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Learn about legal weed in Washington D.C. from a historical perspective including the history of the DC medical marijuana program, DC Initiative 71 cannabis "gifting" policy, and instructions on how to get weed in the District currently - all written by a long time D.C. resident and cannabis connoisseur. The History of LEGAL weed in DC LEARN MORE History A STRUGGLE from Medical to "Rec." Over the years, there have been many resources online designed to help those tokers who are not familiar with the District figure out how to get weed in Washington, D.C. This originated with Craigslist and other web or dark-web resources before the legalization of cannabis in any form. Many people also used to resort to the nightlife-oriented club scene where flyers from shadowy figures in parking lots provided numbers for 24-hour weed delivery services. But, could any of these black market alternatives really be trusted? It was a little like rolling the dice every time, and those who wished to medicate with cannabis were left to navigate the best underground networks they could find and hope they were headed in the right direction. In 1998, there was a surge of hope as DC voters sought to legalize medical cannabis by approving Ballot Initiative 59. However, this hope was tempered when Congress passed the Barr Amendment preventing the District's use of funds to implement and support the medical cannabis program. It wasn't until 2009, when the amendment was overturned, that the program was truly able to move forward. By 2011 legalization formalized, allowing dispensaries and cultivation centers to operate following an arduous permitting process. At last, in 2013, the first marijuana dispensary sale to a patient occurred, some 15 years after initial approval of Initiative 59 🤦♂️. Yet, the DC medicinal laws were extremely stringent, stifling the potential revenue and growth of dispensaries and leaving out many with ailments who would benefit. These individuals were still forced to turn to alternative, black-market sources. Thankfully, in 2014 the DC Council voted to decriminalize marijuana possession altogether - an effort which some in Congress still attempted to block. After a relentless push and with momentum on their side, voters overwhelmingly approved ballot Initiative 71 o n November 4, 2014, which finally legalized the recreational use of cannabis in Washington, D.C.! Approved by nearly 65% of voters, the measure went into full effect on February 26, 2015 and allowed DC persons over the age of 21 to possess up to two ounces of marijuana, grow up to three mature and three immature marijuana plants in their homes, and transfer up to one ounce of marijuana to another individual. Drug paraphernalia, such as bongs, were also legalized. However the sale, purchase, and public consumption of marijuana remains illegal in DC to this day. Additionally, US Federal law continues to be in opposition of DC's legalization efforts. With the advent of Initiative 71, DC residents began getting creative about the ways they could legally transfer marijuana to other individuals. Soon services popped up that offered various items (baked goods, candy, action figures, etc.) for sale, which came with a gift of cannabis. After passing some brief tests with law enforcement, these services caught on. In no time, there were dozens of services and even daily events with cannabis fans gathering en masse to tour exhibits of local I-71 services' offerings. The scene was vibrant and rapidly evolving with new entrants to the market everyday. While the gifting cannabis scene in DC was gaining steam, there was still a multitude of people both within DC and in neighboring states who wanted to get their hands on these new, legal cannabis gifts. Yet, many found the laws extremely confusing and others would spend hours online trying to find reputable services, only to be ripped off by an Instagram spoofer. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. It was during this time that some cannabis directories and resources began to appear in order to help solve the problem of how to find weed in DC (without getting ripped off). Some of these resources turned out to be fairly valuable, but not without controversy (see Gentleman Toker) and certainly not with any consistency. In fact, it was within this conceptual framework that Toker's Guide was born - helping D.C. connoisseurs find the best weed and avoid the common pitfalls others have experienced while undertaking said mission. By showing people what we, as connoisseurs, seek out and consume, and what services we frequent, we aimed to be a helping hand in the cannabis community whether you were a medical patient frequenting medical dispensaries or heading to the nearest "gifting" establishment. While many people thought of the cannabis "gifting" businesses that proliferated around town as "recreational", this was not the case and there were still significant barriers in the way of recreational cannabis coming to pass. In fact, the reason we didn't have true recreational marijuana in DC then - and still do not now - is because, as a District and not a state, Congress holds power over the budget. Therefore, for many years now, a rider named for a Maryland congressman (the Harris rider) has prevented the DC Council from enacting recreational cannabis. Of course, this runs contrary to the will of the population who strongly favor a recreational option. In light of their inability to enact recreational cannabis regulation, the DC Council instead passed the DC Medical Marijuana Expansion Bill that was signed into law in March of 2023. This bill, its amendments, and the policy change toward a less restrictive medical cannabis regulatory stance opened up the ability for an uncapped amount of medical dispensaries with a lower bar for licensure. The bill caused a significant shakeup in the marketplace as a whole. The gifting shops began to band together and approach the Council with more fervor around a