CMMNJ Public Meeting Agenda for May 10, 2016

Monthly Public Meeting Agenda 
Lawrence Township Library, Room #2
Tuesday, May 10, 2016  7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM

Approve March 2016 minutes. Discuss:

Pennsylvania--the 24th medical marijuana state. Governor Wolf signed Senate Bill 3, on April 17, 2016. PTSD & chronic pain OK, but no flowers.

UNGASS 2016, 4/19-21, U.N., NYC. Sign Beckley Foundation's Public Letter (below). Bob Kane represents CMMNJ.

East Coast Cannabis Coalition passed the ‪#‎UnityCypher‬ ‪#‎UnityTorch‬ Joint from NYC to Trenton to Philly April 19 - 20 on its way from Portland, Maine to Miami, Florida.

NJWeedman Update: "Joint" & "Liberty Bell Temple" visited by LEOs 3/5/16 followed by injunction to stop harassment; raided by LEOs on 4/27/16 with multiple arrests and property confiscated. SCOTUS appeal pending from 2010 arrest.

NJ DOH appoints panel to add qualifying conditions for marijuana therapy to MMP.

Ongoing Thursday Podcasts at the Trenton Statehouse resumed April 7, 2016, 11-2 pm.

Breakwater ATC offers 5% discount to any patient with a CMMNJ t-shirt!

Jon Peditto, SBI: 000175573D, unit 4R, c/o Southern State Correctional Facility
4295 North Delsea Drive, P.O. Box 150, Belmont, New Jersey  08314

Upcoming Events:
NORML Lobby Day 5/23&24/16 Washington, DC.
Global Marijuana March, 5/7/16, NYC & Rehoboth, DE; 5/8/16 Philadelphia.

Recent events:
NJLP convention 3/12/16, Hightstown, NJ.
NJ Senate & Assembly Budget Testimony, 3/15&16/16 Glassboro & Collingswood, NJ
ASA's Medical Marijuana Unity Conference, 3/18-22, Washington, D.C.
Patients Out of Time conference, 4/14-16/16, Baltimore.
Trenton 4/20, 2pm March from City Hall to Rally at Statehouse, After Party at The Joint.
CMMNJ Board meeting, 4/6/16.

Treasury report: Checking: $2234; PayPal: $3679. Multicolored hemp bands from Romania--Suggested retail price: $3/apiece; 2 for $5.  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, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com http://www.cmmnj.org   Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes 
March 8, 2016 

Jo Anne Zito welcomed onto CMMNJ Board of Directors at 2/23/16 Board meeting.

Breakwater ATC offers 5% discount to any patient with a CMMNJ t-shirt!
Compassionate Sciences ATC offering workshops for patients in Bellmawr, NJ.

CMMNJ met with Asm. Greenwald's aide in the Statehouse re: edible availability.

Upcoming Events: Patients Out of Time conference, 4/14-16/16, Baltimore.
UNGASS 2016, 4/19-21, U.N., NYC. East Coast Cannabis Coalition Joint Torch relay from Maine to Florida--4/19 at U.N. in NYC and 4/20 in Trenton, and heading south.
Global Marijuana March, 5/7/16, NYC & Rehoboth, DE; Philly 5/8/16.
NJ Senate & Assembly Budget Testimony, 3/15&16/16 Glassboro & Collingswood, NJ
American Cannabis Nurses Association (ACNA) meeting at NJWeedman's "Joint," 322 E. State St., Trenton, NJ, 3/14/16, 7 - 8:30 pm. Date change to 4/7/16, 5 - 8 pm.
ASA's Medical Marijuana Unity Conference, 3/18-22, Washington, D.C.
CannMed 2016, 4/10-11, Harvard School of Med, Boston (Dr. Mechoulam, et.al.)
Trenton 4/20, 2pm March from City Hall to Rally at Statehouse, After Party at The Joint.
NJLP convention 3/12/16, Tavern on the Lake, Hightstown, NJ.
Thursday Podcasts at the Trenton Statehouse to resume April 7, 2016, 11-2 pm.

Recent events: “CMMNJ TV” taping with Mary Lynn Mathre, RN and Mike Krawitz via Skype, 3/1/16 at Princeton Community TV Studio, 10 am to 2 pm.
Jon Peditto transferred to Southern State Correctional Facility to serve 8 years.

Treasury report: Checking: $2204; PayPal: $3650. Multicolored hemp bands from Romania--Suggested retail price: $3/apiece; 2 for $5.  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, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com http://www.cmmnj.org   Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Recent Media Coverage and Blogs:

Governor Wolf Signs Medical Marijuana Legalization Bill into Law
https://www.governor.pa.gov/governor-wolf-signs-medical-marijuana-legalization-bill-into-law/

Local residents, Delco officials discuss benefits of medical marijuana
http://www.delcotimes.com/article/DC/20160501/NEWS/160509983

NJWeedman’s Joint Raided: NJWeedman Arrested With ‘Joint Boys’
https://kylemoore357.wordpress.com/2016/04/28/njweedmans-joint-raided-njweedman-arrested-with-joint-boys/

Interview: "NJ Weedman" Petitions Supreme Court for Marijuana Case
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuAPwXvhbIM

NJ Weedman SCOTUS Petition:
http://www.njweedman.com/USSUPREMECOURT_NJVSFORCHION_PETITION_FOR_CERTIORARI.pdf

‘NJWeedman’ is No Joke. He’s New Jersey’s Cannabis Pioneer.
https://www.leafly.com/news/headlines/njweedman-is-no-joke-hes-new-jerseys-cannabis-pioneer

​Support The NJ Weedman
http://www.wolfenotes.com/2016/04/support-the-nj-weedman/

Out of UNGASS: 2016 Public Letter
http://beckleyfoundation.org/2016/04/18/the-beckley-foundations-2016-public-letter/
Sign it:
https://beckleyfoundation.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=5077c28d0fa342a692492154e&id=460d32b7e9

Multiple Nations Call for Reform in International Cannabis Policies at United Nations
http://www.safeaccessnow.org/multiple_nations_call_for_reform_in_international_cannabis_policies_at_united_nations

Ad Hoc US Coalition for Global Drug Policy Reform
http://stopthedrugwar.org/files/coalition.pdf

Cannabis and Cannabis Resin
Critical Review Preparation Document
http://american-safe-access.s3.amazonaws.com/criticalreviewFINAL.pdf

UNGASS Outcome: Missed Opportunity for UN, but Global Reform Movement Grows & Continues to Push for Better Drug Policies
http://www.drugpolicy.org/blog/ungass-outcome-missed-opportunity-un-global-reform-movement-grows-continues-push-better-drug-po?ms=2D1_1604AprilNewsletter_UNGASS&utm_campaign=fy16newsletter&cid=701U0000001fFWw&spMailingID=25370312&spUserID=MTUxMjg1ODEzNjk1S0&spJobID=784593067&spReportId=Nzg0NTkzMDY3S0

65K N.J. children have grown up with a parent in prison
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/04/65k_nj_children_have_grown_up_with_a_parent_in_pri.html

420 Legalization March 2016 - Trenton, NJ - #ECCC #AnonNJTV #HempSec
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-8hxx2UQVYQ&feature=youtu.be

