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Texans overwhelmingly support marijuana for medical use. Will such ‘compassionate use’ be expanded this session?
Posted on · We discuss the status of proposed bills related to marijuana use in Texas.
Tag: legalization
Bauer Business Focus
Rice University Report Makes Case For Decriminalizing Marijuana Possession In Texas
Posted on · A report by the Baker Institute for Public Policy says taxpayers would benefit.
Houston Matters
Supreme Court Ruling Is A Big Win For Sports Gamblers — Unless You’re In Texas
Posted on · Experts say there’s still a long way to go before legalized sports betting in the Lone Star State is a reality, but could the High Court’s decision have other implications here?
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In Reliably Red Texas, Cannabis Entrepreneurs Hope For Green
Posted on · Along with the typical challenges of any business, companies that work in the cannabis industry in Texas must navigate conflicting state and federal laws, risk backlash from banks and state agencies, and overcome the stigma of selling a product that some consider dangerous or taboo.
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In Mexico, Is Legalized Pot Just A Pipe Dream?
Posted on · The Mexican tourism secretary said travel destinations like Cancún and Baja California Sur should legalize marijuana.
In 59 Seconds
In 59 Seconds: Why is it so difficult to get an immigration deal?
Posted on · DACA, the wall, dreamers, citizenship vs. legalization... All pieces of a hard-to-assemble puzzle. But that's what we are here for.
Politics
Harris County District Attorney Defends New Marijuana Policy
Posted on · Starting in March there will be a major shift in the way Harris County handles low-level marijuana cases. The district attorney says too much money is being spent to go after the wrong offenders.
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Harris County District Attorney: New Diversion Program For Minor Marijuana Cases
Posted on · It has the support of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
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Rethinking Marijuana Possession Penalties and Transitional Artifacts: Houston Matters for Friday, August 8, 2014
Posted on · A 2013 study by the American Civil Liberties Union reported Harris County had one of the highest rates of marijuana arrests in 2010. Nearly 12,000 people in Harris County were busted for pot possession. Getting caught with even a little bit of marijuana in Texas is going to cost you. Possessing two ounces or less […]