Indiana

Federal Move to Reclassify Marijuana Sparks New Discussions Among Indiana Lawmakers. Federal restrictions on marijuana have long been a reason Indiana’s top elected officials have declined to rethink their stance on the drug for medical or recreational use. But Thursday, the federal Department of

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Biden's Move to Reclassify Cannabis Spurs Debate on Legalization in Indiana. The Biden administration announced this week it’s moving to reclassify cannabisas a less dangerous drug. That move could put more pressure on the Indiana General Assembly to take some steps toward cannabis legalization. The

Indianapolis ranks one of worst cities for marijuana. 4/20, a beloved holiday for cannabis users to spark up and pass the pipe, is quickly approaching, but Indianapolis residents and potheads in the area are out of luck. Despite over half of people preferring marijuana over alcohol if only one could

Former NBA Star Rajon Rondo Arrested on Marijuana and Gun Charges in Indiana. Two-time NBA champion and University of Kentucky basketball legend Rajon Rondo was arrested in Indiana on a series of misdemeanors, including marijuana and gun charges, according to Indiana police. Rondo was arrested in

Here is a list of bills introduced during the 2024 legislative session that are aimed at legalizing marijuana in Indiana. The legalization of marijuana could be a big topic ahead of this year's legislative session. There are currently nine different bills that have been introduced that include

Indiana Lawmakers Face Calls for Cannabis Legalization Amidst Surrounding State Developments. Wisconsin Assembly Republicans’ highly restrictive plan to legalize medical marijuana in the state drew a lukewarm response from Senate Republicans and Democratic Gov. Tony Evers on Monday. The bill would

Perceptions on Cannabis Legalization Stalling Progress in Indiana, Says Lawmaker. Indiana is now surrounded by three states that have legalized recreational cannabis, but attempts to legalize it here haven’t made it far. One lawmaker says personal perceptions are stopping Indiana from joining the 38

Off-Duty Officer Receives Mistaken Text, Unravels Marijuana Stash in Richmond Home. According to a Facebook post by the Richmond Police Department, an off-duty officer got a text message from someone she knew from a previous interaction. A mistaken text message led police to a stash of marijuana in

It’s highly unlikely Indiana lawmakers will consider legalizing marijuana when the next session begins in January. Republican State Senator Kyle Walker said, “I continue to be supportive of cannabis legalization in Indiana, but will not be filing a bill this session. This is a significant policy

Ohio voters' decision Tuesday to legalize recreational marijuana paves the way for its availability in three of the four states neighboring Indiana. Still, Hoosiers are not likely to see strides on marijuana legalization. Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb historically has said he would not take action on

Indiana Lawmakers Urged to Consider Cannabis Legalization for Economic Benefit. Across the country, states – including most of our neighbors – have realized the benefits of cannabis legalization, yet Indiana has continued to ignore them – a fact that has us falling far behind in our competition for