Toke Signals TV with Steve Elliott (Toke TV 25)

• Marijuana Is Not Poisonous To Pets!
• West Virginia Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced!
• Tennessee Medical Marijuana Bill's Sponsor 'Very Hopeful'!

Toke TV 25: GOP Governors Love Weed! No Guns For Illinois Patients! First Stoner Super Bowl!

Toke Signals Radio 25: GOP Governors Love Weed! No Guns For Illinois Patients! First Stoner Super Bowl!

The 25th episode of Toke Signals Radio with host Steve Elliott takes a look at some of the biggest marijuana news stories of the week.

Find out what you need to know about the week in cannabis/marijuana news, in 25 minutes!

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Toke TV Bud Pick of the Week

Texas Governor Rick Perry Says States Should Be Allowed To Legalize Marijuana

(Hemp News)

Possibly positioning himself for another attempt at the White House, Texas Gov. Rick Perry said Thursday that he believes states should be allowed to legalize marijuana and that, as governor, he has helped move Texas in the direction of decriminalizing marijuana.

Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal Says Medical Marijuana OK If Tightly Controlled

(Hemp News)

Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal said on Wednesday that he supports making medical marijuana available in Louisiana, as long as it is tightly controlled.

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Says 'We Will End The Failed War On Drugs'

(Hemp News)

Governor Chris Christie on Tuesday took the oath of office for a second term and delivered his inaugural address at the War Memorial in Trenton. During his inaugural address he called for an end to the drug war and compassion for those suffering from drug addiction.

Illinois Patients Would Lose Gun Rights Under Proposed Medical Marijuana Rules

(Hemp News)

Illinois medical marijuana patients would have to be fingerprinted, undergo a background check and pay $150 a year, under rules proposed by state officials on Tuesday -- and they would also give up their Second Amendment right to own a gun.

Tennessee Medical Marijuana Bill's Sponsor 'Very Hopeful'

(Hemp News)

Past medical marijuana bills have gained little traction in the Tennessee Legislature, and both Democratic sponsors of the last bill, proposed in 2012, lost re-election bids after their districts were redrawn by Republicans. But Rep. Sherry Jones, a Democrat from Nashville, said she is "very hopeful" about her bill's chances this year.

West Virginia Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced

(Hemp News)

West Virginia Del. Mike Manypenny (D-Taylor) on Thursday introduced a bill that would allow state residents with debilitating medical conditions, such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, and HIV/AIDS, to access and use medical marijuana if their doctors recommend it.

Pack That Super Bowl! All Weed Championship Game Coming Up

(Toke Signals)

Now that the Seattle Seahawks have defeated the San Francisco 49ers, history’s first All-Weed Super Bowl will be played between the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks, in the Meadowlands Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on February 2. Both teams have 15-3 records.

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Repeat After Me: Marijuana Is Not Poisonous To Pets

(Toke Signals)

No matter how many times it is debunked, the myth comes back again and again, even endorsed by veterinarians and others who should know better. “Marijuana poisoning on the rise in pets,” we were told by a headline this week. Trouble is, cannabis is nontoxic to all mammals, so “marijuana poisoning” is simply impossible.

You can count on some clueless mainstream reporter, on a regular basis, claiming that marijuana can “hurt your pets” or is “bad for Fido.” It’s just not true.

The latest silly story about poisoned pets comes thanks to NBC News’ Brian Alexander, who really should have checked out his facts before publicly showing just how sloppy a reporter he can be. 

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Toke Signals Radio 24: Sen. Reid Says MMJ Works! Bills In PA, MD, MO, DC, NH! Mile 420 Sign Comes Down!

The 24th episode of Toke Signals Radio with host Steve Elliott takes a look at some of the biggest marijuana news stories of the week.

Find out what you need to know about the week in cannabis/marijuana news, in 25 minutes!

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Toke Signals Radio Bud Pick of the Week

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid Says Marijuana Has Medical Value

(Hemp News)

The U.S. federal government's classification of marijuana as a Schedule I drug with no medical uses took another hit on Thursday, as Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Democrat, said cities in his state of Nevada should move toward making medicinal cannabis available.

