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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · 16d

CA's cannabis excise tax is back to 15% effective Oct 1st. As a leading AB 564 co-sponsor, Cal NORML thanks our supporters who lobbied in person and sent over 10,500 letters. Thank you @matthaneysf.bsky.social for authoring this legislation & for joining the Yes on AB 564 kick-off Press Conference!

A group of Cal NORML supporters attend a press conference with Assembly Member Haney during Citizen Lobby Day on the steps of a California state Capitol, holding signs supporting AB 564. Text explains the cannabis excise tax law's passage, credits Cal NORML, and thanks supporters for their action.

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NORML @normlorg.bsky.social · 22d

🌿 "California NORML is proud to have taken a leadership role sponsoring this bill," @canorml.bsky.social Coordinator Dale Gieringer said. "Cannabis is already heavily over-taxed relative to comparable products like beer, wine, and tobacco in California." #NORML #marijuana #cannabis #California

California Lawmakers Advance Legislation Halting Cannabis Tax Hike

Rolls backs 25% hike that took effect 7/1 and pauses future increases until 6/30/28

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · 25d

LAST STEP to #rollbackthetax! AB 564 is on Governor Newsom's desk. Help roll back the California cannabis excise tax by telling him to sign AB 564. It takes less than a minute to make your voice heard; if you have two minutes, you can edit and personalize our template for extra impact. #canorml

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Aug 30

A key victory for cannabis advocates: CA Senate Appropriations Committee approved the excise tax rollback bill AB 564 (Haney). The bill would reset the excise tax rate at 15% this October, repealing the recent increase to 19%. Cal NORML is a proud AB 564 co-sponsor. actionnetwork.org/letters/halt...

Text reads, "AB 564 Advances
to State Senate
Take Action Today! with a red stop sign image with leaf and text, "ROLL BACK THE TAX! YES ON AB 564" with an arrow pointing to a QR code to the Cal NORML action alert

California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · May 6

Thanks to all who wrote letters thus far, and to those who attended yesterday's hearing. AB 564 will now head to the Appropriations committee. We're not done yet!
www.canorml.org/stophigherta...

#stophighertaxes #YesonAB564 #canorml #cannabiscommunity

A picture of Cal NORML Director, Dale Gieringer presenting a paper explaing that 1420 Californians signed letters in support of AB 564 at the legislative hearing on May 5th. Text reads: "AB 564 (Haney) Advances! Stay tuned for next steps:
CaNORML.org/stophighertaxes2"

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · May 4

The hearing on Monday is at the State Capitol, Room 126 in Sacramento.

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · May 1

AB 564 (Haney), to stop a 25% cannabis tax increase this July, will be before the Assembly Revenue and Tax committee on Monday, May 5 at 2:30 PM. Come and show your support and write to your Assemblymember:
actionnetwork.org/letters/stop... #StopHigherTaxes

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Apr 18

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4/20/25 Specials from Cal NORML: Gifts and Discounts for Personal and Business Memberships - CaNorml.org

Join Cal NORML now through the end of April with a discounted $42 membership and get a free thank-you gift: Our popular burlap sack printed with a "California

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Apr 18

This 4/20, Join Cal NORML on the road to ever improving conditions for California Cannabis consumers.
Next Exit: #StopHigherTaxes #YesonAB564

Membership Specials now through 4/30:
Individual Membership with Free Gift — $42/year
Business Membership with online listing & other benefits— $420/year

A white Road sign with images of cannabis leaves, the state of California, and 420. Text reads, " April Membership Specials" California NORML is included with text "canorml.org/420-2025"

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Apr 1

Every Signature counts! Send a letter today in support of AB 564. actionnetwork.org/letters/stop...
California is set to increase its excise tax on cannabis from 15% to as much as 19% starting on July 1, 2025
Support Patients, Consumers and Small Businesses — Tell your legislators Yes on AB 564

Red Stop sign image with text: "Stop Higher Taxes! Yes on AB 564"

Text reads. "You Are NOT Paranoid. We are Overtaxed." Image of Current California Excise Taxes for various products

Text reads, "And it Could Get Worse this July" Image of expected California Excise Tax increase on cannabis to 19%

Text reads, "There is a Solution. Cal NORML-Sponsored AB-564 (Haney) Halts the Increase" Image of a red stop sign shape with text, "STOP HIGHER TAXES YES ON AB 564"

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Feb 20

Our sources are: Legislative Analysist’s Office, “Comparing Taxes on Cannabis to Taxes on Other Products in California” lao.ca.gov/Publications...
and Department of Cannabis Control, “Price Per Unit Report”
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Comparing Taxes on Cannabis to Taxes on Other Products in California

In this post, we describe some of the similarities and differences between taxes on cannabis and taxes on other products in California. Our estimates suggest that taxes on certain cannabis products ar...

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Berkeley Patients Group @mybpg.bsky.social · Feb 19

According to @canorml.bsky.social , which sponsors A.B. 564, the state levies a 1-cent tax on a glass of wine, 2 cents on a can of beer, 8 cents on a shot of liquor, and roughly 14 cents on a single cigarette, while one cannabis pre-roll is taxed at $1.24 under the current 15% excise tax.

