As of April, medical marijuana has been legal for use in Pennsylvania. A new industry brings a wealth of new jobs for the state’s economy. In fact, the industry is developing at such a rapid pace that it’s hard to put a number on exactly how big it is. As one of the first states […]
Is Marijuana Legal in Pennsylvania?
Risk of Federal Prosecution Exists, Despite New (Limited) Medical Marijuana Laws Legalizing marijuana is a process. Decriminalization of marijuana, legalizing medical marijuana, and legalizing recreational marijuana are the hurdles state laws must conquer to reach comprehensive marijuana legalization. Even after a state makes progress, there are federal laws to grapple with. As of 2016, […]
The Medical Marijuana Act (SB3) Passed, Now What?
Unless you have kids, you’re going to have to wait for your medical marijuana. Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act was officially signed into law on April 17, 2016. This has been exciting news for patients with serious illnesses, venture capitalists and entrepreneurs, and proponents of marijuana legalization. However, the excitement has to be tapered with patience. […]
Road to Getting Marijuana Legalized in Pennsylvania
Steering Public Trust and Politicians Towards Senate Bill 528 It’s still illegal to smoke marijuana in Pennsylvania, for medical or recreational purposes. Although medical marijuana is now legal in Pennsylvania it’s a long road to getting recreational marijuana legalized. First Stop: Bureau of Medical Marijuana Research Convincing the public and politicians that recreational marijuana is […]
Famous Marijuana Investors
Millionaires and billionaires can more easily take the lead when it comes to investing in a risky new market for businesses. These people and companies have already invested in marijuana businesses: Paypal Co-Founder Peter Thiel GW Pharmaceuticals Insys Therapeutics Whoopi Goldberg Snoop Dog Willie Neslon Bob Marley’s Family Montel Williams Oscar Robertson Mellissa Etheridge Wiz […]