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

🌿 "In the last decade or so, 24 states have legalized cannabis for adult use. There’s a reason no state has turned back." www.duluthnewstribune.com/opinion/columns/national-view-marijuana-legalization-a-stunning-success-for-states

🛑 The law prohibits the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Commission from accepting any new cannabis production or retail license applications until there are significant increases in population growth. norml.org/news/2024/04/11/oregon-governor-signs-legislation-halting-issuance-of-new-cannabis-licenses/

"Majorities have used marijuana, think it is safe, believe it is less harmful than tobacco or alcohol, want to see it legalized, and think legalization would be good for the economy." today.yougov.com/health/articles/49190-most-americans-believe-marijuana-is-safer-than-alcohol-and-tobacco