Economic Stimulus Package: Marijuana Legalization Bill Filed in Wisconsin | TJ Baker MADISON, WI — With a state budget talks at a standstill, a Wisconsin state representative has introduced a bill to create a “true economic stimulus package” for the state: legalizing and taxing marijuana sales. Wisconsin state Rep. Melissa Sargent (D-Madison) introduced the bill […]
Bill Filed in US Senate to Give Cannabis Industry Access to Banks | The Daily Chronic Staff WASHINGTON, DC — A bipartisan group of Senators led by Jeff Merkley (D-OR) have introduced legislation in the United States Senate that would ensure legal cannabis businesses can access banking services. Joining Sen. Merkley as co-sponsors of the measure are […]
Marijuana Legalization Bill Filed in New Mexico | TJ Baker SANTA FE, NM — New Mexico has taken the first steps needed towards legalizing, taxing and regulating marijuana. State Rep. Bill McCamley (D-Las Cruces) has filed House Bill 89, the Cannabis Revenue and Freedom Act. If passed, the bill would allow adults 21 or older to […]