Marijuana amendment sparks controversy in Legislature [View all]

LINCOLN — Marijuana legalization continues to face hurdles from bill language technicalities and fiercely opposed law enforcement. However, this has not stopped Nebraska state senators from introducing marijuana bills during this legislative session.

Sen. Justin Wayne of Omaha has proposed a constitutional amendment to place legalization of recreational marijuana use on the November 2022 general election ballot. If Nebraskans vote to approve, the Legislature would form and enact laws regulating the sale of marijuana for those 21 years old and older.

“This is not saying whether you endorse recreational marijuana or not, you’re saying let the people decide,” Wayne said. “It gives a chance for the voters to decide whether we should legalize marijuana for those who are 21 years and older.”

On Feb. 19, the Judiciary Committee heard testimony of LR2CA relating to marijuana decriminalization and recreational use.

Read more: https://norfolkdailynews.com/news/marijuana-amendment-sparks-controversy-in-legislature/article_5681013a-80e8-11eb-aeaa-6ff7e4c4f2a7.html