Washington Attorney General Says Cities, Counties Can Block Legal Marijuana Stores

(Hemp News)

Washington state's anemic marijuana legalization law is looking weaker by the minute. Now it appears much of the state won't even have local access to cannabis -- Attorney General Bob Ferguson has announced cities and counties can block licensed, legal marijuana businesses from operating.

Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced In Pennsylvania State Senate

(Hemp News)

A bill introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate on Tuesday would legalize the medical use of marijuana in the state.

Maryland Lawmakers Launch Effort To Legalize Marijuana

(Hemp News)

State lawmakers on Thursday launched an effort to pass a bill in this year's legislative session that would regulate and tax marijuana like alcohol in Maryland. Sen. Jamie Raskin, Del. Curt Anderson, and Del. Sheila Hixson were joined at a news conference by leaders of several state and national organizations, who announced the formation of a broad coalition in support of the forthcoming legislation.

Marijuana Legalization Petitions Approved For Circulation In Missouri

(Hemp News)

Supporters of marijuana legalization petitions on Wednesday were cleared by Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander to start gathering signatures to qualify for the ballot.

New Hampshire House Panel Passes Marijuana Legalization Bill

(Toke Signals)

The New Hampshire House of Representatives on Wednesday voted 170-162 in favor of passing HB 492, a bill to legalize, regulate and control marijuana for adults over 21, becoming the first state legislature to approve such a bill. Two other states, Colorado and Washington, have already legalized marijuana, but in both cases those laws were implemented through voter initiative.

Nation's Capitol Takes Major Step Toward Ending Marijuana Possession Arrests

(Toke Signals)

D.C. lawmakers on Wednesday approved legislation that would eliminate criminal penalties under District law for the possession of one ounce or less of marijuana for personal use.

Colorado Alters Mile 420 Marker Sign To Stop Thieves

(Toke Signals)

The “Mile 420″ sign found 148 miles outside of Denver on Interstate 70 East was stolen so often by souvenir-seeking stoners that the Colorado Department of Transportation has changed it to read “Mile 419.99″ in an attempt to fix the problem.

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Toke Signals Radio 23: Americans Want Weed! Cuomo's MMJ Plan A Dud! Legalization Drive In Alaska!

The 23rd episode of Toke Signals Radio with host Steve Elliott takes a look at some of the biggest marijuana news stories of the week.

Find out what you need to know about the week in cannabis/marijuana news, in 31 minutes!

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Stories of the Week on Toke Signals

Majority of Americans Want Marijuana Legalized

(Hemp News)

A majority of Americans want marijuana to be legal, according to a new poll.

New York Governor Cuomo's Medical Marijuana Plan Falls Short

(Toke Signals)

After making national headlines for his support of medical marijuana, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s State of the State only briefly mentioned his medical marijuana plan. Cuomo administration officials said that the program would involve distributing medical marijuana through 20 hospitals statewide, and the Department of Health would be charged with promulgating regulations.

Bill Filed In Washington Legislature Would Gut Medical Marijuana Law

(Toke Signals)

Rep. Eileen Cody on Monday pre-filed House Bill 2149, a bill that would essentially gut the medical marijuana law in Washington state, in the Washington Legislature.

Bill Filed To Legalize Medical Marijuana In Tennessee

(Hemp News)

A Democratic lawmaker has filed a bill that would legalize medical marijuana in Tennessee.

Alaska: Marijuana Legalization Backers Turn In Signatures For August Ballot

(Hemp News)

A group which advocates legalizing marijuana said on Wednesday they've turned in more than enough signatures to qualify for an August ballot vote.

California: Fresno County Bans All Medical Marijuana Cultivation

(Hemp News)

In a sobering reminder of just how backward county governments can still be, even in California, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday ignored the objections of patients and banned all medical marijuana cultivation in the county's unincorporated areas with a 5-0 vote. The ban takes effect next month.

Colorado Recreational Marijuana Sales Top $5 Million In First Week

(Hemp News)

Colorado's newly legal recreational marijuana shops made bank in the first week of legal sales.

