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Key senators say they’re aiming to hold a committee vote on a marijuana banking bill when they return from the July 4th recess—though at least one section of the measure remains in dispute amid negotiations. And when it comes to progressives’ push to expand the scope by attaching justice-focused reforms to the financial services measure, the Republican sponsor’s office told Marijuana Moment that he’s “open” to including expungement provisions. Several lawmakers weighed in on the status of the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act in recent interviews with Punchbowl News, with Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown (D-OH) saying…

“Perhaps this is the final stretch towards ending the failed war on drugs. If the NCAA is issuing a call for a reasonable, rational drug policy, can Congress be far behind?” By Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) The NCAA Committee on Competitive Safeguards and Medical Aspects of Sports is recommending the removal of cannabis from its list of prohibited substances. Likewise, it says that drug testing for college athletes should be limited to performance-enhancing drugs, and that cannabis does not enhance performance. This is one more signal that we are finally nearing the end of the failed “War on Drugs.” With…

A juicy new story highlights the drug diet of some of Silicon Valley’s most powerful individuals, including Elon Musk. The story, published last week by the Wall Street Journal, claimed that Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of Twitter, takes ketamine and that Google co-founder Sergey Brin likes to dabble with psychedelic mushrooms. “Routine drug use has moved from an after-hours activity squarely into corporate culture, leaving boards and business leaders to wrestle with their responsibilities for a workforce that frequently uses. At the vanguard are tech executives and employees who see psychedelics and similar substances, among them psilocybin,…

A British Isles CBD producer said authorities have blocked it from exporting its products to the UK because they contain THC, illustrating lingering regulatory inconsistencies for the popular compound in a key European market. Jersey Hemp, based in Warwick Farms, said in a press release that it has shut down its growing and marketing operations after the Home Office declared its products illegal controlled substances that cannot be imported into the United Kingdom. Jersey’s Chief Pharmacist and Health Minister jointly endorsed the Home Office’s classification of CBD products made by Jersey Hemp as drugs, according to the company. Under FSA…

By Chris Simunek Sit back and relax, kids: The biggest reality-TV show ever produced is here. Crack a beer and watch with shock and awe as Uncle Sam opens an $80 billion can of whoop-ass on the cradle of civilization. Operation Imperial Lust (O.I.L) One and a half years after 9/11, America has finally lost its shit. If there are indeed five stages of grief, then I’d say we’ve dropped anchor somewhere between anger and denial. In the weeks leading up to the Iraq war it seemed as though this nation was hurtling full-on into a state of syphilitic insanity.…

Hey there, Zodiac friends! Get ready for a stellar July, infused with the magical energy of Cancer season. The sun entering Cancer sets the stage for a month of introspection—a shift that brings a heightened sense of emotional awareness and deep connection to our inner selves. For the water signs, Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces, this month comes especially charged with a surge of intuition and creativity. Embrace the nurturing vibes of Cancer season as you cultivate self-care rituals and explore the healing properties of cannabis. Whether it’s a soothing indica strain for relaxation or a creative sativa blend to spark…

Maryland’s marijuana legalization law officially took effect on Saturday, with simple possession and personal cultivation becoming legal as the majority of existing medical cannabis dispensaries opened their doors to adult consumers for the first recreational sales. Meanwhile, a separate law also took effect on Saturday that prevents police from using the odor or possession of marijuana alone as the basis of a search. Yet another law going into force makes it so the lawful and responsible use of cannabis by parents and guardians cannot be construed by state officials as child “neglect.” Nearly 100 dispensaries have been approved by state…

Connecticut adults 21 and older can officially start growing their own marijuana plants for personal use on Saturday, one of the latest provisions of the state’s cannabis legalization law to take effect. The state Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) published a notice on Tuesday to remind the public about the policy change, detailing the rules and encouraging people who choose to participate to cultivate cannabis “responsibly.” Here’s what adults need to know about the laws around marijuana home cultivation that became effective on Saturday under the broader legalization legislation the Gov. Ned Lamont (D) signed in 2021:  Adults 21 and…

Killer Mike is on a mission. Now that he’s perfected his skills as an MC, established himself as a community activist, become an outspoken advocate for marijuana legalization, evolved into a political dynamo intent on making a difference, and can juggle his responsibilities as a dedicated family man, the Run The Jewels juggernaut is focused on his health. “I just don’t want to have gotten rich and die early,” he says matter-of-factly from his home in Atlanta. “I don’t want to die with someone humping on my fine ass wife while I’m [in] the grave.” As of February 2023, Killer…

In an interview with Book Club Chicago, Vic Mensa described the details of his Books Before Bars program, which aims to supply prisoners with books that can transform their lives. Mensa also mentioned his Books Before Bars program to High Times in 2022. Currently, tens of thousands of prisoners are currently locked up on federal and state cannabis-related charges, which is one of the reasons why some cannabis brands and the leaders behind them aim to change that. Mensa is one of the rappers trying to do that. He explained that Books Before Bars can trace its story back nearly…