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I’ve had patients penalized for cannabis while still recovering from meds we gave them in pill bottles. One got jail time. The other got a refill. Doesn’t sit right.

#CannabisCare #OpioidEra #MedicalJustice #HarmReduction #SocialSatire #DrugPolicyReform
A split-panel illustration showing a street dealer handing out a joint and a smiling pharmaceutical rep offering opioids and branded swag, with the caption “One gets arrested. The other gets promoted.”
April 18, 2025 at 3:32 AM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota's Senate Bill 1905 could revolutionize cannabis laws, but will it balance progress with public safety?

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#MN #MinnesotaCannabis #PublicSafety #DrugPolicyReform #EconomicImpact #CitizenPortal
Minnesota amends controlled substance laws to clarify possession regulations
Minnesota updates possession laws for controlled substances including cannabis and methamphetamines.
citizenportal.ai
March 1, 2025 at 12:19 AM
churchofambrosia.bsky.social
Nahal Bahlbacka - Real change, though, happens at the state level — that’s where the penal code can actually be removed. Until then, cities can shift priorities, but only the state can truly free us from the threat of arrest.

#DrugPolicyReform #PolicyChange #PlantMedicine #Conscious #LegalReform
November 6, 2025 at 7:36 PM
citizenptnewsms.bsky.social
Mississippi's Senate Bill 2037 is igniting fierce debates on drug policy, aiming to crack down on the sale of drug paraphernalia while raising concerns over personal freedoms and community impacts.

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#MS #DrugPolicyReform #MississippiCommunity #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety
New legislation criminalizes sale of drug paraphernalia under Mississippi Controlled Substances Law
Mississippi law intensifies penalties for selling drug paraphernalia to minors under new legislation.
citizenportal.ai
February 1, 2025 at 10:48 AM
citizenptnewspa.bsky.social
As Pennsylvania moves toward cannabis legalization, serious questions loom about ensuring equitable access for communities historically harmed by drug policies.

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#PA #SocialEquity #CommunityAccess #DrugPolicyReform #PennsylvaniaCannabis #CitizenPortal
Governor's cannabis proposal raises concerns over social equity licensing in Pennsylvania
Panel highlights gaps in cannabis licensing for disproportionately impacted communities under governor's proposal.
citizenportal.ai
February 20, 2025 at 2:51 PM
abolishthedea.bsky.social
We westerners have "just said no" to pain relief, mood elevation, religious insight, and obvious treatments for Alzheimer's and dementia. #DrugWar #WarOnDrugs #DrugPolicyReform #EndTheDrugWar #DrugAddiction #HarmReduction #CriminalJusticeReform #PublicHealth #DrugLegalization #SocialJustice
February 12, 2025 at 5:55 PM
citizenptnewswa.bsky.social
Spokane is on the brink of a groundbreaking decision to decriminalize psychedelics, a move that could revolutionize mental health treatment in the city.

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#SpokaneSpokaneCounty #WA #SpokaneMentalHealth #CitizenPortal #PublicParticipation #DrugPolicyReform #MentalHealthInnovation
Cody Zalewski urges Spokane City Council to decriminalize psychedelics
Cody Zalewski advocates for Spokane to join other jurisdictions in decriminalizing psychedelics.
citizenportal.ai
June 24, 2025 at 7:11 AM
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Instead of saber-rattling about military intervention, let's focus on evidence-based solutions to the opioid crisis. Addressing the root causes of addiction, expanding access to treatment, and harm reduction strategies are far more effective than threats of violence. #DrugPolicyReform #HarmReduct...
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February 1, 2025 at 7:07 AM
mkkultra.bsky.social
Check out this great interview by my friend Nick talking about drug prohibition and some glaringly clear facts and data should change our minds and policies about illegal drugs…

Are we hashtagging here too? #nlpoli #harmreduction #canpoli #drugpolicyreform #supportdontpunish
nickboyce.bsky.social Nick Boyce @nickboyce.bsky.social · Jan 17
My comments on @cbcradiocanada.bsky.social about recent police drug “busts” in Newfoundland Canada (12 minutes)

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February 5, 2025 at 3:37 AM
idpc.net
Join us for a discussion on #HarmReduction, the #RightToHealth & #DrugPolicyReform at #HRC59.

🗓️ Fri. 27 June 2025
📍 Geneva / Online
#SupportDontPunish 

More info:
Support. Don’t Punish: Advancing towards a health and human rights-based approach to drug policy
This event will explore how harm reduction and human rights can shape drug policy reform, against the backdrop of debates on the matter at the Human Rights Council and the Support. Don't Punish Global Day of Action.
idpc.net
June 25, 2025 at 10:14 AM
chadsabora.bsky.social
I wrote this little ditty for all the amazing people that showed up in the #harmreduction space as soon as there was a fiscal note attached to the work. They really do care about #PWUD and #drugpolicyreform. Shoutout to the #SSA ‘s who support them. I hope you enjoy!

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Holiday in Harm Reduction
YouTube video by Disruption Theory Syndicate - Topic
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December 3, 2024 at 7:59 PM
citizenptnewstn.bsky.social
Tennessee is on the brink of a major shift in marijuana laws, allowing adults to possess and cultivate their own plants!

