wednesday, sending the legislation to the governor’s desk for his approval.
New Jersey Regulator Grilled at Hearing Over Sluggish Adult-Use Weed Launch
The president of the New Jersey Senate called for the hearing after a number of delays to the program’s rollout.
Schumer Pushes Back Release For Senate Legalization Bill
Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is backtracking after saying the legislation would be unveiled this month.
Georgia Medical Cannabis Bill Dies in State Senate
The Georgia legislature failed to approve a medical cannabis compromise bill this week, leaving the state’s patients without a legal way to access their medicine.
Louisiana Senate Candidate Gary Chambers Smokes Blunt in Campaign Video
Senate hopeful Gary Chambers Jr. of Louisiana addresses the outdated cannabis laws that target people of color, all while smoking a blunt, in a new campaign video.
Ohio Bill Moves Forward to Expand Medical Cannabis Program
This decision by the Ohio Senate marks the first time since 2016 the state looks to expand its medical cannabis program.