US EditionOhioans voice opposition amid proposed changes to marijuana law
- State Rep. Brian Stewart introduced Ohio House Bill 160 two months ago to change the state's marijuana law in Columbus during a House Judiciary Committee meeting.
- The bill follows Ohio's 2023 citizen-initiated law legalizing recreational marijuana, which began sales in August 2024 after passing with 57% voter support.
- House Bill 160 aims to lower the maximum THC concentration from 90% to 70%, limit the number of marijuana dispensaries to 350, redirect the majority of tax income to the state's General Revenue Fund, prohibit public consumption, and eliminate the equity and employment program established by Issue 2.
- Gary Daniels, legislative director for ACLU Ohio, stated that H.B. 160 introduces numerous harmful provisions affecting individuals involved with cannabis—including users, growers, and industry professionals—and seeks to undo significant elements of the state’s existing marijuana laws established by voters.
- Opponents tested over three hours, voicing concerns that the bill would restrict use, reduce consumer access, and change a law voters approved less than two years ago.
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35 People Testify Against Ohio Bill That Would Reduce THC Levels, Redirect Tax Revenue
COLUMBUS – Thirty-five people submitted opponent testimony against Ohio House Bill 160, which would reduce THC levels and redirect most of the tax revenue. State Rep. Brian Stewart, R-Ashville, introduced the bill two months ago and opponents testified against the bill for more than three hours during Wednesday’s House Judiciary Committee meeting. “H.B. 160 imposes a litany of negative changes on cannabis users, consumers, growers, and professio…
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