Our Commitment

Michigan NORML is dedicated to advocating for the rights and interests of Michigan's cannabis consumers. Our mission is to effectuate policy change, ensuring consumer protection, employee rights, patient access, and the federal legalization of cannabis.

What We Do

Strategic Policy Advocacy

Cannabis Consumer Advocacy: Promulgate standards that guarantee consumer safety, support transparent labeling, and foster informed purchasing decisions.
- Employee Rights: Articulate clear guidelines for cannabis consumption relative to the workplace and navigate the intricacies of drug testing protocols to safeguard the rights of employees.
- Patient Access: Uphold the rights of patients to obtain and utilize medical cannabis, countering the misconceptions associated with its use.
- Public Consumption: Reevaluate public consumption laws, including legal protections, and advocate for reasonable policies that respect individual freedom while acknowledging public health perspectives.

De-scheduling Initiative: Strategize efforts for the removal of cannabis from the list of state and federal controlled substances, recognizing the need for reclassification informed by science.
- State Legalization: Campaign rigorously for state laws that reflect the will of the people, sanctioning the use, production, and distribution of cannabis responsibly.
- Federal Legalization: Campaign rigorously for federal laws that reflect the will of the people, sanctioning the use, production, and distribution of cannabis responsibly.

Licensing for Events and Lounges: Synergize with regulatory bodies to streamline the issuance of licenses for cannabis events and lounges, emphasizing fair practices and compliance.

How We Do It

Core Values

Our approach to cannabis reform is rooted in factual evidence and humanitarian considerations. We strive to:

1. Advocate Rigorously: Champion for the advancement of laws that embody a nuanced understanding of cannabis consumption and its multiple contexts.

2. Educate Thoroughly: Convey clear directives to educate the community on responsible usage and the legitimate benefits of cannabis.

3. Protect Earnestly: Ensure the security of consumer data and uphold privacy laws in the dynamic landscape of cannabis commerce and medicine.

By maintaining a precise and technical tone in our advocacy, we provide actionable, fact-based information and resources to facilitate understanding, compliance, and empowerment among stakeholders. NORML of Michigan is at the vanguard of policy advocacy, delivering clarity, precision, and a staunch commitment to advancing cannabis reform for a more inclusive and comprehensive societal approach.