pathway for them to become medical and remain in business. The Council then crafted a process and timeline for the existing"legacy" businesses to transition. As a result many i-71 gifting shops applied to become licensed medical cannabis dispensaries and have been approved or conditionally approved. Simultaneously, the DC Council also made it much easier for residents and visitors to obtain a medical card by allowing self certification and on-site registration for "patients". This would have helped foster much more demand for medical cannabis in the District, however, the timing coincided with the rollout of Maryland Adult-Use Recreational cannabis and, thus, revenue growth was lackluster at best. In 2024 the remaining unlicensed gifting businesses in Washington DC began being scrutinized for not converting to medical dispensaries with many of them having their products seized and their doors padlocked by Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABC). There was also much commotion about how the gifting stores should be considered illegal and how their products may be contaminated. Even the ones who were committed to the highest quality and had begun the process of transitioning to medical dispensaries were caught in the crosshairs of the crackdown effort. While the seemingly simple conversion from gifting to medical was the DC Council's way of appeasing the many businesses who had setup under the premise of Initiative 71, the process proved lengthy and challenging with many businesses being left out or shut out. Today there are far less cannabis businesses strewn throughout town, but the majority of the ones that are left are legit and higher quality. In the future, maybe we'll finally be fortunate enough to have recreational marijuana, but for now things are actually pretty good for the cannabis consumer in the District. We've got medical marijuana that's easy to obtain with self-certification and on-site registration for residents and nonresidents alike. There's also reciprocity for medical programs from all other states. Even if you've never set foot in a DC dispensary before, you can reasonably be in-and-out with medical registration in about 20 minutes. Additionally, there are many newly licensed dispensaries popping up, many of whom have converted from "gifting" operations, along with longstanding medical dispensaries. Across all of them the quality is similar to what you might find on the West coast and the customer service levels are like what you might expect in more luxurious industries. With all of the great retail-like settings and speedy delivery options, I feel like there's never been a better time to be a cannabis enthusiast living in DC or traveling to it. Of course, we're here to show you the way to the Best DC Dispensaries and their Top Products , all so you can have the best experience possible, every time.

Oklahoma physicians will soon need training before recommending medical cannabis due to a new law. The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) will create training with medical organizations. Gov. Stitt vetoed a bill for a task force on cannabis limits, criticizing it as bureaucratic. < Back Oklahoma Gov. Signs Bill to Create Medical Cannabis Training Program for Physicians May 15, 2025 TG Branfalt Ganjapreneur Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Physicians in Oklahoma will soon have to undergo training before recommending medical cannabis to patients, under a bill signed Monday by Gov. Kevin Stitt (R). Previously, the state’s rules only required physicians to be in good standing with their professional boards and consider “accepted standards a reasonable and prudent physician would follow” before making a patient recommendation for medical cannabis use. Under the new law, the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) will collaborate with medical professional organizations to create initial training requirements and periodic refresher training programs for physicians who recommend patients to the state’s medical cannabis program. Stitt also vetoed a bill that would have required OMMA’s Executive Advisory Council to create a task force to research and provide recommendations on potential purchase and possession limits for medical cannabis patients. In his veto message, Stitt said such a task force would be akin to “holding a meeting to schedule a meeting about meetings.” “Creating yet another advisory group is bureaucracy dressed up as productivity. We don’t need more panels, roundtables, or reports that end up collecting dust,” Stitt wrote in his veto message. “We need action, leadership, and real solutions.” < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

Ohio’s legal marijuana sales, with recreational sales surpassing $836 million and medical sales exceeding $233 million in 2025, topped $1 billion for the year; however, Governor DeWine signed Senate Bill 56, which reduces THC limits, bans out-of-state marijuana, removes discrimination protections, and is now facing a referendum effort to stop its implementation in March. < Back Ohio Dispensaries Sold More Than $1 Billion Worth Of Legal Marijuana In 2025 Jan 8, 2026 Marijuana Moment Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *Retailers sold more than $836 million in recreational cannabis products last year, while medical marijuana sales exceeded $233 million.