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Debate for Recreational Marijuana in Connecticut Continues Today

Another legislative committee is slated to act on a bill that could ultimately legalize the use of cannabis for people ages 21 and older.

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April 8, 2019

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - A debate to legalize recreational marijuana in Connecticut continues on Monday.

Another legislative committee is slated to act on a bill that could ultimately legalize the use of cannabis for people ages 21 and older.

It's just one of several bills moving through the legislative process this year.

The General Assembly's Judiciary Committee is slated to vote on one such bill on Monday. The bill specifically outlines how marijuana would be legalized.

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