North Carolina Senate Passes Cannabis Legalization Bill
Last week, the senate in the state of North Carolina voted to approve the legalization of medical cannabis in an initial vote. Thirty-three legislators voted in favor of the proposal, including nine Republican Party members. This move comes after legislators in the state included medical cannabis in a proposal that was originally meant to regulate hemp. The updated proposal would legalize marijuana for individuals with debilitating medical conditions. However, before it can be advanced to the house, it must be approved by the senate a second time. In the past, GOP party members have hindered access to legal medical marijuana.…