* *By Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal* Ohio’s recreational marijuana sales surpassed more than $836 million in 2025, the first full year recreational sales were legal. Recreational sales started in August 2024 and the state’s total recreational marijuana sales were $1,091,250,807, as of January 3, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control. Ohioans voted to legalize marijuana in 2023 and recreational sales totaled more than $242 million in 2024. Ohio’s medical marijuana sales started January 14, 2019, and the state’s total medical marijuana sales were $2,293,970,758, as of January 3, according to the Division of Cannabis Control. Medical marijuana sales brought in more than $233 million in 2025. Ohio’s average marijuana prices are a bit lower now than they were compared to last year at this time. The manufactured sales average was $23.83 for the week ending in Jan. 3 compared to $26.66 for the week ending of January 4, 2025, according to the Division of Cannabis Control. There are 190 dual-use marijuana dispensaries in Ohio, meaning they can sell medical and non-medical marijuana, according to the Division of Cannabis Control. More than 130 Ohio municipalities and townships have moratoriums in place banning the sale of adult-use cannabis as of December 2, according to Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law. *Senate Bill 56* Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed a bill into law last month that made various changes to the state’s voter-passed marijuana law, including adding crimes such as making it illegal to bring legally purchased marijuana from another state back to Ohio. DeWine signed Ohio Senate Bill 56, which is set to take effect in March. The bill also bans intoxicating hemp products. On the marijuana side, it will reduce the THC levels in adult-use marijuana extracts from a maximum of 90 percent down to a maximum of 70 percent, cap THC levels in adult-use flower to 35 percent, and prohibit smoking in most public places. The bill gets rid of protections against discrimination for housing, employment, and organ donation. It also allows police to have probable cause during traffic stops if someone is a known user of marijuana. The bill prohibits possessing marijuana in anything outside of its original packaging and criminalizes bringing legal marijuana from another state back to Ohio. It also requires drivers to store marijuana in the trunk of their car while driving. Ohioans for Cannabis Choice recently launched a referendum effort in an attempt to stop the law from taking effect. The initial signatures were submitted so now Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R) must verify the signatures and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost (R) will also have to certify the petition summary is fair and truthful. If the petition passes those hurdles, organizers can begin canvassing to collect signatures. They’ll need 6 percent of the total number of votes cast in the most recent gubernatorial election (248,092). The group will also need 3 percent of an individual county’s gubernatorial turnout in 44 of Ohio’s 88 counties. Organizers will have 90 days from the date the governor filed the law with the secretary to collect the required signatures. The last referendum that passed in Ohio was when voters overturned an anti-collective bargaining law in 2011. *This story was first published by Ohio Capital Journal.* The post Ohio Dispensaries Sold More Than $1 Billion Worth Of Legal Marijuana In 2025 appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

The article discusses how Republican lawmakers are increasingly attempting to overturn or undermine voter-approved marijuana legalization and decriminalization laws in various states like Nebraska, Texas, Florida, Ohio, Montana, and South Dakota. The author, Paul Armentano of NORML, argues that these actions are undemocratic and show a disregard for the will of the voters. < Back Why Do Republican Lawmakers Keep Trying To Overturn Marijuana Laws Approved By Voters? (Op-Ed) Jul 21, 2025 Marijuana Moment Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *“Whether or not one personally supports cannabis legalization, these undemocratic tactics ought to be a cause of deep concern.”* *By Paul Armentano, NORML* Elections have consequences. Or so we’re told. But when it comes to respecting the outcomes of marijuana-related votes, Republican lawmakers are increasingly saying, “Not so fast.” A case in point: Following Nebraskans’ decision to legalize medical cannabis access this past fall, Republican state Attorney General Mike Hilgers urged lawmakers to ignore the voter-approved law. Months later, a regulatory commission appointed by Republican Gov. Jim Pillen enacted “emergency rules” largely gutting the nascent program, despite over two-thirds of Nebraskans having voted for it. Nebraska’s situation is hardly unique. In Texas, Republican AG Ken Paxton single-handedly pushed litigation striking down voter-approved marijuana depenalization ordinances in Austin, Dallas, San Marcos and other cities. All of the ordinances, which sought to limit local police from making low-level marijuana possession arrests, had been overwhelmingly approved by municipal voters. In Florida, Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation this spring that makes it harder for advocates to place policy questions on the ballot. He did so after last year’s marijuana legalization initiative gained 56 percent of the vote, just shy of the state’s mandatory 60 percent threshold. Lawmakers in the Republican-dominated legislature further turned their backs on voters by rejecting numerous pieces of cannabis reform legislation this spring. In fact, the only marijuana-related bill approved by Florida lawmakers this year was legislation denying medical cannabis access to those with certain marijuana or other drug-related convictions on their record. In Ohio, GOP leaders have spent the better part of the past two years seeking to repeal elements of the state’s 2023 voter-approved adult-use legalization law. These efforts include bills to recriminalize marijuana possession, rescind adults’ home cultivation rights and arbitrarily cap the total number of cannabis retail outlets permitted statewide. Thus far, none of this legislation has been successful, but at least two separate roll-back bills remain pending and are anticipated to be revisited by lawmakers this fall. (Separately, Republican Gov. Mike DeWine sought to double the special sales tax on cannabis products. While that effort also failed, lawmakers did approve a budget bill restructuring the way cannabis-related taxes are