To date, only two countries in the world have waved the green flag on recreational cannabis legalization. Uruguay was the first to do so in December 2013 and the second was our neighbor to the north, Canada – which officially began selling in October 2018. The question has been, which country would be next. In October 2018, Mexico’s Supreme Court ruled that it was unconstitutional to ban the possession or use of recreational cannabis. Effectively, Mexico’s Supreme Court gave adult-use cannabis the go-ahead on Halloween 2018.
Mexico would be “the world’s most populous country with legalized cannabis regardless of THC content, meaning both cannabis and hemp. This happened to be the fifth time that Mexico’s highest court had issued this ruling, which in Mexican law makes this ruling the standard to be set throughout the country.
Mexico has once again delayed the legalization of cannabis and hemp. The court set deadlines for Congress to legalize the plant but dates that have been pushed back several times at the request of legislators who stated they needed more time. Most recently, senators said they wouldn’t be able to meet the latest April deadline and the court agreed to give them until December 15, 2020. Before the latest setback, the senate committee approved a legalization bill that came from a consensus between political parties.
But the process of approving legalization legislation could be sped up through a permanent committee that’s being formed, where lawmakers could make decisions about provisions that have held up the bill in recent months. While the legislation would still have to be passed by the full Congress, the panel is positioned to expedite the process of negotiations. During a joint meeting of the Justice, Health, Legislative Studies, and Public Safety Committees in March, members approved a revised cannabis reform bill that had been circulated.
Although there are still plenty of details left to be discussed, there are some aspects of Mexico’s cannabis legalization proposal that is pretty much decided, in no particular order:
Legalization proponents want to see those most disenfranchised by the drug war benefit most from its legalization. Lawmakers have offered no certainty one way or the other whether this would happen, however, a previous version of legalization proposals included the significantly limited ability of big corporations to receive cannabis business licenses in Mexico.
A top Mexican senator says that cannabis legalization would generate tax revenue that could offset economic losses caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Lawmakers could have the opportunity to advance reform in a committee that’s expected to be established the first week of May.
The legalization of Cannabis has been a significant issue for years. Looking at World’s current situation, people have been fighting with certain mental conditions, anxiety, depression, and Medical Cannabis seems like a stress reliever for them but people with pre-existing conditions are an easy taget for coronavirus. Although medical Cannabis can be helpful, it can be life-threatening to some people with already having severe medical conditions. Moreover, sitting idle at home can lead to the overuse of Cannabis if legalized at this time. It’s better to extend it for some time.
Great article! Medical marijuana law offers the treatment for patients suffering from a variety of qualifying conditions. It’s an industry now and a regulated industry is an industry that keeps the community safe. I strongly agree to the legalization of cannabis as a medical use to some diseases and illness.
Looking to find your medical cannabis in a state that hasn’t yet legalized it? It may be tempting to drive across neighboring state lines with more cannabis-friendly laws. However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. Which States Accept Out-of-State MMJ Cards? States That…
So you love smoking cannabis, but you’re tired of the same ole rolling papers. Perhaps you recently learned about the potential dangers and risks associated with tobacco blunt wraps and want a healthier option. Let’s explore some rolling paper alternatives that work well for blunts, joints, and spliffs. Types of Rolling Paper to Absolutely Avoid…
Despite the fact that the legal cannabis industry is growing, many people are still purchasing from the illicit market. A recent study investigated this matter and found that buying cannabis from the illicit market may be “better” than legal weed. The obvious reasons for choosing the illicit market over the legal market include the likes…
Nations across the globe are beginning to recognize the dangers of restrictive drug policies—aka the “war on drugs.” Colombia and Mexico recently came together for an international conference focused on “redesigning and rethinking drug policy” given the “failure” of prohibition. The two countries will collaborate with other Latin American leaders to create new drug policies….
Mixing cannabis with recreational drugs, medications, or alcohol can be a rollercoaster ride for your mind and body. While it may seem like an exciting idea to indulge in some extra fun, the pursuit of pleasure could come with undesired risks down the line. With a unique mix of over 550 chemical compounds and 100…
A new Israeli study has confirmed that smoked cannabis extracts offer a more effective way to treat back pain than ingested CBD…
We sat down with the team at TerraLeaf, a medical cannabis dispensary servicing West Virginia, to ask them the Veriheal 5—five questions…
Gone are the days when cannabis was just an occasional treat—today, it’s a powerful source of holistic healing. According to a 2021…