Feed Editor 20 Nov 2009 16:03:22 GMT Weekly news and information from The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML). http://www.norml.org 2008 NORML Foundation http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us stash@norml.org (Russ Belville) The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Foundation no norml@norml.org http://www.norml.org/share/norml_podcast_144.jpg http://www.norml.org Weekly news and information from The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws(NORML). Marijuana-Related Health Costs Minimal Compared To Those Of Alcohol, Tobacco; California Medical Association Says Pot Prohibition Is A "Failed Public Health Policy"; Oregon: State NORML Affiliate Opens First 'Cannabis Café'. 20 Nov 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) BD86A703-A291-4479-AB4A-F9A1B108CC51 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Marijuana-Related Health Costs Minimal Compared To Those Of Alcohol, Tobacco; California Medical Association Says Pot Prohibition Is A "Failed Public Health Policy"; Oregon: State NORML Affiliate Opens First 'Cannabis Café'. NORML Foundation 09:14 no American Medical Association Calls For Scientific Review Of Marijuana's Prohibitive Status; Dutch Marijuana Use Lower Than European Average, Study Says 13 Nov 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 427B2848-5BD4-4AFB-9632-90F1D03DDB02 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. American Medical Association Calls For Scientific Review Of Marijuana's Prohibitive Status; Dutch Marijuana Use Lower Than European Average, Study Says NORML Foundation 08:16 no "Truth In Trials Act" Reintroduced In Congress; Maine: Voters Approve Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Measure; Colorado: Breckenridge Voters Overwhelmingly Decide To End Pot Penalties. 6 Nov 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 9130F12A-85E0-4FDC-9998-084A1609B9DB The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. "Truth In Trials Act" Reintroduced In Congress; Maine: Voters Approve Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Measure; Colorado: Breckenridge Voters Overwhelmingly Decide To End Pot Penalties. NORML Foundation 08:21 no Maine: Voters To Decide Next Week On Medical Marijuana Expansion Measure; Colorado: Breckenridge Voters To Decide Next Week On Eliminating Pot Penalties; California: Lawmakers Hold Historic Hearing On Marijuana Legalization; New Hampshire: Senate Fails To Override Medical Marijuana Veto. 30 Oct 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 294B684E-0BBA-41EC-8151-A2DEE2A6F032 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Maine: Voters To Decide Next Week On Medical Marijuana Expansion Measure; Colorado: Breckenridge Voters To Decide Next Week On Eliminating Pot Penalties; California: Lawmakers Hold Historic Hearing On Marijuana Legalization; New Hampshire: Senate Fails To Override Medical Marijuana Veto. NORML Foundation 08:12 no Gallup: Majority Of West Coast Voters Back Marijuana Legalization; Pot Arrests Responsible For Majority Of Marijuana Treatment Referrals; DOJ To Federal Prosecutors: Do Not Focus Resources On Medical Marijuana. 23 Oct 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) BFC866FE-55EA-4573-9EEC-06573CB7E901 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Gallup: Majority Of West Coast Voters Back Marijuana Legalization; Pot Arrests Responsible For Majority Of Marijuana Treatment Referrals; DOJ To Federal Prosecutors: Do Not Focus Resources On Medical Marijuana. NORML Foundation 08:43 no California: L.A. District Attorney Intends To Prosecute "100 Percent" Of County's Medical Marijuana Dispensaries; Maternal Tobacco and Alcohol Use, But Not Marijuana, Associated With Psychotic Symptoms In Offspring, Study Says; 'Hemperor' Jack Herer Released From Hospital. 16 Oct 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 1000CC79-B348-45AF-BAA1-CE6BC1963932 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. California: L.A. District Attorney Intends To Prosecute "100 Percent" Of County's Medical Marijuana Dispensaries; Maternal Tobacco and Alcohol Use, But Not Marijuana, Associated With Psychotic Symptoms In Offspring, Study Says; 'Hemperor' Jack Herer Released From Hospital. NORML Foundation 07:56 no Detection Of THC In Blood Not Necessarily Indicative Of Recent Pot Use, Study Says; Massachusetts: Legislature To Debate Marijuana Regulation Measure; Pot Compounds Effective For Treatment Of Neuropathic Pain, Study Says 9 Oct 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) FE81462F-9ECF-4477-B925-7CD9E3D9D515 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Detection Of THC In Blood Not Necessarily Indicative Of Recent Pot Use, Study Says; Massachusetts: Legislature To Debate Marijuana Regulation Measure; Pot Compounds Effective For Treatment Of Neuropathic Pain, Study Says NORML Foundation 08:40 no Canadian 'Pot Prince' In Custody, Awaiting Extradition To U.S. Emery To face Up To Five Years In Prison For Marijuana Seed Sales; Pot Smokers Likely To Increase Their Use Of Alcohol During Abstinence, Study Says; Cannabis "Withdrawal" Syndrome Short-Lived, Affects Few, Study Says. 2 Oct 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) FE81462F-9ECF-4477-B925-7CD9E3D9D515 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Canadian 'Pot Prince' In Custody, Awaiting Extradition To U.S. Emery To face Up To Five Years In Prison For Marijuana Seed Sales; Pot Smokers Likely To Increase Their Use Of Alcohol During Abstinence, Study Says; Cannabis "Withdrawal" Syndrome Short-Lived, Affects Few, Study Says. NORML Foundation 12:11 no NORML SHOW LIVE: Marijuana Nation Debuts This Saturday; Rasmussen Poll: Majority Of Americans Say Marijuana Is Safer Than Booze; Supposed Marijuana-Schizophrenia Link Not Strong, Mainstream Media Reports. 4 Sep 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) DE558DD6-11CD-4DE0-B131-CF2B47753DD1 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML SHOW LIVE: Marijuana Nation Debuts This Saturday; Rasmussen Poll: Majority Of Americans Say Marijuana Is Safer Than Booze; Supposed Marijuana-Schizophrenia Link Not Strong, Mainstream Media Reports. NORML Foundation 12:11 no Marijuana Compounds May Offset Alcohol-Induced Toxicity, Study Says; Mexico: Government Decriminalizes Possession Of Five Grams Of Pot; Argentina: No Prison For Pot Possession, Supreme Court Rules 28 Aug 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 26478C13-6DCD-4EE7-9FC3-F9F30B05F306 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Marijuana Compounds May Offset Alcohol-Induced Toxicity, Study Says; Mexico: Government Decriminalizes Possession Of Five Grams Of Pot; Argentina: No Prison For Pot Possession, Supreme Court Rules NORML Foundation 10:56 no Smoke Has Contrasting Effects On Lung Function Compared To Tobacco, Study Says; Pot-Like Compounds Halt Prostate Cancer Growth; Rhode Island: Guidelines Proposed For State Licensed Marijuana Dispensaries. 21 Aug 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 063F41A6-5416-48BB-AAB8-E06FF5B07F65 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Smoke Has Contrasting Effects On Lung Function Compared To Tobacco, Study Says; Pot-Like Compounds Halt Prostate Cancer Growth; Rhode Island: Guidelines Proposed For State Licensed Marijuana Dispensaries. NORML Foundation 11:41 no Georgia Lawmaker Calls For Caning, Executing Marijuana Offenders; Marijuana Detection Times Influenced By Stress, Dieting; Seattle: World's Largest Annual Pot 'Protestival' Takes Place This Weekend. 