Marijuana Justice Act Supported By Potential Presidential Candidates
The Marijuana Justice Act is sponsored by three potential United States Presidential Candidates in 2020. They include Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY). While they may compete for the most powerful office in the nation in the next federal election, they are joining forces now to send a powerful message […]
Legal Cannabis In NJ; Poll Shows Close Divide, Favoring Support
Legal cannabis in New Jersey… Are we ready? Most people seem to think so… Over 700 New Jersey residents were surveyed on adult-use of legal cannabis March 22-29 by Stockton University. The statewide results showed close to an even divide between those who opposed and those who supported allowing cannabis in the state, with a slight […]
Cannabis Professionals Gather In New Jersey Tonight
Tonight, the New Jersey Cannabis Symposium will hold its second major event at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. The event aims to bring together cannabis professionals and enthusiasts as well as businesses and entrepreneurs who plan to work within NJ’s adult-use cannabis industry. The highly anticipated event is focused on helping to […]
Poll Shows Residents Support Changing NJ Weed Laws
A Quinnipiac University Poll finds most New Jersey voters support changing NJ weed laws and having recreational marijuana in the state. Survey results also revealed that most voters who do not use cannabis do not plan on trying it after it is legalized. The poll, which was released yesterday, Tuesday March 13, 2018, showed 59% voters […]
Contact The 14 NJ State Senators Who Don’t Support Legal Cannabis
It could be a tough road ahead if more NJ State Senators don’t get on board with legal cannabis in New Jersey. While many feel that it will be easier to pass legalization in the Assembly, many NJ State Senators seem to be against legal cannabis. This list is a starting point to contact your […]
NJ Assembly Hearing On Cannabis, High Praises Of Plant
The NJ Oversight, Reform & Federal RelationsAssembly Committee heard testimony from advocates and opponents on marijuana legalization on Monday. The assembly hearing room was filled with great excitement and energy as people were eager to share their stories with the panel. The hearing was not based on a specific bill. Rather it served as an […]
NJ Div. Of Consumer Affairs Will Examine State’s Classification Of Cannabis As Schedule I Drug
The NJ Division of Consumer Affairs won their case that allows them to examine the classification of cannabis as a Schedule I drug. Thus it would not further pursue its appeal of a decision of the Appellate Division of the Superior Court on cannabis as a Schedule I drug. The court ruled the Division can reevaluate […]
Kush Bottles Expands Presence To East Coast
Kush Bottles is a leading provider of packaging, supplies, vaporizers, accessories, and branding solutions for the cannabis industry. They provide solutions for concentrates, flower packaging, and vaporizer products. On Tuesday, they announced their expansion into the East Coast, specifically Massachusetts at this time. Kush Bottles also has plans to expand the sales program further into […]
Judge Dismisses Federal Cannabis Case Over Schedule I Status
Recently, a federal cannabis case was brought to a federal court in New York City, challenging its Schedule I status at the federal level. The case included testimony from a former NFL player and 12-year old Alexis Bortell. However, a federal district court judge in Manhattan has dismissed a lawsuit challenging marijuana’s status under the Controlled Substances […]
Trumps Plans To “Get Tough” On Drug Dealers
Should drug dealers receive the death penalty? President Trump may think so. He is considered a major crackdown on drug dealers. President Trump doesn’t just joke about it. According to sources who have spoken with Trump about the subject, “he often leaps into a passionate speech about how drug dealers are as bad as serial […]
Cannabis Advocates Spark Debate With Ocean County Freeholders
Cannabis advocates recently attended the Ocean County Freeholder meeting to protest their ban on the sale of cannabis in their borders. Last month, the Ocean County Freeholders drafted a resolution to ban the sale and legalization of cannabis in the county. Although the resolution carries no legal weight, the entirely Republican board was unanimous in […]
Legal NJ Cannabis Hearing Hosted By Legislative Black Caucus
The Legislative Black Caucus held a hearing on legal New Jersey cannabis. It was facilitated by NJ Senator Ron Rice (D-Essex), who introduced a decriminalization bill instead of legalization. Legal New Jersey Cannabis Hearing Held Numerous individuals from New Jersey and other states gave testimony for and against cannabis legalization. A wide range of voices […]