Politics + Legalization
Peru’s Coca Reform Chance Disappears Amid Political Crisis
A deadly crackdown on political protests in Peru continues, as President Dina Boluarte tries ...
Most US Voters Back Cannabis Equity Measures, as Well as Legalization
A strong majority of American voters—including most Republicans, Democrats and independents—support legalizing marijuana and ...
New Psilocybin Legalization Bill Filed in Washington State
Bipartisan Washington State senators have unveiled a revised bill to legalize psilocybin services for ...
The “Three Amigos” Summit Promises More Drug War
On January 9 and 10, President Joe Biden made his first visit to Mexico ...
Minnesota Lawmakers Launch 2023 Cannabis Legalization Bill
Minnesota lawmakers have unveiled a marijuana legalization bill and announced next steps to advance ...
Oregon Is Now Accepting License Applications for Psilocybin Therapy
On January 2, Oregon health officials began accepting license applications from businesses and individuals ...
BC Decrim Threshold Was Set for Police, Not People Who Use Drugs
British Columbia is about to become the first Canadian province to decriminalize personal possession ...
The Cannabis and Psychedelics Reforms to Watch For in 2023
The year 2022 saw cannabis and psychedelics legislation advance in multiple states. Maryland, Missouri ...
California’s Vape Flavor Ban Begins With Confusion, Enforcement Threats
On December 21, California’s nicotine flavor ban finally went into effect, a little more ...
Ball in FDA’s Court as Official Review Cites Its Chaos, Opacity Over Vapes
On December 19, the Reagan-Udall Foundation, an independent nonprofit tasked by Congress to help ...
