NORML Lobby Days Scheduled in Jefferson City

Posted on January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 by GSTL-NORML

Missouri NORML chapters across the state will once again focus on the spring legislative session which started January 9, 2020. A number of marijuana-related bills will be considered in the spring 2020 session that could affect your rights as a cannabis consumer. The first lobby day is schedule on February 26, 2020 at 11:00 am in a reserved area at the Capitol in Jefferson City, Missouri. Details will be posted here and social media. Our tentative schedule is that we will meet in a ...

Cannabis Issues in Missouri’s 2020 Legislative Session

Posted on December 21, 2019December 26, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

Greater St. Louis NORML follows 2020 Marijuana Bills

Missouri legislators will be presented with a handful of marijuana-related bills to consider as the spring 2020 session starts on January 9, 2020. December 1, 2019 was the first day bill sponsors could pre-file their legislation in both the Senate and House. Listed below is the titles and a short description for each piece of legislation. Here are the bills and identifying numbers. HB1385 Barbara Washington 3806H.01I - Requires the court to expunge certain marijuana off...

License Timeline Released by DHSS

Posted on December 5, 2019December 5, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

DHSS announces timing for medical marijuana facility license issuance Timelines for licenses is announced by DHSS. JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) Section for Medical Marijuana Regulation will begin issuing medical marijuana facility licenses before the end of the year. In order to give all potential applicants sufficient notice of when to expect notification of application determinations, DHSS is announcing tentative dates of license issuance...

December 9th Meeting Holistic Healthcare with Cannabis

Posted on December 2, 2019December 2, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

Our November meeting was cancelled because of the snow and ice. Now we're rescheduling Dr. Pratistha Strong for our December 9, 2019 meeting at CJ Muggs in Webster Groves. Join us for a unique look at holistic healthcare with cannabis. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Missouri's Article XIV allowing the medical use of marijuana has ushered in a new set of rules for Missouri doctors and patients. Many Missouri healthcare providers have yet to accept or incorporate this non-traditional, medicina...

Committee Vote on MORE Act Scheduled

Posted on November 19, 2019November 20, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

The Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement Act UPDATE 11/20/19: Washington, DC. For the first time in history, a congressional committee has approved a bill to end federal marijuana prohibition. The House Judiciary Committee passed the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act in a 24-10 vote on Wednesday, setting the stage for a full floor vote. The MORE Act is gaining traction in Congress. An important Judiciary Committee vote is scheduled to take ...

$50 Medical Marijuana Certifications in December

Posted on November 6, 2019December 12, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

Update: We had a great turnout for our December 9th meeting with special guest speaker Dr. Pratistha Strong. We discussed the patient certification process and ayurveda medicine. Dr. Strong is running a holiday special on medical marijuana certifications in December. Missouri's commercial cannabis licenses will be issued by January 24, 2020. Once the licenses for commercial cultivation, dispensaries and manufacturing are awarded, medical cannabis sales will follow shortly thereafter. ...

WEATHER CANCELLATION: We’ll Reschedule Our Speaker for an Upcoming Meeting

Posted on November 5, 2019November 11, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

Dr. Pratistha Strong will speak about holistic use of cannabis

Missouri's Article XIV allowing the medical use of marijuana has ushered in a new set of rules for Missouri doctors and patients. Many Missouri healthcare providers have yet to accept or incorporate this non-traditional, medicinal plant into their treatment regimens. Federal marijuana prohibition still casts a long-shadow over hospitals and medical groups. Medical organizations still block their affiliated doctors and staff physicians from recommending medical cannabis. If you consi...

DHSS Online Application Process To Open Early

Posted on June 14, 2019June 14, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

JEFFERSON CITY, MO -- The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) Section for Medical Marijuana Regulation is pleased to announce that systems are in place to begin accepting applications for patient and caregivers on June 28, six days ahead of the July 4 deadline set by Article XIV of the Constitution. Patients and caregivers must visit medicalmarijuana.mo.gov to enter their information into the online application system. Sample application forms are online now, allowin...

St. Louis Earth Day in Forest Park

Posted on April 24, 2019April 24, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

Greater St. Louis NORML, Make every day, Earth Day

Greater St. Louis NORML will occupy booth W-17 at the 2019 St. Louis Earth Day Festival. Stop by and check out our merchandise and say hello. We will be in the Wellness Section at the Muny Grounds, in Forest Park. The festival runs two days Saturday and Sunday, April 27 - 28 from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. Bring your friends, family, co-workers, colleagues and fellow cannabis activists by our booth for some great NORML and Cannabis-themed merchandise. We need your help and don...

NORML’s Last Lobby Day of the Spring Legislative Session Scheduled for April 24, 2019

Posted on April 20, 2019April 21, 2019 by GSTL-NORML

Missouri NORML is organizing a trek up to the Jefferson City State Capitol building for the last Lobby Day of this spring 2019 legislative session. Cannabis enthusiasts and supporters are invited to help us fight for your cannabis rights. Marijuana legislation is moving. There are several bills affecting marijuana consumers and business. When you to attend NORML's Lobby Day events you'll learn how to make a significant impact on legislative efforts to expand and normalize cannabis legi...