NORML today hand-delivered over 10,000 written comments from US citizens calling on federal and international agencies to amend the international prohibition of cannabis. The public comments, which were requested earlier this month by the US Food and Drug Administration, will be considered as part of the World Health Organization’s ongoing review of the plant’s international classification.
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Weekly Legislative Roundup 4/20/18
Welcome to the 4/20 edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup!
Pennsylvania’s Department of Health Rapidly Approves Advisory Board Recommendations
The Department of Health had up to one year to act on the recommendations of the Board. In a move that excited patients and advocates, Dr. Rachel Levine on behalf of the Department acted quickly adopting all of the recommendations above.
GOP Lawmaker: Trump Administration Pledges Non-Interference In Legal Marijuana States
Republican Senator Cory Gardner (CO) says that he has received a verbal commitment from President Donald Trump specifying that the administration will not take action to disrupt marijuana markets in states that legally regulate the substance. In response to the administration’s pledge, NORML Director Erik Altieri stated: “[I]t is time for Congress to do its part and swiftly move forward bipartisan legislation that explicitly provides states with the authority and autonomy to set their own marijuana policies absent the fear of federal incursion.”
Weekly Legislative Roundup 4/13/18
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup!
Are You Doing 4/20 Right? Here’s a List of What’s Happening
NORML chapters from around the country are combining traditional 4/20 events with a robust presence on social media that will include a call-to-action urging federal lawmakers to support HR 1227: The Ending Marijuana Prohibition Act.
The FDA Wants To Hear From You About Marijuana Scheduling
This year, the United Nations World Health Organization is due to review the current international classification of marijuana, THC, cannabidiol, and other related compounds and preparations this year. In the lead-up, the WHO is asking member nations submit feedback, of which no nation is more influential than the United States.
Building A Better Medical Program In Pennsylvania, One Flower At A Time
What will this mean for Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana patients? The added indications will create a more inclusive program. The inclusion of flower to the program will provide added relief to many patients, including those with PTSD. Optimistically, this NORML Executive Director sees this as an even greater victory as it puts into place all of the instruments necessary to handle the eventual statewide LEGAL sale of recreational marijuana.
Weekly Legislative Roundup 4/6/18
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup!
NORML Chapters Continue State-Level Push for Marijuana Law Reforms
NORML activists have been meeting with state representatives to educate lawmakers and their staff about the advantages of ending marijuana prohibition and encourage support for over 100 pieces of legislation nationwide.