Is there some sanity on “the hill” or just seeking votes ?

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

Senators Challenge DEA to Explain Lack of Marijuana Medical Research http://www.eastbayexpress.com/LegalizationNation/archives/2015/07/21/senators-challenge-dea-to-explain-lack-of-marijuana-medical-research There has been a great deal of cannabis-related activity this past year in the halls of federal and state governments that promise significant changes to the laws and policies of the medical and recreational cannabis industries. The latest action in Washington, DC involves eight […]

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DEA continues to operate “off the tracks” ?

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

Inspector General report criticizes DEA informant policies and practices http://www.post-gazette.com/news/nation/2015/07/21/Inspector-General-report-criticizes-DEA-informant-policies-and-practices/stories/201507210157 The Drug Enforcement Administration does not adequately screen, monitor or control its confidential sources, allows them to deal narcotics without tight reviews, and improperly paid informants more than $1 million in federal workers’ compensation benefits over a recent year, according to a report issued today […]

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AgCenter part of initial bid to produce marijuana for medical purposes

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Pharmaciststeve

AgCenter part of initial bid to produce marijuana for medical purposes http://www.lsureveille.com/daily/agcenter-part-of-initial-bid-to-produce-marijuana-for-medical/article_823dcd62-2f45-11e5-9ea8-7f68745a5ddb.html The LSU and Southern University Agricultural Centers are first in line to potentially research and grow marijuana plants for medical use in Louisiana according to Act 261, signed into law June 29. Gov. Bobby Jindal approved the designated schools with the first right […]

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