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Minnesota Moves Closer to Legalizing Recreational Marijuana

 
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Minnesota House and Senate committees approve bills to legalize marijuana for adult use.

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Another Minnesota House committee has approved a bill to legalize marijuana, after members adopted a large-scale amendment to overhaul the legislation. The bill would legalize recreational marijuana for adults aged 21 and over, and create a regulatory framework for the industry. The bill would also expunge the records of those with previous cannabis-related convictions. The amendment would allow more cannabis dispensaries, revise the tax structure, and create a social equity program. The bill now goes to the House Ways and Means Committee for review.

A Minnesota House committee on Thursday took up a bill to establish a task force to study and advise on the potential legalization of recreational marijuana. The bill would create a task force of 15 members, including lawmakers, law enforcement, public health officials, and community members, to explore the impacts of legalization and make recommendations to the Legislature. The task force would have until November 15, 2022, to submit its findings and recommendations.

ST. PAUL — A bill to legalize recreational adult use of marijuana in Minnesota continues its committee marathon in the Legislature, with another House committee approving it on Wednesday. The bill would allow adults 21 and over to possess, use, and purchase marijuana from licensed dispensaries. The bill would also expunge certain cannabis-related convictions from criminal records. The legislation includes provisions for social equity, such as prioritizing licenses for communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs.

By Michelle Griffith, Minnesota Reformer: Minnesota House members adopted a hefty amendment to the chamber's bill to legalize recreational marijuana on Tuesday, overhauling almost every aspect of the original proposal. The amendment was developed through negotiations between the bill's sponsors and other lawmakers to address concerns about youth access, public safety, and the impact on communities of color. The amendment would allow more medical marijuana dispensaries and establish a cannabis research center at the University of Minnesota.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Legislation to legalize recreational marijuana for adults in Minnesota underwent a major rewrite Tuesday with the goal of getting it to the House floor by the end of the month. The bill would create a regulatory framework for the industry, including licensing requirements, taxes, and testing standards. The bill would also expunge certain cannabis-related convictions from criminal records. The rewrite addresses concerns about the impact on youth, public safety, and communities of color.

Another pair of Minnesota House and Senate committees have approved legislation to legalize marijuana for adult use in the state—with the Senate panel taking action for the first time. The bills would allow adults aged 21 and over to possess, use, and purchase marijuana from licensed dispensaries. The legislation includes provisions for social equity, such as expunging certain cannabis-related convictions and prioritizing licenses for communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs.

A bill to legalize marijuana in Minnesota has been approved in its 12th House committee, with more still to come as a Senate companion bill advances. The bill would allow adults 21 and over to possess, use, and purchase marijuana from licensed dispensaries. The bill would also expunge certain cannabis-related convictions from criminal records. The legislation includes provisions for social equity, such as prioritizing licenses for communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs.

Minnesota Senate Democrats have held their one-seat majority together to pass major policy bills that codified abortion rights, legalize recreational marijuana, and imposed a higher tax on wealthy residents. The bills now go to the House for consideration. The marijuana legalization bill would allow adults aged 21 and over to possess, use, and purchase marijuana from licensed dispensaries. The bill would also expunge certain cannabis-related convictions from criminal records.

Former DFL House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler is starting a THC beverage company after playing a key role in the passage of the law that legalize recreational marijuana in Minnesota. The company, called House of Halen, will produce a line of cannabis-infused beverages, including sparkling water, lemonade, and tea. Winkler said the company will focus on quality and consistency, using locally grown cannabis and natural ingredients. The beverages will be available at licensed dispensaries in Minnesota.

In conclusion, Minnesota is moving closer to legalizing recreational marijuana for adult use. The bills would create a regulatory framework for the industry, including licensing requirements, taxes, and testing standards. The bills would also expunge certain cannabis-related convictions from criminal records and prioritize licenses for communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs. The legislation includes provisions for social equity and addresses concerns about the impact on youth, public safety, and communities of color. The industry is already attracting entrepreneurs, such as former House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler, who is starting a THC beverage company. As the bills move through the Legislature, Minnesota can learn more about the impacts of legalization and the potential benefits and challenges of a new industry.

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