14 Aug 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 8C2525EA-BE68-4007-9D81-18A9E3C86362 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Georgia Lawmaker Calls For Caning, Executing Marijuana Offenders; Marijuana Detection Times Influenced By Stress, Dieting; Seattle: World's Largest Annual Pot 'Protestival' Takes Place This Weekend. NORML Foundation 11:14 no Moderate Lifetime Marijuana Use Associated With Reduced Risk Of Head And Neck Cancer, Study Says; Santa Monica: No More Pot Prosecutions Following Passage Of Marijuana 'Deprioritization' Measure; Oregon: Legislation To Regulate Commercial Hemp Production Becomes Law. 7 Aug 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 8C2525EA-BE68-4007-9D81-18A9E3C86362 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Moderate Lifetime Marijuana Use Associated With Reduced Risk Of Head And Neck Cancer, Study Says; Santa Monica: No More Pot Prosecutions Following Passage Of Marijuana 'Deprioritization' Measure; Oregon: Legislation To Regulate Commercial Hemp Production Becomes Law. NORML Foundation 11:12 no NORML Deputy Director Declares Marijuana Is Safer Than Booze In New Book; Marijuana's Impact On Brain Function "Minimal," Study Says; Colorado: Breckenridge Voters Likely To Decide Whether To Eliminate Pot Possession Penalties. 31 Jul 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 7F482EE6-DDD9-4BA3-B5BB-896555EB787D The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Deputy Director Declares Marijuana Is Safer Than Booze In New Book; Marijuana's Impact On Brain Function "Minimal," Study Says; Colorado: Breckenridge Voters Likely To Decide Whether To Eliminate Pot Possession Penalties. NORML Foundation 10:59 no Less Marijuana, More Booze Reported Among Pot Treatment Subjects, Study Says; California: Oakland Voters Approve Nation's First Marijuana Business Tax; Colorado: Board Of Health Rejects Proposed Changes To State's Medical Marijuana Law. 24 Jul 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 7F482EE6-DDD9-4BA3-B5BB-896555EB787D The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Less Marijuana, More Booze Reported Among Pot Treatment Subjects, Study Says; California: Oakland Voters Approve Nation's First Marijuana Business Tax; Colorado: Board Of Health Rejects Proposed Changes To State's Medical Marijuana Law. NORML Foundation 11:00 no California: Tax Board Says Regulating Commercial Pot Sales Would Yield $1.4 Billion Annually Also Predicts Decline In Use Of Booze And Tobacco; Oakland: Voters To Decide Medical Marijuana Tax Measure; Hawaii: Lawmakers Override Governor's Veto Of Marijuana Task Force Bill. 17 Jul 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 61212CA7-4B03-4A99-9475-2ED7880DA796 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. California: Tax Board Says Regulating Commercial Pot Sales Would Yield $1.4 Billion Annually Also Predicts Decline In Use Of Booze And Tobacco; Oakland: Voters To Decide Medical Marijuana Tax Measure; Hawaii: Lawmakers Override Governor's Veto Of Marijuana Task Force Bill. NORML Foundation 11:58 no Congressional House Committee Votes To Lift District's Ban On Medical Marijuana; Marijuana Ingredient Blocks Opiate Dependence, Study Says; Hawaii: Governor Vetoes Medicinal Marijuana Task Force Measure, Again. 10 Jul 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 4E669AFF-5B2D-4399-9027-0C9A47C5EE08 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Congressional House Committee Votes To Lift District's Ban On Medical Marijuana; Marijuana Ingredient Blocks Opiate Dependence, Study Says; Hawaii: Governor Vetoes Medicinal Marijuana Task Force Measure, Again. NORML Foundation 09:59 no Increased Marijuana Use Not Associated With Rise In Incidences Of Schizophrenia, Study Says; Oregon: Lawmakers Pass Regulations To License Commercial Hemp Production; International Cannabinoid Research Society To Hold Annual Conference Next Week. 3 Jul 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 2526EC75-C27F-4D71-8674-2D0F9D1A1430 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Increased Marijuana Use Not Associated With Rise In Incidences Of Schizophrenia, Study Says; Oregon: Lawmakers Pass Regulations To License Commercial Hemp Production; International Cannabinoid Research Society To Hold Annual Conference Next Week. NORML Foundation 10:59 no Lawmakers Call For An End To Federal Marijuana Prosecutions; Feds' Top Pot Researcher Says Marijuana Should Be Legal; Rhode Island: State To License Medical Marijuana Dispensaries. 19 Jun 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) E094D17B-E53F-48DB-BC19-B79D3AD738B4 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Lawmakers Call For An End To Federal Marijuana Prosecutions; Feds' Top Pot Researcher Says Marijuana Should Be Legal; Rhode Island: State To License Medical Marijuana Dispensaries. NORML Foundation 09:33 no Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act Reintroduced In Congress; Department Of Justice Urged To Clarify Administration's Medical Marijuana Policy; California: Senate Resolution Calls For No More Federal Marijuana Raids. 12 Jun 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 5DBC0F33-78FF-4223-A45A-09A04395E861 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Medical Marijuana Patient Protection Act Reintroduced In Congress; Department Of Justice Urged To Clarify Administration's Medical Marijuana Policy; California: Senate Resolution Calls For No More Federal Marijuana Raids. NORML Foundation 08:57 no More Americans Misusing Illicit Painkillers For The First Time Than Trying Pot, Study Says; Minnesota: Governor Vetoes Medical Marijuana Measure; Last Chance To Register For NORML's Fourth Annual Aspen Legal Seminar. 29 May 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 3C1BF2C2-4346-43DB-A1C9-059872990422 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. More Americans Misusing Illicit Painkillers For The First Time Than Trying Pot, Study Says; Minnesota: Governor Vetoes Medical Marijuana Measure; Last Chance To Register For NORML's Fourth Annual Aspen Legal Seminar. NORML Foundation 08:11 no US Supreme Court Rejects Challenge To State Medical Marijuana Laws; Cannabis Use Associated With Greater Adherence To Heroin Treatment, Study Says; Rhode Island: Legislature Approves Medical Marijuana Distribution Centers; California NORML's Dale Gieringer on Eddy Lepp sentencing. 22 May 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) CA89A54B-8654-4413-B469-21A798C293CD The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. US Supreme Court Rejects Challenge To State Medical Marijuana Laws; Cannabis Use Associated With Greater Adherence To Heroin Treatment, Study Says; Rhode Island: Legislature Approves Medical Marijuana Distribution Centers; California NORML's Dale Gieringer on Eddy Lepp sentencing. NORML Foundation 17:04 no Marijuana Smoking Not Associated With Cancers Of The Head Or Neck; Legalizing Marijuana Tops White House 'Citizens Briefing Book'; Former Mexican President Calls For Drug Legalization Debate; Madeline Martinez announces Portland Mayor's Proclamation of Medical Marijuana Awareness Month. 