The Tenth National Clinical Conference on Cannabis Therapeutics
http://patientsoutoftime.org/the-tenth-national-clinical-conference-on-cannabis-therapeutics/

Medical Marijuana Scarce and Costly as Christie Fights Broader Access
http://www.bloomberg.com/politics/articles/2016-04-13/medical-pot-scarce-and-costly-as-christie-fights-broader-access

N.J. panel may expand medical marijuana use
http://articles.philly.com/2016-03-24/news/71761994_1_ken-wolski-panel-members-medical-marijuana-new-jersey#xtHPiSOhaOxgJeYz.01

NJ Assemblyman Wants To Allow Medical Marijuana Use For Menstrual Cramps
http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2016/04/08/medical-marijuana-menstrual-cramps-new-jersey/

Activists Plan Mass Marijuana Consumption At The White House, But Some Cannabis Advocates Question Civil Disobedience
http://www.ibtimes.com/activists-plan-mass-marijuana-consumption-white-house-some-cannabis-advocates-2347139?fb_action_ids=10153535021203657&fb_action_types=og.comments

Philly 420: NJ pot arrests still high
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/Philly_420_NJ_pot_arrests_still_high.html#1hDyFabAAhsYKKew.99

CMMNJ TV Angela Patterson/INE Jamesburg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WlC_vLtOa0U

LETTER: Offer marijuana for chronic pain
http://www.courierpostonline.com/story/opinion/readers/2016/04/24/letter-offer-marijuana-chronic-pain/83357156/

Seniors and marijuana
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/seniors-and-marijuana/?linkId=24040373

Trauma is a Gateway Drug
http://www.acesconnection.com/blog/trauma-is-a-gateway-drug

MEDICAL CANNABIS CURRICULUM FOR NURSES: https://themedicalcannabisinstitute.org/product/medical-cannabis-curriculum-for-nurses/

CMMNJ Agenda for July 14, 2015 Public Meeting; June Minutes & Media Update

Monthly Public Meeting Agenda 
Lawrence Township Library, Room #3
Tuesday, July 14, 2015, 7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM 

Approve June 2015 minutes.  Discuss:

Asbury Park Resolution in support of legalizing marijuana up for a vote on 7/8/15, 7 pm at One Municipal Plaza, Asbury Park, 07712

A4587—Requires schools and developmental disability facilities to adopt policies permitting the use of medical marijuana for qualifying patients. Introduced on 6/22/15, passed the Assembly on 6/25; passed the Senate on 6/29; awaits action by Gov. Christie.

NJ State Senate support sought for bills that were OK’d by the Assembly: A-3726/S2898 - Authorizes medical marijuana for qualifying patients with PTSD; A-4286/S2899 - OKs transfer of excess medical marijuana between ATCs; ACR224/SCR166 - Certain medical marijuana regulations are inconsistent with legislative intent.

“CMMNJ TV”—taping canceled 6/30: Next taping: July 23, 2015, noon to 4 pm.
Weekly Statehouse Podcasts: see Facebook “Friends of CMMNJ” for details.
CMMNJ Patient Handbook 2015--$10 donation suggested—OK to put handbooks in ATCs?

Upcoming Events:
Smoke Down Prohibition 2.0: The Return, Friday, 7/10/15 at 4 pm in Love Park, Philly.
Slightly Stoopid, Stone Pony, Asbury Park, 7/11/15—Eric & Amanda volunteered.
Trial of Jon Peditto, Toms River; jury selection delayed to 8/3/15; jury nullification attempt.
Fundraiser for CMMNJ?

Recent events:
Barbour lawsuit against LARC School & Maple Shade BOE hearing 6/25/15.
Asbury Park officials agree to pass resolution urging state lawmakers to legalize marijuana.

Treasury report: Checking: $2277; PayPal: $3758.

CMMNJ's meetings are the second 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, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org

Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes 
June 9, 2015 

The NJ Senate Health Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing and take testimony on the following bills on Monday, 6/15/15 at 1:00 pm in Committee Room #1 in the Statehouse Annex.
CMMNJ encourages public testimony in support of these bills:
S2898 - Authorizes medical marijuana for qualifying patients with PTSD.
S2899 - OKs transfer of excess medical marijuana between ATCs.
(Note: the bills were pulled from the committee's agenda at the last minute on 6/15.)

“CMMNJ TV”—episode taped 5/27, next taping: 6/30, noon to 4 pm. Guests?
June Thursday demonstrations at the Statehouse continue 6/11, 18 & 25, 11 am to 2 pm.

News: Gov. Christie vows to eliminate legalized marijuana if elected president.

U.S. House votes to stop DEA & DOJ from interfering with state medical marijuana laws, 6/3.

HUD’s policy “guidelines” for medical marijuana patients—evict them even if no conviction!

Former head of NJ’s MMP, John O’Brien, is now compliance officer at Pallia Tech in NY.

National Geographic and Time both have very positive cover stories on marijuana.

CMMNJ Patient Handbook available--$10 donation suggested.  Handbooks should be in ATCs—letter sent to DOH asking permission for this today.

Upcoming Events:
Smoke Down Prohibition 2.0: The Return, Friday, 7/10/15 at 4 pm in Love Park, Philly.
Slightly Stoopid, Stone Pony, Asbury Park, 7/11/15—Eric & Amanda volunteered.
Oaksterdam Certification Class, Washington, D.C., 6/27 & 6/28 ($600 for 13 hours).
Barbour lawsuit against LARC School & Maple Shade BOE.
Fundraiser for CMMNJ? CMMNJ needs to participate in more community events to raise funds and to collect more email addresses.
Trial of Jon Peditto, Toms River; 8/3/15; jury nullification attempt

Recent events:
"Patients Out of Time" conference, W. Palm Beach, Florida, 5/21-23/15.
NJWeedman’s appellate court oral arguments, 5/27, Hughes Justice Complex. Trenton.
NJ United for Marijuana Reform Conference Call, 5/7/15. https://www.njumr.org

Treasury report: Checking: $2401; PayPal: $3749.

More info:  Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org

Recent Media Coverage and Blogs

Legislature Approves Greenwald & Lampitt Bill to Ensure Students with Debilitating Illnesses & Disabilities are Not Denied Medical Marijuana Relief while at School
http://www.assemblydems.com/Article.asp?ArticleID=9935

Asbury Park backs legalization of marijuana
http://www.app.com/story/news/local/eatontown-asbury-park/asbury-park/2015/06/29/asbury-park-backs-legalization-marijuana/29491579/?fb_ref=Default

Good Housekeeping: Medical Marijuana Saved Our Daughter's Life
http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/a33066/genny-barbour-medical-marijuana/

Marijuana saved this mother's life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hyRgN8pQXk

PalliaTech hires former New Jersey pot czar as compliance chief
http://www.newsday.com/business/palliatech-hires-former-new-jersey-pot-czar-john-o-brien-as-compliance-chief-1.10499446

N.J. medical marijuana activists annoyed
as dormant nonprofit pushes for N.Y. dispensary
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/06/nj_medical_marijuana_activists_annoyed_as_dormant.html