Toke Signlas Must Read of the Week

Worth Repeating: It's Official! Cannabinoids Stop Brain Inflammation by Ron Marczyk

(Toke Signals)

The brain is the most sensitive of all the organs. If your brain ages well, you age well.

Phytocannabinoids from the cannabis plant are a potent botanical medicine that prevent and heal diseases of the brain.

… Scientifically speaking, marijuana is good for your brain.

 

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Toke Signals TV with Steve Elliott (Toke TV 23)

• Americans Want Legal Weed: CNN Poll!
• NY Gov. Cuomo's Medical Marijuana Plan a Dud!
• Legalization Drive In Alaska!

Toke Signals TV with Steve Elliott (Toke TV 23)

• Americans Want Legal Weed: CNN Poll!
• NY Gov. Cuomo's Medical Marijuana Plan a Dud!
• Legalization Drive In Alaska!

Toke Signals Radio 22: Legal In Colorado! Alabama Jails Activists! Medical Marijuana In Illinois!

The 22nd episode of Toke Signals Radio with host Steve Elliott takes a look at some of the biggest marijuana news stories of the week.

Find out what you need to know about the week in cannabis/marijuana news, in 30 minutes!

Don’t forget to subscribe to the Toke TV channel on YouTube.

Toke Signals Radio Bud Pick of the Week

Toke Signals Radio Top Stories of the Week

Colorado: Long Lines For Smooth Rollout of Legal Marijuana Sales

(Hemp News)

At 8 a.m. on January 1, an ex-Marine named Sean Azzariti became the first person in Colorado to legally buy a bag of recreational marijuana under legalization measure Amendment 64, approved by state voters last year.

Child Welfare Check Leads To Arrest of Alabama Medical Marijuana Activists

(Hemp News and Toke Signals)

A so-called "child welfare check" led to the arrest of a prominent Alabama medical marijuana activist after deputies discovered a cannabis growing operation in Cullman County.

Illinois Medical Marijuana Law Goes Into Effect January 1

(Hemp News)

Legislation adopted this year to establish a state-regulated medical marijuana program in Illinois will go into effect Wednesday. Licensed medical marijuana cultivation and distribution facilities are expected to begin producing medical marijuana and providing it to patients in late 2014.

Michigan 'Pharmaceutical Grade' Marijuana Law Needs Federal Approval

(Hemp News)

Michigan Governor Rick Snyder on Monday signed a new law that would allow the state to certify "pharmaceutical-grade cannabis," but the law can't take effect unless and until the federal government reclassifies marijuana as a Schedule II drug, suitable for medicinal use.

California Attorney General Says Marijuana Legalization Could Mean 'Hundreds of Millions'

(Hemp News)

A California ballot initiative to legalize, regulate and tax marijuana got a positive review from state Attorney General Kamala Harris, who last week released a summary saying legalization could save the state "hundreds of millions of dollars."

Washington State Wants Medical Marijuana Shops To Pay Taxes; Attorney Says Not So Fast

(Toke Signals)

Washington State last week reminded medical marijuana dispensary operators that they “must pay taxes,” and the state Department of Revenue plans to collect back taxes from about 300 dispensaries that seem not to have paid any. But Seattle-based activist/attorney Douglas Hiatt says he’s “hopping mad” about the announcement, and he’s advising shop owners to contact him before paying anything.

Alabama Family Relocates To Colorado To Treat Epileptic Daughter With Marijuana

(Hemp News)

An Alabama family is celebrating their first New Year in Colorado after relocating to treat their epileptic daughter with medical marijuana.

Toke TV Must Read of the Week

Worth Repeating: Medical Marijuana Doesn't Fit On Present Drug Schedule

By Ron Marczyk

“The DEA had ignored accumulating evidence of marijuana’s benefits, and so acted “arbitrarily and capriciously” in rejecting the rescheduling petition last year. Federal law requires the agency to take such evidence into account, accusing the Department of Health and Human Services of creating a Catch-22 for medical marijuana advocates by strictly limiting researchers’ access to marijuana, then arguing there is insufficient scientific evidence to merit rescheduling it.”

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