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Arkansas’ Last Minute Dash for Petition Signatures
The Associated Press - Published on June 13, 2016Read moreThree Arkansas petitions are vying for a spot on the ballot – which one’s the winning ticket?
Colorado Will Ban Cannabis Gummy Bears
The Associated Press - Published on June 10, 2016Read moreSponsors say that gummy bears, gummy worms and chewy candies shaped like fruits are too attractive to children.
Alaska Cannabis Regulators Award First Licenses
The Associated Press - Published on June 10, 2016Read moreAlaska regulators were applauded Thursday as they approved the first licenses for legal marijuana growing and testing facilities — another milestone for the fledgling industry.
Michigan Elections Board Rejects Legalization Measure
The Associated Press - Published on June 9, 2016Read moreMichigan’s elections board says a ballot drive to legalize marijuana for recreational use did not collect enough valid voter signatures to qualify for a statewide vote in November.
Michigan May Put Legalization on the November Ballot
The Associated Press - Published on June 1, 2016Read moreMichigan’s legalization advocates turn in enough signatures just in time for the upcoming deadline to get legalization on the November ballot.
Ohio MMJ Legalization Now on John Kasich’s Desk
The Associated Press - Published on May 26, 2016Read moreLawmakers fast-tracked the measure as a way to head off a medical marijuana issue headed toward fall ballots.
Ohio Lawmakers Scramble to Pass Medical Cannabis Bill Before Recess
The Associated Press - Published on May 25, 2016Read moreMany legislators are anticipating a long night, as the House and Senate planned votes on dozens of bills before they recess until after the November election.
Ohio Scraps Plan for Pharmacy Board to Oversee Medical Cannabis
The Associated Press - Published on May 25, 2016Read moreLawmakers ditched the scheme Tuesday over concerns the rare setup would create an undue burden on the state.
Louisiana Clears Legislative Hurdle to Dispensing Medical Marijuana
The Associated Press - Published on May 17, 2016Read moreAn effort to speed up and expand the dispensing of medical marijuana in Louisiana won final legislative passage Monday, spurred by personal stories of people with seizures and severe pain.
Colorado’s Smaller Communities Finding Cannabis Costs, Benefits in Uneasy Balance
The Associated Press - Published on May 16, 2016Read moreThe prospect of cannabis-tax proceeds has raised spirits in Colorado towns, but small communities are finding costs as well as benefits.