The District Department of Health has notified four businesses on Tuesday, letting them know that they have cleared the last major hurdle and are now eligible to open medical marijuana dispensaries in Washington, D.C. Their next step is to acquire permits and begin the normal process of opening businesses within the District of Columbia.

Pat Robertson, host of The 700 Club and founder of the Christian Coalition and Christian Broadcasting Network, is the kind of guy that usually opposes marijuana legislation. Deeply religious, conservative, and butt of a couple good jokes, Robertson reiterated this week that he's in favor of marijuana legalization. Not because he's looking for a relaxing night with lady cannabis, but because it would help fix a broken prison system.

Oakland, CA – The IRS threatens to turn back the clock on medical cannabis. A national alliance of industry leaders, patients and elected officials are fighting back with a new project aimed at education and policy change.

On Monday, we let you know that the ASA declared this week "Medical Marijuana Week." This is just a reminder that tomorrow is a day of rallies, and if you live in Arizona, California, Maine, New Jersey, Oregon or Washington, you can join other individuals interested in providing patients with safe access to medical marijuana!
If you're interested in joining a rally tomorrow, find one near you on the ASA website!