Gov. Holcomb Not Willing to Consider Marijuana Legalization in Indiana

Holcomb said he's opposed to legalizing medical or recreational marijuana because it's still illegal at the federal level.

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January 2, 2019

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Those in support of marijuana in Indiana will not be getting any help from governor anytime soon.

Gov. Eric Holcomb said he's opposed to legalizing medical or recreational marijuana. He said he's not willing to consider it because it's still illegal at the federal level.

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