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The Roll-Up #37: Everybody Legalizing Everywhere
Leafly Podcasts - Published on June 8, 2018read moreThis week, Canada’s Senate votes to end prohibition, while the US Congress unveils a historic bill to do the same. Pinch us: Is this really happening?
President Trump Will ‘Probably’ Back STATES Act to End Federal Prohibition
Leafly Staff - Published on June 8, 2018read morePresident Trump came out in support of the STATES Act to end federal marijuana prohibition in states that have legalized cannabis.
Sen. Cory Gardner: How a Prohibitionist Became Legalization’s Defender
Bruce Kennedy - Published on June 8, 2018read moreThe primary Republican co-sponsor of the STATES Act cut a deal with Trump that could end federal cannabis prohibition. But…why?
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The Cannabis Act in the Senate: The Final Countdown
Dave Schmader - Published on June 7, 2018read moreToday (or possibly tonight), the Senate will conduct its final vote on the Cannabis Act. Here’s what’s in play and what we know so far.
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FAQ: What the STATES Act Would Do, and Why It’s a Game-Changer
Leafly Staff - Published on June 7, 2018read moreThis historic bill could end federal prohibition. Here’s everything you need to know.
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With Trump’s Support, STATES Act Could End Nationwide Cannabis Prohibition
Bruce Kennedy - Published on June 7, 2018read moreSen. Cory Gardner & Sen. Elizabeth Warren outline a legalization bill that President Trump agreed to back in a deal earlier this year.
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The Roll-Up Bonus Ep: Got a Cannabis Conviction? Seattle’s DA Will Erase It
Leafly Podcasts - Published on June 6, 2018read more9 years ago Pete Holmes stopped prosecuting cannabis offenses. Now he’s erasing them.
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Colorado Gov. Vetoes Autism as Medical Marijuana Condition
Bruce Kennedy - Published on June 6, 2018read moreGov. Hickenlooper was on the fence, but ultimately rejected the bill due to lack of research.
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The Ontario Election: What Does It Mean for Cannabis?
Randi Druzin - Published on June 6, 2018read moreOntario is a hub for the country’s cannabis industry, so stakeholders have been paying close attention to the election campaign.
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Pro-Cannabis Candidates Clean Up In California Primary Election 2018
Leafly Staff - Published on June 5, 2018read moreWinning pols knew which way the vapor was blowing.
