Here’s a breakdown of which Governors and where are calling for the enactment of meaningful marijuana reform in 2021.
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Month: January 2021
Survey: Most Americans Say Marijuana Possesses Less Abuse Potential Than Alcohol
“The results show that the majority of U.S. consumers perceive cannabis (as CBD, hemp, marijuana, and THC) as having medical uses and view the potential for abuse of cannabis as less than for commonly prescribed medications and alcohol.”
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South Dakota: Republican Governor Officially Backing Litigation to Reject Voter-Approved Marijuana Legalization Initiative
“Whether or not one supports marijuana legalization, Americans should be outraged at these overtly undemocratic tactics.”
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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/8/21
Welcome to the first Weekly Legislative Roundup of 2021, on the NORML blog every Friday!
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California: No Uptick in Frequency of Marijuana Use by Young Adults Following Adult-Use Legalization
“In examining marijuana use before and after legalization of recreational sales in California, we found that frequency of use did not change significantly overall, including following legalization.”
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Study: Marijuana Use Not Associated with Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
“Our study found that there is no link to marijuana use and an increase in cardiovascular disease. Furthermore, there may be a link between marijuana use and lowered risk of cardiovascular disease.”
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New Jersey: Lawmakers Advance Legislation Imposing Penalties for Underage Marijuana Use
A5211/S3320 would impose civil fines between $50-150 for those ages 18-20 who are in possession of up to six ounces of marijuana.
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Likely Senate Power Shift and What It Means for the Prospects of Marijuana Policy Reform, NORML Responds
Senator Schumer’s ascension to Majority Leader will mark the first time in US history that the upper chamber is led by a Senator who is openly calling for cannabis legalization.
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Illinois: Governor Vacates Half a Million Past Marijuana Convictions
“Statewide, Illinoisans hold hundreds of thousands of low-level cannabis-related records, a burden disproportionately shouldered by communities of color.”
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Montana: Adult-Use Legalization Law Takes Effect
Adults may legally possess up to one ounce of marijuana and/or privately cultivate up to four mature cannabis plants.
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