Medical Marijuana Feeds Familiar Hopes of Renewal Around New York State
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/02/nyregion/medical-marijuana-feeds-familiar-hopes-of-renewal-around-new-york-state.html?emc=edit_tnt_20150604&nlid=17961243&tntemail0=y&_r=0

Would you break the law to help a sick relative if medical marijuana is not approved? PennLive poll
http://www.pennlive.com/opinion/2015/06/breaking_the_law_to_help_a_sic.html#incart_story_package

Legalized marijuana would be eliminated under a Christie presidency
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/06/recreational_marijuana_would_get_turned_off_under.html

7 States Where Medical Marijuana Is Legal But Barely Accessible
http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/7-states-where-medical-marijuana-is-legal-but-barely-accessible-20150609#ixzz3cg9pyklH

PTSD sufferers should have medical pot access, says NJ lawmaker
http://nj1015.com/ptsd-sufferers-should-have-medical-pot-access-says-nj-lawmaker/

Companies Can Fire Workers for Marijuana Use, Colorado Court Rules
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/06/16/us/companies-can-fire-workers-for-marijuana-use-colorado-court-rules.html?emc=edit_tnt_20150615&eml_thmb=1&nlid=17961243&tntemail0=y&_r=0

'NJ Weedman's Joint' opens in Trenton with $4.20 specials
http://www.nj.com/mercer/index.ssf/2015/06/nj_weedmans_joint_opens_in_trenton_with_420_specia.html

NJ Weedman opens Trenton restaurant
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/NJ_Weedman_opens_Trenton_restaurant.html

Medical marijuana laws don't influence teens to light up, study says
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/06/medical_marijuana_laws_dont_influence_teens_to_lig.html

Study: medical marijuana laws don't influence teens to smoke
http://www.phillyvoice.com/study-medical-marijuana-laws-nfluence-teens/

NJ's medical marijuana patients in danger of losing jobs
http://www.newsworks.org/index.php/local/new-jersey/83123-njs-medicial-marijuana-patients-in-danger-of-losing-jobs

Parents: Let our teen take medical marijuana
http://www.courierpostonline.com/story/news/local/south-jersey/2015/06/16/maple-shade-parents-suing-medical-marijuana/28804985/

Poll: Should N.J. tax and legalize marijuana use by people 21 and older?
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/06/poll_should_nj_tax_and_legalize_marijuana_use_by_p.html

Study: Scant evidence that medical pot helps many illnesses
http://www.my9nj.com/story/29387273/study-scant-evidence-that-medical-pot-helps-many-illnesses

The American Legion: The Cannabis Question
http://www.legion.org/magazine/228290/cannabis-question

Bill permitting edible medical marijuana in N.J. schools up for final vote
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/06/bill_permitting_edible_medical_marijuana_in_nj_sch.html

Allowing kids to get medical marijuana in NJ schools now up to Christie
http://www.newsworks.org/index.php/local/item/83620-allowing-kids-to-be-given-medical-marijuana-in-nj-schools-now-up-to-chrisitie

N.J. lawmakers send bill to Christie allowing students to use medical marijuana in school
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/06/nj_lawmakers_approve_bill_allowing_students_consum.html

Dr. Jahan Marcu, The Biochemical System Controlling the Effects of Cannabis: An Introduction
http://www.safeaccessnow.org/the_biochemical_system_controlling_the_effects_of_cannabis_an_introduction

Dr. David Allen the discovery of the Endocannabinoid System - 420InSight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eDy5zdAt9o

'Weedman' case proves religious discrimination in Burlington County
http://www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/opinion/letters/weedman-case-proves-religious-discrimination-in-burlington-county/article_83776f68-b607-53c4-a28d-04f35963f491.html
and:
https://www.facebook.com/notes/ken-wolski/njweedman-proves-religious-discrimination-in-burlco/10153379365674808

CMMNJ Minutes for June 2015 Public Meeting

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes 
June 9, 2015

A NJ Senate Health Committee hearing is scheduled for Monday, 6/15/15 at 1:00 pm in Committee Room #1 in the Statehouse Annex to take public testimony on the following bills that CMMNJ supports:
S2898 - Authorizes medical marijuana for qualifying patients with PTSD.
S2899 - OKs transfer of excess medical marijuana between ATCs.

“CMMNJ TV”—episode taped 5/27, next taping: 6/30, noon to 4 pm. Guests?
June Thursday demonstrations at the Statehouse continue 6/11, 18 & 25, 11 am to 2 pm.

News: Gov. Christie vows to eliminate legalized marijuana if elected president.
U.S. House votes to stop DEA & DOJ from interfering with state medical marijuana laws, 6/3.
HUD’s policy “guidelines” for medical marijuana patients—evict them even if no conviction!
Former head of NJ’s MMP, John O’Brien, is now compliance officer at Pallia Tech in NY.
National Geographic and Time both have very positive cover stories on marijuana.

CMMNJ Patient Handbook is available--$10 donation suggested.  Handbooks should be in ATCs—letter sent to DOH asking permission for this today.

Upcoming Events: Trial of Jon Peditto, Toms River; 8/3/15; jury nullification attempt.
Smoke Down Prohibition 2.0: The Return, Friday, 7/10/15 at 4 pm in Love Park, Philly.
Slightly Stoopid, Stone Pony, Asbury Park, 7/11/15—Eric & Amanda volunteered.
Oaksterdam Certification Class, Washington, D.C., 6/27 & 6/28 ($600 for 13 hours).
Barbour lawsuit against LARC School & Maple Shade BOE.
Fundraiser for CMMNJ? CMMNJ needs to participate in more community events to raise funds and to collect more email addresses.

Recent events: "Patients Out of Time" conference, W. Palm Beach, Florida, 5/21-23/15.
NJWeedman’s appellate court oral arguments, 5/27, Hughes Justice Complex. Trenton.
NJ United for Marijuana Reform conference call, 5/7/15. https://www.njumr.org

Treasury report: Checking: $2401; PayPal: $3749.

CMMNJ's meetings are the second 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, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org

CMMNJ Meeting Agenda for May 12, 2015

Monthly Public Meeting Agenda 
Lawrence Township Library, Room #3
Tuesday, May 12, 2015 
7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM

Approve April 2015 minutes. Discuss:

CMMNJ testified at NJ Assembly Committee hearing on 3/16/15. The committee released two bills & one resolution which were approved by an Assembly floor vote. Senate support sought.

• A-3726 - Authorizes medical marijuana for qualifying patients with PTSD.
• A-4286 - OKs transfer of excess medical marijuana between ATCs.
• ACR-224 - Certain medical marijuana regulations are inconsistent with legislative intent: http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2014/Bills/ACR/224_I1.PDF 

“CMMNJ TV”—episodes taped 4/28: Next taping: 5/27, noon to 4 pm.

Weekly Thursday demonstrations at the Statehouse Annex on 5/7 & 5/14; with live Podcasts.

DOH rejects entire CMMNJ Petition for Rulemaking. Formal CMMNJ response pending.

DOH published its 2014 Annual Report in March 2015; DOH to add qualifying conditions.

CMMNJ Patient Handbook available--$10 donation suggested.

Upcoming Events: NJWeedman’s appeal of his conviction in Trenton postponed.
"Patients Out of Time" conference, W. Palm Beach, Florida, 5/21-23/15.  http://bit.ly/1z3o1Y3
Trial of Jon Peditto, Toms River; jury selection delayed a month; jury nullification attempt.