15 May 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) FAD5EE76-4F09-4A1E-96D6-4026661CE7FE The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Marijuana Smoking Not Associated With Cancers Of The Head Or Neck; Legalizing Marijuana Tops White House 'Citizens Briefing Book'; Former Mexican President Calls For Drug Legalization Debate; Madeline Martinez announces Portland Mayor's Proclamation of Medical Marijuana Awareness Month. NORML Foundation 20:02 no HIV/AIDS Patients Report Greater Subjective Relief From Cannabis Than From Legal Medications, Study Says; Marijuana Viewed As An Alternative Treatment Option By Teens, Study Says; New Hampshire: Legislature Approves Physician-Supervised Use Of Medical Marijuana; Chris Goldstein reports on medical marijuana in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. 1 May 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) E4C6146F-C45D-4E15-90D1-0AB033DE1033 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. HIV/AIDS Patients Report Greater Subjective Relief From Cannabis Than From Legal Medications, Study Says; Marijuana Viewed As An Alternative Treatment Option By Teens, Study Says; New Hampshire: Legislature Approves Physician-Supervised Use Of Medical Marijuana; Chris Goldstein reports on medical marijuana in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. NORML Foundation 23:59 no NORML Launches First Ever Nationwide Television Ad Campaign: "Legalization - Yes We Can!"; Maine: Initiative To Expand State's Medical Marijuana Law To Go Before Voters In November; Georgine DiMaria speaking at PhillyNORML / NORML NJ Freedom Forum on 4/20/2009. 24 Apr 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) E4C6146F-C45D-4E15-90D1-0AB033DE1033 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Launches First Ever Nationwide Television Ad Campaign: "Legalization - Yes We Can!"; Maine: Initiative To Expand State's Medical Marijuana Law To Go Before Voters In November; Georgine DiMaria speaking at PhillyNORML / NORML NJ Freedom Forum on 4/20/2009. NORML Foundation 28:42 no NORML Presents $14 Billion 'Cannabis Stimulus' Package To The U.S. Treasury - "All we ask in exchange for our $14 billion is that our government respects our decision to use marijuana privately and responsibly"; Mexican Lawmakers Consider Legalizing Marijuana; Concurrent Use Of Cannabis And Cigarettes Associated With COPD, Study Says; Fred & Georgi DiMaria on NORML NJ / PhillyNORML 4/20 Freedom Forum. 17 Apr 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 50F6A90D-85FF-481B-B1D4-365EEB338707 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Presents $14 Billion 'Cannabis Stimulus' Package To The U.S. Treasury - "All we ask in exchange for our $14 billion is that our government respects our decision to use marijuana privately and responsibly"; Mexican Lawmakers Consider Legalizing Marijuana; Concurrent Use Of Cannabis And Cigarettes Associated With COPD, Study Says; Fred & Georgi DiMaria on NORML NJ / PhillyNORML 4/20 Freedom Forum. NORML Foundation 28:44 no Prohibition-Oriented Policies Do Not Deter Adolescent Marijuana Use, Study Says, "The data provide no evidence that strict cannabis laws ... provide protective effects"; Oakland: City's Pending Medical Marijuana Tax Could Raise "Millions" In Revenue; Hemp Farming Control Act Reintroduced In Congress; Allen St. Pierre and Glenn Greenwald discuss decriminalization. 10 Apr 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 69A72E01-1552-4818-BDD3-0AE35047710B The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Prohibition-Oriented Policies Do Not Deter Adolescent Marijuana Use, Study Says, "The data provide no evidence that strict cannabis laws ... provide protective effects"; Oakland: City's Pending Medical Marijuana Tax Could Raise "Millions" In Revenue; Hemp Farming Control Act Reintroduced In Congress; Allen St. Pierre and Glenn Greenwald discuss decriminalization. NORML Foundation 28:44 no US Senators Introduce National Criminal Justice Act of 2009, Bill would "undertake a comprehensive review of the criminal justice system"; Marijuana Compounds Have "Palliative" And "Curative" Effects On Cancer; Michigan: State Medical Marijuana Program Now Accepting Applicants; Allen St. Pierre reacts to Obama comments on marijuana legalization. 3 Apr 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 3D001822-82EF-404A-9DDC-91CED3B4A928 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. US Senators Introduce National Criminal Justice Act of 2009, Bill would "undertake a comprehensive review of the criminal justice system"; Marijuana Compounds Have "Palliative" And "Curative" Effects On Cancer; Michigan: State Medical Marijuana Program Now Accepting Applicants; Allen St. Pierre reacts to Obama comments on marijuana legalization. NORML Foundation 28:44 no US Government: Nearly Four In Ten Admitted To "Treatment" For Marijuana Haven't Used Pot; Massachusetts: Lawmakers To Consider Measures To "Tax And Regulate The Cannabis Industry"; New Hampshire: House Votes To Authorize Physician-Supervised Use Of Marijuana; Richard Evans on the Massachusetts legalization bills. 27 Mar 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 3D001822-82EF-404A-9DDC-91CED3B4A928 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. US Government: Nearly Four In Ten Admitted To "Treatment" For Marijuana Haven't Used Pot; Massachusetts: Lawmakers To Consider Measures To "Tax And Regulate The Cannabis Industry"; New Hampshire: House Votes To Authorize Physician-Supervised Use Of Marijuana; Richard Evans on the Massachusetts legalization bills. NORML Foundation 18:43 no U.S. Attorney General Reaffirms Administration's New Pot Policy Stance; NORML Now Accepting Registrations For Fourth Annual Aspen Legal Seminar; Marijuana's Impact On Adolescent Brain "Subtle" Compared To That Of Alcohol; Dr. Mitch Earleywine on marijuana/alcohol study of adolescents. 20 Mar 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 49D2BD3E-948E-4077-844A-09186B6F13EE The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. U.S. Attorney General Reaffirms Administration's New Pot Policy Stance; NORML Now Accepting Registrations For Fourth Annual Aspen Legal Seminar; Marijuana's Impact On Adolescent Brain "Subtle" Compared To That Of Alcohol; Dr. Mitch Earleywine on marijuana/alcohol study of adolescents. NORML Foundation 19:39 no Institute Of Medicine Report On Medical Marijuana Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary Next Week; Decreasing Marijuana Penalties Does Not Increase Pot Use, Study Says; NORML Chapter Outreach Coordinator Russ Belville on Vancouver's CKNW radio. 13 Mar 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 02C748D7-0075-4F21-9883-A62C6FEBDC78 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Institute Of Medicine Report On Medical Marijuana Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary Next Week; Decreasing Marijuana Penalties Does Not Increase Pot Use, Study Says; NORML Chapter Outreach Coordinator Russ Belville on Vancouver's CKNW radio. NORML Foundation 21:14 no Inhaled Cannabis Aborts Cluster Headaches, Journal Reports "Marijuana use at the onset of his headaches consistently brought complete relief within five minutes of inhalation for each attack"; Cannabis Spray Shows Long-Term Benefits For Multiple Sclerosis; Study: Over 7 Million Americans Under prison Supervision In 2007; ASA Conference Call on California DMV policy change recognizing medical marijuana. 