Adult-Use Legalization Debate: Page 26

‘Cleanup’ Bill Gets NJ Closer to Legalization and Decriminalization of Cannabis, with Some Changes to Consequences for Youth

New Jersey Assembly and Senate committees have passed legislation addressing some technical issues and altering youth penalties that were passed in last month’s cannabis legalization and decriminalization bills.

Connecticut Governor Says Cannabis Legalization Is a Priority for New Legislative Session

Gov. Ned Lamont renewed his push for adult-use legalization during his State of the State address Jan. 6.

Virginia Lawmaker Reintroduces Bill to Legalize Adult-Use Cannabis

Del. Steve Heretick has proposed legislation related to decriminalization and legalization in the past, and Gov. Ralph Northam has announced his support of the issue.

New Jersey Lawmakers Propose Fines for Underage Cannabis Use in Adult-Use Legalization Bill

The move is meant to meet the demands of Gov. Phil Murphy, who refused to sign an earlier version of the bill unless such penalties were added.

New York Governor Again Calls for Cannabis Legalization

Gov. Andrew Cuomo will announce his proposal Jan. 6 as part of his upcoming State of the State agenda.

Minnesota Lawmaker to Reintroduce Cannabis Legalization Bill

House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler will sponsor an adult-use legalization bill again this year, although the issue still faces opposition in the Senate.

Missouri Lawmaker Introduces Legislation to Place Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization on 2022 Ballot

Missourians for a New Approach has also announced plans for a 2022 ballot initiative to legalize adult-use cannabis.

Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization Bill Delayed in New Jersey

Gov. Phil Murphy has requested a change that would levy a fine for underage cannabis possession before he will sign the legislation into law.

Irish Political Party Announces Plans to Introduce Cannabis Legislation

Gino Kenny of Solidarity – People Before Profit said the party will introduce a bill to legalize cannabis in 2021.

Attorney General William Barr Resigns, New Jersey Legislature Sends Adult-Use Cannabis Bill to Governor: Week in Review

President Donald Trump announced that Barr’s current deputy attorney general, Jeffrey Rosen, will become acting attorney general when Barr officially steps down next week.

New Jersey Lawmakers Approve Measures Implementing Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

The New Jersey Assembly and Senate have given final approval to legislation permitting the possession of marijuana by adults and regulating its commercial production and retail sales.

7 States That Could Legalize Cannabis in 2021

2020 was a big year for the cannabis industry, as four states legalized adult-use in the general election. Here, we look ahead to the states most likely to legalize in 2021.

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