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Feb 26
Press Release: Naropa University Announces $1.5M Grant for Psychedelic Studies Program

Unlikely Collaborators Grant Used for Undergraduate Minor Coursework Exploring Therapeutic, Cultural and Ecological Potential of Psychedelics February 25, 2025 08:06 AM Eastern Standard Time BOULDER, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Naropa University (Naropa), the birthplace of the modern mindfulness movement and one of the nation’s only higher education institutions grounded in a contemplative teaching approach, announced a $1.5 million grant […]

Feb 26
California Would Launch A Psychedelic Access Program For Veterans And First Responders Under New Bipartisan Bill

Marijuana Moment Bipartisan California senators and assemblymembers have filed a bill to create a psilocybin pilot program for military veterans and first responders—the latest in a series of attempts by lawmakers to enact psychedelics reform in the state. The legislation, led by Sens. Josh Becker (D) and Brian Jones (R), would establish a pilot program […]

Feb 26
Argentine court dismisses charges against 3 accused in death of singer Liam Payne

Legal proceedings will continue against two employees of the Casa Sur Hotel for allegedly supplying the artist with drugs. An Argentine appeals court has dismissed involuntary homicide charges against three people accused in the death of One Direction singer Liam Payne, who plunged from a third-floor hotel room in Buenos Aires last year, according to a […]

Feb 26
USA: Alabama House moves to make wiretap powers a permanent tool in drug investigations

The Alabama House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation Thursday that would make the state’s authority to conduct wiretaps in drug-related investigation permanent, removing a sunset provision from a 2022 law. HB137, sponsored by State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) extends a provision that allows the Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) to monitor electronic communications of […]

Feb 26
Arizona lawmakers advance bipartisan bill to end sentencing disparity for cocaine

Arizona lawmakers unanimously advanced a bill to do away with a sentencing disparity for different forms of cocaine. Under current law, the threshold established for harsher criminal penalties is different for powder cocaine and crack cocaine. This bill would set the threshold amount at 9 grams regardless of what form the drug comes in. That’s the […]

Feb 26
Australia: Swinburne Uni Announces New Five Year Medical Cannabis Study

A new Swinburne-led medical cannabis investigation aims to help close the knowledge gap surrounding the drug. A $688,000 NHMRC Investigator Grant over five years will take a more critical look at Australia’s medical cannabis framework. The three-pronged investigation will inform road safety policies and determine the efficacy of medical cannabis for chronic pain. With more than […]

Feb 26
Analysis: Don’t hold your breath for legalization under Trump 2.0

Here’s what you can do to effect real change. The post Analysis: Don’t hold your breath for legalization under Trump 2.0 appeared first on Leafly.

Feb 26
Montanans must activate to protect legalization in 2025

Republicans have proposed a return to prohibition. The post Montanans must activate to protect legalization in 2025 appeared first on Leafly.

Feb 26
Mad As A Daft Brush … Burchett introduces bill to authorize President Trump to issue letters of marque and reprisals against cartels

              Once again we have to thank the mighty Lex Pelger for the spot..These people are truly bonkers.. Maybe this is how Dog the bounty hunter makes his way back in the hearts of the American public!   Burchett introduces bill to authorize President Trump to issue letters of marque […]

Feb 26
Just Published: California Cannabis Accounting & Tax Guide: Regulations, 280E & Compliance [2025]

Here’s the introduction Naomi Granger on February 24, 2025 The California cannabis industry is a dynamic and rapidly evolving market. California Cannabis Accounting is a complex and evolving industry. For accountants and bookkeepers, this presents both opportunities and challenges. This article will outline what to expect regarding the industry’s regulations, licensing, taxes, and other important […]