6 Mar 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 02C748D7-0075-4F21-9883-A62C6FEBDC78 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. California: Assemblyman Introduces Measure To Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol - Proposal Will Raise Over $1.3 Billion Per Year, State's Tax Collection Agency Says; New Jersey: Senate Votes To Authorize Physician-Supervised Use Of Marijuana; Montana: Senate Votes To Expand State's Medical Marijuana Law; Dale Geiringer on AB 390. NORML Foundation 21:14 no California: Assemblyman Introduces Measure To Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol - Proposal Will Raise Over $1.3 Billion Per Year, State's Tax Collection Agency Says; New Jersey: Senate Votes To Authorize Physician-Supervised Use Of Marijuana; Montana: Senate Votes To Expand State's Medical Marijuana Law; Dale Geiringer on AB 390. 27 Feb 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 02C748D7-0075-4F21-9883-A62C6FEBDC78 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. California: Assemblyman Introduces Measure To Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol - Proposal Will Raise Over $1.3 Billion Per Year, State's Tax Collection Agency Says; New Jersey: Senate Votes To Authorize Physician-Supervised Use Of Marijuana; Montana: Senate Votes To Expand State's Medical Marijuana Law; Dale Geiringer on AB 390. NORML Foundation 16:24 no Zogby Poll: Nearly Six Out Of Ten West Coast Voters Support Taxing And Regulating Marijuana Like Alcohol - National Support For Pot Legalization Grows To 44 Percent; Marijuana May Be Protective Against Injury, Study Says; Congressman Introduces Bill Criminalizing Products Designed To "Defraud" Drug Tests; Washington State Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on decriminalization. 20 Feb 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) A4A7EA3D-1FA2-4E55-B842-5CE45129C634 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Zogby Poll: Nearly Six Out Of Ten West Coast Voters Support Taxing And Regulating Marijuana Like Alcohol - National Support For Pot Legalization Grows To 44 Percent; Marijuana May Be Protective Against Injury, Study Says; Congressman Introduces Bill Criminalizing Products Designed To "Defraud" Drug Tests; Washington State Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on decriminalization. NORML Foundation 28:37 no NORML Comments On Obama's Rumored Drug Czar Pick, Calls Kerlikowske a "step in the right direction" and a "clean break" from his predecessors; NORML Responds To Latest Marijuana And Cancer Fears; Former Seattle Police Chief Norm Stamper on current Chief Gil Kerlikowske as Drug Czar. 13 Feb 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 0902A29F-9AE3-4FE2-945E-0C8D6AFC6362 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Comments On Obama's Rumored Drug Czar Pick, Calls Kerlikowske a "step in the right direction" and a "clean break" from his predecessors; NORML Responds To Latest Marijuana And Cancer Fears; Former Seattle Police Chief Norm Stamper on current Chief Gil Kerlikowske as Drug Czar. NORML Foundation 17:20 no Zogby Poll: Three Out Of Four Voters Oppose DEA's Medical Marijuana Raids -- Agency Continues To Bust State-Authorized Pot Dispensaries Despite President's Promise To End Federal Raids; NORML Responds To Phelp's Pot-Smoking Controversy; Vote Online For The Winner Of NORML's $10,000 Ad Contest; Degé Coutee live at Los Angeles protest of DEA raids. 6 Feb 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 99629CED-9836-4745-ADC4-5D5ECF26E92F The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Zogby Poll: Three Out Of Four Voters Oppose DEA's Medical Marijuana Raids -- Agency Continues To Bust State-Authorized Pot Dispensaries Despite President's Promise To End Federal Raids; NORML Responds To Phelp's Pot-Smoking Controversy; Vote Online For The Winner Of NORML's $10,000 Ad Contest; Degé Coutee live at Los Angeles protest of DEA raids. NORML Foundation 17:20 no Teen Team Sports Associated With Higher Use Of Booze, Less Use Of Marijuana, Study Says; DEA Makes First Federal Medical Marijuana Raids Under Obama Administration; Saliva Testing Technology Still Unable To Consistently Detect THC; Kris Hermes from Americans for Safe Access on DEA Raids in Tahoe, California. 30 Jan 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 99629CED-9836-4745-ADC4-5D5ECF26E92F The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Teen Team Sports Associated With Higher Use Of Booze, Less Use Of Marijuana, Study Says; DEA Makes First Federal Medical Marijuana Raids Under Obama Administration; Saliva Testing Technology Still Unable To Consistently Detect THC; Kris Hermes from Americans for Safe Access on DEA Raids in Tahoe, California. NORML Foundation 17:20 no Marijuana Legalization Questions Top Obama's 'Citizen's Briefing Book'; Endocannabinoid System Regulates Emotional Homeostasis, Study Says; New Mexico: Guidelines For State Medical Marijuana Program Finalized; Kris Hermes on first Obama Admin DEA medmj raid. 23 Jan 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 1D7EBC26-4D63-4AA2-B478-8414F39A9E34 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Marijuana Legalization Questions Top Obama's 'Citizen's Briefing Book'; Endocannabinoid System Regulates Emotional Homeostasis, Study Says; New Mexico: Guidelines For State Medical Marijuana Program Finalized; Kris Hermes on first Obama Admin DEA medmj raid. NORML Foundation 17:02 no DEA Rejects Order To Allow For Private Production Of Marijuana For FDA-Approved Research; Updated NORML Report Highlights Marijuana's Role In Moderating Disease Progression - 'Emerging Clinical Applications' Booklet Reviews Nearly 200 Studies On The Therapeutic Use Of Cannabis; Interview with Rick Doblin of MAPS 16 Jan 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 0B98299D-7865-452B-8536-658480AF0008 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. DEA Rejects Order To Allow For Private Production Of Marijuana For FDA-Approved Research; Updated NORML Report Highlights Marijuana's Role In Moderating Disease Progression - 'Emerging Clinical Applications' Booklet Reviews Nearly 200 Studies On The Therapeutic Use Of Cannabis; Interview with Rick Doblin of MAPS NORML Foundation 21:28 no Change.org: Marijuana Legalization Question Leads In Final Round Of Online Voting; Massachusetts Becomes Thirteenth US State To Decriminalize Pot; Final Week To Enter $10,000 NORML Ad Challenge; Allen St. Pierre on Upcoming 2009 Marijuana Law Reform 9 Jan 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 0B98299D-7865-452B-8536-658480AF0008 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Change.org: Marijuana Legalization Question Leads In Final Round Of Online Voting; Massachusetts Becomes Thirteenth US State To Decriminalize Pot; Final Week To Enter $10,000 NORML Ad Challenge; Allen St. Pierre on Upcoming 2009 Marijuana Law Reform NORML Foundation 20:31 no NORML's