24 states have legalized the recreational use of cannabis and Pennsylvania may become number 25.
Former Lt. Governor John Fetterman laid the groundwork with a statewide listening tour in 2019. Fetterman said he found widespread support in all 67 counties.
In his 2024-25 budget address, Governor Josh Shapiro called on lawmakers to pass legislation to legalize recreational marijuana.
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Mr. Shapiro says the bill should ensure the industry is regulated and taxed responsibly, asking for a 20 percent levy on sales.
The governor estimates that it will generate as much as $250 million in revenue. It seems inevitable the Commonwealth will legalize recreational marijuana.
We’re calling on lawmakers to carefully consider product safety and restrictions to limit the negative effects of abuse.
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