Americans for Safe Access
Americans for Safe Access (ASA) is a non-profit organization based in the United States that advocates for safe and legal access to cannabis for therapeutic uses and research. ASA works in partnership with local, state, and federal legislators to create policies that improve access to medical cannabis for both patients and researchers. ASA provides legal training for and medical information to patients, attorneys, health and medical professionals, and policymakers throughout the United States.
History[edit | edit source]
Americans for Safe Access was founded in 2002 by Steph Sherer in response to federal raids on medical cannabis providers in California. Since its inception, ASA has successfully influenced local, state, and federal policy and legislation in favor of safe access to medical cannabis.
Advocacy[edit | edit source]
ASA's advocacy efforts include a comprehensive strategy that combines public education, impact litigation, grassroots development and advocacy, and media campaigns. The organization also provides direct support and resources to patients, caregivers, and physicians navigating the legalities and practicalities of medical cannabis access.
Legal Actions[edit | edit source]
ASA has been involved in numerous legal actions to protect the rights of medical cannabis patients and providers, including landmark cases before the United States Supreme Court. The organization also provides legal support and training to attorneys representing medical cannabis defendants.
Research[edit | edit source]
ASA is committed to promoting research into the medical uses of cannabis. The organization advocates for the removal of cannabis from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act to facilitate this research. ASA also publishes reports on various aspects of medical cannabis, including state of the science, physician's guides, and patient's guides.
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