Cannabis Reform

Corporate Influence In Biden's Cannabis Policy? The Risks Of 'Born-Again Champions Of Justice And Equity'
56% Of Americans Say Marijuana Users Would Create Good Cannabis Policy As They Don't Trust Big Pharma, Tobacco And Alcohol
Video: Schumer Says Marijuana Reclassification Is Necessary But Is Not End Of Story, Presents Bill To Federally Legalize Cannabis
56% Of Americans Say Marijuana Users Would Create Good Cannabis Policy As They Don't Trust Big Pharma, Tobacco And Alcohol
Video: Schumer Says Marijuana Reclassification Is Necessary But Is Not End Of Story, Presents Bill To Federally Legalize Cannabis
Cannabis Advocates Say DEA's Move Represents 'Progress But Not Justice,' Ends War On Medical Marijuana Patients, But Not War On Drugs
Congress Discusses Remaining FY2024 Spending Bill With Provisions On Cannabis Sales And Psychedelic Clinical Trials

Cannabis Reform Recent News

2023 Cannabis Year In Review: NORML's Top Ten Events In Marijuana Policy
This article was originally published by the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) and appears here with permission.
How Does Cannabis Reclassification To Schedule III Differ From De-Scheduling & What Is Ideal Reform? Legal Expert Explains
Over the past several years, the US cannabis industry has experienced many important milestones.
Republican Presidential Candidate's Radical Suggestions To Disband FBI, Expand DEA In Conflict With Previous Statements
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy recently gave a domestic policy speech revealing some interesting, if odd, plans concerning the federal government's workforce. Some of the changes he proposed are not quite in line with his previous statements.
White House Touts Biden's Marijuana Reforms To Win Over Young Voters With New Campaign
The White House addressed young people on Thursday via a fact sh
Ed Perlmutter, Cory Gardner And What They've Done For Cannabis: A Political Panel You Don't Want To Miss
While marijuana legalization generally faces opposion from members of the Republican party, more and more politicians from both sides of the aisle are expressing support for cannabis and are acknowledging the failure of the War on Drugs.
Blumenauer Urges Cannabis Reform For 100th Time: 'Insanity Even Reached The White House'
Wes Moore, MD's First Black Gov Releases $69M For Cannabis Reform, Climate Change
Wes Moore was sworn in Wednesday, becoming Maryland’s first Black governor in the state and only third in the nation. One of his first executive actions had to do with cannabis reform.
Marijuana Banking: What Does Sen McConnell Want? 'It's Not Over 'Till It's Over' Says Analyst
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell recently targeted cannabis banking reform (SAFE Act) when he called on Democrats Charles Schumer and Nancy Pelosi<
Marijuana Banking Reform Not Part Of Defense Bill: No Hope For SAFE Act This Year?
Lawmakers opted not to put cannabis reform in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) defense bill.
Mitch McConnell Blasts Democrats Over Proposal To Include Cannabis Reform In Defense Bill
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) lashed out at Democrats on Tuesday for their plan to include cannabis banking reform and what he referred to as other “pet priorities” in a large-scale defense bill, reported The Hill.
Marijuana Banking Reform On Hold As House Lawmakers Disagree On Defense Bill Inclusion Option
House lawmakers delayed coming to a long-awaited decision on whether to consider a series of cannabis reforms as part of a large-scale defense bill, citing disagreements over several key unresolved issues, reported Marijua
DOJ's Concerns Over Marijuana Banking Act Complicating Law Enforcement Operations Seem Resolved
The Department of Justice issued a memo to congressional leaders regarding the Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2021 (SAFE Banking Act) indicating its concerns about the bill. According to the department, the language in the initial House bill “could significantly complicate law enforcement investigations and prosecutions,” as first 
Biden Will Sign Cannabis Research Bill, WH Confirms, Sen. Kaine & Industry Experts Praise Senate Approval
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) praised the last week’s Senate passage of a bipartisan marijuana research bill he cosponsored.
Congress Is Shaking It Up On Cannabis Reform, Some Wish They'd Started Sooner But Better Late Than Never
As the lame-duck Congress scurries to get its ducks in order before they get pushed out of the nest, lawmakers are doing their best for cannabis and psychedelics reform.  Here’s what happened in the past several days.
How Many States Will Legalize Cannabis On Election Night 2022?
Markets may be down, but cannabis optimism remains high heading into election season. With five states determining adult use legislation this November, another Green Wave could soon sweep the United States. The potential green wave brings ample business opportunities, legal cannabis sales and the end to cannabis criminalization in legalized jurisdictions.
White House Protesters Holding 5-Foot Inflatable Joint Urge Biden To Keep Promise And Release All Cannabis Prisoners
Cannabis activists protested outside of the White House on Monday, urging President Biden to keep on his promise and release people who are in jail over marijuana-related offenses. The action was organized by Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) the Last Prisoner Project (LPP) and DC and Maryland Marijuana Justice 
'Congress Needs To Act' On Marijuana Reform Says VP Harris As Midterms Approach
Vice President Kamala Harris again addressed marijuana policy issues. This time, in a recent episode of Late Night with Seth Meyers.
EXCLUSIVE: Trulieve CEO Kim Rivers Calls To Action On Cannabis Reform
What has separated Trulieve Cannabis Corp (OTCMKTS: TCNNF) from other multi-state cannabis operators is a strategy of penetrating a market and getting to the customer first, then wanting to be involved in every aspect of the transaction as possible, the company’s CEO Kim Rivers
EXCLUSIVE: Why Rep. David Joyce Says 'Education Is The Key' To Cannabis Reform
What does the future hold for the cannabis industry in legislative terms?
Why Travel Expert Rick Steves Thinks Cannabis Reform Isn't Counterculture Any More: It Just 'Makes Sense'
Rick Steves is typically known for his travel expertise, but since 2012, he has also been a vocal proponent for adult use cannabis legalization. The host of "Rick Steves' Europe" considers himself to be a different type of spokesperson — as opposed to, say, Snoop Dog or Tommy Chong — who can take the fear out of cannabis.
Mitch McConnell Blasts Biden For Granting Clemency For Some Federal Cannabis & Drug Convictions
Last week, President Joe Biden granted clemency
66% Of Medicare Recipients Support Medical Marijuana Coverage: How Many Are Using Pot, And What For?
The House of Representatives approved the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act April 1, sending it to the Senate, a move that si
Wisconsin Senator Agard Says 'Republicans Are All Talk And No Action' On Medical Marijuana Reform
Wisconsin State Senate Committee on Insurance, Licensing and Forestry will hold a public hearing on a medical marijuana bill (Senate Bill 1034) on April 20th. Sponsors say the fact that the hearing is scheduled on the popular 4/20 cannabis holiday is a coincidence.