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Medical Cannabis

VA Launches MDMA Trial for Veterans With PTSD, Alcohol Disorder

The VA is launching an 80-veteran trial examining MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD and alcohol use disorder, marking a significant federal investment in psychedelic medicine despite recent FDA regulatory setbacks.

May 27, 2026

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Legislation

VA Cannabis Bill Passes House, But Advocates Call It 'Policy Theater'

House passage of VA cannabis provision draws criticism from veterans' advocate Robb Harmon, who's helped 1,000+ vets and says federal prohibition still blocks real access.

May 20, 2026

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Legislation

House Backs VA Medical Cannabis Access for Veterans in Committee Vote

House approves bipartisan amendment allowing VA physicians to recommend medical marijuana to veterans in legal states, though insurance coverage and Senate approval remain uncertain.

May 15, 2026

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Legislation

VA Medical Cannabis Amendment Clears Committee, Heads to House Floor

A bipartisan House amendment would let VA doctors recommend medical cannabis to veteran patients. The proposal advances to the floor after clearing committee, though similar measures have failed in previous years.

May 13, 2026

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Legislation

Indiana Governor Orders State Agencies to Meet Cannabis Advocates

Indiana's GOP governor has ordered state agencies to meet with medical marijuana advocates following federal rescheduling announcement, marking a potential shift in one of the nation's most restrictive cannabis states.

Apr 28, 2026

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Legislation

Connecticut Expands Psychedelics Pilot as FDA Decision Looms

Connecticut's Joint Committee on Public Health advanced legislation expanding the state's psychedelic therapy pilot program to include first responders, as lawmakers prepare for potential FDA approval of MDMA and psilocybin treatments.

Mar 4, 2026

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Legislation

Florida House Panel Backs Fee Cuts for Veteran Cannabis Patients

Florida's House Health Committee unanimously approved legislation to cut medical marijuana card fees for veterans from $75 to $25, advancing bipartisan efforts to improve cannabis access for former service members.

Feb 25, 2026

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Medical Cannabis

Florida Advocate Details Barriers After Connecting 900 Veterans to Cannabis

A Florida advocate who connected 900 veterans to medical cannabis says cost barriers prevent many from accessing treatment. Veterans spend $200-400 monthly on cannabis medicine not covered by VA benefits.

Jan 19, 2026

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