The push for marijuana legalization in Hawaii has hit a significant snag as Rep. Kyle Yamashita (D), chair of the House Finance Committee, announced on Tuesday afternoon that his panel would not consider the legalization measure, SB 3335, ahead of a legislative deadline this week. The decision effectively ends the bill’s journey through the legislative […]
Federal Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents have made headlines in New Mexico after seizing over $300,000 worth of cannabis products from state-licensed operators in recent weeks, according to a report by KRQE. The seizures, which occurred at routine CBP checkpoints near the U.S.-Mexico border in the state’s southern region, have sparked concerns among cannabis […]
A cloud of smoke hovered over Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate on Monday night as marijuana enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the legalization of recreational cannabis in Germany. The landmark legislation, which came into effect at midnight, permits possession of small amounts of cannabis for personal use, sparking both jubilation and concern across the nation. The German Cannabis […]
In light of the increasing legalization of marijuana across the United States, a recent federal report has unveiled a notable decline in positive drug tests among commercial drivers. However, this encouraging trend is juxtaposed against a significant rise in the number of drivers refusing drug screenings altogether. According to the report released by the Federal […]
In a significant departure from the administration’s previous stance, Vice President Kamala Harris has openly called for the legalization of marijuana, marking a potential shift in policy as the November elections loom. Speaking to a group of cannabis pardon recipients at the White House, Harris asserted, “we need to legalize marijuana,” according to an attendee. […]
In a groundbreaking move, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey unveiled plans earlier in March to pardon individuals convicted of simple marijuana possession, potentially impacting hundreds of thousands of residents in the state. If approved by the Governor’s Council, the pardons would extend to all prior adult misdemeanor convictions for marijuana possession. “We’re talking about hundreds of […]
In a recent analysis conducted by the Pew Research Center, it has been revealed that despite marijuana remaining illegal under federal law, an increasing number of Americans reside in states where its recreational use is permitted. The findings underscore a significant shift in public attitudes towards cannabis legalization, with 54% of the population now living […]
A recent case study conducted by researchers at the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil suggests that cannabis oil, specifically full-spectrum CBD oil, may offer a viable alternative treatment for dogs suffering from discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), a common autoimmune skin disease. Published in the journal Frontiers in Veterinary Science, the study detailed the […]
In response to the ongoing challenges facing U.S. military recruitment, the Navy has announced a significant shift in its approach to recruits who test positive for marijuana upon arrival at boot camp. Rear Adm. James Waters revealed this week that rather than immediately disqualifying such individuals, the Navy will now consider granting waivers, aiming to […]
A recent order signed by Senior Resident Superior Court Judge James Gregory Bell in Robeson County, North Carolina, has stirred controversy as it imposes a ban on individuals entering the North Carolina Superior Courts of Robeson County if they exhibit the odor of marijuana. Effective immediately, anyone with the scent of marijuana, THC, CBD, Hashish, […]
