The Blog | Ethan Nadelmann: Governor Richardson Poised to be First Presidential Candidate to Enact Medical Marijuana Legislation | The Huffington Post: "New Mexico is on the verge of becoming the twelfth state to approve doctor-recommended medical marijuana for the sick and dying, and only the fourth state legislature to enact such a measure. Following intense debate, the New Mexico House passed the measure after including an amendment to prevent distribution of medical cannabis within 300 feet of any church, school or day-care center.
Gov. Richardson summed up the battle's high stakes, 'I am pleased that the Legislature did the right thing, reconsidered this important bill and supported a humane option for New Mexicans who endure some of the most painful diseases imaginable...'"
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