Madison, Wisconsin Decriminalizes Cannabis Possession
Thu / Nov 19th
Madison, Wisconsin approved a cannabis decriminalization ordinance on Tuesday that reduces the possession fines for up to 28 grams of cannabis to just $1.
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In Wisconsin cannabis is illegal aside from non-psychoactive CBD oils. Until the late ’50s Wisconsin was a prominent producer of industrial hemp, an industry re-opened by the state in 2017. Learn about Wisconsin hemp and cannabis here:
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Wisconsin County Lowers Cannabis Possession Fines to $1
Tue / Sep 29th
Officials in Rock County, Wisconsin have reduced the fine for cannabis possession to just one dollar; the fines previously ran from $150 to $500 depending on the offense.
Wisconsin University Offering State’s First Cannabis Certificate Program
Wed / Sep 16th
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Continuing Education Institute has partnered with Green Flower to offer the state’s first cannabis certificate program.
Lawmakers Introduce Decriminalization & Expungement Bill in Wisconsin
Fri / Nov 1st
Wisconsin lawmakers are pushing to decriminalize up to an ounce of cannabis and expunge criminal cannabis possession records for up to 28 grams. Their proposal would also ban police from vehicle searches based only on the smell of cannabis.
Wisconsin Gov. Wants to Decriminalize Cannabis, Legalize Medical Use
Tue / Feb 19th
Wisconsin’s governor has released details about his plan to decriminalize cannabis possession under 25 grams and create a medical cannabis program in the state.
Cannabis Wins Big In 2018 Midterms
Wed / Nov 7th
During yesterday’s midterm elections, voters delivered a resounding message across the country in support of reforming cannabis laws. Michigan voters… Read More
Wisconsin Hemp Applications Now Open
Mon / Mar 5th
Wisconsin citizens interested in farming industrial hemp can begin applying to grow the crop under the state’s pilot program unanimously… Read More
Wisconsin St. Croix Chippewa Suing State Attorney General Over CBD Policies
Tue / Feb 13th
The St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin are suing state Attorney General Brad Schimel over whether the tribe has the… Read More
Wisconsin Legislature Unanimously Approves Industrial Hemp Bill
Fri / Nov 10th
Wisconsin’s legislature has unanimously passed a bill to implement an industrial hemp pilot program. The measure falls in line with… Read More
Wisconsin Tribe Adopts CBD Program
Fri / Sep 29th
The St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin have adopted a “comprehensive control program” for hemp-derived CBD and announced plans to… Read More
Wisconsin State Sen. Says Cannabis Industry is Answer to Budget Woes
Fri / Jul 14th
Amid a billion-dollar budget deficit, Wisconsin state Rep. Melissa Sargent is urging her colleagues to at least consider her bill… Read More
Wisconsin Cannabis Decriminalization Bill Gains Traction with GOP
Mon / Jun 26th
A cannabis decriminalization bill in Wisconsin has drawn support from both sides of the aisle, including five Republican co-sponsors, according… Read More
Green Party in Racine, Wisconsin Launches Petition Drive for Cannabis Reforms
Wed / Jun 14th
Members of the Green Party in Racine, Wisconsin have launched a petition campaign for direct legislation to reduce cannabis possession… Read More
Wisconsin Veterans Group Passes MMJ Resolution
Tue / Jun 6th
Disabled American Veterans Wisconsin passed a resolution supporting medical cannabis access for Wisconsin veterans with service-connected disabilities, according to the… Read More
Wisconsin Gov. Signs Bill Expanding CBD Program
Tue / Apr 18th
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has signed legislation legalizing the use of CBD oil for any medical condition so long as… Read More
Wisconsin Legislature Passes CBD Bill
Wed / Mar 8th
The Wisconsin legislation to allow CBD use for any medical condition so long as the patient is certified by a… Read More
Wisconsin Bill to Allow CBD for ‘Any’ Medical Condition Heads to Assembly
Thu / Mar 2nd
Wisconsin is on the verge of expanding the state’s medical cannabis regime; however the proposal still does not allow products… Read More
Wisconsin Lawmakers Considering Bill to Legalize Hemp Farming
Mon / Feb 27th
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin are circulating a bill to legalize industrial hemp production in the state, according to an Associated… Read More
MMJ Bills Introduced in Wisconsin
Tue / Feb 7th
Democrats in Wisconsin have introduced two bills that would legalize medical cannabis in the state, but will face opposition from… Read More
Wisconsin Democrats Hoping to Introduce MMJ Expansion Bill
Wed / Jan 18th
Democrats in Wisconsin are seeking co-sponsors for a comprehensive medical cannabis bill with plans to introduce the legislation this session,… Read More
Wisconsin Tribe Votes to Legalize Medical and Recreational Marijuana In “Advisory Vote”
Wed / Aug 26th
Members of the Menominee Indian Tribe in northeastern Wisconsin held what they call an “advisory vote” regarding the legalization of… Read More
Companion Bills Filed In Wisconsin to Legalize Small Amounts of Marijuana
Fri / Jun 5th
Legislators in Wisconsin’s House and Senate have filed two bills to legalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana and… Read More
Contentious Legalization Legislation Introduced in Wisconsin
Fri / Apr 17th
Wisconsin lawmakers introduced a bill Monday to legalize marijuana for both medical and recreational use. LRB-0188 was announced by Rep.… Read More