Medical Marijuana Takes the Stage at GOP Debate Paul Marini | September 17, 2015 On Wednesday evening at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, the issue of medical marijuana was finally addressed in a nationally televised presidential debate. The topic came up around two and half hours into the debate, with Senator Rand Paul, Governors... Read more
Hillary Clinton Comes Out in Support of Protecting State Marijuana Laws Paul Marini | September 15, 2015 At a campaign appearance at Luther College in Iowa on Monday, presidential candidate Hillary Clinton stated that she supports state and local government attempts at regulating marijuana. CNN's Dan Merica reported via Twitter that Clinton when asked about attempts by... Read more
Medical cannabis news, events, and more from all over the state Paul Marini | September 14, 2015 Join us for a live Google Hangout to talk about who won, who lost, and what come’s next in Sacramento. The “California Legislative Roundup 2015” starts at 8:00 PM PT on Tuesday, September 15. Get the links to join this... Read more
California Legislative Roundup 2015 Paul Marini | September 12, 2015 The California Legislature adjourned tonight, following a session that included more than a dozen bills concerning medical cannabis. Patients, providers, and other stakeholders scored some big victories in Sacramento this year, and now we have important work to do. ASA... Read more
September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance Paul Marini | September 11, 2015 As we mark the anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, we again have an opportunity to reflect on the remarkable service, compassion and patriotism of so many Americans. The heroism of first responders who ran in as others... Read more
September 2015 ASA Activist Newsletter Paul Marini | September 10, 2015 The September 2015 issue of the ASA Activist Newsletter is finally out! Our monthly newsletter is your go to guide for the most up to date information on state and federal legislation, product safety, citizen advocacy and so much more!... Read more
ASA Weighs In On Colorado Regs Paul Marini | September 09, 2015 Last week Americans for Safe Access (ASA) submitted comments to Colorado’s Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) on proposed regulatory changes to the state’s cannabis program. Colorado is mulling changes in response to a number of developments, notably issues surrounding the accuracy... Read more
Medical cannabis news and events from around California Paul Marini | September 07, 2015 Happy Labor Day! Take action today to oppose unreasonable taxes on medical cannabis cultivation in California, and stay tuned for breaking news on legislation to license and regulate commercial medical cannabis activity this week. Be sure to check FaceBook and Twitter to stay up to date!... Read more
fbblog Paul Marini | September 01, 2015 The ruling that may spell the end of federal interference with state medical marijuana programs comes with a good dose of irony. When Senior U.S. District Judge Charles R. Breyer yesterday effectively lifted a federal injunction that had shut a... Read more
Medical cannabis news, events, and more from all over the state Paul Marini | August 31, 2015 Contents (Scroll down for details and links): News National California Local Events March 18-22, 2016 – Early Bird Registration: National Medical Cannabis Unity Conference (Washington, DC) Court Support September 2, 2015 – Court Support for Heather Blackwood (Riverside) September 2,... Read more