New Jersey Moves Toward Marijuana Legalization

The state of New Jersey could soon become the tenth state to legalize marijuana for recreational use, further nullifying federal cannabis prohibition in effect. New Jersey cannabis reform advocates began 2018 with high hopes. Newly elected Governor Murphy pledged to legalize the recreational use of marijuana within his first 100 days. Several pieces of legislation…

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Interview: Back to the Basics on the Tenth Amendment and Nullification

Last week, I appeared on the Sean Burke Show which airs on  WSMN 1590 in New Hampshire. The interview was something of a back to the basics discussion on the Tenth Amendment and nullification. We talked about the purpose of the Tenth Amendment and why it was included in the Bill of Rights in the first place,…

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Signed by the Governor: Delaware Laws Expand Marijuana Program Despite Federal Prohibition

DOVER, Del. (Sept. 5, 2018) – Last week, Deleware Gov. John Carney signed a bill expanding the state’s medical marijuana program and a bill creating a process to expunge the sentences of people charged under the state’s marijuana laws prior to decriminalization. These two laws take further steps toward nullifying federal marijuana prohibition in effect in Delaware.…

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To the Governor: California Passes Bill to Help Expand Hemp Market Despite Federal Prohibition

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Sept. 4, 2018) –  Last week, the California Assembly and Senate gave final approval to a bill that would loosen some regulations on hemp seed and cultivation. Enactment of this bill would pave the way for faster development of the state’s hemp market, and further nullify federal prohibition in practice and effect. Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa…

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Now in Effect: Colorado Law Expands Asset Forfeiture Reforms

DENVER, Colo. (Sept. 1, 2018) – Today, a new Colorado law went into effect expanding asset forfeiture reporting requirements instituted last year.  Rep. Leslie Herod (D-Denver) sponsored House Bill 1020 (HB1020) on Jan. 10. The legislation expands asset forfeiture reporting requirements by redefining the agencies required to submit reports. Last year, Hickenlooper signed a bill into…

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TSA expanding to transit in major cities, Plus Ignorant Comments: Good Morning Liberty 08-31-18

Michael Boldin discusses the unconstitutional TSA working with cities to install body scanners at public transit stations, and response to it from ACLU that's both weak and awesome. Plus ignorant comments of the week! This time on federal enforcement of ... everything.

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