Anthony Martinelli

Anthony Martinelli is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. He previously founded and served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com, a cannabis news site he launched in 2011 and sold in 2019. He has also worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. Anthony can be reached at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.

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Bipartisan and Bicameral Federal Legislation to Allow Marijuana Banking Now Has 165 Sponsors

The push for federal legislation to enable marijuana banking has gained substantial momentum, now boasting a combined total of 165 bipartisan sponsors across both chambers …

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Trump Selects Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as Vice Presidential Candidate: Where He Stands on Marijuana Reform

Former President Donald Trump has chosen Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his vice president running mate for the 2024 presidential election. Trump announced the choice …

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New Study Finds CBD Oil Improves Symptoms in Children with Moderate to Severe Autism

A new study published in the journal Pharmaceuticals has found that high-CBD, full-spectrum cannabis extract can improve the symptoms of moderate to severe non-syndromic Autism …

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It’s the Final Week to Submit Comments on the DEA’s Marijuana Rescheduling Proposal

There’s now just one week remaining in the legally required 60-day public comment period regarding the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) proposal to reschedule marijuana. The …

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June Marijuana Sales in Rhode Island Reach $9.68 Million, Boosting 2024 Total to Over $58 Million

In June, Rhode Island’s marijuana sales continued to climb, reaching $9.68 million, a slight increase from the $9.16 million recorded in June of the previous …

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Every Marijuana Bill Currently Alive in the US Congress

Here’s an overview of all the marijuana-related bills currently under consideration in the United States Congress. Per congressional rules, any marijuana-related bill introduced before January …

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US Senate Bill Filed to Restrict Marijuana Use Consideration in Job and Security Clearance Decisions

Legislation to “limit the consideration of marijuana use when making an employment suitability or security clearance determination” has been filed in the United States Senate. …

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New Hampshire Governor Signs Bill Adding Anxiety as Medical Marijuana Condition

On Friday, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu signed into law legislation that expands the state’s list of qualifying medical marijuana conditions. Governor Sununu has signed …

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Arizona Collects Nearly $150 Million in Marijuana Taxes in First Half of 2024

Arizona marijuana sales generated nearly $150 million in tax revenue between January and June of this year. Licensed marijuana sales resulted in $23,640,670 in taxes …

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The 5 States Next in Line to Legalize Psilocybin

Psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in “magic mushrooms”, is gaining traction across the United States as more states consider its legalization for medical and therapeutic …

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