Recent events: 4/20 & 4/25 Protest, March & Concert, Trenton’s Mill Hill Park & Statehouse.
Poor People’s Parade for Pot (Global Marijuana March), 5/2, 2pm – 5pm, Camden, NJ.
CNN’s “WEED 3” with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, 4/19/15 at 9 pm.
420 marijuana legalization event with PhillyNORML, 4/18, Connie’s Ric Rac, S. Philly.
CMMNJ Board meeting, 4/22/15 at 7 pm

Treasury report: Checking: $2840; PayPal: $3681.

CMMNJ's meetings are the second 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, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org

Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes 
April 14, 2015

CMMNJ testified at NJ Assembly Committee hearing on 3/16. Two bills & one resolution were approved by an Assembly floor vote. Jim P. to work on CMMNJ Capwiz to get Senate support.
A-3726 - Authorizes medical marijuana for qualifying patients with PTSD.
A-4286 - OKs transfer of excess medical marijuana between ATCs.
ACR-224 - Certain medical marijuana regulations are inconsistent with legislative intent:
http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2014/Bills/ACR/224_I1.PDF

“CMMNJ TV”—episodes taped 3/31: Next taping: 4/28, noon to 4 pm.
Weekly Thursday demonstrations at the Statehouse resumed 4/2/15.
“Petition for Rulemaking:” DOH rejects entire CMMNJ Petition.
DOH published its 2014 Annual Report in March 2015; DOH commissioner says she will start process to add qualifying conditions to the NJ program. Media frenzy.
CARERS Act gains momentum in U.S. Congress--the first-ever such bill in U.S. Senate.
CMMNJ Patient Handbook available--$10 donation suggested.

Upcoming Events: CNN’s “WEED 3” with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, 4/19/15 at 9 pm.
420 marijuana legalization event with PhillyNORML, 4/18, Connie’s Ric Rac, S. Philly.
4/20 Protest, March & Concert, 8am – 8 pm, Trenton’s Mill Hill Park to the Statehouse.
Million Marijuana March, 5/2, 2pm – 5pm, Camden, NJ.
NJWeedman’s appeal of his conviction: oral arguments scheduled for 5/4, Trenton (postponed).
"Patients Out of Time" conference, W. Palm Beach, Florida, 5/21-23/15.  http://bit.ly/1z3o1Y3
Trial of Jon Peditto, Toms River; jury selection to start 4-5 weeks; jury nullification attempt.

Recent events:
NJ SPRING SMOKE-OUT, March 21 march to Trenton State House & rally.
“Medical Marijuana: Myths & Medicine,” PA State Nurses Assn., 3/26/15 Millersville Univ.
ASA’s National Medical Cannabis Unity Conference, March 27-31st in Washington, DC.
PA Joint Health & Judiciary Committees medical cannabis hearing, 3/24, Philadelphia.

Treasury report: Checking: $2846; PayPal: $3534.

More info:  Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org
Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Recent Media Coverage and Blogs:

Dr. Sanjay Gupta: It's time for a medical marijuana revolution
http://www.cnn.com/2015/04/16/opinions/medical-marijuana-revolution-sanjay-gupta/

Are New Jersey's marijuana laws outdated?
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/breaking/new-jersey-marijuana-laws-called-outdated-as-approaches/article_9cb30028-e5fc-11e4-bad1-dfe84c7cc4da.html?fb_action_ids=10152816344588657&fb_action_types=og.comments

Schedule I Constitutional, Rules Federal Judge
http://theleafonline.com/c/politics/2015/04/schedule-constitutional-rules-federal-judge/

Forced to the black market
http://www.northjersey.com/news/nj-state-news/forced-to-the-black-market-1.1305034

Lawyers afraid to defend N.J. medical marijuana dispensary
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/04/nj_medical_marijuana_dispensarys_legal_battle_coul.html

Smoking Marijuana for 50 Years, and Turning Out Just Fine
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/04/13/nyregion/after-50-years-of-smoking-marijuana-her-life-turned-out-nicely.html?smprod=nytcore-ipad&smid=nytcore-ipad-share&_r=0

Everything You Need to Know to Succeed in the Marijuana Industry Presented at Annual Cannabis World Congress in New York
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/everything-you-need-to-know-to-succeed-in-the-marijuana-industry-presented-at-annual-cannabis-world-congress-in-new-york-300064764.html

Congressional Research Service:
Marijuana: Medical and Retail— Selected Legal Issues
http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43435.pdf

N.J. medical marijuana dispensary workers withdraw petition to unionize
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/04/nj_medical_marijuana_dispensary_workers_withdraw_p.html

Chris Christie: ‘I Will Crack Down’ on Marijuana Legalization if President
http://www.thedailychronic.net/2015/42340/chris-christie-i-will-crack-down-on-marijuana-legalization-if-president/

Head of New Jersey's medical marijuana program resigns
http://mobile.philly.com/news/breaking/?wss=%2Fphilly%2Fnews%2Fbreaking&id=300019921&

Medical marijuana coming to Hudson County
Alternative Treatment Center projected to open this year
http://www.hudsonreporter.com/view/full_story/26586229/article-Medical-marijuana-coming-to-Hudson-County--Alternative-Treatment-Center-projected-to-open-this-year-?instance=latest_story

Watch cannabis conversation with NJWeedMan for 420 Day
http://www.nj.com/interact/2015/04/its_420_today_watch_our_live_cannabis_conversation_with_njweedman.html

Poll: If pot is legalized, would you light up?
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2015/04/poll_if_pot_is_legalized_would_you_light_up.html

Times have caught up with NJ Weedman
http://articles.philly.com/2015-04-21/news/61343761_1_marijuana-laws-legalizing-marijuana-the-weedman

4/20: The Blunt Truth About Marijuana & Taxes
http://www.forbes.com/fdc/welcome_mjx.shtml

Setting The Agenda For The Medical Marijuana Revolution
http://www.enewspf.com/latest-news/health-and-fitness/60590-setting-the-agenda-for-the-medical-marijuana-revolution.html

Marijuana liquid could be ally of kids with epilepsy, study says
http://www.nj.com/healthfit/index.ssf/2015/04/medical_marijuana_liquid_shows_promising_results_f.html

Rally message: Poor people need pot too
http://www.courierpostonline.com/story/news/local/south-jersey/2015/04/29/camden-pot-rally/26575551/

Global drug policy isn’t working. These 100+ organizations want that to change.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2015/05/05/global-drug-policy-isnt-working-these-100-organizations-want-that-to-change/

NJ Family Says Their Daughter is Being Denied the Medical Marijuana She Needs
http://www.myfoxphilly.com/story/28974154/nj-family?fb_action_ids=10152846197348657&fb_action_types=og.comments

Poor People's Parade for Pot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e57SbQfmQtQ

WEST WINDSOR: On 'Weed Day,' advocate asks council to pass resolution against legalization of non-medical marijuana
http://www.centraljersey.com/articles/2015/04/26/the_princeton_packet/news/doc5537c3e17537c405857133.txt#blogcomments

The Fully Baked Radio Show
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/sativa-cross

