Missouri

 

Updated May 2010
 
Victory in Missouri!
 
Through our aggressive efforts we have assured that HB 1670, a bill that sought to reclassify marijuana and legalize its use under the guise of medicine did not move forward in the 2010 legislative session! State legislators adjourned without taking action on the bill and would have to be re-introduced for consideration during the 2011 session.
 
This very issue has been brought to the attention of President Obama. In a recent statement delivered at the California Police Chiefs Association Conference, ONDCP Director R. Gil Kerlikowske said:
 
“As I’ve said from the day I was sworn in, marijuana legalization – for any purpose – is a non-starter in the
Obama Administration.”
 
Thanks to all that spoke out against this legislation; your efforts have paid off!
 
Legislators took proactive steps to prevent the abuse of synthetic marijuana, known as Spice, by passing legislation that adds the substance to the list of schedule I controlled substances. Several states passed similar measures this session as reports of use by adolescents across our nation increased.
  
Steps you can take to promote sound drug policies include:
  • Visiting your Representative at either their state or local office
  •  Phoning your legislator 
  •  Speaking to organizations in your community about this legislation
  • Submitting a Letter to the Editor or an Opinion Editorial to your local media outlet
  • Becoming a member of S.O.S.
 

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