Monthly Public Meeting Agenda
Lawrence Township Library, Room #2
Tuesday, September 13, 2016 7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM
Approve August 2016 minutes. Discuss:
NJ DOH accepted Petitions to add qualifying conditions to the state’s MMP between 8/1/16 and 8/31/16. DPA submitted Petitions for Chronic Pain and PTSD; CMMNJ submitted Petitions for Osteoarthritis, Opiate Use Disorder, Autism, Anxiety, Migraine Headaches, & Neuropathic Pain.
NJ Senate passed A457 (to add PTSD to NJ's MMP) on 8/1/16, 28 – 9. (The bill passed in the entire Assembly on 6/16/16, 56 – 13.) The bill went to the governor’s desk for his action on 8/1.
DEA again insists marijuana belongs in its absurd Schedule I classification—46 years of federal propaganda—exaggeration of the dangers and denial of marijuana’s medical benefits--continues.
Ongoing Thursday Podcasts at the Trenton Statehouse continue 11-2 pm to Thanksgiving.
Excellent interview with Jim Miller on NJ Capitol Report.
“CMMNJ TV” taped 9/6/16 in Princeton; next taping date is scheduled for October 18, 2016.
NJWeedman Update: Ed Forchion to argue that his ‘cannabis temple’ deserves religious freedom. VICE TV reporting extensively on the case.
Upcoming Events: CMMNJ to table at Lawrence Community Day on 10/2/16.
Boston Freedom Rally, 9/17 & 18/2016.
NJ Celebrates Recovery, 9/18/16 Middletown Arts Center, 1 pm (CMMNJ table and speakers).
Dana Beal’s efforts to urge candidate Clinton to reschedule marijuana—9/7/16 at the Intrepid, NYC, 5 pm to 9 pm and TBA.
What Nurses Need to know about Medical Cannabis, Lehigh Carbon County Community College, 9/28/16, 8 AM to 1 PM Schnecksville, PA:
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-nurses-need-to-know-about-medical-cannabis-presented-at-lehigh-carbon-county-community-college-tickets-26257362478?aff=Medical_Marijuana&afu=132746514236
Recent events: Slightly Stoopid concert, Stone Pony 8/19 (Thanks to Amanda, & Eric).
Compassionate Sciences (CS) ATC expects to have lozenges and topicals soon. CS ATC had an educational program on PTSD on 8/24/16.
Jessie Sanders court date was 8/23/16; the court dismissed the case!
Patient Outreach at “The Joint” in Trenton.
Sudden deaths of Roger Barbour, Esq., and husband of JoAnne Zito.
Treasury report: Checking: $2092; PayPal: $3629. Multicolored hemp bands from Romania--Suggested retail price: $1/apiece; 3 for $2. Wholesale prices are available.
CMMNJ's meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7 - 9 PM at the Lawrence Twp. Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Twp., 08648. All are welcome. (Meeting at the library does not imply Mercer County’s endorsement of our issue.)
More info: Ken Wolski, RN, MPA
(609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com http://www.cmmnj.org
Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/
CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.
Monthly Public Meeting Minutes
August 9, 2016
June 2016 minutes approved. (No July 2016 meeting.)
NJ DOH to accept Petitions to add qualifying conditions to the state’s MMP. Petitions must be sent by certified mail postmarked between 8/1 and 8/31/16; see NJ DOH website (News) for forms. DPA to submit Petitions for Chronic Pain and PTSD; CMMNJ to submit Petitions for Osteoarthritis (Ken), Opiate Use Disorder & Autism (Vanessa W. and Mike), Anxiety & Migraine Headaches (Bob), & Neuropathic Pain (Peter).
Senate Health Committee passed S2345/A457 (to add PTSD to NJ's MMP) 6-3 on 6/16/16, and the bill passed in the entire Assembly on the same day, 56 -13. On 8/1/16 the bill passed in the Senate, 28 – 9. The bill went to the governor’s desk for his action.
Over 50 Thursday Podcasts (“Telling It Like It Is”) at the Trenton Statehouse continue 11-2 pm, with plans to continue through Thanksgiving. Governor passed by about 1/3 of the Podcasts. Coverage includes News 12 NJ among other media.
Interview with Jim Miller on NJ Capitol Report, taped at NJTV Studios in Newark on June 28th.
CMMNJ TV taped 7/12 in Princeton; the next taping date is scheduled for 9/6/16, 10 am – 2 pm.
INE tours continue with Sativa Cross.
Pennsylvania, the 24th medical marijuana state, is allowing parents to obtain medical marijuana for minors from out-of-state until their program is functioning.
NJWeedman Update: Judge will allow Forchion to argue that his ‘cannabis temple’ deserves religious freedom.
Recent Events:
DNC events in Philadelphia: Connie’s Ric Rac 7/25/16; East Coast Cannabis Coalition Rally Municipal Bldg. on 7/26/16 (Jo Anne attended).
