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[NORML @NORML]

🌿 New research suggests CBD may help protect against "chemo brain" – one of the most common and frustrating side effects reported by cancer patients undergoing treatment.

Researchers found that CBD helped improve learning, memory, and executive function often impaired in cancer survivors.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/14stYRU41d

[Minnesota NORML @MinnNORML]

Minnesota #mnleg should also increase the amount of marijuana that adults can legally possess. Consumers will be able to buy more marijuana when they go to the store safe from criminal penalties.

And move all cannabis crimes out of Ch 152 over to Ch 342.

https://t.co/j7746yuYsU

[NORML @NORML]

📉 Since Colorado and Washington first legalized marijuana for adults in 2012, federal marijuana trafficking prosecutions have steadily declined.

And according to @TheUSSCgov, in 2025, federal marijuana trafficking prosecutions fell to a record low.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/5CRaIlqYCR

[NORML @NORML]

💊 Pain patients are looking for options that don't leave them dependent on prescription opioids.

Researchers say cannabis may be the solution.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/Z3zcITRCRI

[NORML @NORML]

🚨 Louisiana's governor is so mad about smelling weed at college football games that he made smoking or vaping it within 2,000 feet of a school punishable by a year in jail.

The new law comes as most Louisianans support legalizing cannabis for adults.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/evmSMWlqSb

[NORML @NORML]

🌿 State-qualified patients can finally access authorized medical cannabis products from licensed dispensaries.

For years, the program's rollout had been delayed because of litigation, with regulators at one point suspending the licensing process altogether.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/Z9G7y9k7cG

[NORML @NORML]

🌿 From higher possession limits and drive-through dispensaries to telehealth recommendations and expanded expungements, Illinois lawmakers just approved one of the broadest cannabis policy updates since the state legalized.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/3RHdBozhwU

[Marijuana Policy Project @MarijuanaPolicy]

This bill will alleviate the travel burden for many Iowans who do not live near the five dispensaries currently licensed.
https://t.co/7LPA0fDI9j

[NORML @NORML]

😴💨 More Americans are swapping out pills and over-the-counter sleep products for cannabis.

According to newly released CDC findings, many adults now say marijuana and CBD products have become part of their regular nighttime ritual for falling asleep and staying asleep.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/CwpqMLmG29

[NORML @NORML]

🌿 Kentucky just significantly expanded access to its medical cannabis program.

Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear signed an executive order this week authorizing the physician-recommended additions.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/AaeBctlT34

[NORML @NORML]

😚💨 Cannabis use for arthritis pain is becoming increasingly mainstream.

A new survey finds nearly 1 in 6 arthritis patients are using cannabis to find relief from pain, stiffness, and inflammation.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/ETSAh90Snz

[Hirsh Jain @anandastrategy]

In May, MN did a record $28M in sales.

MN market has nearly doubled since the first full month of AU sales ($16M in Oct 2025).

At maturity, MN should do $125M+ in monthly sales - similar to MO (same population).

Still a long way to go.

https://t.co/OkAx1uPPYF

[Hirsh Jain @anandastrategy]

Yesterday, Iowa Gov Kim Reynolds quietly signed HF 990 - doubling the number of medical dispensaries in the state & allowing out-of-state access.

@IAGovernor

(pretty notable given how anti-cannabis Gov Reynolds has historically been)

https://t.co/jgLemUdNBb

[NORML @NORML]

🌿 In the era of weight loss drug hype, cannabis is stepping into the spotlight.

New research finds cannabis extracts are associated with reduced obesity and healthier blood sugar levels.

Could cannabinoids be the next big disruptor in weight management?

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/fuOSJD4Mwr

[NORML @NORML]

🌿 Vermont lawmakers just voted to double the amount of marijuana adults can legally possess. The bill is now awaiting action by Governor Phil Scott.

Given the governor's historically tepid support for legalization, it remains to be seen whether he will sign the measure into law.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/LPuGtpXIzm

[Marc Landers @marclanders]

Cannabis users had significantly higher testosterone than non-users!

This might be beneficial to men as they age and lose testosterone.

Regular cannabis use appears to raise certain key male sex hormones (including testosterone) and changes how the body processes progesterone.

https://t.co/cbJ7nNFkxR

[Minnesota NORML @MinnNORML]

Excellent sitrep from Hirsh Jain on the challenges and virtues of Minnesota's slow rollout of AU cannabis.

[Hirsh Jain @anandastrategy]

https://t.co/9cNoTuqsw3

[Hirsh Jain @anandastrategy]

https://t.co/9cNoTuqsw3

[Marc Landers @marclanders]

CBD significantly improved symptoms in kids & teens with autism!

Irritability/tantrums: 60% improved
Social difficulties: 50% improved
Anxiety: 40% improved
Repetitive/restricted behaviors: 25% improved

https://t.co/lWf2b5LlMF

[Marijuana Policy Project @MarijuanaPolicy]

The Illinois House and Senate have passed SB 3222, which would make several changes to Illinois’ cannabis and hemp laws, including doubling cannabis possession limits. The bill now heads to Gov. J.B. Pritzker for his consideration.
https://t.co/5LD45ZPOQS