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Illinois Set To Become 11th State To Legalize Recreational Marijuana
The legalization bill only needs the governor’s signature to become law.
Marijuana Legalization Remains Low Priority For Most Americans
Only 2% of Americans polled said that legalization was an important issue for them when deciding who they will vote for in the 2020 election.
Netflix Doc "Grass Is Greener" Explores How Marijuana Shaped America
The new Netflix documentary spotlights marijuana’s role in shaping culture, music and politics in the U.S.
New Jersey Governor Issues Ultimatum Over Recreational Pot
Governor Phil Murphy is giving lawmakers until May to approve recreational marijuana…or else.
New Mexico May Soon Legalize Recreational Marijuana
The state’s house voted to legalize marijuana for recreational use, potentially joining the growing number of states that have done so.
New York Counties Skeptical Of Marijuana Legalization
In the more rural counties upstate, sheriffs and others are concerned about the effect that marijuana legalization will have on road safety.
Pot Legalization Moves Forward In New Hampshire Despite Opposition
High overdose rates in the state has been cited as one of the main reasons opponents are against legalizing cannabis.
Marijuana Should Be Rescheduled, World Health Organization Says
The UN authority is joining those who are demanding we take another look at marijuana’s classification.
Will Florida Repeal Its Ban On Marijuana Smoking?
Florida’s newly elected governor says the ban was not “up to snuff.” Newly elected Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has asked his state’s legislature to drop a ban on smoking marijuana. DeSantis, a Republican, announced his decision at a press conference on January 17, where he said the ban was not “up to snuff,” and doubled… Continue reading Will Florida Repeal Its Ban On Marijuana Smoking?