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Tuesday, January 21, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, January 21, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Proposed 10% THC Limit in Washington Could Wreck Its Entire Weed Industry (Merry Jane) // Joe Biden Again Says No To Marijuana Legalization Without More Studies (Marijuana Moment) // ‘Suffering’ medical pot patients have seen supply dwindle for months: ‘There’s […]

Mexican Senate Proposes Latest Draft For Cannabis Legalization

Activists are doubtful that the new plan appropriately centers consumer rights. The post Mexican Senate Proposes Latest Draft For Cannabis Legalization appeared first on High…

Washington State Lawmakers Propose Bill That Would Limit THC in Certain Products

If passed, the new rule would only affect non-medical users. The post Washington State Lawmakers Propose Bill That Would Limit THC in Certain Products appeared…

Chronicle AM: Federal Marijuana Prosecutions Drop, Drug Czar Touts Reduced Overdoses, More… (1/17/20)

A New Mexico pot legalization bill gets filed, Rhode Island's governor calls for legalization, the drug czar touts a drop in drug overdose deaths, and…

Governor of New Mexico Starts Campaign to Legalize Marijuana

Lujan Grisham anticipates that legalization will boost the state’s economy. The post Governor of New Mexico Starts Campaign to Legalize Marijuana appeared first on High…

Florida Teacher In Danger of Losing His Job Because He Uses Medical Marijuana

Florida’s 2016 medical cannabis law does not protect patients who work for employers with zero-tolerance, drug-free workplace policies. The post Florida Teacher In Danger of…

Cannabis Edibles Fly Off Shelves on First Day of Ontario Sales

Online and offline supplies did not prove sufficient for eager consumers. The post Cannabis Edibles Fly Off Shelves on First Day of Ontario Sales appeared…

Focus on opioids and cannabis in chronic pain media coverage

New Zealand media reports on chronic pain are focusing on treatments involving opioids and cannabis at the expense of best practice non-drug treatments, researchers have…

Real risks associated with cannabis exposure during pregnancy

A new study has definitively shown that regular exposure to THC, the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, during pregnancy has significant impact on placental and…

Friday, January 17, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Friday, January 17, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // New Mexico Marijuana Legalization Bill Filed After Governor Puts Issue On 2020 Agenda (Marijuana Moment) // Global Cannabis Sales Grow 48% to $15 Billion in 2019 (Valdosta Daily Times (AP)) // 40% of Arizona’s Hemp Crops Must Be Destroyed Due […]

Chronicle AM: NM Governor Says Legalize Weed This Year, KY Criminal Justice Reform Push, More… (1/16/20)

New Mexico could legalize marijuana next month, Virginia activists says marijuana decriminalization is not enough, Kentucky prepares to go to work on criminal justice reforms,…

Update: Illinois’ Cresco Labs Cannabis Workers Vote to Unionize

The state sees its first win in the cannabis labor movement. The post Update: Illinois’ Cresco Labs Cannabis Workers Vote to Unionize appeared first on…

High Times Announces Launch of Flagship Retail Stores

High Times merch and memorabilia, anyone? The post High Times Announces Launch of Flagship Retail Stores appeared first on High Times.

Seven Mississippi Doctors Pen Letter in Support of Medical Cannabis Initiative

In their letter, the seven doctors blast the Board of Health’s resolution against medical cannabis, which they say is filled with misinformation and debunked claims.…

Officials Say That Chicago Cannabis Taxes May Exceed 41% By Summer

Illinois is still ironing out its recreational marijuana industry. The post Officials Say That Chicago Cannabis Taxes May Exceed 41% By Summer appeared first on…

Thursday, January 16, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Thursday, January 16, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Congressional Hearing Exposes Marijuana Research Limitations Imposed By Federal Law (Marijuana Moment) // New California-based marijuana strains drew a line around the block in Baltimore. Could more be coming (Baltimore Sun) // Lawmakers Consider Ending Residency Requirement for Marijuana Workers […]

Study sheds light on link between cannabis, anxiety and stress

A molecule produced by the brain that activates the same receptors as marijuana is protective against stress by reducing anxiety-causing connections between two brain regions,…

Chronicle AM: MI Jail Task Force Recommendations, Congress Wants Answers on Meth and Cocaine ODs, More… (1/15/20)

The Czech Pirate Party reaches for the stars, House members want answers from the administration about rising meth and cocaine deaths, and more.StimulantsCongressional…

Six Rikers Island Guards Charged in Drug Smuggling, Bribery Case

Several inmates were charged as well. The post Six Rikers Island Guards Charged in Drug Smuggling, Bribery Case appeared first on High Times.