California Bill Aims to Repeal Cannabis Excise Tax Increase

The legislation would block the current 15% retail tax from automatically jumping to 19% on July 1.

www.cannabisbusinesstimes.com

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Feb 18

A bill sponsored by Cal NORML, AB 564 (Haney) would block a pending excise tax increase on #cannabis, from 15% to as much as 19% starting on July 1, 2025. Cannabis is already unfairly overtaxed in California. #StopHigherTaxes

More: www.canorml.org/stophigherta...

Cal NORML Sponsors Bill to Block Cannabis Tax Increase - CaNorml.org

A bill sponsored by Cal NORML, AB 564 (Haney) has been introduced to block a pending excise tax increase on cannabis.

www.canorml.org

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Feb 5

Read all about it: www.canorml.org/governor-new...

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Jan 27

ALL HANDS ON DECK! The CA cannabis industry is facing an automatic excise tax INCREASE from 15%-19% this July unless the legislature acts. Cal NORML is working on a legislative proposal to address over taxation, with an emphasis on protecting medical patients. Join Us: www.canorml.org/lobbyday2025/

Photo of Lobby Day participants from 2024 with invitation from California NORML and Americans for Safe Access to attend Citizen Lobby Day on March 24, 2025. Empowering. Text reads, “Educational. Enjoyable. Join Us in Sacramento!”

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Dec 3

Don't forget Cal NORML on #GivingTuesday!

Cal NORML 2024 Accomplishments and Plans for 2025 - CaNorml.org

Read about Cal NORML's activities in 2024 and our plans for 2025. Support our efforts on behalf of California's cannabis consumers!

www.canorml.org

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Nov 25

The "Dept of Govt Efficiency" (isn't that an oxymoron?) is off to an unpromising start. Vivek Ramaswamy advocates increasing the DEA budget.
www.marijuanamoment.net/trumps-pick-...
If there was ever a govt agency that should be on the chopping block, it's the Dept of Drug Enforcement Abuse.

Trump's Pick To Lead Government Spending Cuts At 'DOGE' Wants DEA Expanded Despite Supporting Marijuana Legalization - Marijuana Moment

A non-governmental advisory body that President-elect Donald Trump is putting together will have two familiar names helming the ship: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. And while both are proponents of ma...

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Nov 20

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Sacramento City Council Approves Pilot Cannabis Consumption Lounge Program - CaNorml.org

Both Type 1 licenses, allowing for noninhaled cannabis, and Type 2 licenses, allowing for smoking and vaping at lounges, were approved.

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Nov 19

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Etienne Fontan @atn420.bsky.social · Nov 19

VAC Councilmember Etienne Fontan told Marijuana Moment on Monday that the group is “exploring the appeal option and consulting with counsel on that issue, since the judge recommended that in his footnotes.”

DEA Judge Rejects Veterans Group's Petition To Participate In Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing - Marijuana Moment

A Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) judge has rejected a veterans group’s petition to participate in an upcoming hearing on the Biden administration’s marijuana rescheduling proposal, which the or...

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Lester Black @leddder.bsky.social · Nov 18

I discovered a pretty crazy stat in reporting this story. Last week a Southern California mega farm reported harvesting 232,000 pounds of cannabis in the previous quarter. That's more pot than all 1,000+ farms in Humboldt County harvested during the same time period, combined.

Lester Black @leddder.bsky.social · Nov 18

In 2015, Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom went on a tour of Northern California, promising legacy pot farmers he'd protect them from big corporate interests. Ten years later, cannabis is legal, Newsom got a promotion to governor, and small cannabis farms have been decimated.

www.sfgate.com/cannabis/art...

A 'monstrous problem' created 7 years ago haunts Calif.'s weed industry

A trail of broken promises has left legal cannabis farmers in California's Emerald Triangle reeling and on the verge of going out of business.

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Drug Policy Alliance @drugpolicy.org · Nov 18

There are concerns that Trump’s marijuana reform will prioritize business interests over the concerns of everyday Americans—like health, preventing corporate control of legal markets & ending federal criminalization.

Read the piece, feat. DPA’s Cat Packer
www.forbes.com/sites/darios...

What Can We Expect From Trump On Cannabis Reform?

Understanding how Trump might influence cannabis reform in his second term is crucial for anticipating the future of the industry in the United States.

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Nov 19

TELL SACRAMENTO CITY COUNCIL TO ALLOW CANNABIS CONSUMPTION LOUNGES - CaNorml.org

On Tuesday, November 19 the Sacramento City Council will vote on a proposed ordinance allowing for a five-year pilot program for indoor cannabis consumption

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California NORML @canorml.bsky.social · Nov 19

Oakland City Council Exempts Cannabis from Residential Smoking Ban - CaNorml.org

In a victory for cannabis consumers, the Oakland City Council voted to exempt cannabis from a proposed total ban on smoking and vaping in multi-unit dwellings.

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Chris Conrad @actualrhetorical.bsky.social · Nov 19

Finding ways to save the craft and heritage cannabis growers and markets means carving out niche markets and then growing on that base. Check out this report at TheLeafOnline.com.
www.theleafonline.com/c/health-wel...

Retailers add 'organic cannabis' section to shops - The Leaf Online

As health concerns and demand rise, cannabis shops are adding organic product sections to their stock of flowers, edibles and extract.

www.theleafonline.com

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