On November 7th, 2023, voters in Ohio will have the chance to accept or reject Issue 2, the Marijuana Legalization Initiative, which concerns the legality of cannabis in the state (1). If passed, 2.5 ounces of cannabis and a half ounce of extract for recreational purposes would be legal for adults over 21 years of age to buy and possess (1). A Division of Cannabis Control would be created to regulate the sales (2). A social equity program would also be developed to assist “disadvantaged groups” to start a cannabis business, access to medical cannabis would be improved, and between six and 12 plants would be allowed to be cultivated at home (1,2). Supporters of Issue 2 argued that cannabis legalization will have several benefits.

Source: Forbes November 04, 2023 05:17 UTC