Voters approve recreational marijuana in Maryland, Missouri

[Eugene]

Source: Associated Press

Voters approve recreational marijuana in Maryland, Missouri

By ANDREW DeMILLO
November 9, 2022

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Voters approved recreational marijuana in Maryland and Missouri but rejected it in three other states, signaling support gradually growing for legalization even in conservative parts of the country.

The results mean that 21 states have now approved marijuana’s recreational use. Arkansas, North Dakota and South Dakota voters rejected legalization proposals in Tuesday’s elections.

Advocates said the results send a message to lawmakers in Washington about support around the country for legalization.

“A growing number of voters recognize that cannabis policy reform is in the best interest of public health and safety, criminal justice reform, social equity, and personal freedom,” Toi Hutchinson, president and CEO of the Marijuana Policy Project, said in a statement. “State-level legalization victories are what’s necessary to move the needle forward at the federal level.”

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[Beachnutt]

1. And Denton county Texas

[Emile]

2. I like to see legalization nationally next year! Getting closer every day.