Effective Date: April 3, 2026
Welcome to the website of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (“SAM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website at learnaboutsam.org (the “Site”) or by enrolling in our mobile messaging program, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Site or services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using this Site, you represent that you are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction). These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and SAM regarding your use of our digital platforms and advocacy tools.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise indicated, the Site and its entire contents (including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, research papers, and toolkits) are the property of SAM and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may download and print “One Pagers” or research for personal, non-commercial advocacy use, provided you do not modify the content or remove any copyright notices.
3. User Conduct
You agree not to use the Site to:
- Post or transmit any content that is unlawful, threatening, or defamatory.
- Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Site or bypass any security measures.
- Use the Site’s advocacy tools to send spam or unauthorized communications to public officials.
4. Mobile Messaging (SMS) Terms & Conditions
SAM provides a mobile alert program to keep supporters informed about marijuana policy and legislative updates.
- Program Description: By opting in, users will receive recurring automated text messages containing advocacy alerts, legislative updates, and organizational news.
- Enrollment: You may opt-in by providing your mobile number on our website forms or by texting the keyword SAM to our designated code.
- Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on legislative activity.
- Pricing: Message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Check your mobile plan for details.
- Stop/Opt-Out: You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text STOP to the number from which you received the message. We will send you a one-time confirmation text.
- Help/Support: For more information or assistance, text HELP or SAM to the number you received messages from, or email us at info@learnaboutsam.org.
- Carrier Liability: Carriers (including, but not limited to, T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T) are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
5. Advocacy and Policy Information
The information provided on this Site, including science-based reports and policy recommendations, is for educational and advocacy purposes only. While SAM strives for accuracy, we do not warrant that all content is error-free or current at all times. Use of this information does not create a professional-client relationship.
6. Donations and Refunds
All donations made to SAM or the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) are final. As a non-profit organization, we rely on these contributions for our mission. If you believe a donation was made in error (e.g., a technical double-charge), please contact us within 30 days.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., news outlets or government databases). SAM is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS-IS” AND “AS-AVAILABLE” BASIS. SAM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
9. Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL SAM, ITS DIRECTORS, OR EMPLOYEES BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF THE SITE OR THE MOBILE MESSAGING PROGRAM.
10. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action related to these Terms shall be filed in the courts located in Alexandria, VA.
11. Changes to Terms
SAM reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of any significant changes by updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site or SMS program after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) 1001 N. Fairfax St, Suite 201 Alexandria, VA 22314 Email: info@learnaboutsam.org