Save-the-Date!
Announcing ASA's 1st National Conference

February 22nd - 25th, 2013
Washington D.C.

We are pleased to announce ASA's 1st National Conference being held February 22nd-25th in Washington, DC. As we continue to fight for safe access in 2013, we will be facing either Obama in his second term or a new administration altogether, not to mention a new congress. This is our opportunity to show strength in unity and to have our voices heard to ensure that safe access is a priority to our elected representatives. You will be able to network with fellow activists from around the country, attend panels and workshops to improve your skills and increase your knowledge, and to engage in direct lobbying efforts. We will be offering many ways to help you and your loved ones make it to this conference. It's only 129 days away; start saving now so you can be a part of this incredible opportunity! Make sure to check back for weekly updates, including unique fundraising opportunities and location details. We cannot wait to see you in 2013!

Medical Cannabis Endorsements
Safe access to cannabis for patients and research has been endorsed by a growing number of professional healthcare organizations, including the American Public Health Association, the American Nurses Association, and most recently, the Medical Student Section of the American Medical Association.
Take Action
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Media
ASA pics and videos
Democrats for Safe Access
The coalition of medical marijuana patients and supporters organized under the name Democrats for Safe Access.
Legal Manual
This exhaustive legal manual gives you the nuts and bolts of medical marijuana law in California: becoming a patient and caregiver, legal defense, and organizing for successful court solidarity among other useful items.

AB 2279: 2008 Medical Cannabis Emploment Bill
This bill would reverse the California Supreme Court's decision in Ross vs. RagingWire. The Court ruled that an employer is allowed to fire an employee solely because of his/her status as a medical cannabis patient. AB 2279 would ensure a medical cannabis patient's right to work and end employment discrimination against patients.
H.R. 1717
The text of the bill.

Who is ASA
This packet (pdf) details who ASA is, what ASA has done, and where ASA is going.
Putting Patients First Training Comes to Los Angeles
This newly designed ASA training is an essential basic course for anyone serious about working professionally with patients in the medical cannabis field.
Putting Patients First Training Comes to Los Angeles
This newly designed ASA training is an essential basic course for anyone serious about working professionally with patients in the medical cannabis field
Putting Patients First Training
ASA is now offering introductory training for Medical Cannabis Professionals, Activists, and Patients. This newly designed ASA training is an essential basic course for anyone serious about working professionally with patients in the medical cannabis field.
LA Court Rejects Strict Dispensary Ordinance
by Kris Hermes
December 22nd, 2010
Officials Respond with Greater Restrictions
World AIDS Day 2010
The theme of this important day is Universal Access and Human Rights, something we as members of the medical cannabis movement can certainly understand and get behind. ASA's website went red for the day in recognition of this event.
2010 Election Voter Guides
Americans for Safe Access has released 2010 Election Voter Guides to help medical cannabis advocates make informed choices about the candidates and ballot measures that advance the safe access agenda.
Putting Patients First
ASA Introductory Training for Medical Cannabis Professionals Saturday, November 13, 2010 - 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Legal Cannabis Institute
Evaluating Dispensary Ordinances
This is a quick guide on what should be, and what should not be, in city and county ordinances to best support safe access for medical cannabis patients.
ASA is making our first viral video! we want you to be in it!
We want you to be in it! Send your picture holding a sign that reads "I am a patient" to Rachel@safeaccessnow.org
A National Strategy to Secure Safe Access for Every American 2010-2012
ASA'S roadmap to win safe and legal access to medical marijuana
Medical Cannabis in California
Behind the sensational headlines, cities across California have been implementing programs for safe and reliable access to medical cannabis, despite federal raids and intimidation. In this DVD, Americans for Safe Access presents interviews with some of the elected officials who are working to create a plan that meets the needs of California's medical cannabis patients.
ASA Community Forum on Medical Cannabis
Patients and community members interested in medical cannabis are welcome to attend this free event to explore recent developments regarding regulations for patients' associations in Los Angeles and other communities. Saturday, January 16
ASA Holiday Party!
Come celebrate with us on December 16th!
The raids continue -- when will the policy change?
On August 12th, seven different law enforcement agencies conducted raids on two L.A. medical marijuana dispensaries. Tell President Obama and U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to end medical marijuana raids today.
Charles Lynch Sentencing Update
ASA Chief Counsel Joe Elford testified to explain how Lynchss collective was legal under state law. Judge Wu continued the sentencing to June 11 asked both sides for briefs on Lynch's options if he decides to sentence Lynch to only one year and a day.
Opening a New Medical Cannabis Dispensing Collective
by Don Duncan
September 11th, 2008
ASA Featured in New Website: Opposing Views
July 25th, 2008
ASA is featured on OpposingViews.com, a new website that provides valuable information on a variety of social issues facing Americans. The debate on medical cannabis begins with the question, “Should medical marijuana be federally legalized?”
New ASA Community Features!
Join ASA's online community! Connect with other supporters through our take action page, map of resources, blog, discussion forums, Facebook cause, MySpace page, and YouTube channel.
2008 California Medical Cannabis Bills
This year, for the first time in history, the California state legislature will consider four medical cannabis bills. We need your help to pass these bills!
2007 National Field Report
This report provides a snapshot of the local, state, and national campaigns ASA's chapters and affiliates worked on in 2007. Download the report today.
Enter ASA's Online Forum
Discussion forums about medical cannabis.
Jurors Rights Education Campaign
Prosecutors fight hard to keep any information about medical cannabis out of courtrooms to make sure that they get their conviction. The Jurors Rights Education Campaign seeks to educate jurors on their rights to issue not guilty verdicts to medical cannabis patients and providers.