Top Ten Events for 2008; Russ Belville guest hosts The Bill Press Show 2 Jan 2009 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 55229764-6A95-4909-A9A8-B52587EDBAFA The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML's Top Ten Events for 2008; Russ Belville guest hosts The Bill Press Show NORML Foundation 19:56 no Pot Legalization Question Tops Obama Online Poll President-elect says no to 'legalizing marijuana so that the government can regulate it, tax it, put age limits on it, and create millions of new jobs'; Spike In Marijuana Metabolite Levels Not Always Indicative Of Current Pot Use, Study Says; Paul Armentano on cannabis and chronic pain. 19 Dec 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 772CB62D-9975-41B8-853F-DD2D48FB1B80 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Pot Legalization Question Tops Obama Online Poll President-elect says no to 'legalizing marijuana so that the government can regulate it, tax it, put age limits on it, and create millions of new jobs'; Spike In Marijuana Metabolite Levels Not Always Indicative Of Current Pot Use, Study Says; Paul Armentano on cannabis and chronic pain. NORML Foundation 22:19 no Moderate Cannabis Use Not Associated With Delinquent Behavior; Marijuana Use Common Among Chronic Pain Patients; NORML Announces Amsterdam Vacation Raffle; Ken Wolski discusses NJ medmj. 12 Dec 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) EC28E288-69DD-4293-B9D4-271A88EFD771 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Moderate Cannabis Use Not Associated With Delinquent Behavior; Marijuana Use Common Among Chronic Pain Patients; NORML Announces Amsterdam Vacation Raffle; Ken Wolski discusses NJ medmj. NORML Foundation 19:56 no Oregon Business Leaders Seek Termination of Medical Marijuana Patients' Right to Work, Yet Data Contradicts Workplace Safety Claims; Study Finds Marijuana Smokers Have Lower Cancer Risk Than Tobacco Smokers; Swiss Voters Reject Marijuana Legalization; PJ Wasserman on Swiss vote. 5 Dec 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 5CD00D45-C4A7-401E-9AB9-4F46608CB589 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Oregon Business Leaders Seek Termination of Medical Marijuana Patients' Right to Work, Yet Data Contradicts Workplace Safety Claims; Study Finds Marijuana Smokers Have Lower Cancer Risk Than Tobacco Smokers; Swiss Voters Reject Marijuana Legalization; PJ Wasserman on Swiss vote. NORML Foundation 26:34 no Prohibition Plays Little Role In Teens’ Decision To Abstain From Marijuana, Study Says; NORML Says Cannabis Should Be Regulated Like Tobacco On Influential Capitol Hill Blog; Last Chance To Register For 25th Annual Key West Legal Seminar; interview with Paul Armentano 14 Nov 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 89D65AF7-3359-4B3A-A194-D9C8147A80DF The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Prohibition Plays Little Role In Teens’ Decision To Abstain From Marijuana, Study Says; NORML Says Cannabis Should Be Regulated Like Tobacco On Influential Capitol Hill Blog; Last Chance To Register For 25th Annual Key West Legal Seminar; interview with Paul Armentano NORML Foundation 22:19 no NORML Daily Audio Stash Tops 100,000 Downloads In October Run Up To Election Day Spurs Record Listenership; Study Questions Validity Of So-Called "Cannabis-Induced Psychosis"; NORML Extends Deadline For $10,000 Ad Contest; George Rohrbacher analyzes Michigan medmj votes. 14 Nov 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) BFE7CAF2-3484-467A-A231-C2C1E0D5C001 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Daily Audio Stash Tops 100,000 Downloads In October Run Up To Election Day Spurs Record Listenership; Study Questions Validity Of So-Called "Cannabis-Induced Psychosis"; NORML Extends Deadline For $10,000 Ad Contest; George Rohrbacher analyzes Michigan medmj votes. NORML Foundation 18:28 no Americans Reject Bush Drug War Doctrine -- Landslide At The Ballot Box: Voters Approve Nine Out Of Ten Marijuana Law Reform Measures; Keith Stroup at NORML CON 2008. 7 Nov 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 7D2F211B-7414-44BF-848B-D890CAA314A7 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Americans Reject Bush Drug War Doctrine -- Landslide At The Ballot Box: Voters Approve Nine Out Of Ten Marijuana Law Reform Measures; Keith Stroup at NORML CON 2008. NORML Foundation 14:53 no NORML's look at state and local cannabis initiatives on the ballot; Interview with Dianne Byrum on MI Prop 1 (medmj); Interview with Whitney Taylor on MA Question 2 (decrim). 7 Nov 2008 16:03:22 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) CF65AC08-2A6A-4E5B-BDDC-34CE32FD6053 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML's look at state and local cannabis initiatives on the ballot; Interview with Dianne Byrum on MI Prop 1 (medmj); Interview with Whitney Taylor on MA Question 2 (decrim). NORML Foundation 29:27 no 37th Annual NORML Conference Draws Record Crowd; United Kingdom: First-Time Pot Smokers Will Still Receive Warnings Despite Reclassification; California: San Diego Supervisors Ask US Supreme Court To Overturn State Medical Marijuana Laws; Interview with Bobbie Wooten, paralyzed NM medmj patient evicted over 2 plants. 25 Oct 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 475AA623-1429-4102-AF92-613A4B38D38E The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. 37th Annual NORML Conference Draws Record Crowd; United Kingdom: First-Time Pot Smokers Will Still Receive Warnings Despite Reclassification; California: San Diego Supervisors Ask US Supreme Court To Overturn State Medical Marijuana Laws; Interview with Bobbie Wooten, paralyzed NM medmj patient evicted over 2 plants. NORML Foundation 18:28 no NORML Marks 20 Millionth Pot Arrest: Tragic Marijuana Milestone Will Take Place This Friday; Marijuana Less Harmful To Health Than Alcohol Or Tobacco, British Think Tank Reports; Health Department Defines Limits For Authorized Medi-Pot Patients; Marijuana Unicorn Tim from Wisconsin 11 Oct 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 0D538FCC-E5AF-4893-ABB5-F2C6BDFEA553 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Marks 20 Millionth Pot Arrest: Tragic Marijuana Milestone Will Take Place This Friday; Marijuana Less Harmful To Health Than Alcohol Or Tobacco, British Think Tank Reports; Health Department Defines Limits For Authorized Medi-Pot Patients; Marijuana Unicorn Tim from Wisconsin NORML Foundation 17:38 no Medical Journal Touts 17,000 Pot-Related Studies; Michigan: Two Out Of Three Voters Back Medical Marijuana Measure; California: Governor Permits Employment Discrimination Of Medi-Pot Patients; NORML Affiliates Celebrate Fall 'Harvest' Festivals; Marijuana Unicorn: 20 days for being in a room with a bong! 4 Oct 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 85C3285D-F115-48FE-BC29-C5BE57A320D9 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Medical Journal Touts 17,000 Pot-Related Studies; Michigan: Two Out Of Three Voters Back Medical Marijuana Measure; California: Governor Permits Employment Discrimination Of Medi-Pot Patients; NORML Affiliates Celebrate Fall 'Harvest' Festivals; Marijuana Unicorn: 20 days for being in a room with a bong! NORML Foundation 22:33 no Survey: One In Five High Schools Drug Test Students; Text Messaging Impacts Psychomotor Skills Far More Than Cannabis, Study Says; NORML Recognized By Project Censored; Allen St. Pierre on Drug War Turncoats. 