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A Native American church in Antioch is fighting to keep using marijuana for religious ceremonies. City officials say it violates drug laws, but the church argues it's a protected spiritual practice.
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The city will receive $75,000 in state funding to support this program.
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The city could be seen as infringing on religious freedom, and the church faces the threat of legal action.
The city is looking at using a $75,000 state grant to build a program that helps those harmed by past cannabis laws get involved in the legal industry.
Antioch is looking at a $75,000 state grant to create a program that supports equity in the local cannabis industry. This is a step toward making sure the industry is inclusive.
Native American church in Antioch ordered to halt marijuana use for healing East Bay Times
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