by adminTorusBrand | Jan 27, 2020 | Politics
Despite the city council’s unanimous decision to decriminalize marijuana, Austin’s police chief made it clear the state law will still be enforced. In a unanimous vote, the Austin City Council on Jan. 23 approved a resolution that halts police in the city from...
by adminTorusBrand | Jan 24, 2020 | Politics
A new “sensible amount” marijuana bill, backed by the ruling MORENA party, will be debated by the Mexican Senate in the upcoming Feb. 1 to April 30 session. Mexican lawmakers have a chance to make history in 2020 by approving a bill that would allow for the...
by adminTorusBrand | Jan 23, 2020 | Politics
While Missouri state officials work to launch the state’s medical marijuana program, advocates are rallying for a possible recreational cannabis vote in 2020. Missouri cannabis advocates do not seem to be resting on their laurels. As Missouri state officials continue...
by adminTorusBrand | Jan 22, 2020 | Politics
Gov. Gina Raimondo wants state-controlled recreational marijuana dispensaries opened by March 2021, according to her proposed budget. Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo (D) unveiled her proposed budget plan last week, which includes $21.8 million in new revenue from...
by adminTorusBrand | Jan 21, 2020 | Politics
The new trade agreement requires China to import more American-grown hemp, opening trade flow for the next two years. A new trade deal between the United States and China includes hemp export, boosting future hemp production for American farmers. “It is expected that...