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#TN #TennesseeMarijuana #DrugPolicyReform #PublicHealthSafety #EconomicImpact #CitizenPortal
New marijuana regulations permit adult possession and cultivation in private residences
Adults can possess and cultivate marijuana under specific regulations for personal use.
citizenportal.ai
February 25, 2025 at 3:04 PM
citizenptnewstn.bsky.social
Tennessee's new House Bill 703 could revolutionize how drug testing impacts students and employees, challenging the stigma around marijuana use in the workplace and schools.

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#TN #DrugPolicyReform #MarijuanaLegislation #WorkplaceFairness #TennesseeStudents #CitizenPortal
Legislation protects students and employees from cannabis testing penalties
New bill prohibits penalties from positive THC-COOH tests for students and employees.
citizenportal.ai
February 25, 2025 at 2:51 PM
fedabxl.be
Together with 130+ civil society groups worldwide, we call on the intn'l community to heed to the calls for transformative #DrugPolicyReform in the latest report of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.

#WarOnDrugs? = War on us!
November 20, 2024 at 1:04 PM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Senator Liz Miranda is championing a bill that aims to direct cannabis revenue to communities hit hardest by the war on drugs, pushing for equity in Massachusetts' cannabis market.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #SocialEquity #CivicAccountability #DrugPolicyReform
Senator Miranda advocates for cannabis revenue equity in Massachusetts committee hearing
Senator Miranda urges support for bill benefiting communities harmed by drug war
citizenportal.ai
June 18, 2025 at 4:35 PM
openthc.bsky.social
We’ve been digging into the Schaffer Library of Drug Policy.

It’s full of moments like this that show how politics, not science, has often regressed the conversation for 50+ years.

Check it out: wiki.openthc.org/Shaffer_Libr...

#TIL #CannabisHistory #DrugPolicyReform
Schaffer Library of Drug Policy || OpenTHC
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August 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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The UN human rights chief has called on leaders and international stakeholders to radically rethink global drug policy, stating that the decades-long...

#HumanRights #WarOnDrugs #DrugPolicyReform #GlobalJustice #CommunityHealing
‘War on drugs has failed, completely and utterly’: UN human rights chief
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December 10, 2024 at 9:04 AM
sdepolo.bsky.social
This is 100% Predictable BS 💩
#cannabis #fail
#drugpolicyreform growing pains
March 27, 2025 at 5:39 PM
citizenptnewsus.bsky.social
In a heated Senate hearing, the DEA fiercely denied any involvement in a controversial 2006 ambush of Colombian police, sparking debates on accountability in law enforcement.

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#US #CitizenPortal #DrugPolicyReform #LawEnforcementAccountability #JudicialSecurity #USMarshalService
DEA clarifies role in 2006 ambush of Colombian police amid CNN allegations
DEA denies involvement in 2006 Colombian police ambush linked to military and cartel.
citizenportal.ai
May 1, 2025 at 4:18 PM
citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
Minnesota's Senate Bill 2172 proposes raising the cannabis purchase age to 25, igniting a heated debate on public health versus economic impact.

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#MN #MinnesotaCannabis #DrugPolicyReform #PublicHealth #EconomicImpact #CitizenPortal
Minnesota amends cannabis sales regulations for age and product limits
Minnesota updates cannabis sales laws to enforce age restrictions and product limits.
citizenportal.ai
March 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM
justseetruth.bsky.social
#HarmReduction
#EndOverdose
#FentanylCrisis
#StopTheStigma
#SaferUse
#CommunityCare
#SaveLives
#OpioidCrisis
#OverdoseAwareness
#DrugPolicyReform
August 15, 2025 at 12:42 PM
citizenptnewsmo.bsky.social
Missouri's proposed House Bill 1279 could revolutionize the state's approach to marijuana offenses by allowing early release for those convicted, igniting a heated debate on justice and public safety.

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#MO #MissouriMarijuana #DrugPolicyReform #CriminalJusticeReform #RacialEquity
Missouri House Bill 1279 allows immediate release for marijuana offenders
Missouri General Assembly proposes early release for individuals with marijuana-related sentences.
citizenportal.ai
February 14, 2025 at 4:44 AM
citizenptnewsms.bsky.social
Mississippi is on the brink of a major change as lawmakers propose a bill to transform marijuana possession penalties from criminal to civil, sparking heated debates on its potential impact.

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#MS #DrugPolicyReform #SocialJustice #CommunityResources #CitizenPortal
Mississippi legislators propose civil penalty for simple marijuana possession under new bill
Senate Bill 2037 seeks to reduce marijuana possession penalties and direct fines to local funds.
citizenportal.ai
February 1, 2025 at 10:51 AM
citizenptnewsmi.bsky.social
Jackson residents are rallying for entheogen decriminalization, aiming for safer access amidst rising community support and opposition!

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#JacksonCityJacksonCounty #MI #CitizenPortal #JacksonCityCouncil #DrugPolicyReform #CommunityInitiatives
Jackson advocates push for entheogen decriminalization despite opposition at council meeting
Community members urge Jackson council to decriminalize entheogens amid misunderstandings and opposition.
citizenportal.ai
April 16, 2025 at 4:43 AM
citizenptnewsma.bsky.social
Colleen Dalian Doi is urging Massachusetts lawmakers to rethink drug policies, advocating for decriminalization as a key step towards improving public safety and health.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #HarmReduction #DrugPolicyReform #PublicHealth
Colleen Dalian Doi advocates for decriminalization of drug possession to enhance safety
Colleen Dalian Doi calls for decriminalizing drug possession to improve public safety and health.
citizenportal.ai
September 16, 2025 at 7:14 PM