2022

Retail Licensing Delays and Emerging Social Equity Concerns in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut

by NORML
Posted on February 11, 2022February 17, 2022

As more states transition from marijuana criminalization to a regulated retail marketplace, struggles over the structure of retail sales markets have become a foremost concern. Inabilities in establishing and enacting clear and timely regulations regarding the application and acceptance process for business licenses have caused significant delays in the actualization of retail markets in many states.

Medical Marijuana

Connecticut: Medical Marijuana Home Grow Law Takes Effect

by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Posted on October 1, 2021October 7, 2021

Patients who are registered with the state’s medical cannabis access program may now legally grow cannabis for their own personal use.

Medical Marijuana

Connecticut: Qualified Patients Can Begin Home Cultivating Cannabis Next Week

by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Posted on September 21, 2021October 22, 2021

Over 54,000 Connecticut residents are currently registered to possess and and access medical cannabis

Legalization

Connecticut Becomes 18th State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults

by NORML
Posted on June 22, 2021June 22, 2021

“This legislation recognizes that the responsible use of marijuana by adults should not be a crime, and that those who carry the stigma of a criminal record for their past use of cannabis should receive relief.”

Legalization

Connecticut Poised to Become Next State to Legalize Marijuana for Adults

by Carly Wolf, Former NORML State Policies Manager
Posted on June 17, 2021January 4, 2022

“Marginalized communities have disproportionately suffered for decades because of the discriminatory enforcement of marijuana laws in Connecticut. This bill is a step toward addressing that shameful legacy and it will provide long-needed relief to communities that have historically experienced the collateral consequences of prohibition.”

Legalization

Connecticut: Senate Lawmakers Advance Marijuana Legalization Bill on First Day of Special Session

by Carly Wolf, Former NORML State Policies Manager
Posted on June 15, 2021January 4, 2022

The House is expected to take up the proposal Wednesday.

Legalization

Connecticut: Lawmakers Likely to Revisit Adult-Use Legalization Bill in Special Legislative Session

by NORML
Posted on June 9, 2021June 16, 2021

“It is not a question of ‘if’ cannabis is legalized in Connecticut, only a question of ‘when.’”

Legalization

Connecticut: Senate Lawmakers Advance Adult Use Marijuana Legalization Bill

by NORML
Posted on June 8, 2021June 8, 2021

“For decades, tens of thousands of Connecticut residents have faced arrest, prosecution, and the lifelong stigma associated with marijuana criminalization, simply for possessing a substance that is objectively safer than alcohol, tobacco, and many prescription medications.”