Jurisdictions that legalize adult-use marijuana access experience a sharp decline in the public’s use of unregulated synthetic cannabinoid products, such as Spice and K2, according to newly published data in the Journal of Clinical Toxicology. NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano found the study’s results to be unsurprising. “The limited popularity of these products is a […]
With profound sadness, Peachtree NORML announced the passing of Tom McCain, the Executive Director Emeritus and long-time board member. After witnessing the devastating injustices of cannabis prohibition and the War on Drugs, Tom became a tireless advocate for legalization. He served as the Executive Director of Peachtree NORML for many years, retiring in 2019. Tom […]
Members of the US House of Representatives voted last night in favor of legislation, “The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act,” that seeks to facilitate cannabis-specific scientific research and potential drug development. Two-hundred and sixteen Democrats voted in support of the bill, as did 109 Republicans. Ninety-five Republicans voted against advancing the bill. It […]
According to a new survey published in Canada, roughly 1 out of every 3 patients experiencing chronic pain use cannabis for pain management. This study was released a few weeks ago by the Canadian Journal of Pain. According to the research, roughly 2,000 patients were assessed and over 30% admitted to using cannabis for their […]
Members of Congress are fast-tracking legislation, “The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act,” which seeks to facilitate cannabis-specific scientific research and potential drug development. The House bill, which is scheduled for floor action this week, contains language that is similar to Senate Bill 253 — which Senate members unanimously passed in April. The Act provides […]
The confusion of crossing state lines – one with legal marijuana and one without – continues for the Department of Transportation. Some of their employees reside in states that prohibit testing for marijuana. However, the DOT, which regulates industries such as truck drivers and train operators, operates at a federal level, where marijuana is still […]
Today marks the one year anniversary of legalization in Virginia and multiple changes to marijuana law take effect. Public Possession Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the 2022 budget bill which contains language recriminalizing activities involving the personal possession of over four ounces of marijuana in public. Under the new law, the public possession of over […]
In 2021, Nevada state lawmakers passed a bill legalizing cannabis consumption establishments, also known as lounges, under two categories of licensing: one for “retail cannabis consumption lounges,” under which existing retailers will be able to sell products to be consumed on-site, and another for “independent cannabis consumption lounges” that will open as standalone lounges and […]
A new energy drink just dropped, and it goes by the name “Gym Weed”. This new hemp-infused energy drink comes from the creators of Muscle Milk. This new hemp energy drink comes in three flavors, pear pineapple, stone fruit, and tropical berry. Each one is “touted to provide balanced energy without the jittery, anxious feeling”. […]
Montrezl Harrell, a player of the Charlotte Hornets is facing felony drug charges after being arrested for possession of over 3 pounds of marijuana. This incident occurred sometime over the last week during a traffic stop. Harrell was pulled over by a Kentucky state trooper around 10 am and was asked to step out of […]