27 Sep 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 3965B3E6-9E5A-4294-8F5E-77EADACFB788 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Survey: One In Five High Schools Drug Test Students; Text Messaging Impacts Psychomotor Skills Far More Than Cannabis, Study Says; NORML Recognized By Project Censored; Allen St. Pierre on Drug War Turncoats. NORML Foundation 14:09 no Cannabis May Halt Progression Of Multiple Sclerosis, Study Says; Less Than One-Month Left To Register For NORML’s 2008 National Conference; 19th Annual Boston Freedom Rally Takes Place This Weekend; Interview with Bill Downing on Freedom Rally. 20 Sep 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 8678B9C1-52F5-441F-B86C-E2B05BDDC15B The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Cannabis May Halt Progression Of Multiple Sclerosis, Study Says; Less Than One-Month Left To Register For NORML’s 2008 National Conference; 19th Annual Boston Freedom Rally Takes Place This Weekend; Interview with Bill Downing on Freedom Rally. NORML Foundation 19:09 no Marijuana Arrests For Year 2007, 872,721 Tops Record High, Five Percent Increase Over 2006; Cannabis Spray Demonstrates Long Term Efficacy In Neuropathic Pain, Study Says; Second Study In Two Months Touts Cannabis' Germ-Fighting Abilities; Arkansas: Fayetteville Voters To Decide "Lowest Law Enforcement Priority" Initiative. 13 Sep 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) A1E96EC3-508F-4417-8FEF-F34DD655FF6D The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Marijuana Arrests For Year 2007, 872,721 Tops Record High, Five Percent Increase Over 2006; Cannabis Spray Demonstrates Long Term Efficacy In Neuropathic Pain, Study Says; Second Study In Two Months Touts Cannabis' Germ-Fighting Abilities; Arkansas: Fayetteville Voters To Decide "Lowest Law Enforcement Priority" Initiative. NORML Foundation 28:15 no Ingestion Of Commercially Available Hemp Products Unlikely To Trigger Positive Drug Test; United Kingdom: Pot Potency Fell Following Cannabis Downgrade; Hawaii: Big Island Voters To Decide "Lowest Law Enforcement Priority" Initiative; Paul Armentano on Pot vs. MRSA. 6 Sep 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 628191A0-BB44-4FE3-BF80-343E2BEB5DFE The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Ingestion Of Commercially Available Hemp Products Unlikely To Trigger Positive Drug Test; United Kingdom: Pot Potency Fell Following Cannabis Downgrade; Hawaii: Big Island Voters To Decide "Lowest Law Enforcement Priority" Initiative; Paul Armentano on Pot vs. MRSA. NORML Foundation 21:02 no Join NORML In Berkeley For Our 2008 National Conference Register Today To Take Advantage Of Discounted Rates; Congress Fails To Adopt Appropriations Bill - No Opportunity to Vote on Hinchey-Rohrabacher Amendment; California: Medical Pot Statute Does Not Conflict With Federal Anti-Drug Laws; San Diego Supervisors To Appeal Ruling; interview with SSDP's Kris Krane 9 Aug 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 6D830BA8-DAE9-421B-96EA-AA5E2AEA2A9A The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Join NORML In Berkeley For Our 2008 National Conference Register Today To Take Advantage Of Discounted Rates; Congress Fails To Adopt Appropriations Bill - No Opportunity to Vote on Hinchey-Rohrabacher Amendment; California: Medical Pot Statute Does Not Conflict With Federal Anti-Drug Laws; San Diego Supervisors To Appeal Ruling; interview with SSDP's Kris Krane NORML Foundation 20:26 no Members Of Congress Demand An End To Federal Pot Possession Arrests; National MS Society Makes Recommendations Regarding Therapeutic Use Of Cannabis; The Tragic Death Of Rachel Hoffman -- And The Tragedy That Is Pot Prohibition; Interview with Rep. Barney Frank. 2 Aug 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) B7D48029-B65B-4A4C-B0B0-286854F5F8D3 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Members Of Congress Demand An End To Federal Pot Possession Arrests; National MS Society Makes Recommendations Regarding Therapeutic Use Of Cannabis; The Tragic Death Of Rachel Hoffman -- And The Tragedy That Is Pot Prohibition; Interview with Rep. Barney Frank. NORML Foundation 22:26 no Pot Compound Enhances Efficacy Of Anti-Cancer Agents, Study Says; California: Nonviolent Offender Rehabilitation Act Qualifies For November Ballot; New Orleans: District Attorney Charging Minor Pot Offenders With Felonies; Kelly Maddy on Joplin MO Decrim Effort. 26 Jul 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 02E489F0-296C-472F-9BFC-7258141BE7D9 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Pot Compound Enhances Efficacy Of Anti-Cancer Agents, Study Says; California: Nonviolent Offender Rehabilitation Act Qualifies For November Ballot; New Orleans: District Attorney Charging Minor Pot Offenders With Felonies; Kelly Maddy on Joplin MO Decrim Effort. NORML Foundation 17:25 no Marijuana Extracts Provide Superior Pain Relief Compared To Plant's Isolated Compounds; Case Study: Inhaled Cannabis Improves Symptoms Of ADHD; ONDCP Insider: Drug Czar's Office Is "Flying Blind"; Austrian Parliament Approves Medical Marijuana Use. 19 Jul 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 46F45658-0AAA-41A1-9E9D-F49DC3F5F626 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Marijuana Extracts Provide Superior Pain Relief Compared To Plant's Isolated Compounds; Case Study: Inhaled Cannabis Improves Symptoms Of ADHD; ONDCP Insider: Drug Czar's Office Is "Flying Blind"; Austrian Parliament Approves Medical Marijuana Use. NORML Foundation 21:45 no Massachusetts: Pot Decrim Initiative Qualifies For November Ballot Measure Would Replace Criminal Penalties With A $100 Fine; Congress Moves Forward On Cannabis 'Candy' Crackdown; Rhode Island: Governor Vetoes Bill To Study Feasibility Of State-Licensed 'Compassion Centers'; Hawaii: Governor Vetoes Medical Marijuana Task Force Measure. 12 Jul 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 954990DA-EDE3-4475-8EF9-CA39B00E1D86 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Massachusetts: Pot Decrim Initiative Qualifies For November Ballot Measure Would Replace Criminal Penalties With A $100 Fine; Congress Moves Forward On Cannabis 'Candy' Crackdown; Rhode Island: Governor Vetoes Bill To Study Feasibility Of State-Licensed 'Compassion Centers'; Hawaii: Governor Vetoes Medical Marijuana Task Force Measure. NORML Foundation 23:47 no US Leads The World In Illicit Drug Use; US Drug Enforcement Administration ‘Celebrates’ 35 Years Of Failure; Marijuana, Cocaine Have Contrasting Effects On Driving Performance, Study Says; Loretta Nall on AL judge's son's special treatment for felony drug charges. 5 Jul 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) C463CE52-B0AD-40B2-B776-6EA6054A28F8 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. US Leads The World In Illicit Drug Use; US Drug Enforcement Administration ‘Celebrates’ 35 Years Of Failure; Marijuana, Cocaine Have Contrasting Effects On Driving Performance, Study Says; Loretta Nall on AL judge's son's special treatment for felony drug charges. NORML Foundation 19:16 no Oral Pot Preparation Effective For Depression, Journal Reports; New Zealand: Most Pot Consumers Not Frequent Users; Cannabis Agonist Reduces Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Tumor Growth, Study Says; California: County Officials Finalize Mendocino Vote Count; Interview with Mason Tvert on proposal of cannabis smoking lounges in Denver airport to combat air rage incidents with alcohol. 