Cannabis industry leaders say these types of decisions are helpful, but just the beginning in terms of destigmatizing and expanding the business.
PORTLAND, Ore. — On Friday, President Joe Biden pardoned people convicted of certain federal marijuana offenses. The announcement builds on a proclamation issued just over a year ago, which pardoned thousands across the nation.
The pardon focuses on simple possession and use of marijuana under federal law and in Washington D.C. The president also reduced the sentences of 11 people in prison for non-violent drug offenses.
“Criminal records for marijuana use and possession have imposed needless barriers to employment, housing and
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