Virginia: Marijuana Decriminalization Law Takes Effect

"NORML is proud to have worked  to bring about these needed changes to Virginia law."

Study: Migraine Patients Self-Report Improvement Following Cannabis Initiation

Cannabis therapy was associated with a reduction in patients' use of other anti-migraine medications.

California: County Officials Dismiss Marijuana-Related Convictions

The Assembly-backed measure makes activities involving the possession of up to two ounces of cannabis a $50 fine – no arrest and no criminal record.

Changes in Traffic Fatality Rates Identified Following Adult-Use Legalization

"Findings suggest that adverse unintended effects of recreational cannabis laws can be heterogeneous and may depend on variations in implementation."

Colorado: New Law Expands Governor's Authority to Pardon Those with Marijuana Convictions

The new law provides the Governor's Office with expanded clemency powers for those with marijuana convictions on their records.

Iowa: Governor Signs Bill Amending State's Medical CBD Access Program

The law expands the pool of patients eligible for licensed CBD products to include those with post-traumatic stress and chronic pain conditions, and make other changes.

Colorado: Law Explicitly Permits Banks to Loan Money to Marijuana Businesses

The law states that a "bank or a credit union may loan money to any person licensed ... for the operation of a licensed medical or retail marijuana business."

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