Marijuana legalization – Page 10 – The Portland Press Herald

Our View: Defeat of pot regulations reflects badly on Augusta

by The Editorial Board November 8, 2017November 7, 2017

Legislators would rather cater to their base or party leadership than enact the will of Maine voters.

by MICHAEL R. BLOOD Associated Press November 7, 2017November 30, 2017

Legal weed in the state is expected to grow to $7 billion, but banks won’t deal with the funds.

by Scott Gagnon and Kevin Sabet Special to the Press Herald November 6, 2017November 6, 2017

The measure ignores threats to public health and safety posed by commercial pot sales.

In his veto letter Friday, the governor said the bill conflicts with federal law, among other concerns.

Some say the bill crafted by lawmakers avoids a ‘wild, wild West,’ while others say what voters approved is best.

by Associated Press October 24, 2017November 30, 2017

It follows Chile and Columbia, which previously approved the use of medical pot.

by Associated Press October 24, 2017November 30, 2017

A new, more liberal prime minister takes office this week and brings with her an openness to legal cannabis.

One bill launches the regulatory market, setting specific tax rates, license tiers and rules, while the other postpones licensing until January 2019.

Questions and answers on Maine pot legislation.

by Teresa Pierce Special to the Press Herald October 21, 2017October 20, 2017

Failure to support the proposal will allow flawed aspects of the original referendum to take effect, says Falmouth Rep. Teresa Pierce.