Congress’ Cannabis Amendments: Newsletter, November 7, 2023

OH legalization vote; German marijuana hearing; NH cannabis commission; IL industry diversity; MN psychedelics task force

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Ohio voters will decide on a marijuana legalization ballot initiative due to strong public backing. Follow the election results with Marijuana Moment’s tracker, sponsored by FundCanna.

According to a new forecast of Virginia’s election, a potential Democratic win could lead to legalized marijuana sales. Recent polls show 58% support from likely voters for legalizing cannabis commerce.

Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) discusses why he continues to file amendments to abolish drug testing federal job applicants for cannabis, despite opposition from the GOP-led House Rules Committee.

The House Rules Committee is examining opposing marijuana amendments—one to safeguard state legalization laws from federal intrusion and another to prevent the Biden administration from rescheduling cannabis.

The German Bundestag’s Health Committee recently held a hearing on the government’s marijuana legalization bill. A final vote on the bill is scheduled for later this month.

The New Hampshire commission entrusted with proposing a marijuana legalization bill has made slow progress on draft legislation.

An Illinois Cannabis Regulation Oversight Officer report revealed enhanced diversity in marijuana business ownership, showing the state’s efforts to prioritize social equity license applicants.

Minnesota’s Psychedelic Medicine Task Force held its inaugural meeting to study the medical benefits of psilocybin, MDMA, and LSD, preparing the state for possible legalization.

Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) discussed his efforts to pass marijuana banking legislation.

During a recent debate, Rhode Island congressional candidates Gerry Leonard and Gabe Amo discussed marijuana legalization.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) reaffirmed his opposition to the marijuana legalization initiative.

In Connecticut, regulators issued a warning about sales of intoxicating hemp-derived products.

Georgia regulators will consider changes to medical cannabis rules this Wednesday.

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