A large, diverse group of people is posing for a group photo in front of a screen displaying "Citizen Lobby Day in Sacramento 5/8/2023." The slide mentions "Equal Rights, Fair Elections, Sensible Regulation" and notes the event date as May 10, 2023, in Sacramento, CA. CA Norml

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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Entrance to an emergency room at a hospital, marked by a prominent red "EMERGENCY" sign above a covered walkway, set against a backdrop of a light-colored building and partly cloudy sky. This California facility is equipped to handle various situations, including RAP-C incidents and cannabis overdoses. CA Norml

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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A large, diverse group of people posing for a photo in a conference room. A presentation screen behind them reads "California Citizen Lobby Day: Equal Rights, Fair Taxation, Sensible Regulation, May 4, 2023, Sacramento, CA." Everyone is smiling and celebrating the event and their 2023 accomplishments with Cal NORML. CA Norml

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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Medical Marijuana Patients’ Rights in California

Download a Fact Sheet with this information.  A law that took effect on January 1, 2023 (AB 1954 – BPC 2228.5) prohibits physicians and health plans to have policies denying medical treatment to qualified patients with a recommendation to use medical marijuana. The only exception is if a clinical determination is made on a case-by-case …

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Blowing Smoke About Cannabis Lounges: Onsite Consumption No Danger to Public Health

DOWNLOAD A FLYER ABOUT CANNABIS CONSUMPTION LOUNGES IN CALIFORNIA. See a List of Cannabis Consumption Lounges in California.  Also see: Cannabis Consumption Lounges: Mitigating Risks Information about opening and operating a consumption lounge from Cal NORML board member and attorney Lauren Mendelsohn. CANNABIS CONSUMPTION SPACES ARE NEEDED IN CALIFORNIA  While it’s legal for adults and medical …

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