News about marijuana

Policymakers often cite a potential increase in youth marijuana use as a public health argument against legalization, @ZhangMona writes — but studies on the issue have shown both increases and decreases. The latest study shows legalization ≠ an increase: subscriber.politicopro.com/article/2024/04/legalized-weed-is-not-associated-with-increased-youth-use-study-says-00153909

⚖️ Those with marijuana possession and cultivation records are eligible for legal relief. norml.org/blog/2024/04/23/maine-governor-signs-legislation-providing-pathway-for-marijuana-related-expungements/

🌿 Under the newly signed law, applicants can begin the process of applying for licensure as soon as July 1, 2024. However, separate provisions in the new law will likely restrict some patients' ability to access medical cannabis products. norml.org/blog/2024/04/22/kentucky-governor-signs-legislation-expediting-medical-cannabis-licensing-but-also-adding-new-restrictions-upon-patients-access/

This week, the Louisiana Committee on Health and Welfare voted 10-0 to advance a bill to create a legal regulatory framework for adult-use cannabis. MPP’s Kevin Caldwell testified in support of the bill.  hightimes.com/news/louisiana-legislative-committee-unanimously-passes-adult-use-cannabis-framework-bill/