28 Jun 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) BBFE66DB-9B5E-4299-9F56-76560ADD6074 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Oral Pot Preparation Effective For Depression, Journal Reports; New Zealand: Most Pot Consumers Not Frequent Users; Cannabis Agonist Reduces Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Tumor Growth, Study Says; California: County Officials Finalize Mendocino Vote Count; Interview with Mason Tvert on proposal of cannabis smoking lounges in Denver airport to combat air rage incidents with alcohol. NORML Foundation 17:03 no Drug Czar Responds To NORML's Refutation Of 'Potent Pot' Claim; Teen Pot Use Falling In States With Medical Marijuana Laws; Medical Pot Use Not Associated With Serious Side Effects, Study Says; Interview with Teen MJ Use study co-author Dr. Mitch Earleywine. 21 Jun 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) C8A50EAE-183C-4CFC-9B9B-015DE85ABADF The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Drug Czar Responds To NORML's Refutation Of 'Potent Pot' Claim; Teen Pot Use Falling In States With Medical Marijuana Laws; Medical Pot Use Not Associated With Serious Side Effects, Study Says; Interview with Teen MJ Use study co-author Dr. Mitch Earleywine. NORML Foundation 21:36 no Scotland: Government Think-Tank Backs Taxing And Regulating Cannabis; California: Attorney General To Appeal Kelly Decision; Portable Oral-Fluid Tests Still Unreliable For Pot, Study Says; Allen St. Pierre on Emerging Cannabis Issues at Aspen Legal Seminar. 14 Jun 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 2B641143-CB72-41C0-9478-18AEA3BD05B5 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Scotland: Government Think-Tank Backs Taxing And Regulating Cannabis; California: Attorney General To Appeal Kelly Decision; Portable Oral-Fluid Tests Still Unreliable For Pot, Study Says; Allen St. Pierre on Emerging Cannabis Issues at Aspen Legal Seminar. NORML Foundation 30:18 no Pot Prohibition Linked To More Potent Marijuana Use, Study Says; NORML Responds To Latest Marijuana And Brain Damage Fears; California: Mendocino County Voters Restrict Pot Possession Rules; Dan Monnat on Drug Dogs. 7 Jun 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 758F185D-B099-4DF5-A983-6374114748FF The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Pot Prohibition Linked To More Potent Marijuana Use, Study Says; NORML Responds To Latest Marijuana And Brain Damage Fears; California: Mendocino County Voters Restrict Pot Possession Rules; Dan Monnat on Drug Dogs. NORML Foundation 21:59 no Pot Potency Claims Unfounded, Study Says "Claims ... about a 20- or 30-fold increase in cannabis potency and about adverse mental health effects are not supported by the evidence"; Idaho: City Voters Once Again Approve Pot Liberalization Measures; Last Chance To Register For The 3rd Annual NORML Aspen Legal Seminar; Interview: Ryan Davidson of Idaho Liberty Lobby. 31 May 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 02BB1C82-8CD6-486E-81B1-64BF705FAE8C The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Pot Potency Claims Unfounded, Study Says "Claims ... about a 20- or 30-fold increase in cannabis potency and about adverse mental health effects are not supported by the evidence"; Idaho: City Voters Once Again Approve Pot Liberalization Measures; Last Chance To Register For The 3rd Annual NORML Aspen Legal Seminar; Interview: Ryan Davidson of Idaho Liberty Lobby. NORML Foundation 20:40 no Past Cannabis Use Not Associated With Injury Severity, Study Says; Oral Pot Preparation Effective For Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Journal Reports; Join NORML In Aspen In Two Weeks At The 3rd Annual NORML Legal Seminar; Paul Armentano on Ted kennedy and cannabis cancer research. 24 May 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 36C4E563-F34A-43C4-A8D0-242B67C4C752 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Past Cannabis Use Not Associated With Injury Severity, Study Says; Oral Pot Preparation Effective For Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Journal Reports; Join NORML In Aspen In Two Weeks At The 3rd Annual NORML Legal Seminar; Paul Armentano on Ted kennedy and cannabis cancer research. NORML Foundation 20:09 no Pot’s Effects On Driving Performance Contrast Alcohol’s, Study Says; Survey: One In Seven Public School Districts Drug Test Students; Hawaii: Legislature Approves Medical Marijuana Task Force Measure; Dale Geiringer on CA bills; Jesse Stout on RI bill. 17 May 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 26A65328-E77B-4F71-8B28-7A777FC90FBF The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Pot’s Effects On Driving Performance Contrast Alcohol’s, Study Says; Survey: One In Seven Public School Districts Drug Test Students; Hawaii: Legislature Approves Medical Marijuana Task Force Measure; Dale Geiringer on CA bills; Jesse Stout on RI bill. NORML Foundation 19:47 no UK Parliament to vote on stiffer pot penalties; Inhaled cannabis reduces neuropathic pain; Keith Stroup goes to trial Monday, will argue constitutionality of Mass. pot laws; interview with Douglas Hiatt, attorney for Tim Garon. 10 May 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) D4186945-984E-4508-8130-51580A0A02BC The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. UK Parliament to vote on stiffer pot penalties; Inhaled cannabis reduces neuropathic pain; Keith Stroup goes to trial Monday, will argue constitutionality of Mass. pot laws; interview with Douglas Hiatt, attorney for Tim Garon. NORML Foundation 22:36 no Hepatitis C Patient Denied Transplant Based on State and Doctor Approved Medi-Pot Use; New Study Indicates Cannabis-Associated Psychosis Risk Is Minimal; More Than 230 Cities, 35 Countries To Hold Marijuana Rallies This Weekend 3 May 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) A001F212-A3AF-4F4E-9016-00EA7D325775 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Hepatitis C Patient Denied Transplant Based on State and Doctor Approved Medi-Pot Use; New Study Indicates Cannabis-Associated Psychosis Risk Is Minimal; More Than 230 Cities, 35 Countries To Hold Marijuana Rallies This Weekend NORML Foundation 23:33 no California bill to protect medmj workers heads to Assembly floor; Argentina court decriminalizes cannabis possession; NYC Bar to discuss marijuana arrests; MN State Sen. Steve Murphy on medmj bill. 26 Apr 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) FFBCD221-D9A9-4AAF-A980-B8ED3C69077C The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. California bill to protect medmj workers heads to Assembly floor; Argentina court decriminalizes cannabis possession; NYC Bar to discuss marijuana arrests; MN State Sen. Steve Murphy on medmj bill. NORML Foundation 20:40 no Federal Decriminalization Bill Introduced -- Bill Would End Federal Authority to Arrest Adults for Pot Possession; Federal Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced by Rep. Ron Paul; NORML To Hold First Annual 4/20 Moneybomb - Organization's Facebook Supporters Reach 420,000. 