spent.) Similarly, Montana lawmakers this session sought to stymie its voter-approved legalization law by calling for the creation of a state surveillance system to monitor adults’ retail marijuana purchases. (It failed.) Another bill sought to recriminalize any cannabis product containing more than 15 percent THC. (It also failed.) In South Dakota, a Republican-led effort to repeal the state’s 2020 voter-approved medical cannabis access law failed by a single vote. In some cases, Republican lawmakers have spearheaded efforts to nullify marijuana-related election outcomes altogether, most notably in Mississippi (by repealing a voter-approved medical marijuana measure in 2020) and in South Dakota (by striking down a voter-approved adult-use legalization initiative that same year). Whether or not one personally supports cannabis legalization, these undemocratic tactics ought to be a cause of deep concern. In a healthy and functioning democracy, those with competing visions on public policy vie for voters’ support and abide by their decisions. They don’t cast them aside simply because they’re sore losers. Unfortunately, it’s becoming increasingly clear that many lawmakers, and Republican lawmakers in particular, would rather cancel their voters than abide by the will of the people and move forward with smart and sensible cannabis policies. *Paul Armentano is the Deputy Director of **NORML**.* *Photo courtesy of Philip Steffan.* The post Why Do Republican Lawmakers Keep Trying To Overturn Marijuana Laws Approved By Voters? (Op-Ed) appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... 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An Alaska campaign for the Alaska Natural Medicine Act, which seeks to legalize certain psychedelics like psilocybin and DMT, failed to collect the required signatures to qualify for the 2026 ballot, but they are shifting their focus to the 2028 election cycle. The campaign collected over 10,000 signatures, which will carry over toward the roughly 35,000 needed, emphasizing that the proposal—which includes establishing a licensed industry and non-commercial use—has growing support in the state. < Back Alaska Psychedelics Campaign Ends Push To Put Legalization On 2026 Ballot, Shifting Focus To 2028 Dec 12, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link An Alaska campaign says it failed to collect enough signatures to put an initiative to legalize certain psychedelics such as psilocybin and DMT on the state’s 2026 ballot—but activists are emphasizing that the “work is far from over” as they shift focus to placing the reform measure before voters in 2028. About three months after state officials cleared Natural Medicine Alaska to collect signatures for the initiative, the campaign announced on Wednesday that, “despite months of tireless work,” they were “unable to gather enough signatures to place the Alaska Natural Medicine Act on the 2026 ballot.” “Throughout this effort, we submitted initial signatures, mobilized volunteers across Anchorage, the Valley, the Kenai Peninsula, Haines, Juneau, and communities statewide, and built strong grassroots momentum,” it said. “Even with these tremendous efforts, we have determined that we will not reach the full signature threshold to qualify the Alaska Natural Medicine Act for the 2026 ballot.” A spokesperson for the campaign told Marijuana Moment on Wednesday that organizers collected more than 10,000 signatures during the relatively short window to qualify the initiative for next year. But they won’t have to start over again to make the ballot in 2028, as those petitions will still be good toward the roughly 35,000 needed to qualify. “We are profoundly grateful to everyone who gathered signatures, donated, volunteered, or helped spread the word,” the campaign said. “Your dedication and passion have meant more than we can express. And we want to be clear: we are not giving up. Alaskans deserve safe, legal access to natural medicines for therapeutic and traditional use, and the freedom to make choices about their health with dignity, safety, and respect. Therefore, we are formally announcing that we are shifting focus to the 2028 ballot cycle.” “While we won’t appear on the 2026 ballot, we remain fully on track for 2028, and we will continue moving forward with determination, focus, and the support of our community,” Natural Medicine Alaska said. “This movement is gaining momentum every day. In fact, over 65 percent of Alaskans support this initiative–and that number continues to grow.” An earlier policy outline from the campaign explained that the proposal is “building off of” Colorado’s voter-approved 2022 Natural Medicine Health Act, under which facilitators recently administered the state’s first legal dose of psilocybin. In addition to establishing a licensed psychedelics industry in the state, the Alaska measure would legalize non-commercial use, cultivation and sharing of DMT, non-peyote mescaline, psilocybin and psilocin among adults 21 and older under a so-called “grow, gather, gift” model popular among psychedelic reform proponents. The measure “shifts away from a restrictive healing center model, allowing individual practitioners to provide [natural medicine] in their offices and at-home facilitation, increasing accessibility in rural communities” that are common in Alaska, the organizers’ policy outline said. Cultivation would need to take place in a space no larger that 12 feet by 12 feet and remain out of public view, and growers would be required to take reasonable steps to prevent access by minors. Transfers of psychedelics between adults, meanwhile, would need to occur without any form of payment. Public consumption of the substances would be forbidden, subject to a civil fine of up to $100. On the commercial side, Alaska would license healing centers—where certified facilitators would supervise psychedelic administration—as well as testing labs, cultivation facilities, product manufacturers, handlers and other related businesses. Traditional healers