NJWeedman’s Passing the Joint: Sign of the times
http://www.trentonian.com/opinion/20150422/njweedmans-passing-the-joint-sign-of-the-times

NJWeedman’s Passing The Joint: Loving Trenton, hating the politics of racism
http://www.trentonian.com/opinion/20150501/njweedmans-passing-the-joint-loving-trenton-hating-the-politics-of-racism

NJ Weedman’s Passing the Joint: The Christie marijuana ultimatum is now a laughing stock
http://www.trentonian.com/opinion/20150415/nj-weedmans-passing-the-joint-the-christie-marijuana-ultimatum-is-now-a-laughing-stock

NJWeedman’s Passing the Joint: NJWeedman vs The Christie
http://www.trentonian.com/opinion/20150408/njweedmans-passing-the-joint-njweedman-vs-the-christie

Marijuana saves lives: At Camden awareness event, stories shared of medical miracles
http://www.nj.com/camden/index.ssf/2015/05/global_marijuana_march_comes_to_camden.html

CMMNJ Monthly Public Meeting Agenda for 6/10/14

Lawrence Twp. Library, Rm. #3
Tues., June 10, 2014, 7PM - 9PM 

Approve May 2014 minutes. Discuss:

Voter guide from ACLU NJ for NJ’s primary election in the 12th Congressional District:
https://www.aclu-nj.org/files/8614/0146/9042/CD12_Chart.pdf

House of Representatives votes to defund federal war on medical marijuana. NEW JERSEY 8 Yes votes; 3 No Votes: Dems – Holt, Y; Pallone, Y; Pascrell, Y; Payne, Y; Sires, Y. Reps – Frelinghuysen, N; Garrett, Y; Lance, N; LoBiondo, Y; Runyan, Y; Smith, N.

Growing support for Sen. Nick Scutari’s marijuana legalization legislation, S1896, and Assembly companion bill, A3094, sponsored by Asw. Linda Stender and Asm. Reed Gusciora.

Upcoming Events: Lancaster Cannabis Reform Rally, 6/7/14, Penn's Square, Lancaster, PA.
PA Medical Marijuana Bill, SB 1182, Hearing & Press Conference, 6/10/14, Harrisburg, PA
Central NORML NJ meeting, 6/9/14 at 7pm at Joe’s Mill Hill Saloon, Trenton, NJ
Taping of the CMMNJ TV Show, 6/24/14, all morning, Princeton TV Studio, Princeton, NJ

Recent events: Peter Lamont’s blogtalkradio Episode 52 with Ken Wolski, 5/22/14.
Patients Out of Time Conference, May 8 – 10, Portland, Oregon with certification course given by American Cannabis Nurses Assn.
“Ignorance is No Excuse” tour distributes the MMP A.G. guidelines to local P.D.’s.
Decarceration panel and demonstration, 5/2/14, New Brunswick, NJ.

Treasury report: Checking: $4014; PayPal: $3616.

CMMNJ's meetings are the second Tuesday of each month from 7 - 9 PM at the Lawrence Twp. Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Twp., Tel. #609.882.9246.  All are welcome.  (Meeting at the library does not imply Mercer County’s endorsement of our issue.)
More info:  Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org
Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes 
May 13, 2014

Growing support for Sen. Nick Scutari’s marijuana legalization legislation, S1896, and Assembly companion bill, A3094, sponsored by Asw. Linda Stender and Asm. Reed Gusciora: NJ State Prosecutor’s Assn. (150 state prosecutors) endorse legalization of marijuana!
ACLU NJ calls for legalization, taxation and regulation of marijuana as a top priority.
Gallup Poll from 10/13 show 58% of Americans support marijuana legalization.

Nick proposes using Princeton TV Station’s new studio on Nassau St. for a CMMNJ TV show. Nick to see about using Princeton TV station for medical marijuana info.

Poll on change.org to allow NJ adults to have access to edibles has almost 500 signatures:
http://www.ladybud.com/2014/04/22/new-jersey-change-org-petition-to-allow-edible-marijuana/

Daniel Price asks A.C. casinos where patients can use medical marijuana.

Proposal to have regional CMMNJ meetings—Board to discuss.

Cannabis Chronicles at:
http://funatfun.com/category/cannabis-chronicles/

“Ignorance is No Excuse” tour of NJ police departments with Lefty and Chuck document their attempt to find areas to safely medicate in NJ and
distribute the A.G. guidelines to local P.D.’s.

Upcoming Events: Patients Out of Time Conference, May 8 – 10, Portland, Oregon with certification course given by American Cannabis Nurses Assn.
Sparta, NJ protest in support of Scott Waselik, 5/16/14 at 8 am.

Recent events: 
Radio interview with Peter Lamont: Marijuana in the Garden State with Ken Wolski, 3/31/14.
Sentencing of Chris Goldstein & Don DeZarn 3/26 in federal court for marijuana possession--2 years supervised probation, $3000 fine, and both banned from Independence Hall National Park.

Treasury report: Checking: $3959; PayPal: $3882.

More info:  Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com
http://www.cmmnj.org

Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Recent Media Coverage and Blogs:

US House Bans Feds From Policing Medical Marijuana States
http://www.hightimes.com/read/us-house-bans-feds-policing-medical-marijuana-states

State By State Breakdown of How the US House of Representatives Voted for Medical Marijuana
http://www.thedailychronic.net/2014/32840/state-by-state-breakdown-of-how-the-us-house-of-representatives-voted-for-medical-marijuana/

House votes to restrict DEA marijuana raids
http://www.msnbc.com/rachel-maddow-show/house-votes-restrict-dea-marijuana-raids

Ingle: Legal pot has Christie fired up
http://www.app.com/story/opinion/columnists/2014/05/29/ingle-legal-pot-christie-fired/9738631/

Parents of Epileptic Children Nationwide Ask AG Holder to Reschedule Marijuana
http://www.thedailychronic.net/2014/32718/parents-of-epileptic-children-nationwide-ask-ag-holder-to-reschedule-marijuana/

Peter Lamont’s blogtalkradio Episode 52 with Ken Wolski, 5/22/14.
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/understandingthelaw/2014/05/22/episode-52-special-guest-ken-wolski

Where do the 12th Congressional District Candidates Stand on Civil Rights and Liberties Issues?   https://www.aclu-nj.org/files/8614/0146/9042/CD12_Chart.pdf

Keystone Cannabis Reform
http://www.gofundme.com/2atmdg

New Jersey Medical Marijuana Program: Don’t Leave Wounded Vets Behind
http://www.ladybud.com/2014/05/26/new-jersey-medical-marijuana-program-dont-leave-wounded-vets-behind/

Mike Whiter, Veteran Talks PTSD w/ NA Poe [Scrapple Interviews]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQyvAM4OOCo&list=UUnCSxNqqMBCtQsniANr_xeg

Relief of medical marijuana off-limits at N.J. hospitals
http://www.northjersey.com/news/relief-of-medical-marijuana-off-limits-at-n-j-hospitals-1.1022114?fb_action_ids=10152128661213657&fb_action_types=og.comments&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=288381481237582#sthash.bvyUuNO7.dpuf

Battle Over Medical Marijuana Pits State-vs-Federal Government
http://www.my9nj.com/story/25598235/battle-over-medical-marijuana-pits-state-vs-federal-government?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10194334

