Sponsor Lobby Day – May 6, 2024 in Sacramento

Read more about Lobby Day BECOME A SPONSOR TODAY! California NORML and ASA (Americans for Safe Access) are pleased to announce Citizen Lobby Day, taking place May 6, 2024 in Sacramento, CA. Our members and coalition partners will host a lobby day and training in support of state legislation to better regulate cannabis and protect …

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Join Us at Lobby Day on May 6, 2024 in Sacramento!

Previous Next Previous Next Thank you to our sponsors! Previous Next All Californians are invited to attend the California NORML/Americans for Safe Access Citizen Lobby Day on Monday, May 6 in Sacramento. The event will bring supporters from across the state to meet with their state representatives and make our voices heard on pending legislation …

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Join Cal NORML’s Fight for Fair Taxation of Cannabis in California

Under the Adult Use of Marijuana Act, the cannabis excise tax is set at 15% of gross receipts from licensed retail cannabis sales in California.  Many local governments impose additional taxes on cannabis, ranging as high as 10% in some jurisdictions, including Los Angeles. Cannabis is heavily overtaxed relative to comparable goods in California.  Adding …

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Patient Compassion Programs, Cannabis Cafés, and Tax Reform Among Cannabis Bills in California for 2024

Please support Cal NORML with a personal or business membership to help us advance cannabis consumers rights in California! Upcoming Hearings: Tuesday, July 2 • 8:30 AM Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on: SB-1498 (Ashby) – Cannabis and industrial hemp: advertising: civil action. Wednesday, July 3 • AM Senate Health Committee hearing on: AB 2223 (Aguiar-Curry) …

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CANNABIS OVERDOSES IN CALIFORNIA; CUT THE RAP-C

An analysis by the SJ Mercury News found that California has earned more than $5.7 in tax revenue since California legalized recreational cannabis sales in 2017, and the only significant negative result of legalization is an increase in medical emergencies attributed to cannabis. “It’s possible that people are much more likely to go to the ER (or take …

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Cal NORML 2024 Legal Seminar Now Viewable Online

Learn About New Cannabis Laws Taking Effect in California in 2024, Pending Federal Legislation, and More.  5.25 MCLE Credits GET ACCESS TO SESSION RECORDINGS Sponsored by: Learn about new California laws affecting cannabis consumers and businesses from top attorneys in the field. California attorneys can earn MCLE credits for attending online. Cal NORML’s Legal Seminar …

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Employers May Not Discriminate Against Californians Due to Off-the-Job or Past Cannabis Use Starting on January 1

Starting on January 1, 2024, most Californians are now protected by a Cal NORML-sponsored bill which states that employers may not refuse to hire, fire, or penalize an employee based on the results of hair or urine tests for marijuana. A second law disallows asking about past marijuana use by prospective employees.  Download a Fact …

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Cal NORML 2023 Accomplishments and Plans for 2024

PLEASE SUPPORT CAL NORML IN 2024 Now is the time to build on the progress we made in 2023! Please support Cal NORML with a membership donation. Click Here to Donate or see our Cal NORML store and purchase merchandise. Giving Tuesday / End of Year Special: Get a Free Gift with Your Cal NORML membership through 12/31/23. LEGISLATIVE GAINS …

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Know Your Employment Rights As A Cannabis Consumer in California

Starting on January 1, 2024, most Californians are protected by a Cal NORML-sponsored bill which states that employers may not refuse to hire, fire, or penalize an employee based on the results of hair or urine tests for marijuana. Prospective employees are also protected against questions about their past marijuana use. Employees may not be …

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