One of the ways we are growing the NORML grassroots network is by taking the example set by our strong state-level chapters, usually based in state capitals and/or large urban centers, and expanding them to more areas of the state.  This process, called sub-chaptering, allows a state-level chapter to create remote outposts of their organization so distant members can meet in a closer location.

The sub-chapters aren’t official NORML chapters like a full-fledged affiliate.  Rather, they are just a group of members of the state affiliate who happen to meet in a remote location.  As such, they are subject to the bylaws of their state affiliate and given only as much autonomy as the state affiliate grants.

Michigan NORML pioneered this process and now boasts 26 sub-chapters all throughout the state.  I’m happy to announce that the second state to take this on, Oregon NORML, has now added three new sub-chapters in Salem, Pendleton, and the North Coast of Oregon.  These locations will soon begin holding meetings for Oregon NORML to help medical marijuana patients and support cannabis legalization all across the state as Oregon prepares for a legalization initiative in 2010.

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