would also be protected under the proposed initiative for “ceremonial, spiritual, or cultural use of plant medicines” through legal exemptions to state drug laws. They would not need to hold a state license, the proposal said, “but must be certified or credentialed as a traditional practitioner.” The system would be overseen by a Natural Medicine Control Board a “regulatory and quasi-judicial agency” that would be housed within the Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development. It would include members from the public safety and public health sectors, as well as someone from a rural area, a representative of the natural medicine industry, an Alaska Native traditional healer, a professional practitioner of psychedelic-assisted therapy and someone either from the general public or the natural medicine industry. A separate Natural Medicine Advisory Committee consisting of 15 members would make recommendations around the program. That body would include mental heath professionals, natural medicine therapists or researchers, tribal representatives, a physician, a military veteran, a first responder, healthcare experts and others. As for traditional use, the measure would also create a Traditional Use Council to develop best practices and educational materials around Indigenous-based psychedelic use and harm reduction principles. That would include a separate credentialing or certification process that “may include consideration of lineage, apprenticeship, community recognition, and cultural practice, rather than formal clinical or academic training.” *— Marijuana Moment is tracking hundreds of cannabis, psychedelics and drug policy bills in state legislatures and Congress this year. Patreon supporters pledging at least $25/month get access to our interactive maps, charts and hearing calendar so they don’t miss any developments.* *Learn more about our marijuana bill tracker and become a supporter on Patreon to get access. —* A poll last year found that nearly half (49.4 percent) of Alaska adults would support a ballot measure to more broadly remove criminal penalties for using substances such as psilocybin mushrooms. That support rose markedly—to nearly two thirds (65 percent)—when participants were told that Alaska has high rates of mental illnesses that could potentially be treated with psychedelics. Last year, Alaska lawmakers passed legislation to create a state task force to study how to license and regulate psychedelic-assisted therapy. The measure took effect without the signature of Gov. Mike Dunleavy (R). So far two other states have facilitated psychedelics programs that are fully operational. Oregon voters legalized therapeutic psilocybin in 2020, and Colorado’s program was passed at the ballot box in 2022, with the state’s governor signing legislation a year later to create the regulatory framework for the program. Separately in Alaska, a federal judge ruled in June that state officials did not violate the constitution when restricting intoxicating hemp products in 2023. *Photo elements courtesy of carlosemmaskype and Apollo.* The post Alaska Psychedelics Campaign Ends Push To Put Legalization On 2026 Ballot, Shifting Focus To 2028 appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... 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Takoma Wellness WEBSITE MENU REVIEWS 6925 Blair Road Northwest, Washington, DC, USA About OVERALL 4.8 average rating is 4.8 out of 5 EXPERIENCE 4.7 average rating is 4.7 out of 5 QUALITY 4.7 average rating is 4.7 out of 5 SERVICE 4.9 average rating is 4.9 out of 5 SELECTION 4.8 average rating is 4.8 out of 5 PRICES 4.8 average rating is 4.8 out of 5 Takoma Wellness on Blair Road NW stands as a pioneer in DC’s cannabis scene since 2013. The dispensary offers a wide range of medical cannabis products in a serene setting. It’s known for its commitment to patient care and education. The staff provides expert guidance, earning high praise from the community. A cornerstone for cannabis users. Recent Reviews Check back soon Once posts are published, you’ll see them here. Trending Nearby Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... Platinum TK - Green Theory Dispensary Platinum TK is an indica-dominant hybrid from the skilled cultivators at Alt Sol that offers a robust and relaxing experience. Currently... Gelato Cake by District Cannabis - Monko DC Gelato Cake has come to be, for all intents and purposes, the flagship strain of local cultivator District Cannabis. It's an indica-domin... 1 2 3 4 5 best weed in DC (1,159) 1,159 posts DC flower (1,084) 1,084 posts DC I-71 (1,029) 1,029 posts terps (996) 996 posts DC Storefront (670) 670 posts heavy trichomes (660) 660 posts Indica Heavy Hybrid (611) 611 posts DC weed delivery (534) 534 posts starry trichomes (509) 509 posts Indica (475) 475 posts 50/50 Hybrid (421) 421 posts Sativa Dominant Hybrid (252) 252 posts Sativa (211) 211 posts Gelato (154) 154 posts DC Medical Marijuana (146) 146 posts Medical Marijuana (138) 138 posts Maryland Medical Marijuana (112) 112 posts Maryland Flower (104) 104 posts Runtz (101) 101 posts Elevated Lounge (95) 95 posts GSC (91) 91 posts alternative solutions (84) 84 posts Takoma Wellness Center (80) 80 posts The Gift Givers (78) 78 posts Maryland Recreational (75) 75 posts concentrate (74) 74 posts best weed in Maryland (74) 74 posts edibles (69) 69 posts Zkittles (69) 69 posts Alt Sol (59) 59 posts

