Category results for "Legislation"

Senator Rand Paul Blocking Bills to Curb Use of Synthetic Drugs

Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has been blocking Senate action on legislation to outlaw a host of synthetic drugs, which are growing in popularity and have been linked to illnesses and deaths.

Where There’s Smoke – There’s Fire

Diane Canova of Legacy asks, to safeguard youth, shouldn’t many of the same restrictions applied to cigarettes extend to cigars?

Pseudoephedrine Prescription Requirement Advocated by Prosecutors

To reduce the number of methamphetamine labs in the state, Oklahoma prosecutors are asking lawmakers to make the tablet form of pseudoephedrine a prescription.

Clearing The Smoke on Medical Marijuana, Part II

In the second half of a two-part series, Kevin Sabet, PhD, Policy Consultant and Assistant Professor, University of Florida, focuses on the issues brought up by the governors in their rescheduling petition.

Florida Lawmakers Propose Making Synthetic Drug Crimes Third-Degree Felony

Legislators in Florida have proposed making crimes related to the manufacture, delivery or sale of synthetic drugs such as “bath salts” and “K2” a third-degree felony.

Virginia Measure Would Require Ignition Interlock for First-Time Drunk Drivers

Legislation passed by the Virginia Senate this week would require ignition interlocks for first-time drunk drivers, regardless of their blood alcohol level.

Oklahoma Legislators Propose Raising Legal Age to Buy Tobacco to 21

The legal age to purchase tobacco would gradually rise from 18 to 21 in Oklahoma under a bill proposed by state legislators.

Clearing The Smoke on Medical Marijuana, Part I

In the first of a two-part series, Kevin Sabet, PhD, Policy Consultant and Assistant Professor, University of Florida, breaks down the various issues of medical marijuana.

Kansas Joins States Considering Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients

Kansas has joined the growing number of states considering drug testing for welfare recipients.

Public Smoking Bans in Europe Lead to Fewer Cigarettes at Home

Smoking bans in public places such as restaurants and offices lead people to smoke less at home, a new European study concludes.

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