MEDICAL MARIJUANA

Kentucky Medical Cannabis License Applications Surge as Deadline Approaches 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- September 2, 2024
The race for medical marijuana licenses in Kentucky is heating up as the application deadline draws near. According to a recent report by WLKY, the number of applications for dispensary licenses has skyrocketed in the final days before the cutoff. State officials reveal that nearly 2,300 applications have been submitted for various cannabis business licenses,
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North Carolina Senate Pushes Forward Medical Marijuana Bill with Recreational Ban 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- August 21, 2024
In a significant legislative move, the North Carolina Senate has advanced a stringent medical marijuana bill to the House, seeking final approval as the 2024 session nears its end. This marks the third consecutive year the Senate has passed such a bill, each time with bipartisan support. However, previous efforts have stalled in the House.
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Alabama’s Medical Marijuana Program Faces Delays, Patients Left Waiting 0
- MEDICAL MARIJUANA
- August 7, 2024
In 2021, Alabama took a significant step by approving a medical marijuana program, promising relief for patients with qualifying conditions. However, three years later, patients are still waiting for access to cannabis products. The delays have been attributed to bureaucratic hurdles and regulatory challenges that have slowed the program’s implementation. Despite the initial optimism, the
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Arkansas Medical Marijuana Expansion Effort Gains Extra Time for Signature Collection 0

In a significant development for medical marijuana advocates in Arkansas, state officials have granted an additional 30 days for the collection of signatures to support a ballot initiative aimed at expanding the state’s medical cannabis program. The campaign, led by Arkansans for Patient Access (APA), initially submitted nearly 110,000 signatures but fell short of the

The Health Impacts of Marijuana: A Mixed Bag 0

As marijuana use becomes increasingly mainstream, researchers are finally able to study its effects more thoroughly. A recent article in Scientific American explores the latest findings on cannabis and health, revealing a complex picture. While marijuana offers potential benefits for pain relief, nausea reduction, and epilepsy treatment, it also carries risks. Heavy use has been

Senate Introduces DOOBIE Act to Address Cannabis Employment Barriers 0

In a significant move towards cannabis reform, Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) has introduced the Dismantling Outdated Obstacles and Barriers to Individual Employment (DOOBIE) Act in the U.S. Senate. The proposed legislation aims to protect individuals from being denied federal employment or security clearances due to past marijuana use. This initiative reflects a growing recognition of