Illinois Regulators Investigating Violations of Cannabis Stockpiling Rule

Potential violations of a rule against stockpiling products from a single supplier could lead to huge fines for Illinois cannabis dispensaries. The post Illinois Regulators…

Advocacy Committee Presents Two Ballot Initiatives to Legalize Cannabis in Montana

If all goes according to plan, Montana residents could vote on marijuana this year. The post Advocacy Committee Presents Two Ballot Initiatives to Legalize Cannabis…

College students use more marijuana in states where it's legal, but they binge drink less

Marijuana use among college students has been trending upward for years, but in states that have legalized recreational marijuana, use has jumped even higher. A…

Impaired driving — even once the high wears off

Researchers have discovered that recreational marijuana use affects driving ability even when users are not intoxicated. Cannabis users had more accidents, drove at higher speeds,…

Wednesday, January 15, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Wednesday, January 15, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Illinois dispensaries sold more than $19.7 million in recreational marijuana the first 12 days of sales (Chicago Tribune) // FDA Would Be Required To Allow CBD Product Marketing Under New Bipartisan Bill (Marijuana Moment) // New Hampshire Lawmakers Take New […]

Chronicle AM: MT Legal Pot Initiatives Filed, NJ Governor Signs Asset Forfeiture Reform Bill, More… (1/14/20)

Montana activists have rolled out a parir of marijuana legalization initiatives, a Colorado bill aims to protect workers who use marijuana during their time away…

Colorado Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect Employees Who Use Pot Off The Clock

The lawmakers argue that the lapse in current policy disproportionately affects people of color and poor people. The post Colorado Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect…

Study Finds Long-Term Heavy Cannabis Use May Impair Driving

Researchers say poor driving performance in non-intoxicated drivers means heavy cannabis use impairs cognition. The post Study Finds Long-Term Heavy Cannabis Use May Impair Driving…

Workers Will Vote Today On Joining Illinois’ First Cannabis Union

Bernie Sanders even tweeted his support for Cresco Labs’ organizing campaign. The post Workers Will Vote Today On Joining Illinois’ First Cannabis Union appeared first…

Despite Support, Recreational Marijuana Will Not Appear on Florida Ballot

Advocates are hoping for a vote in 2022. The post Despite Support, Recreational Marijuana Will Not Appear on Florida Ballot appeared first on High Times.

Tuesday, January 14, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Tuesday, January 14, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // Florida Marijuana Legalization Campaign Shifts Focus To 2022 Instead Of This Year (Marijuana Moment) // Marijuana Sales in 2019 Break a Record… With a Month to Go (Denver Westword) // Gov. Bryan calls on senate to pass cannabis bill during […]

Chronicle AM: Another MORE Act Vote Coming, FL Pot Initiative Effort Shifts to 2022, More… (1/13/20)

The MORE Act should get another committee vote this week, the Florida marijuana legalization initiative campaign has shifted its sights to 2020, Illinois' governor sketches…

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. The post Austin Politician Proposes Ban on Using Government Funds for…

Proposed Law Update Has Some Hemp Farmers Nervous

Hemp farmers are growing anxious over proposed regulations. The post Proposed Law Update Has Some Hemp Farmers Nervous appeared first on High Times.

Australian Capital’s Cannabis Laws Present Confusion and Controversy

Experts say that the lack of clarity and provisions will allow the illicit market to continue to thrive. The post Australian Capital’s Cannabis Laws Present…

Monday, January 13, 2020 Headlines | Marijuana Today Daily News

Marijuana Today Daily Headlines Monday, January 13, 2020 | Curated by host Shea Gunther // California Governor Proposes Changes To Marijuana Regulations And Taxes (Marijuana Moment) // South Dakota governor drops plans to veto hemp, but calls for ‘guardrails’ (Boston Globe) // How massive donations from Howard G. Buffett helped block the opening of a […]

High Times Greats: Howard Stern On Drugs

In the 1990s, Howard Stern was already firmly on board with cannabis legalization. The post High Times Greats: Howard Stern On Drugs appeared first on…

Chronicle AM: Decriminalize Nature Hits DC, Colombia Coca Eradication Fight, More… (1/10/20)

Vermont lawmakers begin a push to tax and regulate marijuana sales, the Decriminalize Nature movement arrives in the nation's capital, Colombia's president and governors disagree…

People Who Live In States Where Cannabis Is Legal Have More Sex, Study Finds

Plus, less contraceptives, more babies and — yikes — potentially more gonorrhea. The post People Who Live In States Where Cannabis Is Legal Have More…

New Hampshire House Approves Bills To Expand Medical Marijuana Program

Insomnia and opioid use disorder are now listed as qualifying medical conditions. The post New Hampshire House Approves Bills To Expand Medical Marijuana Program appeared…

Governor Of Virginia Wants To Decriminalize Simple Cannabis Possession

With Democrats in control of Virginia’s General Assembly, Gov. Ralph Northam is making his strongest push yet for decriminalizing marijuana possession. The post Governor Of…