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Mike Tyson and Celebrity Coalition Urge Trump to Fix Biden’s Cannabis Promise < Back Mike Tyson and Celebrity Coalition Urge Trump... Jun 30, 2025 Staff Mary Jane Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Boxing icon Mike Tyson, alongside athletes and entertainers, is pressing Donald Trump to step in on cannabis reform after Joe Biden failed to deliver. *From ring to reform rampage* Mike Tyson appeared on *Fox & Friends* representing a coalition of athletes and entertainers, including Kevin Durant, Dez Bryant, Allen Iverson, Antonio Brown, Roy Jones Jr., Ricky Williams, Lil Pump, and Adin Ross, to call for sweeping federal marijuana policy changes. *Biden’s broken promise* Tyson and the group criticized President Biden for not acting on his 2020 pledge to remedy marijuana-related injustices—highlighting his refusal to commute clemency requests and leaving thousands incarcerated for offenses legalized in many states. *Key reform goals on the table* The coalition is urging Trump to champion three goals: reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, grant clemency to those jailed for nonviolent cannabis offenses, and open federal banking access for legal cannabis businesses—currently shut out post–Operation Choke Point. *Personal stakes and public impact* Tyson emphasized cannabis has been transformative for him, stabilizing his life. The group notes the legal cannabis industry now employs 450,000 people and generates over $35 billion annually, yet still faces federal restrictions and a “ridiculous” Schedule I label comparing it to heroin. *A new front in political crossfire* This coalition is urging a conservative pivot to Trump-era reforms, framing cannabis legalization as a matter of justice, economic freedom, and national competitiveness. With federal change stalled under Biden, they’re positioning Trump as the catalyst this fall. The post Mike Tyson and Celebrity Coalition Urge Trump to Fix Biden’s Cannabis Promise appeared first on Merry Jane. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

A new study suggests that bong water does not significantly filter compounds from marijuana smoke, challenging the long-held belief that bongs offer a cleaner consumption experience than joints. Researchers found similar chemical compositions in smoke from both methods, though their methods couldn't capture larger particles or metals. The study also highlighted the prevalence of β-cis-Caryophyllene, a compound with potential health benefits, and emphasized the need for standardized tools in cannabis research. The paper was withdrawn due to a "conflicting bureaucracy issue" and has not been peer-reviewed. The article also touches on past legal issues in Minnesota regarding bong water being considered a drug. < Back Smoking Marijuana With A Water Bong Doesn’t Effectively Filter Compounds From Smoke, Study Suggests Sep 12, 2025 Aaron Houston Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link For decades, marijuana consumers have debated whether using a bong, where smoke is pulled through water before inhalation, is any safer than inhaling smoke from a joint. Conventional wisdom has long held that water filtration makes for a cleaner, less harmful consumption experience. But a new study, by authors affiliated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison and in Thailand, concludes that “bong water does not seem to significantly filter out any compound from the smoke.” For the study, researchers analyzed the chemical makeup of smoke from three popular cannabis strains—Bubble Gum, Silver Haze and Hang Over OG—when consumed through both joints and bongs. Using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), a highly sensitive apparatus that identifies chemical compounds by their molecular weight, they looked for differences in the final combusted smoke. The results for both consumption methods were nearly identical. Bong water didn’t completely remove any of the detected compounds in the range the instrument could measure. The study found no compounds that appeared only in joint smoke and not in bong smoke, suggesting the water did not fully capture any components within the tested size range. Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry “results from both the bong and joint smoke show similar smoke composition. No compounds between 5 to 350 g/mol were completely filtered by the bong water.” The researchers note in the paper, published as a pre-print on bioRxiv, that their methods couldn’t capture larger particles, aerosols or metals—in other words, things that water might catch. Still, the findings cast doubt on the idea that a bong meaningfully reduces exposure to harmful chemicals. “Although the effectiveness of the filtration of the bong is not clear, this study sheds light on the chemical composition of cannabis smoke,” they concluded. The study also shows promise for compounds detected in higher concentrations. They note that the prevalence of β-cis-Caryophyllene, which was consistently present in the highest quantities, suggests “possible physiological importance despite limited research compared to THC and CBD.” They added that the compound “has a potential anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic and local anesthetic activity.” The researchers argue that one of the biggest obstacles in cannabis science is the lack of standardized tools to measure what’s actually in smoke. Tobacco research, by contrast, relies on decades of standardized methods that make it possible to compare cigarettes across brands and countries. “Establishing standardized analytical approaches could support more accurate assessments of cannabis quality, health risks, and therapeutic potential, while enabling comparisons across strains, cultivation methods, and global research efforts,” they wrote. The authors caution about the methodological constraints, including sample size and smoke loss during collection. The Agilent GC-MS was limited in its ability to “detect larger particles, aerosols, and metal ions, restricted definitive conclusions regarding bong filtration effectiveness. However, the findings highlight that cannabis smoke contains a reproducible profile of compounds, both harmful and potentially beneficial,” they wrote. The researchers stress that more standardized methods—such as better ways of measuring larger aerosols and analyzing the bong water itself—will be needed to draw firmer conclusions. The study has not been peer reviewed. Additionally, the authors recently withdrew the paper “because there may be a conflicting bureaucracy issue due to the