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Rohrabacher–Blumenauer Amendment included in omnibus FY 2018 spending bill

March 28, 2018
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On March 23, 2018, the federal omnibus spending bill was signed into law, which included an updated version of the Rohrabacher-Blumenauer Amendment prohibiting the use of DOJ funds for Controlled Substances Act enforcement in states with a medical cannabis program. READ MORE

Big month ahead for federal cannabis policy in Congress

February 6, 2018
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The clock is ticking on stopgap legislation shielding the medical cannabis industry from potential federal intervention. With protections under the Rohrabacher-Blumenauer amendment set to expire on Feb. 9, our Lobbying & Policy Practice breaks down what's in store for federal cannabis policy before Congress in the coming weeks. READ MORE

AG's latest remarks signal no outright campaign against cannabis yet

March 20, 2017
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U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions continues to tune his stance on legalized medical and recreational marijuana in public comments. His latest proclamation in mid-March gives hope to the industry on medical use while leaving recreational use susceptible to a crackdown. READ MORE

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