The Record: Medical pot haze
http://www.northjersey.com/opinion/opinion-editorials/medical-pot-haze-1.1022836

Medical Marijuana Not Permitted in Hospitals
http://www.njtvonline.org/news/video/medical-marijuana-not-permitted-in-hospitals/

New TV Ad Urges New York Gov. Cuomo to Support Medical Marijuana
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHq9XwpSbNo&feature=youtu.be

Pushing Back Against Pushing Back Against Marijuana
http://www.ladybud.com/2014/05/28/kevin-sabet-pushes-back-against-marijuana-legalization/

Memorial to Reform Activists
http://www.equalrights4all.org/memoriam.htm

NJ medical marijuana patients light up to support Sparta man
http://www.nj.com/sussex-county/index.ssf/2014/05/nj_medical_marijuana_patients_light_up_to_support_sparta_man.html#incart_river

Medical Marijuana Supporters to Gather at Sparta Municipal Building
http://thealternativepress.com/articles/medical-marijuana-supporters-to-gather-at-sparta

Atlantic City resident has cannabis conundrum for casinos
http://www.nbc40.net/story/25495251/atlantic-city-resident-has-cannabis-conundrum-for-casinos?fb_action_ids=10152108910618657&fb_action_types=og.comments&fb_source=aggregation&fb_aggregation_id=288381481237582

Patron wants Revel to clarify when, where he can use medical marijuana
http://m.pressofatlanticcity.com/communities/atlantic-city_pleasantville_brigantine/patron-wants-revel-to-clarify-when-where-he-can-use/article_c2db56f6-da31-11e3-95a5-001a4bcf887a.html?mode=jqm

Few patients so far for marijuana dispensary
http://www.10tv.com/content/stories/apexchange/2014/05/10/nj--member-exchange-medical-marijuana-dispensary.html

We call for the passage of a NJ Decarceration Act to deliver large scale reductions in NJ’s state adult and youth prison populations.
https://www.change.org/petitions/nj-state-senate-and-assembly-we-call-for-the-passage-of-a-nj-decarceration-act-to-deliver-large-scale-reductions-in-nj-s-state-adult-and-youth-prison-populations

Patients Out of Time Conference, 2014
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8hdLwFwWgY

Mathre: The ECS System Part 1, Education
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2CJlUoh-bw&list=PL0CsY39bcm1RyOZeWktI20NllsH1yB8pg

Medical cannabis: Be informed and challenge the myths
http://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2014/06/medical-cannabis-informed-challenge-myths.html

How Colorado has gone to pot
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-colorado-has-gone-to-pot/

Poll on change.org to allow NJ adults to have access to edibles
http://www.change.org/petitions/chris-christie-allow-edibles-for-patients-of-all-ages

NJ's medical marijuana program lacks compassion: Letter
http://www.nj.com/opinion/index.ssf/2014/05/njs_medical_marijuana_program_lacks_compassion_letter.html

Demonizing marijuana doesn’t serve public
http://www.mycentraljersey.com/story/opinion/readers/2014/05/16/pot-reform/9180181/

Medical marijuana seen to have dramatic effect on symptom relief
http://articles.philly.com/2014-05-05/news/49611703_1_dispensary-patients-compassionate-care-foundation

Marijuana provides the only seizure relief for my daughter: Opinion
http://www.nj.com/opinion/index.ssf/2014/05/marijuana_provides_the_only_seizure_relief_for_my_daughter_opinion.html

CMMNJ October 8, 2013 Meeting Agenda

Monthly Public Meeting Agenda, 
Lawrence Township Library, Room #2
Tuesday, October 8, 2013, 7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM

Approve September 2013 minutes.  Discuss:

There will be no November 2013 meeting due to a scheduling conflict with the library.

NJ’s Medicinal Marijuana Program: Greenleaf ATC reopened with limited access.  Egg Harbor ATC was scheduled to open in September, but never did. Woodbridge ATC (CCCofA) given grow permit by DOH.

CMMNJ Voter Registration Drive: New video: “Chris Christie Plays Politics with the Law. Sick patients suffer. Sometimes worse.” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZSPusqlxDs

Oral arguments in the lawsuit against DOH were heard in Appellate Court, Mt. Holly, 9/18/13. NORML NJ lawyers asked the court to continue the tort claims against the DOH, to force the DOH to do what the law requires, to declare certain regulations ultra vires (beyond the law), and to appoint CMMNJ a monitor for the Medicinal Marijuana Program.  The 3-judge panel may decide as early as November.

NJ.COM/Inside Jersey: Medical marijuana—one of the greatest medical stories of the past 5 yrs.

Upcoming Events:
Ewing Community Fest:  Sat., 10/5/13, 10 am to 5 pm at TCNJ.
Lawrence Community Day, 10/6/13, 12:30 – 4 pm, Lawrence Twp.
"Medical Marijuana: Legislation + Education = Blueprint for Change" New Jersey State Nurses Association Convention http://www.njsna.org/, 10/9/13, Bally, Atlantic City. CEUs.
Amy Doherty, Medford Court, 11/6/13, 4pm, medical marijuana possession case.

Recent events: Boston Freedom Rally, 9/14 & 15, Boston Commons
Martin Lee at Hamilton Barnes & Noble 9/30/13, Dinner at Bonnie Waltz’s home 9/29/13.
Smoke Down Prohibition IX, Liberty Bell, Philadelphia, 9/21/13.

Treasury report: Checking: $4297; PayPal: $3537. Billboard campaign continues.

The next CMMNJ meeting is December 10, 2013, 7 - 9 PM at the Lawrence Twp. Library.

More info:  Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com http://www.cmmnj.org
Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes, 
Lawrence Township Library, September 10, 2013; 7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM

August 2013 minutes approved.  Discussion:

S2842, the bill to improve access to medical marijuana, was signed into law by Gov. Christie at 5 pm today, 9/10/13.  (The conditionally vetoed bill passed in the Assembly on 9/9 by a vote of 69 – 1 – 4.) The new law eliminates the 3-strain limit, and allows edibles, but for minors only.   Gov. Christie insisted that a pediatrician and a psychiatrist are still required to OK medical marijuana for minors, in some cases in addition to the physician who recommends marijuana.

NJ’s Medicinal Marijuana Program: Greenleaf ATC reopened with limited access.  Egg Harbor ATC to open in September. Woodbridge ATC (CCCofA) given grow permit by DOH.

CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta endorsed medical marijuana. “Weed, Part II” is coming, as a follow up to Dr. Gupta’s important show, “Weed.”

Upcoming Events:
Ewing Community Fest:  Sat., 10/5/13, 10 am to 5 pm at TCNJ.
Boston Freedom Rally, 9/14 & 15, Boston Commons.
Martin Lee, at Hamilton Barnes & Noble 9/30/13, (Dinner at Bonnie Waltz’s home 9/29/13).
Lawrence Community Day, 10/6/13, Lawrence Twp., NJ.
"Medical Marijuana” NJSA convention, 10/9/13, Bally’s, Atlantic City.
Ed (NJ Weedman) Forchion, Evesham Court, 9/12/13 11:20 am (Brownie Day).
A hearing in the lawsuit against DOH: Appellate Court, Trenton, 9/18/13 at 10:00 am.

