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NORML Launches 2026 Cannabis Freedom Survey Ahead of 4/20

NORML launches its 2026 Cannabis Freedom Survey ahead of 4/20, polling consumers about access and restrictions across legal markets as advocates seek data on the gap between legalization and practical freedoms.

Apr 14, 2026

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NORML Survey Reveals Wide Gap Between Cannabis Legalization and User Freedom

NORML's new survey reveals significant gaps between cannabis legalization laws and actual consumer freedom, with experiences varying widely across legal markets.

Apr 13, 2026

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Florida Medicaid Settlement Funds Traced to Anti-Legalization Campaign

A $10 million Medicaid settlement payment moved through Florida nonprofits before funding anti-marijuana legalization efforts, according to public filings that raise transparency questions about campaign finance in cannabis policy battles.

Apr 12, 2026

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North Carolina Governor Backs Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein endorsed his administration's advisory council recommendation to legalize adult-use cannabis, marking a shift for one of the few states without any cannabis program.

Apr 9, 2026

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Pennsylvania's Shapiro Pushes Revenue Case for Cannabis Legalization

Governor Josh Shapiro is pushing Pennsylvania lawmakers to legalize marijuana, arguing the tax revenue would fund education and public safety programs that critics say the state can't afford.

Apr 8, 2026

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WSJ Pushes Teen Access Narrative Despite Federal Data Showing Decline

The Wall Street Journal links teen cannabis access to legalization despite DEA data showing youth use has declined. Federal surveys contradict the newspaper's framing as regulated markets expand nationwide.

Mar 21, 2026

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Idaho Medical Cannabis Campaign Hits Statewide Signature Mark

Idaho's medical marijuana campaign has collected enough signatures to meet the statewide ballot threshold but continues gathering petitions to ensure compliance with the state's strict regional distribution requirements.

Mar 21, 2026

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Culture

How Alaskan Thunderfuck Became Cannabis Culture's White Whale

The legendary Alaskan Thunderfuck strain defined 80s and 90s cannabis culture through scarcity and mystique—qualities that legalization has fundamentally transformed in ways both positive and bittersweet.

Mar 16, 2026

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SAM's New York Cannabis Critique Contradicts State Data

Smart Approaches to Marijuana claims New York's cannabis program is failing, but state licensing and revenue data paint a more nuanced picture of a market still in early stages.

Mar 16, 2026

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Virginia Legislature Sends Adult-Use Cannabis Bill to Governor

Virginia's legislature approved a bill creating regulated adult-use cannabis sales, sending it to Gov. Youngkin after reconciling House and Senate versions. The framework includes local opt-out provisions and prioritizes social equity applicants.

Mar 15, 2026

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Arizona Senate Approves Penalties for 'Excessive' Cannabis Odor

Arizona's Senate approved a bill penalizing "excessive" marijuana odor despite voter-approved legalization. Advocates say the vague language could undermine home cultivation rights.

Mar 11, 2026

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WSJ Cannabis Coverage Contradicts Federal Teen Use Data

Media coverage linking legalization to teen cannabis use contradicts federal data showing declining youth consumption rates in legal markets.

Mar 8, 2026

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New Hampshire Senate Rejects Legalization Bill in Party-Line Vote

New Hampshire's Senate rejected a House-passed marijuana legalization bill, continuing the state's prohibition status despite regional legalization trends and majority public support.

Mar 6, 2026

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Culture

How Political TV Normalized Cannabis From 'West Wing' to 'Veep'

Political TV dramas from The West Wing to Veep document cannabis's journey from political scandal to routine policy debate, mirroring real-world legalization and shifting public opinion over three decades.

Mar 1, 2026

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Pennsylvania Governor Pushes Cannabis Legalization for Second Year

Gov. Josh Shapiro includes adult-use cannabis in his budget for the second year, projecting $729 million in first-year revenue. The proposal faces Republican opposition in the state Senate.

Feb 25, 2026

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Texas Democrats Vote on Cannabis Legalization in Primary Ballot

Democratic voters in Texas are weighing in on marijuana legalization through a non-binding ballot question during the state's March 3 primary election, though the outcome won't directly change state law.

Feb 20, 2026

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Hawaii Senate Advances Two Legalization Bills Despite House Opposition

Hawaii's Senate advanced two marijuana legalization bills with different approaches—one tied to federal reform, another excluding retail sales—while House leaders say reform won't happen in 2026.

Feb 18, 2026

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Florida Legalization Campaign Appeals 71,000 Rejected Signatures

Smart & Safe Florida has petitioned the state Supreme Court to restore 71,000 ballot signatures rejected by election officials, attempting to salvage its November legalization initiative as deadlines approach.

Feb 17, 2026

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Virginia Senate Advances Retail Cannabis Bill, Removes Criminal Penalties

Virginia's Senate committee advanced a bill to legalize recreational marijuana sales after removing criminal penalties, setting up negotiations with the House over competing versions of the legislation.

Feb 14, 2026

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Virginia Advances Commercial Cannabis Sales After Years of Delays

Virginia's Assembly Appropriations Committee approved legislation establishing legal marijuana sales and resentencing past cannabis convictions, advancing the bills after years of stalled reform efforts.

Feb 12, 2026

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New Hampshire Senate Committee Kills House Marijuana Legalization Bill

New Hampshire's Senate Judiciary Committee rejected HB 186, a House-passed marijuana legalization bill, keeping the state as New England's only prohibition holdout despite surrounding legal markets.

Feb 11, 2026

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Florida Adult-Use Cannabis Amendment Falls Short of Ballot Threshold

Florida officials confirmed a cannabis legalization campaign failed to collect the required 880,062 signatures by Sunday's deadline, preventing the adult-use amendment from reaching the 2024 ballot.

Feb 5, 2026

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Florida Cannabis Campaign Disputes State's Rejection, Eyes 2026 Ballot

Florida's MSO-funded cannabis legalization campaign is disputing state officials' declaration that the ballot initiative has ended, saying it can still qualify for the 2026 ballot despite failing to meet 2024 requirements.

Feb 3, 2026

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Florida Launches Criminal Investigation Into Amendment 3 Campaign

Florida law enforcement has launched a criminal investigation into the Smart & Safe Florida campaign backing Amendment 3, which would legalize adult-use cannabis. The probe comes days before a voter registration deadline.

Jan 31, 2026

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