Ohio Lawmakers Hear Testimony Against Marijuana Bill That Critics Say Would Undermine Voter-Approved Legalization Law

Ohio Lawmakers Hear Testimony Against Marijuana Bill That Critics Say Would Undermine Voter-Approved Legalization Law

Lawmakers in Ohio heard testimony on Wednesday in opposition to a bill that would make major changes to the state’s marijuana legalization law that was passed by voters in 2023. Among other adjustments, it would create new criminal penalties, eliminate equity programs and set additional limits on legal products. At a hearing of the House Judiciary Committee, members heard comments from advocacy groups, local governments, businesses and individua…

Ohio Senate Would Require Hemp Products Be Sold Only At Dispensaries

COLUMBUS – The Ohio Senate unanimously passed a bill that would regulate intoxicating hemp and drinkable cannabinoid products. Ohio Senate Bill 86 would require intoxicating hemp products to be sold only at adult-use marijuana dispensaries instead of allowing them to be sold at CBD stores, convenience stores, smoke shops, or gas stations. The bill now moves to the Ohio House for consideration. “Current intoxicated hemp products are untested and …