Recent events: Marijuana Reform Rally: Statehouse, Trenton, NJ, Sunday, 9/8/13, 3pm.
Slightly Stoopid, Stone Pony, Asbury Park, 8/27. Thanks to our volunteers!
Homegrown Radio (WRNJ) Interview, 8/22/13.
Smoke Down Prohibition VIII, Liberty Bell, Philadelphia, 8/31/13.
Frank Fulbrook Memorial, 9/6/13, Camden.
Pennsylvania State Nurses Association endorses medical marijuana.

Treasury report: Checking: $4986; PayPal: $3611. Billboard raised $562; campaign continues.
Next CMMNJ meeting: Oct. 8, 2013, 7 - 9 PM at the Lawrence Twp. Library.
More info:  Ken Wolski, RN, (609) 394-2137 ohamkrw@aol.com http://www.cmmnj.org
Facebook: Friends of CMMNJ: https://www.facebook.com/groups/62462971150/?fref=ts

CMMNJ, a 501(c)(3) public charity, is a non-profit educational organization.

Recent Media Coverage and Blogs:

Bellmawr seems OK with marijuana clinic
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/local/20130905_Bellmawr_seems_OK_with_marijuana_clinic.html 

LAWMAKERS READY TO APPROVE EASIER ACCESS TO MEDICAL MARIJUANA FOR KIDS
http://www.njspotlight.com/stories/13/09/06/lawmakers-ready-to-approve-easier-access-to-medical-marijuana-for-kids/

New Jersey Assembly approves medical marijuana changes
http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/local/new_jersey&id=9240445

N.J. lawmakers to revisit key measures after vetoes
http://articles.philly.com/2013-09-10/news/41906707_1_medical-marijuana-christie-edible-marijuana

N.J. Assembly OKs bill with medical pot changes
http://www.northjersey.com/news/NJ_Assembly_OKs_amended_bill_to_expand_medical_pot_for_children.html

Lawmakers Act on Christie’s Conditional Vetoes
http://www.njtvonline.org/njtoday/video/lawmakers-act-on-christies-conditional-vetoes/

N.J. Says O.K. to Medical Marijuana for Kids
http://www.nonprofitquarterly.org/policysocial-context/22877-n-j-says-o-k-to-medical-marijuana-for-kids.html

NJ Backs Edible Medical Pot for Sick Kids
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/NJ-Assembly-Backs-Edible-Medical-Pot-for-Sick-Kids-223108651.html

Southern NJ medical marijuana site poised to open
http://tbo.com/ap/health/issues/southern-nj-medical-marijuana-site-poised-to-open-ap_health_issues2598c2fac5b144b8ac9225af941c31e3

Pot or Prescription Painkillers – Which is the Bigger Gateway Drug? [POLL]
http://nj1015.com/pot-or-prescription-painkillers-which-is-the-bigger-gateway-drug-poll/

CMMNJ Hosts Martin A. Lee, Author of Smoke Signals and Acid Dreams
http://cmmnj.blogspot.com/2013/09/cmmnj-hosts-martin-lee-author-of-smoke.html

New Marijuana Drug Has Some Worried
http://www.myfoxphilly.com/story/23546506/new-marijuana-drug

Planned Expansion On Soon To Open Medical Marijuana Facility In South Jersey
http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2013/09/14/south-jersey-medical-marijuana-center-plans-to-expand/

REGULATING MEDICAL MARIJUANA ISN’T AS EASY AS YOU THINK http://www.ryot.org/regulating-medical-marijuana-isnt-easy-think/370117

Letter: Where are N.J. medical marijuana patients?
http://www.nj.com/south-jersey-voices/index.ssf/2013/09/letter_where_are_nj_medical_ma.html

Christie Signs Changes to Medical Marijuana Law
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Christie-Signs-Changes-to-Medical-Marijuana-Law-223856261.html

N.J. health officials 'dragging their feet' on medical marijuana, lawyers argue in court http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2013/09/nj_health_officials_dragging_their_feet_on_medical_marijuana_lawyers_argue_in_court.html

Court hears arguments in delay of state's medical marijuana program
http://www.phillyburbs.com/00redesign/news/local/court-hears-arguments-in-delay-of-state-s-medical-marijuana/article_c465d116-abd0-5de9-9528-60368bc217cd.html

Extra:

Top 10 New Jersey medical stories of the past five years
http://www.nj.com/inside-jersey/index.ssf/2013/09/top_10_new_jersey_medical_stories_of_the_past_five_years.html

Smoke Down Prohibition 8 Highlights
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7oG0XBkehgQ&feature=youtu.be

Cannabis-based Medicines for Opiate Dependence
http://www.examiner.com/article/cannabis-based-medicines-for-opiate-dependence

Jury Nullification vs. The Drug War: NJ Weedman on His Unlikely Marijuana Acquittal
http://reason.com/reasontv/2013/09/04/jury-nullification-vs-the-drug-war-nj-we

'Man, I'm not that high': N.J. Weedman talks the politics of pot http://www.nj.com/mercer/index.ssf/2013/09/man_im_not_that_high_nj_weedman_talks_politics_pot_and_the_art_of_protest.html

N.J. Weedman reports to Burlington County Jail to serve 270-day sentence for marijuana possession http://www.nj.com/mercer/index.ssf/2013/09/nj_weedman_reports_to_burlington_county_jail_to_serve_270-day_sentence_for_marijuana_possession.html

EAST WINDSOR: Senate candidate cited again for marijuana use
http://www.centraljersey.com/articles/2013/09/05/windsor_hights_herald/news/doc5228de1ad96aa673742715.txt

Weedman 2.0: Senate candidate lights up in public again
http://www.trentonian.com/article/20130903/NEWS01/130909940/weedman-2-0-senate-candidate-lights-up-in-public-again

“Smoke Down Prohibition” Marijuana Protest Returns to Philadelphia’s Liberty Bell on Saturday
http://www.thedailychronic.net/2013/25650/smoke-prohibition-marijuana-rally-returns-philadelphias-liberty-bell-saturday/

700 MEDICINAL USES OF CANNABIS SORTED BY DISEASE
http://www.encod.org/info/700-MEDICINAL-USES-OF-CANNABIS.html

Chris Christie Plays Politics with the Law. Sick patients suffer. Sometimes worse.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZSPusqlxDs

Project CBD
http://projectcbd.org/

Video: Numerous pot protesters arrested at ‘Smokedown Prohibition’ 9 http://blogs.philadelphiaweekly.com/phillynow/2013/09/23/smokedown-video/

HIGH TIMES at 24th Annual Boston Freedom Rally
http://www.hightimes.com/read/high-times-24th-annual-boston-freedom-rally

Cannabinoids and the Urinary Bladder
http://www.omicsonline.org/Cannabinoids-and-the-Urinary-Bladder-2161-0932.1000163.pdf

"Medical Marijuana: Legislation + Education = Blueprint for Change"
New Jersey State Nurses Association/Institute for Nursing Convention, October 9-11, 2013, at Bally's Casino & Resort, 1900 Pacific Avenue Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401.
MORE INFO: http://www.njsna.org/

Pennsylvania State Nurses Association (PSNA) Position Statement on Patients’ Safe Access to Therapeutic Marijuana

Background
History has documented the use of marijuana (cannabis) in medical settings since 28th century BCE China, and it was first introduced to the Western world in the early 19th century (Johnson, 2013). It was quickly adopted by health care professionals to treat various problems such as nausea, chronic pain and psychological disorders, and it was widely accepted in the United States until the Marijuana Tax Act of 1937 (Johnson, 2013). Since that time, it has undergone a complicated past of federal regulation regarding its use recreationally and medicinally.

