New Mexico House Passes Bill to Legalize Marijuana Despite Federal Prohibition
SANTA FE, N.M. (March 1, 2021) – Last Friday, the New Mexico House passed a bill that would legalize marijuana for adult use in the state despite ongoing federal cannabis prohibition. A coalition of three Democrats introduced House Bill 12 (HB12) on Feb.2. Under...
Montana House Passes Bill that Sets Foundation to End Federal Gun Control Enforcement
HELENA, Mont. (Mar 1, 2021) – On Saturday, the Montana House passed a bill that would ban enforcement of any new federal gun control, a major step toward bringing such federal acts to an end within the state. Rep. Jedediah Hinkle (R-Belgrade) introduced House Bill 258...
Maryland Senate Committee Passes Bill to Limit State Participation in Federal Police Militarization Programs
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (March 1, 2021) – On Friday, a Maryland Senate committee passed a bill that would ban state and local law enforcement agencies from acquiring certain military equipment from federal programs. Sen. William Smith (D) introduced Senate Bill 599 (SB599) on...