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OBN Director tells Congress that State Medical Marijuana laws opened door to Chinese crime organizations

ByPot Shop News

September 18, 2025

[#item_full_content] Oklahoma took the spotlight in our nation’s capital on Thursday by focusing on homeland security. Members of Congress heard testimony from the state’s top drug agent on dismantling illegal marijuana grow operations. OBN Director tells Congress that State Medical Marijuana laws opened door to Chinese crime organizations Read More

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