Legislation passed this spring decriminalizes possession of up to one ounce of marijuana and seals the records of past convictions from public view.
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Virginia: Marijuana Decriminalization Takes Effect July 1
Democratic Governor Ralph Northam officially signed legislation today decriminalizing marijuana possession. The new law takes effect July 1, 2020 and reduces penalties for offenses involving the possession of up to one ounce of marijuana to a civil violation – punishable by a maximum $25 fine, no arrest, and no criminal record.
Virginia: Governor Approves Bills to Decriminalize Marijuana and Legalize Medical Cannabis
Gov Northam has approved legislation to decriminalize marijuana possession offenses and provide explicit legal protection to the state’s medical cannabis program participants. The new laws will take effect July 1, 2020.
Weekly Legislative Roundup 3/14/20
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House Veterans Affairs Committee Passes Multiple Marijuana Bills
On March 12th, the House Veterans Affairs Committee (HVAC) passed two separate pieces of legislation pertaining to cannabis policy.
Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/29/20
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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/8/20
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Members of the Las Cruces, New Mexico City Council approved a resolution supporting statewide marijuana legalization, as the legislature considers proposals to regulate the substance in the state. Following are the bills that we’ve tracked this week and as always, check NORML’s Action Center for legislation pending in your state. Don’t forget to sign up for our email list, and we will keep you posted as these bills and more move through your home state legislature and U.S. Congress. Your Highness, Carly Actions to Take Connecticut Governor Lamont outlined funds within his 2021 budget proposal to prepare for the legalization and regulation of adult use marijuana in the state. The…
Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/1/20
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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/25/20
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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/18/20
Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup!