‘There Are A Lot Of People Who Smoke Cannabis In Congress,’ Lawmaker Says
A lawmaker who helps to lead the Congressional Cannabis Caucus says there are “a lot” of fellow legislators on Capitol Hill who secretly smoke marijuana. “I think there are a lot of people who smoke cannabis in Congress,” Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) said on Wednesday. She added, however, that legalization is an important policy issue […]
Lawmakers push cannabis reform on Capitol Hill (Newsletter: May 14, 2026)
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MEDICAL MARIJUANA: Indiana Republicans show openness to limited legalization as Bohacek prepares bill
Gov. Mike Braun and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith have both indicated they would support legalization of marijuana for medicinal purposes. (Photo/Pexels.com) By Sydney ByerlyThe Indiana CitizenMay 14, 2026 Sen. Mike Bohacek, R-Michiana Shores, plans to introduce legislation in 2027 that would legalize medical marijuana in Indiana, a proposal that comes as some top Indiana Republicans […]
Could PA get a Cannabis Control Board as a step towards recreational marijuana? – North Penn Now
LevittownNow.com File Photo. A state Senate committee has advanced a bill to create a Cannabis Control Board that would allow more oversight of the existing medical marijuana program. It would also regulate hemp-derived products, which contain intoxicating cannabinoids and are currently sold in head shops and gas stations around the commonwealth. The bill’s sponsor, Republican […]
Cannabis Unity Coalition Lobbies in DC to End Prohibition
Cannabis advocates from across the political spectrum went down to Washington, DC to lobby Congress for federal cannabis reform by decriminalizing and descheduling marijuana. The Cannabis Unity Coalition led a mobilization to demand immediate federal action in support of cannabis decriminalization, prisoner release, record clearing, and the restoration of rights for those negatively impacted by cannabis prohibition. […]
Kemp signs bill to expand Georgia’s medical marijuana laws, allow vaping for patients
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Some Georgians with chronic pain and illness are rejoicing following Gov. Brian Kemp’s official signature on Senate Bill 220, which expands the state’s medical cannabis program. The bill adds new qualifying conditions, like Lupus, and allows those with a medical cannabis card to begin legally inhaling the drug via […]
Kemp signs bill to expand Georgia’s medical marijuana laws, allow vaping for patients
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Some Georgians with chronic pain and illness are rejoicing following Gov. Brian Kemp’s official signature on Senate Bill 220, which expands the state’s medical cannabis program. The bill adds new qualifying conditions, like Lupus, and allows those with a medical cannabis card to begin legally inhaling the drug via […]
Will Indiana legalize medical marijuana? One lawmaker is writing a plan after federal moves
One Indiana senator is already planning to work on legislation to bring medical cannabis to the state as the federal government moves to lessen restrictions on medical marijuana. Numerous lawmakers have penned legislation to legalize medical marijuana in recent years, as all other states around Indiana have legalized cannabis in some form. Sen. Mike Bohacek […]
Medical Marijuana Helps Pain Patients Reduce Use Of Opioids, New Study Shows
As opioids continue to drive overdose deaths, a new study suggests that making medical cannabis available and affordable can help patients reduce their use of the prescription painkillers. “Although cannabis has historically been characterized as a potential ‘gateway drug,’ it may also serve as a harm-reduction tool for some patients seeking to reduce reliance on […]
Louisiana Government Task Force Would Study Marijuana Legalization Under Lawmaker’s New Proposal
A Louisiana lawmaker has filed legislation that would create a new state task force to “study and develop findings and recommendations regarding the potential legalization of recreational marijuana.” Under HCR111 from Rep. C. Denise Marcelle (D), the Louisiana Recreational Cannabis Policy Task Force would examine marijuana policy issues and submit a report with findings and […]
Ohio’s Marijuana Crackdown Could Send Even More Cannabis Buyers Into Michigan
A new Ohio marijuana poll highlighted by Marijuana Moment found most Ohio adults now view marijuana as both socially acceptable and relatively safe, even as Ohio officials launch a major taxpayer-funded campaign warning residents about cannabis risks. The clash reflects a broader national trend: public acceptance of marijuana continues rising rapidly while some conservative lawmakers […]
Colombian Lawmakers Approve Bill To Legalize Marijuana
Lawmakers in Colombia have advanced a bill to legalize marijuana through its first step in the legislative process. The First Committee of the House of Representatives approved the measure from Rep. Alejandro Ocampo on Tuesday, sending it to the full chamber for consideration. If approved there, the legislation would then go to the Senate for […]