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Cannabis legalization is a hot political topic in the U.S.

The U.S. House of Representatives recently approved a measure preventing the DOJ from interfering with statewide cannabis laws
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial July 15, 2019

As the “Green Rush” continues to spread across the United States of America, it is clear that the political stance on cannabis legalization is metamorphosing. Globally, the market is estimated to be...

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U.S. House of Representatives approves bipartisan amendment to protect state-legal cannabis programs

The amendment is now awaiting consideration in the full House, but it remains uncertain if the proposal will be given a green light in the Republican-dominated Senate
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial July 5, 2019

Just as last month was coming to an end, something profound happened in the pot industry.  A successful vote (267-165) by the U.S. House of Representatives saw the approval of a bipartisan amendment...

How will Lindsey Graham handle legalization efforts?

How will Lindsey Graham handle legalization efforts?

November 26, 2018

Thor Benson / Cannabis News Box Contributor  Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) is leaving his position as chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee for another position, which means he will be replaced by Sen....

Jeff Sessions is OUT - How will Trumps new AG affect the cannabis industry?

Jeff Sessions is OUT – How will Trump’s new AG affect the cannabis industry?

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 19, 2018

The results of the recent election will understandably have repercussions on the cannabis industry, some of which will last for a while and some that will have a temporary effect. Michigan experienced...

Cannabis reform in the U.S. one step closer after Democratic House flip

Cannabis reform in the U.S. one step closer after Democratic House flip

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial November 15, 2018

The ball is well and truly rolling for cannabis reform in the United States. Democrats have successfully regained authority over the U.S. House of Representatives. A momentous move like this could...

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U.S. senators file legislation to legalize medical cannabis for Military Veterans

Cannabis advocates have praised the legislation to legalize medical cannabis for veterans
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial October 2, 2018

A bill to legalize medical cannabis for veterans has been filed by two Democratic U.S. senators. The Senate bill, named the Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act, would entitle physicians who...

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The Marijuana Justice Act finally gets the support of Kamala Harris

Harris’ announcement that she will be signing on to the bill (S.1689) comes as quite a shock, considering the American lawyer and politician has done little to support cannabis reform.
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial May 27, 2018

On Thursday, May 10, US Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) declared her support for the Marijuana Justice Act, which could contribute to legalizing cannabis in the U.S. at the federal level. Harris signed on...

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Jeff Sessions might make cannabis stock investors wealthy

Thanks to Sessions’ disapproval of the cannabis industry, investors were able to funnel money into low-cost stocks and sell them on for a considerably higher rate just a few weeks later
Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial May 21, 2018

If there is one thing that U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions is best known for, it’s probably his opposition to cannabis legalization. Despite this, Sessions could potentially aid cannabis investors...

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Lawmakers might give cannabis businesses crucial tax relief

May 9, 2018

Thor Benson / Cannabis News Box Contributor As the tax code stands, a section called 280E makes it impossible for cannabis businesses to write off necessary expenses, like rent and wages. This is a...

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The Marijuana Justice Act is co-sponsored by Bernie Sanders

Bethan Rose Jenkins, Cannabis News Writer/Editorial May 1, 2018

Bernie Sanders has announced that he will co-sponsor the Marijuana Justice Act. This is one of many pro-cannabis moves made by the Vermont senator, who went down in history when he supported legalization...

Colorado Senator and US Attorney General Sessions protest, butt heads over Cole Memo

Colorado Senator and US Attorney General Sessions protest, butt heads over Cole Memo

Annureet Kaur February 12, 2018

Political unrest reached an all time high after Colorado senator decided to protest against US Attorney General Jeff Sessions action to repeal the Cole Memo – a memo that prevented federal interference...

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Employers in Maine can no longer refuse hiring employees who consume cannabis

Annureet Kaur February 12, 2018

Maine now prohibits employers from refusing to hire anyone aged 21 or older for consumes cannabis during their off time. The state's Department of Labor has also removed cannabis from its list of substances...

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