19 Apr 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) DCD5BF0E-F3D6-4AF4-B764-8C1C8692BA73 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Federal Decriminalization Bill Introduced -- Bill Would End Federal Authority to Arrest Adults for Pot Possession; Federal Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced by Rep. Ron Paul; NORML To Hold First Annual 4/20 Moneybomb - Organization's Facebook Supporters Reach 420,000. NORML Foundation 22:42 no MN House of Representatives to Consider Medical Marijuana Bill -- Despite Bi-Partisan Support, Governor Indicates He May Veto; RI Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Medical Cannabis Measure; Comedian Doug Benson Offers NORML Supporters Free Screening of "Super High Me" 12 Apr 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) BD98C049-0870-4922-BAFA-4DAA9056414A The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. MN House of Representatives to Consider Medical Marijuana Bill -- Despite Bi-Partisan Support, Governor Indicates He May Veto; RI Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Medical Cannabis Measure; Comedian Doug Benson Offers NORML Supporters Free Screening of "Super High Me" NORML Foundation 12:00 no HIV-Positive Man Wins Acquittal In Texas’ First Cannabis Medical Necessity Defense -- NORML Legal Committee Member Leads Defense; Vermont Supreme Court Rules Search Warrant Required for Overflight Surveillance; Los Angeles City Council Tells DEA to Let City Regulate Medical Cannabis Dispensaries; Interview w/ Jeff Blackburn and Tim Stevens. 5 Apr 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 07438FCE-7488-4681-A918-9C6A12B91ED3 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. HIV-Positive Man Wins Acquittal In Texas’ First Cannabis Medical Necessity Defense -- NORML Legal Committee Member Leads Defense; Vermont Supreme Court Rules Search Warrant Required for Overflight Surveillance; Los Angeles City Council Tells DEA to Let City Regulate Medical Cannabis Dispensaries; Interview w/ Jeff Blackburn and Tim Stevens. NORML Foundation 20:22 no Congress To Consider Legislation To End Minor Pot Arrests; Pot Decriminalization Does Not Increase Marijuana Use, Scientific Journal Says; California: Fifth National Clinical Conference On Cannabis Therapeutics To Be Held Next Week. 29 Mar 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) F4371AA6-DD02-4243-ABF7-F7B7360A2A89 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Congress To Consider Legislation To End Minor Pot Arrests; Pot Decriminalization Does Not Increase Marijuana Use, Scientific Journal Says; California: Fifth National Clinical Conference On Cannabis Therapeutics To Be Held Next Week. NORML Foundation 19:54 no Alaska Supreme Court Hears Marijuana Possession Case; Ninth Circuit Rejects Blanket Drug Testing Of Public Employees; New Hampshire: House Passes Pot Decriminalization Proposal; analysis by Matt Simon of NHCommonSense.org. 22 Mar 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) AD6B87B2-4C0B-44DF-820C-91418745F5D7 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Alaska Supreme Court Hears Marijuana Possession Case; Ninth Circuit Rejects Blanket Drug Testing Of Public Employees; New Hampshire: House Passes Pot Decriminalization Proposal; analysis by Matt Simon of NHCommonSense.org. NORML Foundation 14:23 no Zero Tolerance DUID Laws Don’t Deter ‘Drugged Driving,’ Study Says; Rhode Island: Legislature Considers Authorizing Medical Cannabis ‘Compassion Centers’; California: Counties File Briefs Seeking To Overturn State Medi-Pot Law 15 Mar 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 390E2EF7-98E5-447A-B8FE-BEDEBA610DB3 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Zero Tolerance DUID Laws Don’t Deter ‘Drugged Driving,’ Study Says; Rhode Island: Legislature Considers Authorizing Medical Cannabis ‘Compassion Centers’; California: Counties File Briefs Seeking To Overturn State Medi-Pot Law NORML Foundation 16:39 no Pot Use Not Associated With Increased Risk Of Head Or Neck Cancer, Study Says; Michigan Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified For November Ballot; Jamaica: Parliament Once Again Considering Liberalizing Ganja Laws; interview with Julie Falco of Illinois NORML. 8 Mar 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 30DDA2F4-B4C6-4C68-9801-AA2500C03351 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Pot Use Not Associated With Increased Risk Of Head Or Neck Cancer, Study Says; Michigan Medical Marijuana Initiative Certified For November Ballot; Jamaica: Parliament Once Again Considering Liberalizing Ganja Laws; interview with Julie Falco of Illinois NORML. NORML Foundation 18:58 no NORML names Russ Belville new host of NORML podcasts; NORML announces new web redesign and addition of blogs; NH set to vote on marijuana decriminaliztion bill; NORML remembers conservative icon and supporter of marijuana law reform, William F. Buckley, Jr. 2 Mar 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) BA050C49-1C96-426E-90F8-A87CAAFBF0A9 The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML names Russ Belville new host of NORML podcasts; NORML announces new web redesign and addition of blogs; NH set to vote on marijuana decriminaliztion bill; NORML remembers conservative icon and supporter of marijuana law reform, William F. Buckley, Jr. NORML Foundation 23:34 no Drug Law Reform Community Mourns Passing of John Morgan, M.D.; 2nd Largest US Medical Association Calls for Rescheduling of Cannabis; Idaho: Pot Measures May Appear Again On City Ballot; Alison Holcomb of ACLU of Washington on new marijuana informercial featuring travel author Rick Steves. 23 Feb 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) B77D0A6A-B7EA-4AE7-BEB3-B55F320B804A The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. Drug Law Reform Community Mourns Passing of John Morgan, M.D.; 2nd Largest US Medical Association Calls for Rescheduling of Cannabis; Idaho: Pot Measures May Appear Again On City Ballot; Alison Holcomb of ACLU of Washington on new marijuana informercial featuring travel author Rick Steves. 20:15 no NORML Responds To Media Claim: "Pot As Addictive As Tobacco" -- Widely Reported Study Based Its Findings On Only 12 Subjects, Is Contradicted By The Institute Of Medicine; Vermont: Senate Backs Pot Decriminalization Proposal; NORML Announces Third Annual Aspen Legal Seminar; Paul Armentano on Media Claim: "Pot Causes Lung Cancer Like Tobacco" from New Zealand Study. 16 Feb 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6650 norml@norml.org (NORML) 19D4493A-E27C-4209-9D12-7A0A85ECAF0A The Weekly Press Release from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws in Washington, DC. NORML Responds To Media Claim: "Pot As Addictive As Tobacco" -- Widely Reported Study Based Its Findings On Only 12 Subjects, Is Contradicted By The Institute Of Medicine; Vermont: Senate Backs Pot Decriminalization Proposal; NORML Announces Third Annual Aspen Legal Seminar; Paul Armentano on Media Claim: "Pot Causes Lung Cancer Like Tobacco" from New Zealand Study. 14:42 no