Anthony Martinelli is Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald, a daily marijuana news and information website that launched in 2018. You can reach Anthony at [email protected].
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Sep 08 2023
California Bill to Legalize Marijuana Cafes Passed by Legislature, Will Soon be Sent to Governor
A bill to legalize marijuana cafes throughout California has now been given approval by both the Senate and Assembly. Assembly Bill 374 would “allow for the preparation or sale of noncannabis food or beverage products, as specified, by a licensed retailer or microbusiness in the area where the consumption of cannabis is allowed”. The measure …
Sep 08 2023
California Bill to Legalize Psychedelics Sent to Governor Newsom, Includes Psilocybin, DMT and Ibogaine
Legislation to legalize certain psychedelic substances has officially been sent to Governor Gavin Newsom for consideration. On Wednesday the California Assembly voted 42 to 11 to pass Senate Bill 58, which has already been approved by the Senate. However, a few minor amendments approved in the Assembly required the Senate to give one final vote …
Sep 08 2023
Study Finds Marijuana Extracts Associated with Quality of Life Improvements in Those With Autism
According to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry, autistic patients who use marijuana-based extracts experience symptom improvements and a reduction in the use of prescription medications. The study was conducted by researchers at the National Association for Inclusion of the Autistic People, the University of Brasilia, the Federal University of Minas Gerais, the Euro-American …
Sep 08 2023
Study: Topical CBD Gel an “Effective Candidate For an Anti-Inflammatory Agent”
The topical administration of 1% CBD gel “is a potentially effective candidate for an anti-inflammatory agent”, states a new study using animal models. The study is being published in the October issue of the peer-reviewed journal Cannabis and Cannabinods Research, and it was pubished online ahead of print by the US National Library of Medicine. …
Sep 07 2023
North Carolina Tribe Legalizes Marijuana, $50 Million Marijuana Superstore to Open to Everyone 21+
Members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) in North Carolina have given approval to a referendum to legalize recreational marijuana with almost 70% support. The EBCI voted overwhelmingly in favor of a proposal that will lead to recreational marijuana becoming legal for everyone 21 and older regardless of whether or not they are …
Sep 07 2023
Maine: August is Fourth Straight Month With Record-Breaking Marijuana Sales
Maine marijuana sales reached record highs in August, the fourth straight month where a new sales record was set. According to data released by the Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy, there was $21,648,253 worth of marijuana sold legally in August. This is a roughly $800k increase over the $20.8 million sold in June and it …
Sep 06 2023
CA Assembly Votes 42 to 11 to Legalize Psychedelics
The full California Assembly has voted to pass legislation to legalize the personal possession of certain psychedelics. The Assembly voted 42 to 11 to pass Senate Bill 58, a measure to legalize the “possession, preparation, obtaining, transfer, as specified, or transportation of” psilocybin, psilocyn, mescaline, ibogaine and DMT. The proposal has already been approved by …
Sep 06 2023
Study: Psilocybin Treatment Associated With “Clinically Significant Sustained Reduction in Depressive Symptoms”
In a new study a single dose of psilocybin was associated “with a clinically significant sustained reduction in depressive symptoms and functional disability”, with minimal side effects. Published by the American Medical Association, the objective of the study was to “evaluate the magnitude, timing, and durability of antidepressant effects and safety of a single dose …
Sep 06 2023
Poll: 60% in Florida Support Initiative to Legalize Recreational Marijuana
According to new polling a large majority of voters in Florida support the legalization of marijuana. Conducted by the University of South Florida and Florida Atlantic University, the survey found that 60% of registered Florida voters support legalizing marijuana, including 50% of Republicans. Support for Democrats was the highest at 71%, with 59% of independents …
Sep 05 2023
Amendment Filed in US Congress to Block Federal Agencies from Testing Applicants for Marijuana
A federal amendment filed in the United States Congress would prohibit most federal agencies from testing job applicants for marijuana. Filed by Representative Robert Garcia, a Democrat from California, the amendment was filed as part of a larger spending bill and is cosponsored by Representatives Daniel Goldman (New York) and Earl Blumenauer (Oregon). The latter …
