The federal government won’t be easing its laws on marijuana as part of a criminal justice reform bill that’s expected to pass this week. U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colorado, had hoped to attach an amendment to the proposed First Step Act to remove the threat of federal prosecution in states…
After months of chatter, a booze-free beer promising a different kind of buzz will hit pot shop shelves this week just in time to be a stocking stuffer for select folks age 21 and up.
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Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colorado, made a move Monday toward changing federal marijuana law, including letting banks accept money from legal businesses.
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The co-owners of the embattled Sweet Leaf cannabis business have been ordered to pay $8.8 million for breach of contract over properties they were buying in Denver.
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What is Columbia NORML?
Columbia NORML is South Carolina’s oldest chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, established in 2007. It is organized as a non-profit and run by a group dedicated volunteers.Columbia NORML is South Carolina’s oldest chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, established in 2007. It is organized as a non-profit and run by a group dedicated volunteers.
Are you a registered Non-Profit?
Yes, Columbia NORML is a federally registered 501(c)(3) which means that all donations to the organization are tax-deductible. We neither support, endorse, nor donate to political parties or candidates.
How do I join?
You can join by paying an annual membership of $25. We accept memberships in cash, check, or online. Benefits of membership include invitations to member-only events, membership card, monthly membership newsletter, and entitles you to vote and run for leadership positions.
What if i just want to donate?
That’s fine too. We understand that some people may choose to not be a member. We appreciate those individuals’ donations even more.
Why don’t we just file a statewide petition and make cannabis fully legal?
South Carolina does not have a statewide initiative and referendum process that does not involve the state General Assembly. It’s in the state constitution. We can, however, go that route at the county and city levels of government; and, to do that would take funds we don’t have yet. But, small contributions add up. Considering giving what you can today.
Published: Dec 28, 2017, 10:37 am • Updated: Dec 28, 2017, 12:31 pm By Gerry Shih, The Associated Press BEIJING (AP) — The United States should look within to cut down demand for opioids which are fueling its deadly drug crisis rather than stressing unsubstantiated claims that China is the major source of these chemicals, […]
Cannabis research often advances slowly. Researchers face a variety of challenges, including prohibition laws, a lack of labs willing to do marijuana research, and difficulties finding actual weed to use in their studies. But now, as a groundbreaking FDA-approved study of marijuana for vets with PTSD starts phase 2, the field of medical marijuana research […]
BY BRIAN WITTE ASSOCIATED PRESS ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — An attorney for the state of Maryland is asking the state’s highest court to allow finalists for licenses to grow medical marijuana to intervene in a lawsuit. Julia Bernhardt, an assistant attorney general, said Thursday the finalists have a direct economic interest in the lawsuit’s outcome. […]
James E. Smith, a 71-year old from Bay County, Michigan is facing a felony charge for purportedly growing way more medical marijuana than is legally allowed by the state. Smith, who does have a medical marijuana card but is not registered as a ‘caregiver,’ was found in possession of 30 plants during the investigation despite […]
The post Anheuser-Busch Heir Calls for Legal Marijuana In Missouri appeared first on High Times. Adolphus Busch IV, the heir to the Anheuser-Busch beer fortune, is attempting to rally support for an initiative to legalize medical marijuana throughout the state of Missouri. Earlier last week, Busch, the great-grandson of the Anheuser-Busch founder, reportedly fired off […]
For years, marijuana has been recognized as the most commonly used illicit drug in the U.S. Across the country, there is a trend for legalization, with 29 states allowing medical and eight states allowing recreational use. With the recent mass legalization of marijuana, have people’s perceptions changed on the illicit status of marijuana? If so, […]
In the City of Angels, the moment cannabis entrepreneurs have been waiting for is finally here. The first cannabis co-working space in Los Angeles is set to open. The office, named Paragon Space, will officially open on July 1st, though the facility should be in operation by 4/20. The Co-Working Space’s Design Paragon Space of 1463 Tamarind […]
Why shouldn’t Connecticut lawmakers be worried about potential revenue being lost to New England states? Massachusetts borders the entire northern portion of Connecticut and so residents will easily be able to travel to Massachusetts to purchase recreational marijuana, which is set for a July 1st kickoff. Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine are all working on […]
The post Rapper Cassidy Arrested For Pot Possession appeared first on High Times. Philadelphia-based rapper Cassidy was reportedly busted for pot possession last week after cops found a bag of weed, a joint and a grinder in his van. Cassidy Arrested Cassidy, whose birth name is Barry Reese, was apprehended in Jersey City last Sunday afternoon after […]
The timeline for legal weed in New Jersey may have just sped up. According to key policy makers in the state, legislative bodies may start voting on legalization bills as soon as next week. Jumpstarting the Legislative Process Talk of a new timeline for beginning the legislative process recently came from the office of New […]