Articles By Laura Gamba
Colombia Nearly Legalizes Cannabis, But Falls Short in Final Vote
An adult use bill advanced farther than ever before. But opposition to reforms, and to the president, led to a seven-vote gap.
Is Colombia Close to Overturning Cannabis Prohibition? A Bill Inches Ahead
With a new Congress and a new president, an adult use bill is advancing that could flip the switch by June if not sooner.
Colombia: A New President Could Jump-Start Cannabis
The industry will be seen as a player in the economy—and likely legalized—after President-elect Gustavo Petro takes office on August 7.
Mexico: Cannabis Regulation is Still Stalled
A proposal circulated but was quickly halted as ruling party members disagreed on the way forward.
Mexico: Cannabis Legalization Stumbles—Again
Three years after the Supreme Court ruled out prohibition, lawmakers still haven’t reached consensus on regulation.
Costa Rica Hits the Brakes on Legalizing Medical Cannabis and Hemp
After months of delays, a bill to legalize and regulate both came within a whisker of passing. But it was re-routed at the last minute, and its future is unclear.
Panama’s President Signs a Medicinal Cannabis Bill
After a five-year push, activists celebrated the new law, though some of them say it is still too restrictive.
Argentina Prepares to Expand Medical Cannabis and Hemp Industries
A bill regulating both has already passed in the Senate and it is expected to sail through the Chamber of Deputies.
With Exports, Colombia Aims to “Play Big” in the Global Cannabis Industry
President Iván Duque issued a decree to lift a ban on cannabis flower exports, five years after medical cannabis became legal, and the industry sees opportunity.