location this research was performed,” an update on the bioRxiv website says. Bong water became a topic of policy interest in the U.S. when the Minnesota Supreme Court ruled in 2009 that it could be legally considered a drug, in part due to a state patrol officer testifying that marijuana users keep bong water “for future use…either drinking it or shooting it in the veins.” The state law changed this year when legislators and the governor enacted a law that ended the risk of decades in prison over drug residue. Minnesota’s unique law came into national spotlight in 2024 when a Fargo woman faced the possibility of a 30-year prison sentence after being caught with bong water. The charges caused the Minnesota ACLU to represent her, given the draconian nature of the prosecutor’s actions. The post Smoking Marijuana With A Water Bong Doesn’t Effectively Filter Compounds From Smoke, Study Suggests appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... 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Oklahoma marijuana activists have cleared a procedural hurdle for their legalization ballot initiative for 2026 by avoiding legal challenges. They are set to begin signature gathering around August 6. The initiative would allow adults 21 and older to possess and grow cannabis, protect banks servicing cannabis businesses, and shield adults from penalties related to legal cannabis activity. It would also impose a 10% excise tax on adult-use products, with revenue going to the state general fund, county, and municipal governments. The tax rate for registered medical cannabis patients would be eliminated. The initiative also addresses concerns about licensing rules. < Back Oklahoma Activists Clear Hurdle To Put Marijuana Legalization Initiative On 2026 Ballot After Avoiding Legal Challenges Jul 9, 2025 Kyle Jaeger Marijuana Moment Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link Oklahoma marijuana activists have cleared a key procedural hurdle, announcing on Tuesday that their legalization ballot initiative was not legally challenged during a designated window. Oklahomans for Responsible Cannabis Action (ORCA) said that they’re now set to begin signature gathering to put the cannabis measure on the state’s 2026 ballot starting on August 6 “at the latest.” “There are still several moving parts as the Secretary of State finalizes a few new forms and our signature sheet,” ORCA said. “We’ll have more info soon!” The group previously said that, if no legal challenge was submitted, “we will work with the Secretary of State this week to finalize the signature packet and get a start date.” Meanwhile, just about two months after ORCA revived their push to end prohibition in the state, Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) gave final approval to legislation that some advocates worry will inhibit future citizen-led policy changes, including cannabis reform. The law puts additional requirements on initiative “gist” language that voters see on the ballot and also revise policies around signature gathering to make it so petitioners could only submit signatures from up to 11.5 percent of registered voters in a single county for statutory proposals and 20.8 percent for constitutional measures. ORCA founder Jed Green said in May that the group wouldn’t be deterred by the policy change. Green suggested that getting the ballot proposal filed ahead of the legislature’s vote and governor’s signing of the bill could help ORCA potentially avert challenges associated with the more stringent requirements for initiative summary language. He said that was a deliberate decision, as the group “wanted to go ahead and get in line and get filed before lawmakers made this error in judgment.” That said, he recognized the hypothetical possibility that the state attorney general could move to contest the language, which has “the potential to get real messy.” But considering that the secretary of state approved the gist of an earlier, 2023 version of the legalization proposal that voters ultimately rejected, Green floated the possibility of bringing him in as a witness in any challenge to defend the legality of the summary. *Here’s what ORCA’s latest marijuana legalization initiative would accomplish:* - It would allow adults 21 and older to purchase and possess up to eight ounces of cannabis for personal use. They could also grow up to 12 plants and possess what’s harvested, and they would be able to have up to one ounce of cannabis concentrates. - The proposed constitutional amendment would also provide that Oklahoma banks would not be penalized simply for servicing state-licensed cannabis businesses. - Further, the initiative includes protections to make it so any adults would be shielded from being penalized with respect to “healthcare, housing, employment, public assistance, public benefit, parental right, educational opportunity, extracurricular activity” and also “licensure or licensed activity” such as firearm ownership and driving rights due to any legal cannabis activity. - As part of those protections, the presence of THC metabolites in a person’s system could not be used as evidence of impairment. - Local governments would not be permitted to impose bans on the marijuana home cultivation, and any regulations they set on the activity could not be “unduly burdensome.” Additionally, no public ordinances on public smoking for marijuana could be more restrictive than what’s currently in place for tobacco. - Existing medical cannabis dispensaries, as well as any new retail licensees, would be able to start selling to adult consumers starting 60 days after the measure’s enactment. After 180 days, they could start delivering cannabis products to adults. - The same state departments that oversee the current medical cannabis program would be responsible for regulate the adult-use market. - A 10 percent excise tax would be imposed on adult-use marijuana products, and the initiative stipulates that the legislature would be empowered to decrease that tax rate but not