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MD HB632

MD HB632
Constitutional Amendment - Cannabis - Use, Possession, Cultivation, and Sale


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Introduced
02/06/2019
In Committee
02/06/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2019

Introduced Session

2019 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the Maryland Constitution to establish that, subject to certain exceptions, an individual in the State who is at least 21 years old may under State law use cannabis, possess up to 1 ounce of cannabis, cultivate up to six cannabis plants, and share a certain amount of cannabis; providing that the amendment does not require or prohibit certain employment policies, authorize certain driving conduct, or change certain existing laws with a certain exception; etc.

AI Summary

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment that would establish in Maryland that, subject to certain exceptions, individuals 21 years and older may use, possess up to 1 ounce of, cultivate up to 6 plants of, and share up to 5 grams of cannabis without penalty under state law. The bill also requires the General Assembly and Comptroller to regulate the commercial production and distribution of cannabis, including testing, labeling, and licensing requirements. Local jurisdictions would be able to control the zoning, number, and operations of cannabis businesses within their boundaries. The revenues generated from the taxation of cannabis sales would be used for purposes such as public school construction and education, substance abuse treatment, and mental health services.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (30)

Last Action

Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m. (on 02/14/2019)

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