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H.Res.1540 Supporting the goal of eradicating illicit marijuana cultivation on Federal lands and calling on the Director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy ..., 111th Congress

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  • Latest Action: Dec 08, 2010 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 400 - 4 (Roll no. 613).

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  • This bill's most-recent vote occurred on December 08, 2010, with a roll call of 400 ayes, 4 nays, and 29 not voting.

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  • 75% of users oppose H.Res.1540

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  • H.Res.1540 has been viewed 3,729 times

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    Most-commented sections of the bill text

    • Whereas former Director of National Drug Control Policy John P. Walters declared in 2007: ‘America’s public lands are under attack. Instead of being appreciated as national treasures, they are being exploited and destroyed by foreign drug trafficking organizations and heavily armed Mexican marijuana cartels who have turned them into ground zero for drug cultivation. These violent drug traffickers are endangering America’s outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen, and the sensitive ecosystems of our wilderness.’; (1 comments, Link )

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      specifically, this section of the legislation: "Whereas former Director of National Drug Control Policy John P. Walters declared in 2007: ‘America’s public lands are under attack. Instead of being appreciated as national treasures, they are being exploited and destroyed by foreign drug trafficking organizations and heavily armed Mexican marijuana cartels who have turned them into ground zero for drug cultivation. These violent drug traffickers are endangering America’s outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen, and the sensitive ecosystems of our wilderness.’;",

    Highest Rated User Comments

    • On December 04, 2010, by opm118 - The war on drugs is a fraud and a failure and cannabis is healthy.

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      As noted by opm118, a user on OpenCongress.org, on December 04, 2010, "The war on drugs is a fraud and a failure and cannabis is healthy."
    • On December 08, 2010, by Murmaxx - It is time to end this silly prohibition. A time is coming when everyone will reject the lies and propaganda and a shameful era of American history will thankfully fade into the past.

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      As noted by Murmaxx, a user on OpenCongress.org, on December 08, 2010, "It is time to end this silly prohibition. A time is coming when everyone will reject the lies and propaganda and a shameful era of American history will thankfully fade into the past."
    • On January 16, 2011, by invient - This does not solve the "problem"... as long as there is a demand, then there will be a supply, and the governments efforts are futile and a plain waste of tax payer dollars.... legalize it, regulate it, control it... this plant is just too beneficial to humans, for it to be illegal to grow and use is the true crime... I wish my major was chem/biochem so I may be able to genetically modify soy and corn to have the CBD/THC genes and then randomly sow the seed everywhere until it mixes with the general population.... hey maybe I could get the patent on it and sue everyone that happens to have it growing on their field and make a ton of cash... monsanto did it!

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      As noted by invient, a user on OpenCongress.org, on January 16, 2011, "This does not solve the "problem"... as long as there is a demand, then there will be a supply, and the governments efforts are futile and a plain waste of tax payer dollars.... legalize it, regulate it, control it... this plant is just too beneficial to humans, for it to be illegal to grow and use is the true crime... I wish my major was chem/biochem so I may be able to genetically modify soy and corn to have the CBD/THC genes and then randomly sow the seed everywhere until it mixes with the general population.... hey maybe I could get the patent on it and sue everyone that happens to have it growing on their field and make a ton of cash... monsanto did it!"

    Highly Rated Blog Articles

    • S.J.Res.37: A joint resolution to disapprove a rule ... - OpenCongress - February 15, 2012 by opencongress.org - Or, if you know of a news article about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this page and the web address of your suggested news article: Our editorial team will post relevant links as quickly as possible. ... I oppose S.J.Res.37 - A j

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      As noted by opencongress.org on February 15, 2012, "Or, if you know of a news article about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this page and the web address of your suggested news article: Our editorial team will post relevant links as quickly as possible. ... I oppose S.J.Res.37 - A j" (/url?q=http://www.opencongress.org/bill/112-sj37/show&sa=U&ei=gzZgT-OGNoWIsQL6gIWmCA&ved=0CCwQmAEwAQ&usg=AFQjCNFHU7dzNpW-1nhbpx1LMLzz8-CAEg)
    • S.J.Res.37: A joint resolution to disapprove a rule ... - OpenCongress - February 15, 2012 by opencongress.org - Or, if you know of a news article about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this page and the web address of your suggested news article: Our editorial team will post relevant links as quickly as possible. ... I oppose S.J.Res.37 - A j

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      As noted by opencongress.org on February 15, 2012, "Or, if you know of a news article about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this page and the web address of your suggested news article: Our editorial team will post relevant links as quickly as possible. ... I oppose S.J.Res.37 - A j" (/url?q=http://www.opencongress.org/bill/112-sj37/show&sa=U&ei=kItfT8-YFIri2AW4tumDCA&ved=0CCYQmAEwAA&usg=AFQjCNHprTBmxrdAYHTvyG8aBhhYFA4yZw)
    • S.J.Res.37: A joint resolution to disapprove a rule ... - OpenCongress - February 15, 2012 by opencongress.org - Or, if you know of a news article about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this page and the web address of your suggested news article: Our editorial team will post relevant links as quickly as possible. ... I oppose S.J.Res.37 - A j

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      As noted by opencongress.org on February 15, 2012, "Or, if you know of a news article about this bill to display here, email us the web address of this page and the web address of your suggested news article: Our editorial team will post relevant links as quickly as possible. ... I oppose S.J.Res.37 - A j" (/url?q=http://www.opencongress.org/bill/112-sj37/show&sa=U&ei=seFeT6XRI7D2sQLfh9GCCA&ved=0CCYQmAEwAA&usg=AFQjCNH-GhE-4LJ_RI63IhUsPUAC7S9msw)

    Highly Rated News Articles

    • The Corner - December 07, 2010 by National Review Online - Jared Polis (D-CO) agreed with the goals of H. Res. 1540, but said the only way to accomplish such objectives would be to eliminate “the failed policy of ...

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      As noted by National Review Online on December 07, 2010, " Jared Polis (D-CO) agreed with the goals of H. Res. 1540, but said the only way to accomplish such objectives would be to eliminate “the failed policy of ... " (http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/254836/threat-level-high-kevin-d-williamson)
    • "One Minutes" (15 per side) - December 07, 2010 by Congress Matters - Smith (NJ) - Foreign Affairs) H.Res. 1540 - Supporting the goal of eradicating illicit marijuana cultivation on Federal lands and calling on the Director of ...

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      As noted by Congress Matters on December 07, 2010, " Smith (NJ) - Foreign Affairs) H.Res. 1540 - Supporting the goal of eradicating illicit marijuana cultivation on Federal lands and calling on the Director of ... " (http://www.congressmatters.com/story/2010/12/8/2520/-Today-in-Congress)
    • On Tuesday, the House will meet at 12:30 pm for Morning Hour debate and 2:00 ... - December 05, 2010 by Congress Matters - Thune - Financial Services) H.Res. 1540 - Supporting the goal of eradicating illicit marijuana cultivation on Federal lands and calling on the Director of ...

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      As noted by Congress Matters on December 05, 2010, " Thune - Financial Services) H.Res. 1540 - Supporting the goal of eradicating illicit marijuana cultivation on Federal lands and calling on the Director of ... " (http://www.congressmatters.com/story/2010/12/6/2518/-This-Week-in-Congress)
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