Currently, marijuana is classified under the Controlled Substances Act as a Schedule I drug; possessors are subject to federal punishment and no clinician is permitted to prescribe, as it has no known medical value. Despite this regulation, 18 states and the District of Columbia have adopted laws to permit its use as a therapeutic medication in many disease entities (ProCon.org, 2013). Supporters of the legalization of medical marijuana advocate for the distinction between leisure and medicinal use of the drug, ensuring that with proper clinician oversight, abuse of the drug can be avoided. Many supporters specifically compare use of medical marijuana to the current practice of using opioids for symptom management, citing the fact that drugs like morphine have a greater potential (23 percent to 10 percent respectively) to become addicting yet are used for pain management across the health care continuum (Cohen, 2009). Additionally, they reference the zero to few deaths caused by illegal marijuana use as compared to use of legal federally-regulated prescription drugs (0 vs.10,008 in 2009, respectively).

There has been documentation of efficacy from medicinal marijuana, both smoked and in oral tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) form in pain control and reduction of spasticity, for improvement of glaucoma, asthma, seizures, appetite stimulation and in management of nausea (Joy, Watson & Benson, 1999; ACP, 2008). The results are highly variable. There is difficulty delineating true effects of cannabis from the emotional well-being resulting from smoked marijuana (“high”). Additionally, there is worry regarding the endorsement of a drug delivery system that involves smoking. There are also ongoing safety concerns – relatively poorly documented – regarding medical marijuana’s potential to exacerbate mental illness, to be a “gateway” for harder drugs, and to cause respiratory arrest and even death (Cohen, 2009). Due to the drug’s classification as a Schedule I drug, potential drug manufacturers and physicians have been unable to conduct rigorous clinical trials using the standard grade drug to draw definitive conclusions regarding the drug’s risk/benefit ratio.

Position
It is the position of PSNA that medical marijuana is worthy of further rigorous clinical testing. In order to weigh the true risks and benefits of medical marijuana, there must be a discussion and openness at the federal level regarding the conversion of marijuana from a Schedule I to Schedule II drug classification. Schedule II classification would allow testing of consistent grade medical marijuana in a randomized controlled fashion in order to ascertain the drug’s risk/benefit profile for a multitude of illnesses and symptoms. In addition, PSNA supports protection from prosecution for patients who currently use medicinal marijuana or for providers suggesting medicinal marijuana for relief of intractable conditions or symptoms. Lastly, PSNA shares concerns about the delivery system of smoking medication and, if this drug is approved, encourages the development of a more efficient drug delivery system.

Rationale
Marijuana has been used as a way to manage symptoms for chronic illness since ancient times. In 1999, The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommended that marijuana have its drug schedule classification changed in order to allow for more rigorous testing. Despite a persistent federal ban on marijuana, claims regarding its efficacy for a host of illnesses and symptoms have soared. As a result, more than a quarter of the states in the nation have adopted laws to legalize the drug for medicinal purposes despite the continued federal ban. Marijuana may be an important therapeutic adjunct in hard-to-manage illnesses and for persistent symptoms. Detangling the argument regarding the legalization of marijuana for medicinal vs. recreational use may allow a more open weighing of the evidence for consideration of the appropriate schedule classification. Well-designed, rigorous research must be performed to truly assess the relative benefits and risks of medicinal marijuana.

References
American College of Physicians (ACP). (2008). Supporting research into the therapeutic role of marijuana. Retrieved July 11, 2013 from http://www.acponline.org/acp_news/medmarinews.htm Cohen, P. J. (2009).

Medical marijuana: The conflict between scientific evidence and political ideology. Part one of two. Journal of Pain & Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy, 23(1), 4-25. Johnson, B. L. (2013).

Medical marijuana. Mental Health Practitioner’s Guide to HIV/AIDS, 301-303. Joy, J. E., Watson, S. J. & Benson, J. A. (1999).

Marijuana and medicine: Assessing the science base. National Academy of Science, Institute of Medicine.ProCon.org. (2013, July 1).

Medical marijuana: 18 legal medical marijuana states and DC laws, fees, and possession limits. Retrieved July 10, 2013 from
http://medicalmarijuana.procon.org/view.resource.php?resourceID=000881

CMMNJ May 14, 2013 Meeting Minutes

Monthly Public Meeting Minutes 
Tuesday, May 14, 2013; 7:00 PM -- 9:00 PM

7:00 PM: Meeting called to order. April 2013 minutes approved. Discussion:

Upcoming Events: 
Cheryl Miller Memorial in Trenton on Friday, June 7 from 11am to 3pm—Press Conference at the State House & march to Health Dept. for a rally. More on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/156388517866235/
Gay Pride Parade, Asbury Park, 6/2/13, noon to 7 pm; 
Green Fair, Bordentown, NJ, Sat., 6/8/13;
CMMNJ fundraiser, “The Pop Shop,” 6/12/13, 8am to 9pm, 729 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood 856-869-0111, (mention CMMNJ to your server), more at: http://www.thepopshopusa.com; 
D.C.: Silver Tour Lobby Day: First Ever Senior Marijuana Rally In Nation's Capitol, June 17. Great 28 minute video, “Should Grandma Smoke Pot?” at: http://www.gofundme.com/1wvgxk

NJ’s Medicinal Marijuana Program: DOH promises to open ATCs in Egg Harbor Twp., and Woodbridge by Sept. but these facilities still await DOH permits to grow marijuana. The lawsuit against DOH for failure to implement the MMP is progressing; oral arguments expected in late May. Only about 150 patients have received medical marijuana in NJ in 4th year of the program.

Recent events: 

Spreading the word at MS Walks, Newtown, PA & Ocean City, NJ; 
"Medical Marijuana Update," NJ Case Management Society, Woodbridge Hilton, 4/17/13; 
“The Science of Marijuana,” Ramapo College, 4/4/13 with Dr. Jahan Marcu; 
NORML NJ meeting 5/13, The Ale House, New Brunswick;
Radio interviews on WFAN with Bob Salter; 
CMMNJ Board of Directors meeting 5/2/13.

Treasury report: Current finances: Checking account: $4127; PayPal account: $3830. Billboard campaign on Facebook raised over $500:
http://www.giveforward.com/fundraiser/5w32/medical-marijuana-billboard-in-trenton

Next CMMNJ meeting: 6/11/13, 7 - 9 PM, Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, 08648. 

More info: 

Ken Wolski, RN, MPA, Executive Director

Coalition for Medical Marijuana—New Jersey, Inc.,  http://www.cmmnj.org 

219 Woodside Ave., Trenton, NJ 08618 

(609) 394-2137 

ohamkrw@aol.com  kenwolski@gmail.com

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