The Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) is the number one organization in the U.S. legalizing cannabis. Media inquiries: media@mpp.org
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On behalf of all of us on the team here at MPP, have a safe and happy 4/20!
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"Fruitful talks are a start, but Virginians who’ve waited years for a legal, regulated market need action to follow." -Kevin Caldwell, MPP's Southeast Legislative Manager forbes.com/sites/ajherringto…
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"When cities and towns opt out of legal sales, it can be a long trek to the nearest dispensary. Raising possession limits allows adults to stock up responsibly, saving them time and money on gas." -Karen O'Keefe, MPP's director of state policies marijuanamoment.net/legal-ma…
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This bill will alleviate the travel burden for many Iowans who do not live near the five dispensaries currently licensed.
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"No other medication gets treated like cannabis does. Pharmacies are widely accessible throughout Iowa, while dispensaries are capped at five locations for thousands of patients." -Bridget Spiddle, MPP's public policy and communications coordinator marijuanamoment.net/iowa-gov…
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear continues to demonstrate strong leadership on medical cannabis, championing patient access and sensible reform. blog.mpp.org/blog/kentucky-g…
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It has been a long road to Alabama’s medical cannabis program launching, with several years of lawsuits. But, almost five years after its medical cannabis bill became law, the first sales have begun!
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The Illinois House and Senate have passed SB 3222, which would make several changes to Illinois’ cannabis and hemp laws, including doubling cannabis possession limits. The bill now heads to Gov. J.B. Pritzker for his consideration.
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In vast areas of cities and suburbs in Louisiana, ordinary residents will be at risk of felony charges simply for consuming cannabis in their own homes. blog.mpp.org/blog/la-governo…
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Check out our new blog to get the facts on what rescheduling means for medical interstate commerce, and see how MPP is working to keep patients protected!
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Marijuana Policy Project retweeted
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24 states and D.C. allow marijuana for both medical and recreational use.
Even though #marijuana remains illegal under federal law, the Trump administration has relaxed national regulations on medical marijuana.
ALT Chart showing nearly half of states have legalized recreational marijuana use.
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"We bring a broad public policy perspective that centers public health and safety, reducing teen access to cannabis, and supporting the personal freedom of adults to make choices about their own health and consciousness." -Adam Smith, MPP's Exec. Director igniteit.com/news/exclusive-…
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"It will be a financial disaster for companies built around selling THC products from hemp. Unless Congress acts, they will go away entirely." Adam J. Smith, MPP's executive director marijuanamoment.net/congress…
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"We’re pleased that Alaska legislators have recognized that it’s wrong to impose an economic life sentence for outdated low-level possession convictions." -Karen O'Keefe, MPP's director of state policies
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From undoing the harms of prohibition to generating millions in state tax revenue, there are many compelling reasons to support cannabis policy reform. Everyone has a different "why." Which argument for legalization resonates with you the most? Let us know below!
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A legal sales framework for adult-use cannabis would have generated critical tax revenue for communities and helped eliminate the unregulated illicit market. Gov. Spanberger's veto denies Virginia these benefits and ignores the clear will of the people. blog.mpp.org/blog/virginia-g…
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Louisiana should prioritize policies that are fair, evidence-based, and focused on actual public safety — not sweeping criminalization that traps ordinary people in the justice system.
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"This flies in the face of polls that continue to show that the citizens of Louisiana want to see prohibition end, not ramp up enforcement." -Kevin Caldwell, MPP's Southeast Legislative Manager
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TOMORROW: Join us for a timely webinar conversation — The Hemp Ban and the Future of Regulated Cannabis! Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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Idaho is one of the most restrictive states on cannabis, and it continues to get worse. If you are a medical patient who would benefit from a program in Idaho, a caregiver, or a supportive medical professional, please share your story with us!
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Pennsylvanians deserve a legislature that listens to them — not one that criminalizes them for choosing a plant safer than alcohol.
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