District of Columbia: Marijuana Expungement Bill Enacted Into Law
Legislation facilitating the review and expungement of certain marijuana-related convictions is now law in the District of Columbia.…
NORML Op-Ed: In the Era of Legal Marijuana, The Kids Are Alright
“What about the children?” This was arguably the most frequently posed question by critics in the years prior…
District of Columbia: Legislation Expanding Medical Cannabis Access Enacted Into Law
Legislation providing patients with greater access to medical cannabis is now law in the District of Columbia. On…
State Policy Weekly Update 3/22/2023
Marijuana reform legislation continues to advance in several states. This week’s update highlights legislative developments in Arizona, Delaware,…
How Popular Is Cannabis In Africa?
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, has been used for both medicinal and recreational purposes for centuries. It has…
Pennsylvania: Appellate Court Rules That Medical Cannabis Costs Should Be Reimbursed by Workers’ Compensation Insurance Plans
Costs specific to the state sanctioned use of medical cannabis are eligible for reimbursement under workers’ compensation laws, according to…
NORML Op-Ed: Antiquated Marijuana Policies Are Exacerbating Supply Chain Issues
Tens of thousands of commercial truckers are leaving their jobs, resulting in higher prices and barren shelves. What’s motivating this…
Kentucky: Senate Approves Medical Cannabis Bill
Kentucky Senate votes 26-Y 11-N in favor of SB 47 Kentucky Senate lawmakers have approved legislation, Senate Bill…
State Policy Weekly Update 3/15/2023
Marijuana reform legislation continues to advance in several states. This week’s update highlights legislative developments in Alabama, Delaware,…
Analysis: Percentage of Americans Acknowledging Medical Cannabis Use Has Doubled Since 2013
The percentage of US adults who acknowledge possessing a doctor’s authorization to use cannabis products doubled between the…
NORML Remembers: Dr. Raphael Mechoulam
NORML is saddened to report on the passing of Dr. Raphael Mechoulam, the “Father of Cannabis Research.” He…
Delaware: House Passes Adult-Use Cannabis Bill with Two-Thirds Supermajority
Delaware took a major step toward ending cannabis prohibition today when House members passed legislation (HB 2: a/k/a…
Biden’s Marijuana Pardon Certificates Are Important for All Americans, Particularly Those of Us with Federal Cannabis Convictions
A trial in federal court, even one that is over a few grams of cannabis, generates a ton…