raise it. - Revenue from those tax dollars would go toward the state general fund (40 percent), as well as county governments (30 percent) and municipal governments (30 percent) where retail sales occurred. For unincorporated jurisdictions, revenue would be split evenly, with 5o percent for the general fund and 50 percent for the counties. - Sixty days after the measure’s enactment, the tax rate on marijuana for registered cannabis patients would be eliminated. - It also states that state-licensed marijuana businesses couldn’t be prevented from engaging in interstate commerce if there’s a change in federal law, or a court action, permitting such activity. If that happens, the legislature would be authorized to place up to a 3 percent wholesale tax on cannabis exported beyond state lines. If the measure is cleared for signature gathering, ORCA will need to collect at least 172,993 valid signatures to secure ballot placement. Green previously said that one of the key differences between the initiative his organization is pushing and the one that failed at the ballot in 2023 is that it accounts for concerns about licensing rules. Many have criticized the rollout of the state’s medical marijuana law, which led to a dramatic proliferation of dispensaries, and Green said the failed adult-use measure effectively duplicated that licensing scheme. Meanwhile in Oklahoma, lawmakers in March advanced a bill aimed at protecting gun rights of state-registered medical marijuana patients, although federal law still bars cannabis users from owning firearms regardless of their patient status. Another state bill filed in January by a GOP legislator would criminalize the use of medical cannabis during pregnancy. *Photo courtesy of Philip Steffan.* The post Oklahoma Activists Clear Hurdle To Put Marijuana Legalization Initiative On 2026 Ballot After Avoiding Legal Challenges appeared first on Marijuana Moment. < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5

By partnering with CCELL and Canna Brand Solutions, Florida nonprofit Veterans Cannabis Care will donate 100 free CCELL Palm SE vape batteries each quarter directly to veterans across Florida to reduce financial barriers and promote safer medical cannabis consumption methods. The initiative aims to provide veterans with reliable, high-quality vaporization equipment as part of their health and wellness treatment plans. < Back Veterans Cannabis Care to Distribute Free Vapes to Florida Vets Jan 6, 2026 Mg Magazine Newswire MG Magazine Article Link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copy link *CASSELBERRY, Fla.* — Veterans Cannabis Care, a Florida-based 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to improving Veterans’ quality of life, has partnered with vape manufacturer CCELL and wholesaler Canna Brand Solutions to donate 100 Veterans Cannabis Care-branded vape batteries each quarter, free of charge, ]directly to veterans across Florida. CCELL will provide the branding on the batteries at no cost, ensuring Veterans Cannabis Care can distribute professional-grade equipment to veterans without incurring production expenses. The initiative is designed to reduce financial barriers, support safer consumption methods, and expand access to reliable cannabis technology for veterans who rely on medical cannabis as part of their wellness and treatment plans. “This partnership started with a genuine, human connection,” said Daniel Allen, founder and chief executive officer of Canna Brand Solutions. “Veterans Cannabis Care is not just an organization; it is a mission. We believe cannabis can play a meaningful role in wellness when used responsibly, and we are proud to support veterans through direct, tangible action.” The donated devices are CCELL Palm SE vape batteries, a compact, inhale-activated platform with three voltage settings and a stable-temperature heating system that maintains a consistent draw for up to 15 seconds. These features are especially relevant for medical cannabis patients who may require longer inhalations or more precise temperature control depending on formulation and dose. The batteries are compatible with standard 510-thread cartridges. Vaporization is often cited by clinicians and patients as one of the faster and cleaner delivery methods for medical cannabis. By providing high-quality, dependable vape batteries at no cost, the partnership helps ensure veterans have access to safer consumption tools without added financial strain. “This collaboration directly reduces the cost of access for veterans while bringing greater visibility to our mission,” said Veterans Cannabis Care founder Robb Harmon. “These batteries will be given away free, directly to veterans, many of whom are already navigating serious financial and health challenges. Having reliable equipment matters.” For Allen, the partnership is deeply personal. He has close friends who served in Afghanistan and Iraq and has lost friends, including veterans, to opioid addiction and overdoses. He has also seen firsthand how medical cannabis can help individuals manage post-traumatic stress disorder, reduce reliance on opioids, and regain stability and dignity. “At the end of the day, business should be about more than transactions,” Allen said. “It should be about impact. If this partnership improves even one veteran’s quality of life, it is worth it.” < Previous Next > Recent Reviews Cake Boss - Fluent, Clearwater (Florida Medical) Cake Boss, available at Fluent dispensary in Clearwater, Florida, is a slightly indica-dominant hybrid strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) th... Cherry AK-47 by Grow West - RISE Dispensary (Silver Spring, Maryland) When a strain name includes both "Cherry" and "AK-47," you can expect two things: a blast of fruity goodness and the kind of impact that... Cookies & Alt Sol "Madrina" Strain Review - Takoma Wellness Center Madrina, cultivated by Alt Sol and available at Takoma Wellness Center in Washington, DC, comes with a reputation as bold as its name. In... 1 2 3 4 5