Anthony Martinelli is the founder and editor-in-chief of The Marijuana Herald. He also founded TheJointBlog.com, a cannabis news site he launched in 2011 and sold in 2019, serving as its editor-in-chief during that time. He has 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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Ohio Governor Signs Bill That Includes Marijuana Expungement Provisions
A comprehensive sentencing reform bill which includes a couple positive marijuana provisions has been signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine. Among many other changes, …
Campaign to Legalize Recreational Marijuana in Florida Submits Nearly 150,000 Signatures
A Florida group working to legalize marijuana have submitted nearly 150,000 signatures on their initiative that would do just that. In total the the Safe …
Legislation to Legalize Marijuana Filed in Kentucky
At a press conference Representative Nima Kulkarni of Louisville announced that she has filed legislation that would legalize marijuana for everyone 21 and older. House …
New York Lawmakers File Bill to Legalize Certain Psychedelics Including Magic Mushrooms
Lawmakers in New York have filed legislation to legalize certain psychedelics such as magic mushrooms. Bill A00114 would legalize the “possession, use, cultivation, production, creation, …
Study: Cannabidiol Shows “Promising Results for the Treatment of COVID-19”
The cannabis compound cannabidiol (CBD) “is showing promising results for the treatment of COVID-19”, according to a new study. Published in the journal Life, the study …
Study: Feeding Goats Hemp Enhances the Health, Flavor Profile and Shelf-Stability of Their Meat
A new study published in the journal Meat Science has found that feeding goats hempseed cake instead of soy results in significant improvements in the …
Maryland Law Decriminalizing 1.5 Ounces of Marijuana Now in Effect
Possessing up to 1.5 ounces of marijuana is no longer punishable by jailtime in Maryland. In November voters gave approval to an initiative (Question 4) …
Study: CBD Suppresses Cytokine Storm and Protects Against Cardiac and Renal Injury Associated with Sepsis
According to the results of a new study cannabidiol (CBD) “could be repurposed to reduce morbidity in patients with cytokine storm particularly in severe infections …
Over 40,000 Marijuana Convictions Automatically Erased in Connecticut
As of today, January 1, over 40,000 convictions for marijuana possession have been automatically expunged (erased) from people’s records. “As of this morning, our administration …
U.S. Virgin Islands Senate Votes 11 to 1 to Legalize Marijuana Sending it to Supportive Governor
Lawmakers from the U.S. Virgin Islands have passed legislature to legalize marijuana. The legislation, filed by Senator Janelle Sarauw, was passed by the Senate in …
