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Marijuana

Alabama’s medical cannabis industry grows to meet demand

We believe in the power of medical cannabis to change Alabama for the better.

January 30, 2023

Woodfin testifies on cannabis legalization before congressional subcommittee

Decriminalization of marijuana in Alabama has been a key issue for Woodfin.

November 16, 2022

Poll: Four out of five voters likely to support medical cannabis

The poll found that 79 percent of likely voters favor legal, medical cannabis in Alabama.

October 27, 2022

Ward: Pardoning simple Alabama marijuana offenses “won’t have an impact”

The director of the Bureau of Pardons and Paroles said fewer than 100 people are in state prison solely on marijuana charges.

October 13, 2022

Medical Cannabis Commission releases schedule of fees, penalties and fines

In 2021, the Alabama state legislature approved a bill to legalize medical marijuana and create the AMCC.

August 30, 2022

Birmingham mayor on 4/20 promises to pardon those convicted of minor marijuana charges

Mayor Randall Woodfin last year pardoned more than 15,000 people convicted of minor marijuana crimes between 1990 and 2020.

April 21, 2022

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission expected to announce executive director

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission is expected to announce its executive director Thursday.

September 9, 2021

Maplesville Police Chief Robbie Autery running for Chilton County sheriff

In 2021, Autery was appointed chief of police for the town of Maplesville

May 24, 2021

Birmingham mayor issues 15,000 pardons for marijuana possession

The pardons affect those with a single closed unlawful possession case in Birmingham Municipal Court over the last 30 years.

April 22, 2021

Alabama Cannabis Coalition to hold event in Huntsville

The Alabama Cannabis Coalition is holding a rally in Huntsville on Tuesday.

April 20, 2021