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...
by adminTorusBrand | Jan 20, 2020 | Politics
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham unveiled the Cannabis Regulation Act with hopes to gain support from lawmakers as opening day for the 2020 session begins. New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is summoning support from the state’s business sector to pass her proposed...
