A new study on Atlanta’s move to decriminalize marijuana concludes that, contrary to warnings from some critics, the policy change in fact led to a decrease in violent crime as police turned their attention to more urgent matters. The research looks at crime surrounding the city’s 2017 reduction of... Read more
“The people have a right under the initiative and the referendum process to weigh in on these issues.. We should respect the people.” By Clark Corbin, Idaho Capital Sun The Idaho Senate signed off on a proposed amendment to the Idaho Constitution on Tuesday that, if approved, would make... Read more
Nevada senators took up a joint resolution on Tuesday that calls on Congress to reschedule certain psychedelics, provide protections for individuals using the substances in compliance with state law and streamline research. As the Nevada legislature pushes forward with psychedelics reform, the Senate Legislative Operations and Elections Committee discussed... Read more
A majority of Americans believe regular alcohol consumption is more harmful than regular marijuana use, according to a new poll. Even so, more adults say they personally prefer drinking alcohol to consuming cannabis despite the health risks. The survey from YouGov asked a series of questions about the two... Read more
Nevada lawmakers have introduced a bill to create a psychedelics therapy pilot program that would provide a treatment alternative for patients with certain mental health conditions. The legislation from Assemblymember Max Carter (D) and 18 other cosponsors was filed on Monday, setting the stage to potentially build upon Nevada’s... Read more
