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New York Budget Clears Controversial Marijuana Provision, Governor’s Plan Dropped

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the state’s budget bill into law on Friday, but the legislation is being closely scrutinized for one major omission. The controversial provision that would…

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Trump’s VA Secretary Meets With Psychedelic Therapy Advocate To Discuss Expanding Access For Military Veterans

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A meeting between U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins and a prominent advocate for psychedelic therapy is making waves. This gathering, which took place on Wednesday, focused…

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New York Governor’s Budget Shift: Plan to Let Police Use Marijuana Odor Against Drivers Scrapped After Backlash

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New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent budget proposal stirred controversy when it included a provision that would have allowed law enforcement officers to compel drivers to take a drug test…

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Texas Hemp Farmers Warn New Bill Could Shatter State’s Hemp Industry

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Farmers say the new Texas bill targeting intoxicating cannabinoids could destroy the state’s growing hemp industry, making it difficult for them to turn a profit. Andrew Hill, an experienced hemp…

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Ben & Jerry’s Partners With Marijuana Justice Group to Push for Cannabis Prisoner Releases This 4/20

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As the nation prepares for 4/20 celebrations, Ben & Jerry's is once again using the occasion to spotlight a critical issue: the ongoing incarceration of tens of thousands for marijuana-related…

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New Hampshire Senate Rejects Key Marijuana Legalization and Medical Cannabis Bills

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The New Hampshire Senate dealt a significant blow to marijuana reform Thursday by tabling several key bills that aimed to legalize cannabis, allow home cultivation for medical marijuana patients, and…

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Illinois Senate Passes Bill to Restrict Police Searches Based on Marijuana Smell

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In a significant step toward balancing legal cannabis use with personal privacy, the Illinois Senate has passed a bill that restricts police from using the smell of marijuana as probable…

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Trump’s Silence Could Stall Marijuana Rescheduling Indefinitely, Former Officials Warn

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The future of marijuana reform in the U.S. might hinge on one thing: whether Donald Trump cares enough to speak up. That’s the stark message coming from former high-ranking officials…

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Hawaii Senate Greenlights Broad Expansion of Medical Marijuana Access

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A big shift could be coming to Hawaii’s medical marijuana program. On Wednesday, the state Senate passed a bill that would give doctors and nurse practitioners broad leeway in recommending…

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CBD-CBG Ointment Shows Promising Results for Eczema Relief, New Study Finds

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A new study is giving fresh hope to eczema sufferers—especially those not thrilled about steroids. A topical cream containing cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG) appears to significantly reduce itching and…