Late last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed provisions of the SAFE Banking Act as part of the America COMPETES Act, marking the sixth time cannabis banking legislation has been approved by the chamber.

In an historic vote yesterday, the South Carolina Senate voted 28-15 on second reading and today passed on third reading by a voice vote for final passage S. 150, The South Carolina Compassionate Care Act. This act will alleviate the suffering of thousands of South Carolinians with debilitating conditions by providing safe and legal access to medical cannabis.

After seven long years, Sen. Tom Davis’ medical cannabis bill, S. 150 — The Compassionate Care Act — got its first vote (28-15) in the Senate on second reading today! A final Senate vote (“third reading”) could happen as soon as tomorrow.

Delegate Luke Clippinger, chair of the House Judiciary Committee, has filed HB 837, which will serve as companion legislation to HB 1, a bill that would refer the question of cannabis legalization to Maryland voters on the November 2022 ballot.

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the various contributions Black Americans have made throughout history. The Marijuana Policy Project proudly acknowledges the endless achievements of Black Americans as we continue our mission of advancing policies to reform our country’s views of cannabis and ending cannabis prohibition.

Good news! Today, a 90-day application period for Disproportionately Impacted Cultivators and Social Equity Retailers opens. These are the first of nine adult-use cannabis license types that will become available as a result of Connecticut’s 2021 legalization law.

After seven long years, Sen. Tom Davis’ medical cannabis bill, S. 150 — The Compassionate Care Act — could get a vote on the Senate floor as soon as this week!

Today, the will of Mississippi voters was restored! Mississippi is poised to — once again — become the 37th medical cannabis state.

Today, Delaware’s House Health and Human Development Committee voted 10-4 in favor of HB 305, a bill to legalize, tax, and regulate cannabis for adults 21 and older. It now moves to the House Appropriations Committee for consideration before heading to the House floor.

Despite overwhelming popular support, South Carolina remains one of only 14 states with no effective medical cannabis law. Let’s make 2022 the year that finally changes. After seven years of relentless advocacy, Sen. Tom Davis’ (D) S. 150 — the Compassionate Care Act — has been scheduled a Senate floor debate this week!