Nevada senators took up a joint resolution on Tuesday that calls on Congress to reschedule certain psychedelics, provide protections for individuals using the substances in compliance with state law and streamline research. As the Nevada legislature pushes forward with psychedelics reform, the Senate Legislative Operations and Elections Committee discussed the resolution from Sen. Rochelle Nguyen […]
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Atlanta’s Decriminalization Of Marijuana ‘Led To A Reduction In Violent Crime,’ New Research Shows
A new study on Atlanta’s move to decriminalize marijuana concludes that, contrary to warnings from some critics, the policy change in fact led to a decrease in violent crime as police turned their attention to more urgent matters. The research looks at crime surrounding the city’s 2017 reduction of penalties around the simple possession of […]
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Idaho Voters Will Be Asked To Block Themselves From Legalizing Marijuana Under Measure Lawmakers Approved For 2026 Ballot
“The people have a right under the initiative and the referendum process to weigh in on these issues.. We should respect the people.” By Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun The Idaho Senate signed off on a proposed amendment to the Idaho Constitution on Tuesday that, if approved, would make it so that only the Idaho […]
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Marijuana Consumers Respond Better To ‘Realistic’ Anti-Impaired Driving Message That Avoid Stoner Stereotypes, AAA Study Finds
Marijuana consumers respond better to anti-impaired driving messaging that’s rooted in “realistic” portrayals of the issue that avoid stoner stereotypes, according to new research from AAA. The organization released a pair of studies on Wednesday that examined both how cannabis users view the topic of impaired driving and self-reported behavior behind the wheel, as well […]
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Americans say cannabis is safer than alcohol in new poll (Newsletter: March 12, 2025)
Medical marijuana for female orgasm difficulty; NY medical cannabis housing protections; NV psychedelics; FL hemp restrictions Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… Your good deed for the day: […]
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Colorado Bill To Limit Marijuana Potency, Tighten Age Restrictions And Limit Psilocybin Products Is Withdrawn By Sponsor
A proposal in Colorado that would have limited THC in marijuana and outlawed a variety of psilocybin products will not move forward this session following the lead sponsor’s move to withdraw the bill. At a hearing Tuesday of the Senate Business, Labor and Technology Committee, Sen. Judy Amabile (D) asked members to indefinitely postpone SB25-076, […]
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Nevada Lawmakers File Bill To Create Psychedelics Therapy Pilot Program
Nevada lawmakers have introduced a bill to create a psychedelics therapy pilot program that would provide a treatment alternative for patients with certain mental health conditions. The legislation from Assemblymember Max Carter (D) and 18 other cosponsors was filed on Monday, setting the stage to potentially build upon Nevada’s psychedelics laws. Under the proposal, the […]
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Florida Lawmakers Seek To Impose Tighter Regulations On Hemp Industry Without Putting Damper On Business
“I’m not a huge regulation guy, but I think it’s an area where we need more regulation.” By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix The combined Florida House workgroup formed to study the hemp industry concluded its final meeting Thursday with two main conclusions: They agreed they did not want to make any moves that might kill […]
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Majority Of Americans Say Alcohol Is More Harmful Than Marijuana, Poll Finds
A majority of Americans believe regular alcohol consumption is more harmful than regular marijuana use, according to a new poll. Even so, more adults say they personally prefer drinking alcohol to consuming cannabis despite the health risks. The survey from YouGov asked a series of questions about the two substances, one of which is federally […]
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There’s Plenty Of Evidence Medical Marijuana Can Treat Female Orgasm Difficulty, So Why Are Some States Saying No? (Op-Ed)
Some states “appear to be holding it to a higher standard than other conditions, revealing a potential bias against women.” By Dr. Suzanne Mulvehill, Women’s Cannabis Project While numerous studies have consistently shown that cannabis can treat female orgasm difficulty/disorder, also known as FOD, so far only a few states have recognized it as a […]
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