Tim Melson

Report: State Sen. Tim Melson in critical condition after heart attack

Melson underwent a life-saving liver transplant in 2009, five years before being elected to his current seat.

Jacob Holmes

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July 28, 2023

John McMillan to be executive director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission

John McMillan is currently the Alabama state treasurer.

Brandon Moseley

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September 10, 2021

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission meets for the first time

A Dothan area oncologist was elected as the chairman of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission.

Brandon Moseley

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August 13, 2021

Alabama Policy Institute releases scorecards for members of the Alabama Legislature

API opposed medical marijuana and gaming and supported efforts to limit the governor's powers, so senators with different views received low scores.

Brandon Moseley

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July 6, 2021

Appointments made to Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission

Twelve of the 14 members of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission have been announced.

Brandon Moseley

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July 5, 2021

Governor to host ceremonial bill signing for medical marijuana bill, other legislation

Gov. Kay Ivey will host a ceremonial bill signing event in Montgomery for a number of bills passed during the 2021 Legislative Session.

Brandon Moseley

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June 17, 2021

Alabama can learn from other states on how to set up cannabis industry

An expert predicted that all states will each have their own unique systems of growing and distributing marijuana.

Brandon Moseley

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May 25, 2021

Marijuana advocates celebrate after Ivey signs medical marijuana legislation

Marijuana advocates thanked Gov. Kay Ivey for signing the medical marijuana bill and sponsors for their work carrying the legislation.

Brandon Moseley

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May 21, 2021

Alabama becomes latest state to legalize medical marijuana

The bill's sponsor estimates that it will be at least a year before medical marijuana will be available in Alabama.

Brandon Moseley

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May 20, 2021