The New Hampshire House of Representatives has approved a bill to legalize marijuana in the state—though its chances of passage in the Senate remain dubious, and the governor has expressed clear opposition to the reform.
Also on Wednesday, the House passed a proposal to allow medical cannabis dispensaries to become for-profit businesses.
The marijuana legalization measure, sponsored by Rep. Jared Sullivan (D), cleared the House Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee in October. And on Wednesday, the body approved it in a 208-135 vote.
“It is time to stop arresting people for simple possession of cannabis and start treating it with the same fairness and regulation we apply to alcohol,” Sullivan said in a committee majority report. “The majority of our constituents already support legal cannabis, and it is time for the law to reflect the will of the people.”
“This bill creates a framework for responsible regulation, testing, and taxation while protecting public safety and freeing law enforcement to focus on serious crimes,” he said. “Legalization will open the door to new economic opportunities for local businesses and generate revenue for prevention, treatment, and education. Most importantly, it acknowledges reality—cannabis is already part of our society, and it is better
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