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Only 12 States Funding Crucial Cannabis Research Efforts

3/30/2025

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Only 17 out of 38 states that have legalized cannabis are investing in research funding, with a mere 12 actually allocating resources. This study underscores the urgent need for states to prioritize cannabis research, as federal support is scarce and often skews towards highlighting risks over potential benefits, impacting informed policy and public health.

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Only 17 out of 38 states that have legalized cannabis are investing in research funding, with a mere 12 actually allocating resources. This study underscores the urgent need for states to prioritize cannabis research, as federal support is scarce and often skews towards highlighting risks over potential benefits, impacting informed policy and public health.