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This bill modifies Pennsylvania's Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to make several changes related to marihuana possession and use. The legislation redefines and clarifies penalties for possessing small amounts of marihuana, which is defined as 30 grams or less of marihuana or 8 grams or less of hashish. The bill reduces penalties for certain marihuana-related offenses, changing them from misdemeanors to summary offenses with lower fines. Specifically, possession of a small amount for personal use, possession with intent to distribute (but not sell), or distribution of a small amount will now result in a fine of up to $25. A new provision adds a penalty of up to $100 for smoking marihuana in a public space, which is broadly defined to include streets, parks, sidewalks, vehicles in public areas, and other places to which the public is invited. Importantly, convictions under these new provisions will not trigger mandatory license suspension, providing a more lenient approach to minor marihuana infractions. The law will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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