“Forum on Addiction and Healing” with U.S. Surgeon General & U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs, St. Barnabas Medical Center, 8/8/16, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm.
CMMNJ tabled at Hemp Heals, 7/22/16—thanks to our volunteers! CMMNJ Meeting to develop education for NJ MDs, 6/23/16.
Clinton Health and Wellness Center, update on the NJ MMP, 6/25, noon-2 p.m.
Upcoming events:
Slightly Stoopid concert, Stone Pony 8/19 (Mike, Amanda, & Eric).
Compassionate Sciences ATC expects to have lozenges and topicals available next week! CS ATC also plans an educational program on PTSD on 8/24/16.
Jessie Sanders court date is now 8/23/16; she asks for community show of support.
CMMNJ to table at Lawrence Community Day on 10/2/16.
Patient Outreach at The Joint in Trenton 8/16 & 8/17.
What Nurses Need to know about Medical Cannabis, Lehigh Carbon County Community College, 9/28/16, 8 AM to 1 PM Schnecksville, PA.
Treasury report: Checking: $2053; PayPal: $3629.
More info: Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org
CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.
Recent Media Coverage and Blogs:
New Jersey Celebrates Recovery: http://www.helpnothandcuffs.org/
or, Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/New-Jersey-Celebrates-Recovery-852038501549589/
N.J. veterans seek medical marijuana for PTSD
http://articles.philly.com/2016-08-01/news/74791012_1_ptsd-governor-christie-health-committee
Poll: Should medical marijuana be legal for people with PTSD? (97% of respondents say, “Yes.”)
http://www.nj.com/healthfit/index.ssf/2016/08/poll_should_medical_marijuana_be_legal_for_people.html
Please help us get this important bill signed by automatically sending a message to Governor Christie: A457 adds post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to the list of medical conditions that would qualify a patient to receive medical marijuana in New Jersey. (DPA capwiz):
https://engage.drugpolicy.org/secure/tell-gov-christie-expand-access-medical-marijuana?ms=2A2_1608NJMMJClist&utm_campaign=fy17advocacy&cid=701U0000000xybsIAA
Thousands petition Christie for PTSD in N.J. medical marijuana program
http://www.phillyvoice.com/thousands-petition-christie-ptsd-medical-marijuana-provision/
Government won't reclassify marijuana, N.J. experts hope for a change in the future
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/government-won-t-reclassify-marijuana-n-j-experts-hope-for/article_43593d2a-600e-11e6-80bb-5ff0c6b6fbdc.html
The medical marijuana movement just got some really bad news
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/08/feds_reject_petitions_to_allow_medical_research_on.html
American Legion Calls for Marijuana Rescheduling
http://www.marijuana.com/blog/news/2016/09/american-legion-calls-for-marijuana-rescheduling/
D.E.A. Keeps Marijuana on List of Dangerous Drugs, Frustrating Advocates
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/12/health/dea-keeps-marijuana-on-list-of-dangerous-drugs-frustrating-advocates.html?emc=edit_tnt_20160811&nlid=17961243&tntemail0=y&_r=0
WATCH: NJ vets fight to use medical marijuana for PTSD
http://www.app.com/story/news/military/veterans/2016/08/12/nj-vets-fight-use-medical-marijuana-ptsd/88605734/
Most say pot use OK for PTSD; researcher seeks volunteers to smoke it
http://articles.philly.com/2016-08-16/news/75011545_1_ptsd-marijuana-use-veterans-affairs
Prosecutors fight to keep secret informant in NJ Weedman’s drug case
http://www.trentonian.com/general-news/20160822/prosecutors-fight-to-keep-secret-informant-in-nj-weedmans-drug-case
Pot-Smoking Politician Takes His Biggest Hit Yet: 11 Drug Charges
http://dailycaller.com/2016/08/11/pot-smoking-politician-takes-his-biggest-hit-yet-11-drug-charges/#ixzz4JaGpPTcD
Medical pot user sues Sparta cops over alleged false arrest, report says
http://www.nj.com/sussex-county/index.ssf/2016/08/medical_marijuana_user_sues_sparta_cops_over_false.html
Coming soon: A brand new way to take medical marijuana in N.J.
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/08/medical_marijuana_now_includes_edible_drops_and_lo.html
Dad who changed N.J. medical marijuana law dies suddenly
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/09/nj_dad_who_won_fight_to_permit_edible_marijuana_in.html
SativaCross.com Podcast from the Governor's office
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cu7SOdp73d8
Maiden name kept woman from medical marijuana
http://www.app.com/story/money/business/consumer/press-on-your-side/2016/07/29/medical-marijuana/87338244/
Medical Marijuana Policy Approved at LTPS
http://mercerme.com/medical-marijuana-policy-approved-at-ltps/