Mexican Senate Legalizes Recreational Cannabis

MEXICO CITY – The Mexican Senate approved the legalization of recreational cannabis on Thursday, a historic step to alleviate the human rights crisis and consolidate the country as an industrial cannabis power, although activists warn that it is insufficient and must overcome legislative pitfalls. With 82 votes in favor, 18 ... Read More

Argentina Legalizes Medical Cannabis Cultivation for Patients

Argentinian President Alberto Fernández on Thursday issued a decree allowing home cannabis cultivation by patients, requiring insurance providers to cover medical cannabis costs, and permitting pharmacies to sell cannabis-derived oils and topicals, the New York Times reports. Argentina legalized medical cannabis in 2017 but advocates say the law ... Read More